Luxurious Private Villas in the Maldives

These completely over the top properties take luxury vacations to the next level.

A vacation paradise for the ultra-rich, celebrities, and honeymooners, the Maldives is one of the world’s ultimate luxury destinations. With more than 100 properties, many of them five-star, there are plenty of places to choose from. However, only a select few have truly exceptional private residences that come with exclusive perks.

Imagine taking a private yacht to your multi-bedroom overwater estate. They can do that. Movie night at your own private cinema, organized by your butler? Check. Spotting fish while enjoying a massage is also possible — thanks to the glass-floored treatment room at multiple resorts.

Incredible Private Villas and Estates in the Maldives

Cheval Blanc Randheli

At Cheval Blanc’s escape, Randheli Private Island, there are four stylish villas to choose from, each designed with sleek black-and-white tones and the brand’s signature pop of yellow. The on-site butler can arrange a morning meditation class followed by a floating breakfast in the massive infinity pool. Moreover, the afternoon might be spent snorkeling or enjoying a relaxing spa treatment by the ocean. As for ending the night? It’s top-flight French fare from the private chef, along with a private piano performance in the main villa.

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

While most villas in the Maldives are overwater, this one is underwater. Well, half of it is, anyway. The Muraka at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is an architectural masterpiece, with the bedroom, living space, and bath all submerged beneath the waves. The overwater portion offers an additional two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, bar, and sunset entertaining area. This private retreat, set off from the main resort down a long, dramatic jetty, also has an infinity pool, gym, and a butler’s quarters.

Four Seasons Maldives

Located in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Four Seasons Maldives Private Island at Voavah is the first of its kind, as a private-use retreat inside an area protected by the UN body. The seven-bedroom getaway comes with a dedicated staff of 25, who manage everything on-site — or organize yacht trips day or night aboard the private island’s own 62-foot vessel. Furthermore, this escape boasts its own spa, dive school, library, gym, and game room.

Gili Lankanfushi

The Private Reserve at Gili Lankanfushi is one of — if not the — largest overwater villas in the world. The four-bedroom mansion is perched above cyan-blue waters, with access to the ocean, a private coral pool, and an infinity pool. A dedicated butler is on-call 24/7 to prepare treatments in the private spa, arrange personal training, set up movie screenings, or stock the 400-bottle wine cellar. Should you want to venture back to the main resort for a surfing or diving expedition, a private boat is always available.

Jumeirah Vittaveli

Jumeirah’s Royal Residence can accommodate up to 12 adults in four connected, spacious villas with chic interiors. A short 30-minute speedboat cruise from Malé International Airport, the beachfront Residence features its own teppanyaki restaurant, set inside a room designed to resemble the bow of a boat perched on the water. Every stay includes three hours of spa treatments per day and a private fitness trainer, along with sundown cocktails and canapés. Consequently, a butler can arrange additional private meals, performers, DJs, and transfers.

Niyama Private Islands

Like a resort within a resort, The Crescent consists of five pool villas that can accommodate up to 22 people, situated together at the end of a private jetty. During a stay, guests benefit from a devoted team, including private butlers, a chef, and a housekeeper who can orchestrate activities like private barbecues, movie nights under the stars, and exclusive sunset cruises.

Soneva Fushi

One of the most loved resorts in the Maldives, Soneva Fushi boasts an astounding nine-bedroom Private Reserve that feels like the world’s most luxurious treehouse. Nestled within a lush jungle and centered around a massive outdoor pool and waterslide, the villa includes a private spa, gym, and study. Additionally, the resort’s facilities, including Soneva’s large kids club and its homemade chocolate room, are also nearby.

Vakkaru Maldives

The two-story Four-Bedroom Over Water Pool Residence accommodates eight guests in a private part of this island escape, with unobstructed views of the azure ocean. Activities here involve unlimited snorkeling, basking by the infinity pool, and enjoying custom meals prepared by the villa’s private chef. Moreover, there’s a captivating staircase leading directly into the ocean, along with high tea, private beach barbecues, and personalized yoga sessions.

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

As part of the newly opened Waldorf Astoria, Ithaafushi Private Island Estate offers an opulent oasis that feels like your own private resort, accommodating more than two dozen guests. Accommodations include a two-bedroom overwater villa and a massive four-bedroom residence with beach access. The estate’s common living area boasts ocean views, an infinity pool, and a cinematic LED-screen, alongside facilities for kids and adults, including a spa and gym.