Why Families are Falling in love with Maldives
The Maldives has long captured the imagination of travelers with its turquoise lagoons, soft white-sand beaches, and extraordinary marine life, earning its reputation as one of the world’s ultimate romantic escapes. In recent years, though, the islands have quietly evolved into something even more special. Today, the Maldives is just as loved by families as it is by honeymooners, with resorts rethinking luxury to include everyone—from toddlers to grandparents.
More and more properties have introduced spacious family villas, exciting kids’ clubs, and larger, purpose-built facilities designed to keep younger guests engaged, while also expanding the range of experiences families can enjoy together. Think snorkeling adventures, island explorations, hands-on marine programs, movie nights under the stars, and plenty of space to simply slow down and reconnect. It’s this balance of easygoing luxury and shared discovery that has made the Maldives such a compelling choice for modern family travel.
Below, we’ve highlighted a selection of luxury island resorts that our guests loved most among the islands they stayed on last year. These properties stood out not only for their beautiful settings and exceptional service, but also for how effortlessly they cater to families—creating memorable experiences that feel just as magical for parents as they do for children.
JOALI Maldives
Provides a truly creative and immersive experience for guests of all ages, seamlessly blending art, culture, and nature within a breathtaking island setting. Its thoughtfully designed villas and interactive programs for both children and adults inspire curiosity, creativity, and meaningful family connections, making it an exceptional choice for families seeking to enjoy nature without compromising on luxury and comfort.
The resort’s family-friendly villas offer direct lagoon access, allowing guests to step straight into the crystal-clear waters for swimming or snorkeling at any time. The vibrant kids’ club features a range of creative workshops, marine discovery activities, and interactive programs designed to engage and entertain young minds. Families can also savour gourmet dining experiences curated for all ages, ensuring every meal becomes a shared, memorable occasion.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Combining sophisticated luxury with endless opportunities for family fun in a serene island paradise. Spacious accommodations, diverse water sports, and thoughtfully curated programs for children and teens ensure that every member of the family can enjoy their own special experiences while embracing the privacy and elegance of a world-class retreat.
The resort’s main features include expansive family villas complete with private pools and panoramic ocean views, creating the perfect setting for relaxation and quality time together. enjoying a wide variety of water sports and guided snorkeling excursions, offering adventure and excitement for all ages while exploring vibrant marine life. Younger visitors can take part in dedicated kids’ and teens’ clubs, which provide fun, educational, and interactive activities designed to inspire creativity, learning, and friendship in a safe and welcoming environment.
One&Only Reethi Rah
Beloved by multigenerational families, the resort offers spacious private villas alongside exceptional children’s programs and countless sports options. Its gentle shores and knowledgeable staff create an ideal environment for families to discover the island together.
The resort features spacious luxury villas with private pools, a dedicated Kids Only club offering engaging age-specific activities, and a range of water sports and excursions designed to delight guests of all ages.
Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru
Set in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the resort is ideal for nature-curious families. Its Marine Discovery Centre offers hands-on learning, while family villas create a perfect balance of luxury and comfort.
Offering an exceptional family experience with a Marine Discovery Centre providing immersive and educational ocean encounters, elegant Family Beach Pool Villas with direct beach access, and the Kids for All Seasons program, featuring thoughtfully curated creative workshops that inspire and engage young guests.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
A true gem set within the Maldives’ shimmering blue waters, this ultra-luxury resort pairs refined elegance with thoughtful family-friendly design. Its calm lagoons and bespoke experiences allow both parents and children to enjoy the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.
The property offers exclusive family villas with private pools, a Waldorf Astoria Kids Club providing tailored programs, and curated adventure experiences such as supervised snorkeling, creating memorable and engaging stays for guests of all ages.
Soneva Fushi
Championing eco-adventure and unstructured family fun, Soneva Fushi offers famed kids’ and teens’ programs alongside nature-centric experiences such as stargazing, cinema nights under the stars, and jungle exploration. It is a dream for adventurous families.
The resort highlights nature-driven experiences such as treehouse kids’ areas, offers kids and teens programs that blend adventure and learning, and provides spacious beach houses ideal for large family stays.
The St.Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
Raising the standard for family travel, this resort offers elegant spaces and carefully designed programs that cater to every generation. Its serene beaches and creative children’s activities create a perfect blend of luxury and personality for families.
The resort showcases spacious family residences and beach villas where guests can relax, while children enjoy family-friendly play areas and calm lagoons, and participate in St. Regis kids events such as treasure hunts and many more.
Velaa Private Island
Known for its striking design and customized family offerings, the resort provides a highly personalized experience that allows families to shape their stay around their interests, whether through private excursions or golf lessons, making it one of the most sought-after family resorts of 2026.
The resort provides tailored family experiences and personalized itineraries, includes the Velaa Kids & Teens Club with a variety of activities, and boasts multi-bedroom residences with private pools.
Vakkaru Maldives
With a dedicated kids’ club and relaxed island vibe, the resort offers both adventure and downtime for families. The range of dining options and family-sized villas makes mealtimes and evenings easy and enjoyable.
The resort offers the children’s club “Kokko” for fun and educational play, showcases family pool villas with lagoon views, and presents a variety of dining options with menus designed for kids.
Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort
With its casual island feel and family-focused amenities, the resort delivers a welcoming environment where playful water features and relaxed design create an enjoyable, unpretentious family escape.
Offers a relaxed island vibe with a variety of family-oriented activities designed for all ages. Children can enjoy the Avani+ Kids Club and dedicated teen spaces, while the whole family can have fun at the all-ages water playground and unwind in the calm, serene lagoons.
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas
Occupying its own atoll, the resort is celebrated for its marine-driven family experiences. Glass-bottom boat tours and snorkeling adventures invite young explorers to engage with one of the Maldives’ most dynamic underwater playgrounds.
Inviting guests of all ages to explore captivating underwater and marine experiences. Children can join the Anantara Kids Club for exciting nature adventures, while families can unwind in spacious water villas with direct access to the serene lagoon.
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
Featuring generous family suites and a variety of shared experiences, the resort promises memorable stays for the whole family. The I-Kids Club and themed events make every day an engaging adventure for children.
With the resort’s I-Kids Club, where children can enjoy island games and crafts, offering generous family suites with separate areas for comfort and privacy, and hosts family beach cinema nights along with themed dinners for memorable shared experiences.
Niyama Private Islands Maldives
With its unique dual-island design of Play Island and Chill Island, the resort provides limitless experiences for families. Whether enjoying surfing, lagoon fun, or kids’ club programs, every family member can stay engaged and relaxed.
The resort offers a dual-island experience with a wide range of activities for all ages, features the Explorers Kids Club where children can enjoy creative projects, and provides surf breaks as well as family pool fun zones for endless enjoyment.
