Luxury Hotel · The Maldives
Gili Lankanfushi
Tailor-made, always
Every trip built from scratch around your dates, pace and preferences.
Your own specialist
One named person and a 24-hour number while you travel.
Hundreds of five-star reviews
Rated Excellent on Trustpilot across ten years of LGBTQ+ luxury travel.
At a glance
Gili Lankanfushi sits on a private coral island in the North Male Atoll, 20 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, built entirely on stilts above one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives.
45 villas and residences are constructed from teak, palm, and natural materials with open-air living spaces, rooftop terraces, and direct lagoon access throughout. The resort operates on a No News, No Shoes philosophy, and every guest is assigned a personal Mr. or Ms. Friday for the duration of their stay.
A resident marine biology team, coral restoration programme, and EarthCheck Gold certification place the resort among the most credentialed eco-conscious luxury properties in the Maldives. Meera Spa, a PADI dive centre, and some of the best surf reefs in the country within a five-minute boat ride complete the offering.
Consistently ranked among the best resorts in the Maldives by Travel + Leisure and TripAdvisor, Gili Lankanfushi holds the 2024 World’s Best Award and UKWHA Winner 2026.
Highlights
- Personal Mr. or Ms. Friday butler assigned to every guest throughout their stay
- Meera Spa with glass-floor overwater treatment rooms and an Ayurvedic therapy program
- EarthCheck Gold certified resort with a pioneering coral restoration program in the Maldives
Accommodation
Villa Suite
There are 18 one-bedroom villa suite spread out across the island. They have two floors, an open-air living room and private rooftop terrace. The Villa Suites come with direct beach and ocean access. Explore the stunning corals of the island and unwind in style on your private deck.
Gili Lagoon Villa
The Gili Lagoon Villa are among the most luxurious offerings at Gilli Lankanfushi. Facing west, you’ll awake each morning to stunning sunsets. This is a great way to experience the Maldives’ iconic overwater bungalows in style. Keep an eye out for eagle rays, reef sharks and luminescent fish swimming by.
Residence
Located at a quiet, secluded end of the jetties you’ll find the Residence villas. They can fit up to four people so they’re ideal if you’re travelling in a larger group. There’s a master bedroom and spacious, open-plan living room.
Crusoe Residence
With the kind of seclusion Robinson Crusoe enjoyed – but easy access to civilisation – this is ideal for a romantic getaway. You’ll need a private rowing boat or pontoon shuttle to get back to the main island. The Crusoe Residences are a short boat ride away from the island. Each one is spread over two floors. You can opt for the Crusoe Residence Island View or the Sunset Crusoe Residence.
Enquire for information about further room types.
Further information
Dining
Kashiveli is the beachfront main restaurant, open for breakfast and dinner with themed evening menus drawing on Asian, Mediterranean, Indian, and Maldivian cooking from locally sourced ingredients. By the Sea is the overwater Japanese fine dining venue, serving sushi, sashimi, and Japanese specialties using the daily catch alongside produce from the resort’s organic garden. Fini Foni handles poolside cocktails and house-made ice cream, and the Overwater Bar is the resort’s sunset spot with a 360-degree view and tapas menu. A private underground wine cellar and full private dining program round out the offering.
Wellness
Meera Spa takes its name from the Sanskrit word for ocean, with six overwater treatment rooms featuring glass floor panels above the lagoon. The signature bamboo massage with warmed aromatic oils is among the most requested treatments, alongside the Coffee and Coconut Nourishing Body Polish. Ayurvedic therapies, a yoga and Tai-Chi champa, steam and sauna rooms, and a panoramic ocean relaxation area complete the facility. Morning yoga and meditation classes run daily for all guests.
Activities
The house reef surrounding Lankanfushi Island gives direct snorkeling access to coral gardens, turtles, and reef fish from the villa decks. A PADI certified dive center handles guided dives and snorkel excursions daily. Surf reefs rated among the best in the Maldives are three to five minutes by boat, with consistent swell and tropical water temperatures throughout the season. Kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, and water skiing are all available, alongside marine biology excursions, reef-cleaning activities, and an outdoor cinema running every Monday and Thursday evening.
The Maldives
The Maldives is made up of more than a thousand coral islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, each resort occupying its own private atoll. No shared beaches, no neighbouring properties, no traffic. The geography does something that no amount of hotel design can replicate: it removes you completely from everything else. The range across those islands is wider than most people expect.
Our Experts
The Maldives is a stand-out when it comes to luxury travel and our most popular destination. We are also proud to be able to work with properties that are welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community.
Staying in an over-water bungalow is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'd recommend to any traveller. It's amazing to swim in some of the world's most impressive coral reefs and the sunset's divine.
Stellar service. Stellar products. Stellar people and it gets so much better when you pick up the phone and call.
Anthony S.
Super client centred service. From first contact I have had warm, efficient, friendly and flexible service.
John
I’m confident in giving Out Of Office a 5-star review! They are one of the leaders in this space without a doubt.
Tiberiu
Suggested tours
Maldives Gay Honeymoon: A Luxury Private Island Escape
Tailor-made HolidayThe Maldives is one of the most sought-after honeymoon destinations in the world. Crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and complete privacy set the tone from the moment you arrive. Each island is home to a single resort, meaning your experience is defined entirely by where you stay. From overwater villas to secluded beachfront retreats, every detail is designed around space, service and discretion.
8 days tailor-made from £6,500 per person View trip
Sri Lanka & Maldives Wellness Journey
Tailor-made HolidayEmbark on a wellness journey that combines Sri Lanka's cultural beauty with the tranquil luxury of the Maldives. This luxury wellness itinerary allows you to rejuvenate mind, body and soul, all whilst discovering two of the world's most tranquil destinations. Start amidst Sri Lanka's lush hills at Santani Wellness Kandy, where tailored programmes rejuvenate mind, body, and soul.
17 days tailor-made from £9,470 per person View trip
Luxury Family Maldives Getaway
Tailor-made HolidayEmbark on an enchanting journey to the Maldives with your family on this meticulously designed 10-day itinerary. We've curated a symphony of exclusive experiences, tailor-made to cater to both the young and the young at heart. Your journey begins at Soneva Fushi, an island where luxury meets adventure.
9 days tailor-made from £8,250 per person View tripSee your complete itinerary before you decide.
Frequently asked questions
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specialising in tailor-made holidays and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury holidays, LGBTQ+ honeymoons, safaris, cruises, beach escapes, private tours and group trips, with every itinerary designed around you. Our travel specialists combine global expertise, first-hand destination knowledge and trusted local partners to create seamless, highly personalised experiences.
Is Out Of Office a gay travel agency?
Out Of Office is an LGBTQ+ owned and run luxury travel specialist, with particular expertise in gay and LGBTQ+ travel. We understand the additional considerations that can come with travelling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveller, including friends, families and allies. Many of our clients are not members of the LGBTQ+ community, but choose Out Of Office for our luxury travel expertise, personalised service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ holidays?
Yes. Every tailor-made trip with Out Of Office is designed from scratch around your interests, travel style, budget and the way you want to experience a destination. We can arrange luxury hotels, private transfers, flights, guides, excursions, cruises and special experiences as part of one personalised itinerary. The journeys shown on our website are there to inspire you rather than restrict you; only clearly identified group departures operate as fixed itineraries.
How do you choose LGBTQ+ friendly hotels and destinations?
We combine first-hand destination knowledge with trusted local expertise to recommend luxury hotels, resorts and experiences where LGBTQ+ travellers can feel informed and welcome. We also consider the laws, customs and attitudes of each destination, because LGBTQ+ rights and experiences differ around the world. Our team regularly visit many of the properties we work with and where a destination requires greater awareness, we give you clear and considered advice so that you can make an informed decision about where and how you travel.
We plant trees for every booking
For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
Start Planning Your Trip
Tell us where you would love to go, when you are thinking of travelling and what kind of trip you have in mind. One of our LGBTQ+ travel specialists will create a tailor-made itinerary designed around your destination, style and preferences.
One named specialist, first enquiry to homecoming. No call centre, and nothing is charged until you decide to book.