Leave the kids
behind
Considered for many years as one of the world’s definitive honeymoon destinations, it’s perhaps surprising that so few of the Maldives’ resorts are officially recognised as adult only. With an increasing number of families choosing to spend time together in the archipelago, finding an adult only property is a little more difficult than you would expect. True adult only properties are really quite rare. Here are our suggestions, across a range of price points, of island resorts which attract fewer families and children. These are, by and large, resorts with a high percentage of overwater villas where there are few, if any, child-orientated facilities and where age restrictions may be in place. Small and private Komandoo Island Resort & Spa is an adult only resort. Guests must be at least 18 years old to stay at the property, which is good news for those seeking a completely child-free environment. The resort offers an all-inclusive plan, and overwater villas feature private sundecks with stairs to the ocean below and jacuzzi baths overlooking the lagoon.
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Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, although part of the family friendly Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort, occupies its own separate island and requires a minimum age of 18 years at check-in. Close proximity to two other Anantara properties means that there are many further facilities available should you wish to slip out of your adult only bubble for a while. Similarly, The Residence Maldives, located on the remote southern Gaafu Alifu Atoll just 20km north of the equator, divides itself between two islands, The Residence Maldives
Dhigurah for a family holiday, whilst Falhumaafushi is the perfect couples’ retreat. The Residence Maldives Falhumaafushi is a delight for romantic honeymoons and intimate escapes. It embodies the heart and soul of pristine island seclusion with 94 thatched villas, Clarins Spa, restaurants which offer fine dining, more casual bites and gastronomic delights and a variety of private dining experiences just for two. With each of its water villas designed to look like a traditional Maldivian fishing boat COMO Cocoa Island is
