Luxury Hotel · The Maldives
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO
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At a glance
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO is a five-star, premium all-inclusive Maldives resort in South Malé Atoll, with 94 beach and overwater villas, an underwater restaurant, and a 45-minute speedboat from Malé.
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO is the kind of Maldives resort that takes the planning out of the holiday. It is a five-star, premium all-inclusive island in South Malé Atoll, reached in around 45 minutes by speedboat from Malé, no seaplane involved. The 94 villas are split between Earth, on the beachfront, and Wind, built out over the lagoon, with sunrise- or sunset-facing options.
The Indulgence Plan covers meals across five restaurants, premium spirits, an 80-strong wine list, and a topped-up mini-bar. The signature is M6m, an underwater seafood restaurant six meters below the surface, while Lonu reimagines Maldivian cooking in small plates.
The ELE|NA spa adds Ayurvedic-leaning treatments, and stays of four nights bring complimentary spa or dive sessions. There’s also a PADI dive school, snorkeling on a busy reef, sunset cruises, and Saturday-night fiestas. It works for honeymooners and families, with daily kids’ programs.
Highlights
Accommodation
Earth Villas & Earth Villas with Pool
These spacious villas are elegantly designed in light, nautical colours. All come with an outdoor deck and private tropical garden. The bathrooms are excellent – monsoon showers are always a winner. If you upgrade you can get your own private pool.
Wind Villas & Wind Villas with Pool
North of the island you’ll find the wind villas dotted along the lagoon. The surrounding waters are arguably the bluest on earth. Staying in an overwater villa is a bucket list experience for many. OZEN’s villas are among the most elegant you’ll find.
Earth Family
If you’re looking for something more spacious The Earth Family Suites are ideal. You’ll have 35 sq.m of living space, a separate living room, a large master room and a second room. Both bedrooms have a private bathroom. There’s also a spacious outdoor veranda. Ideal for family getaways.
OZEN Water Suite
If you’re looking to take luxury to the next level the OZEN Water Suite is ideal. Located at the tip of the pier, this three bedroom suite is truly regal. It comes with a private gym and even a maid’s room – you know, in case you’re travelling with your maid. The outdoor pavilion is an ideal place to watch the sunset.
Further information
Dining
Five restaurants and a cafe make up the resort’s dining roster, with the standout being M6M, an underwater fine dining restaurant where guests eat surrounded by views of local marine life, with degustation menus and wine pairings available. The Palms and Peking round out the specialty options, and the all-inclusive INDULGENCE Plan covers complimentary specialty dining experiences at M6M and the modern Maldivian restaurant LONU for stays of four nights or more, alongside over 80 international labels of premium spirits, wines, and cocktails.
Wellness
The ELE | NA Elements of Nature Spa delivers holistic treatments and wellness facilities across a full-service program that includes massages, aromatherapy, body treatments, sauna, steam room, and hot tub. One complimentary spa treatment is included per guest for every four nights of stay under the INDULGENCE Plan, alongside a 24-hour fitness center, beach yoga, and an outdoor tennis court.
Activities and Location
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO sits in South Male Atoll, accessible by a 40-minute speedboat journey from Male airport. The INDULGENCE Plan covers a generous activities program: complimentary snorkeling excursions twice daily to nearby reefs, sunset dolphin cruises, non-motorized water sports, and fishing trips are all included. On the island itself, guests have access to kayaking, windsurfing, beach volleyball, and guided excursions, with dive experiences available at a discounted rate for INDULGENCE Plan guests.
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
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Frequently asked questions
What does Out Of Office do?
Out Of Office is a luxury LGBTQ+ travel company specializing in tailor-made vacations and extraordinary journeys around the world. We create bespoke luxury vacations, 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 personalized 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 traveling as an LGBTQ+ person or couple, from local laws and customs to finding genuinely welcoming hotels and experiences.
We welcome every traveler, 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, personalized service and discretion.
Do you create tailor-made LGBTQ+ vacations?
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 personalized 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+ travelers 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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