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North Malé Atoll, also known as Kaafu Atoll, is the Maldives' gateway. Surrounding the capital island of Malé and Velana International Airport, it is the most accessible part of the country. Resorts here are just a 15 to 60-minute speedboat ride from the airport, which means you can be checked in and barefoot on the beach within an hour of arrival.
For couples, families and first-time visitors, this atoll combines everything the Maldives is famous for: white-sand islands, turquoise lagoons and excellent diving, with the convenience of quick transfers and a wide choice of holiday styles.
At Best at Travel, we have been arranging tailor-made Maldives holidays for 40 years. Our experts know North Malé inside out and will help you choose the right island, with every booking backed by ATOL protection and our Price Promise.
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(Travel from 03/06/2027)
Price for 2 people £4496
Experience OBLU SELECT Sangeli, a chic beach resort taking the Maldives by storm. Tucked away on the north-western tip of the North Male Atoll, it offers a choice of stunning stand-alone beach or over-water villas surrounded by some of the most extraordinary diving spots in the Maldives. Perfect for families and couples alike, it offers a wonderful family villa for families and groups as well as an adults-only island 'One Banyan' featuring a swimming pool, bar, two restaurants and special honeymoon villas offering complimentary spa treatments and romantic turndown service.
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September Sale, Save 30% with complimentary Half Board & luxury return speedboat transfers. (Travel between 01/06/2027 and 30/06/2027)
Price for 2 people £11318
September Sale, Save 30% with complimentary Half Board & luxury ret...
With its striking contemporary architecture and exceptional service and facilities, The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands invites discerning travellers to immerse themselves in the highest echelon of luxury in one of the planet’s most sought-after destinations. From complimentary bicycles and a dedicated kids club through to outstanding dining options and a curated list of unforgettable experiences and excursions, find your ideal luxury getaway at one of the archipelago’s most exclusive resorts.
(Travel from 05/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £4364
Welcoming you to the All Inclusive VARU by Atmosphere are striking views out over the endlessly blue Indian Ocean, best taken in from your very own beach or over-water villa. A mix of modern sophistication and traditional elements, the resort offers an Elena Spa, dive school, and no less than five dining options, including a fine-dining Maldivian restaurant. Perfect for couples seeking romance and relaxation, this stunning getaway is an idyllic retreat to unwind, indulge, and make unforgettable memories.
(Travel from 18/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £3136
Special Offer (Travel from 04/06/2027)
Price for 2 people £4422
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Located just a 45-minute speedboat ride from Male’s Velana International Airport, Joy Island Maldives lies in the beautiful North Male Atoll. Here, 151 stunning villas span both the dazzling beach and shimmering lagoon waters, with diverse dining opportunities, tantalising spa treatments, luxurious facilities and a host of thrilling activities and excursions ensuring each traveller enjoys an idyllic island escape.
(Travel from 18/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £5020
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Special Offer (Travel from 15/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £4662
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Baros Maldives, located in the North Male Atoll of this island nation, offers guests just 75 villas either within tropical beachfront gardens or out over the lagoon. Watch the sunset from the resort's three restaurants or head out on the water in a transparent canoe.
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(Travel from 11/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £4024
With 142 spacious beach villas and overwater residences, this luxurious 5-star resort offers heaven away from home in the Indian Ocean. Easily accessible by speedboat, it is the ideal retreat for couples, families and groups with its secluded accommodation and top-of-the range facilities including a main swimming pool, stunning beaches and an extensive spa.
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(Travel from 13/04/2027)
Price for 2 people £3236
A quintessential Maldivian private island escape enhanced with the Southeast Asian flair and renowned hospitality of Centara’s Thai origins, the Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives forms one half of The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, an innovative multi-island concept where guests are granted unprecedented access to this resort and its sister property across the lagoon, Centara Grand Lagoon Resort Maldives. Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives resort is best for all-inclusive family to the Maldives.
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Book by 30 Sep 2026 and receive additional discount of 5% off the room price, Book 7 nights by 16 Oct 26 and receive Complimentary Return Speedboat Transfer, Book by 16 Oct 26 and receive discount of (Travel from 22/05/2027)
Price for 2 people £2894
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Fun and romance come together at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives, a four star retreat that’s one of the most popular in the archipelago. On top of beach and water bungalows and suites, you’ll find four restaurants, snorkelling and dolphin spotting opportunities and two All Inclusive packages.
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North Male Atoll
Grand Park Kodhipparu is a luxurious all-villa resort surrounded by ever-changing blue waters and powder-white sands. With so much to discover, every second counts. 'A speedboat transfers you to the resort from Velaana International in just 20 minutes ensuring no time is wasted – allowing you time to enjoy the world-class wellness centre and three creative restaurants and bars.
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Special Offer (Travel from 12/06/2027)
Price for 2 people £8808
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Check in to this modern, all-villa retreat in the Maldives’ North Malé Atoll from the company that brought you the iconic Burj Al Arab in Dubai. This luxury getaway offers a picturesque setting of azure waves and brilliant white sands, perfect for both couples seeking romance and family escapes. Signature Jumeirah dining experiences, including the incredibly popular Shimmers and Kayto, are complemented by unparalleled hospitality and the renowned Talise Spa with six overwater treatment rooms, ensuring a truly unforgettable stay.
It lies in the central Maldives, surrounding the capital Malé and Velana International Airport. With over 50 islands, it is the country’s most developed and most visited atoll.
Transfers are quick and straightforward. After landing, you board a speedboat directly from the airport jetty. Depending on your island, the journey takes between 15 and 60 minutes, often meaning you are on the beach within an hour of arrival.
Yes. Sites like Banana Reef offer dramatic overhangs, soft corals and schools of fish, while channel dives bring the chance to spot sharks and rays. Many resorts also have house reefs for easy snorkelling.
North Malé Atoll suits all-inclusive packages, family holidays, honeymoons and short luxury escapes.