Soft white sands, rippling coconut palms, impossibly pink sunsets and night skies so clear and so dark you can easily trace your way along the Milky Way – the wondrous topography of the Maldives was made for love. And whatever your romantic style there's a resort for you, from castaway-style eco-luxe retreats, to trend-setting designer digs, to Miami-esque isles with buzzy beach clubs, to action-packed all-inclusives, health and fitness getaways, and far-flung smudges of sand where you're just as likely to see a green turtle as another human being. Here's our pick of the most romantic hotels in the Maldives, including the best for overwater villas, private plunge pools, open-air cinemas, Michelin-starred restaurants, beachfront dining and spectacular diving facilities.
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Contributions by Kate Bolton, Lauren Ho, Grace Holliday, Jenny Johnson, Jamie Lafferty, Simon Parker, Caroline Shearing & Xenia Taliotis
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A 50-minute boat ride away from capital Malé, The Ritz-Carlton has opened on the Fari Islands, a ... Read expert review
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A fantasy made real. Pioneering eco-resort Soneva Jani wows guests with supersized villas, superl... Read expert review
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As far as eco-luxe experiences go this is about as glorious as it gets. The star-gazing is phenom... Read expert review