Luxury Hotel · The Maldives
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At a glance
OBLU NATURE Helengeli by SENTIDO is an all-inclusive island resort in the North Male Atoll, built around one of the Maldives’ most celebrated house reefs, with 153 villas and suites across beachfront, lagoon, and overwater positions.
The OBLU Island Plan covers all meals, unlimited beverages, non-motorized watersports, snorkelling equipment, traditional line fishing, and sunset dhoni rides as standard.
Sunrise and sunset-facing overwater villas with private pools, a two-bedroom family villa range, and the one-of-a-kind Water Suite give the resort a strong accommodation spread for both couples and families.
Four dining venues, the ELE|NA Ayur spa, and a PADI dive centre with direct access to the Helengeli house reef complete a property that positions itself at the more accessible end of Maldivian luxury without compromising on the setting.
Highlights
- All-inclusive OBLU Island Plan covering meals, beverages, watersports, and evening dhoni cruises
- Direct access to the Helengeli house reef, one of the most celebrated dive sites in North Male Atoll
- Sunrise and sunset overwater pool villas alongside a dedicated two-bedroom family villa range
Accommodation
Beach Villas
Enjoy cosy and comfortable interiors decorated with bright and vibrant colours, these beach villas are great if you are looking for easy access to the beach. The villas come with a private veranda and outdoor daybed for you to lounge on during the day.
Deluxe Beach Villa
If you are looking for something which offers a little more space and luxury then these beach villas will tick all the boxes.With a beautiful four-poster bed, open-air bathroom with waterfall shower and private veranda which leads onto the beach, your stay will be very special.
Lagoon Villa With Plunge Pool
Not only are these villas furnished beautifully but you will also enjoy the luxury of having your very own plunge pool on your terraced area which also gives you direct access to the ocean, perfect for those sunrise morning swims. Enjoy the open-air bathroom and four-poster bed.
Beach Suite
These are perfect for larger parties and families. In the beach suites there is a beautiful master bedroom and a twin room. Enjoy the generous terrace area which also leads out onto your very own private pool, perfect if you are looking for a more intimate experience.
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Food And Drink
THE SPICE
There is a wide range of food served at this restaurant. Come here for breakfast, lunch and dinner and enjoy traditional Maldivian food, along with a wide selection of international cuisines. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and there are live cooking stations where you can order certain foods just as you like it.
HELEN’S POOL BAR
Enjoy unlimited regular spirits & beers, a wide selection of cocktails, house-pour wine (Red,White & Rose), bottled Water , soft drinks & Pre-packed juices, tea and coffee.
Spa
For those seeking a little added pamper time, then head to the wonderful spa at OBLU. The spa offers a wide range of treatments including many traditional Maldivian remedies. A Shirodhara treatment is also offered which is where aromatic oils are gently dripped onto the forehead. Meditation and Yoga classes are also available at the spa.
Other Activities
For those of you who are seeking a little adventure, then head to the PADI diving centre and book yourself onto a diving lesson and tour. Explore the beautiful reef which surrounds the hotel and become an expert at spotting the different species of marine life which inhabit the area. If you don’t fancy deep sea diving, then the resort also offers plenty of alternative watersports for you to try.
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.
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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.
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