underwater rooms
Rangali Island
Maldives
Rangali Island, Maldives
Only two-story underwater suite in the world
From $8,000 / night
Check ratesUnusual hotels in Maldives: 5 stays worth the trip
5 hand-picked stays in Maldives, from underwater rooms, overwater bungalows and beyond. Prices start around $1,000 a night at Gili Lankanfushi; our highest-scored pick is Conrad Maldives Muraka.
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Compare at a glance
| Stay | Where | Type | Typical price / night | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conrad Maldives Muraka | Rangali Island | underwater rooms | $8,000 - $15,000 (Ultra-luxury) | Ultra-luxury travelers, Honeymoons | Check rates |
| Soneva Jani | Noonu Atoll, Maldives | overwater bungalows | $2,500 - $20,000 (Ultra-luxury) | Couples, Honeymooners | Check rates |
| Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru | Baa Atoll, Maldives | overwater bungalows | $1,500 - $8,000 (Ultra-luxury) | Couples, Honeymooners | Check rates |
| Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas | Baa Atoll, Maldives | underwater rooms | $1,200 - $6,000 (Ultra-luxury) | Couples, Honeymooners | Check rates |
| Gili Lankanfushi | North Malé Atoll, Maldives | overwater bungalows | $1,000 - $10,000 (Ultra-luxury) | Couples, Honeymooners | Check rates |
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overwater bungalows
Noonu Atoll
Maldives
Soneva Jani
9.7Noonu Atoll, Maldives, Maldives
Retractable roof panels for outdoor sleeping under the stars
From $2,500 / night
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Baa Atoll
Maldives
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Maldives
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve location in Baa Atoll
From $1,500 / night
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Baa Atoll
Maldives
Baa Atoll, Maldives, Maldives
SEA, acclaimed underwater restaurant 5 metres below the ocean
From $1,200 / night
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North Malé Atoll
Maldives
Gili Lankanfushi
9.5North Malé Atoll, Maldives, Maldives
World's largest overwater villa, the Private Reserve at 1,600 sqm
From $1,000 / night
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Quick answers
What are the most unusual hotels in Maldives?
Our top pick is Conrad Maldives Muraka in Rangali Island. We list 5 standout stays in Maldives, including underwater rooms, overwater bungalows.
What is the cheapest unusual hotel in Maldives?
Gili Lankanfushi (North Malé Atoll, Maldives) has the lowest typical rate on our list, around $1,000 - $10,000 per night. Rates vary by season, so check live prices.
When is the best time to visit Maldives for these stays?
It depends on the property; see each hotel page for seasonal notes.