Lux South Ari Atoll is a luxury resort in the Maldives made for peaceful off-the-grid retreats.
Whether seeking a peaceful hideaway or active adventure, the picture-perfect island of Dhidhoofinolhu is home to LUX South Ari Atoll, a luxury resort where your fantasy of a laid-back, desert island paradise is about to come true.
Here, you’ll discover 193 private villas, dotted at the water’s edge along two miles of powder fine beaches and perched on stilts above a crystal lagoon. On land or above water, sunset facing or sunrise, these super spacious rooms and suites bring an entirely original vibe of coastal, beach house chic to the Maldives.
With a 5-Star PADI dive center, the resort’s limpid waters are a diver’s nirvana but there’s an equal abundance of snorkeling and opportunities to visit the resident whale sharks. LUX South Ari Atoll also offers two infinity pools, floodlit tennis courts and a Techno gym fitness center while the LUX* Me spa is host to a wellness concierge and a menu of indulgent and stimulating treatments.
LUX South Ari Atoll boasts eight eateries and five bars. East Market is a sophisticated take on a bustling local night market. Umami offers fine dining from separate sushi, teppanyaki and robata counters as well as the Maldives’ largest selection of sakes and Japanese whiskeys. Allegria, Senses and MIXE stimulate international palettes and the new Beach Rouge introduces the dolce vita of a fashionable beach club to the island.
LUX wouldn’t be LUX without a few surprises. Expect island-roasted coffee in Café LUX, impromptu screenings at Cinema Paradiso and the chance to hang your hopes on our magical tree of wishes.
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Yes, we know. Holidays can be nerve-racking. Which fabulous sea-view restaurant should you choose tonight? Should you hide away at the spa? Spend the day mastering the waves or honing your kite-surfing skills? How much suncream should you apply? With LUX*’s all-inclusive beach getaways in Mauritius and the Maldives, leave your worries (and your credit card) on the doorstep. Are you an adrenaline junky or a pampering fiend? We’ve lined up snorkelling adventures, yoga sessions, sumptuous island feasts and even picnic baskets for your excursions. Whatever you choose to do, we’ll make sure each moment matters. From family adventures to romantic sund owners, magical honeymoons and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations on the beach, our all-inclusive luxury resorts are waiting to indulge you.
Here at LUX*, we understand that resort living in the Maldives can be an insular affair, and staying on the same island for your entire vacation can easily become routine. Case in point, food. LUX* South Ari Atoll is not only one of the largest island resorts in the Maldives but we are also the only resort to offer 8 fabulous restaurants on one island. We believe that ‘take it or leave it’ shouldn’t be the only two choices on the menu - so we give you perhaps the most precious gift of all - choice.
At LUX* South Ari Atoll, child-friendly stays come with irresistible perks: expect sparkling lagoons, all-inclusive offers and an indulgent tropical spa. We’ve thought of all the little touches for an idyllic getaway: there are eight restaurants and five bars, with special menus for fussy eaters. The sea-facing Beach Pavilions and Villas can easily accommodate tots and teens; some even have their own private pool. A daily program of supervised activities at the kids’ and teens’ clubs will keep them busy with tennis and scuba lessons, banana boat rides and marine life. It’s no surprise LUX* South Ari Atoll was awarded at the Maldives Travel Awards as the “Leading Family Resort” in 2018.
At LUX* South Ari Atoll, we are proud to present arguably the largest choice of water-sports of any 5 star resort in the Maldives. We take our adrenaline sports seriously and were not only the first to offer Flyboarding, and Hoverboarding, but we now promise to offer a new water-sport activity each and every year to add to our collection. Add to the mix a huge choice of land based activities including tennis, volleyball, beach yoga and cycling - active holiday fans have more than enough to keep even the most die-hard action junkie happy.
We are proud to present Beach Rouge - the only fully fledged beach club in the Maldives. Daytime chilled tunes accompany light bites and cool drinks enticing you to linger before taking your front row sunset seat. After dusk, a floating dance floor set out a sea with unique seating areas provide the ultimate place to party and enjoy the best in cocktails and service. Beach Rouge is without doubt the place to see and be seen in the Maldives.
We are proud to present Beach Rouge - the only fully fledged beach club in the Maldives. Daytime chilled tunes accompany light bites and cool drinks enticing you to linger before taking your front row sunset seat. After dusk, a floating dance floor set out a sea with unique seating areas provide the ultimate place to party and enjoy the best in cocktails and service. Beach Rouge is without doubt the place to see and be seen in the Maldives.
As the sun sets over the turquoise waters and the bright blue sky turns to shades of dazzling pinks and purples - the evening is almost upon us and all paths lead to Beach Rouge. Transformed at night into the place to see-and-be-seen, grab a front row ocean view seat and relish our sunset sessions courtesy of our guest DJ’s.
We take our music seriously here and we fly our musical masters in from all over the world to perform their unique (and often exclusive) soundtracks - ensuring it’s the best night out you’ve ever had on holiday.
With cocktails flowing freely and a myriad of lights chasing across the outdoor dance-floor, oversized red and white sofas are set ready for your lounging pleasure accompanied by light bites and chilled tunes. Our international resident DJs and legendary LUX* service have made Beach Rouge at LUX* South Ari Atoll the most infamous beach club in all of the Indian Ocean.
As a guest of LUX* South Ari Atoll - your name is always on the list, and you can party like a VIP seven days week.
Board our traditional dhoni complete with resident marine biologist and excursion host who will guide you to an up close and personal swim with the biggest fish on earth. You’ll hear tales of the whale shark from our in-house specialist as part of the experience and refreshments on board before heading back to the resort where we present you with personal photo souveniers from your trip.
It’s a given that snorkelling and diving amongst coral reefs and a multitude of marine life is a thrilling experience during the day - but wait until the sun has set and a whole new underwater aquatic world reveals itself.
Our expert guides will lead you on a fantastical journey to a place that most people never see. Equipped with a unique torchlight and filter that fits perfectly over your mask - a watery kingdom is stirred to life with fluorescent corals, fish and other marine inhabitants that appear right before your
eyes - just think of the magical effects in the movie Avatar, and you’ll get the picture.
Wholly unique and a once-in-a-lifetime experience that you’ll never forget, fluorescent diving is the ultimate way to experience the iconic Maldivian waters from an entirety new perspective.
The clink of champagne glasses as you while away a lazy afternoon in your suspended daybed, the colourful flicker of fish in the crystal waters across your very own patch of ocean; the just-us decadence of a midnight dip beneath the stars in your very own private pool - it’s no wonder that our Romantic Pool Villas are the hideaways of choice for couples looking for lovedup luxury.
Whether you’re here on honeymoon or just a special stay à deux, these stilted sea-surrounded sanctuaries are specifically designed with romance in mind. Reached by a wooden pontoon stretching out and over the water, these nautically accented villas are all set for seduction, scented with soothing tropical aromas and serenaded by the sound of the waves. Taking the concept of open plan indoor-outdoor living to new heights, everything you need is on hand - and if you prefer to never the leave villa, we’ll totally understand - just tell us what you desire, let our legendary LUX* service work its magic and set the villa to ‘Do Not Disturb’.
Check-in time at the resort is 1400 hours and depending on occupancy levels in the hotel, a charge may apply for guests requiring early check in.
Check-out time at the resort is 12.00 noon – depending on occupancy levels in the hotel a charge may apply for guests requiring a room after this time.
About 25 minutes by seaplane from Male airport.
The Beach
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• All confirmed reservations must be paid in full at least 45 days Prior to arrival of the guest. The resort is not constrained to honor the confirmed reservation if the payment is not received as specified.
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Pros:We spent 9 nights at the Lux South Ari Atoll. It was spectacular!! The staff were waiting at the dock to welcome our sea plane. Elena was very helpful and escorted us to our romantic over the water pool villa, and it was amazing! We had a few glitches with our room the first night and discussed with the manager, who was wonderful and took care of everything and then some! The staff were all absolutely delightful. A few mentions: we really enjoyed a drive around the beautiful island and our room was cleaned every day and was spectacular! The food was delicious at all the restaurants, and the coffee, roasted on site, is excellent! The clarity and beauty of the water was absolutely unbelievable, and the beach is perfect! The path that connected all the villas and restaurants was so beautiful to walk or drive (golf cart) on, and very unique. We really enjoyed our scuba diving and saw many new and stunning things. The scuba staff were all great, but we would like to give a special shout out to Yuan. She is an excellent teacher, very patient, kind and fun! We took out a speed boat one day, with the water sports team. Di did a great job of finding us a whale shark....twice!!!! We were able to swim with him for over 30 minutes, on 2 separate occasions. It was really incredible! We could not have asked for a better trip, and can't wait to come back!! Thanks to everyone at Lux for making our holiday wonderful!!
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Tariff name | Resource/property type | Min people | Max people | Valid from | Valid til | Minimum days | Maximum days | |
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Tariff | Beach Villa 2 Pers. | 1 | 100 | Tuesday, 21 April 2020 | Sunday, 21 April 2030 | $943.04 Per night | 1 | 365 |