The Maldives is the undisputed honeymoon capital of the world. Overwater villas, turquoise lagoons, bioluminescent beaches at night, and a total escape from real life — for newlyweds, nothing comes close.
Best Honeymoon Resorts in the Maldives
1. Soneva Jani – Best Overall Honeymoon Resort
The retractable roof above your bed for stargazing, the water slide from your overwater villa into the lagoon, the private butler, the Chef’s Table dinner on a deserted sandbank. Soneva Jani is the most magical honeymoon resort on Earth. From $3,000/night.
2. Gili Lankanfushi – Best for Barefoot Romance
Adults-only. No shoes, no news, no schedules. The largest overwater villas in the Maldives. A floating butler’s treehouse offshore where your Mr. Friday lives. From $1,800/night.
3. North Island, Seychelles – For the Ultimate Private Island
Only 11 villas on a private island. Where Prince William and Kate Middleton honeymooned. Hand-crafted furniture, a private beach per villa, and no other guests in sight. From $5,000/night.
4. Velaa Private Island – For Unparalleled Privacy
One of the most exclusive resorts in the Indian Ocean. Private pool with every villa, in-villa dining from a chef who comes to you. From $2,500/night.
5. Joali Being – For Wellness Honeymooners
The world’s first “wellbeing island” — combining luxury accommodation with a transformative wellness programme. Perfect for couples who want to reconnect. From $1,500/night.