Watch your cares drift away at floating villas of Maldives

The Maldives have attracted many travellers who are looking for a great tropical island holiday spot. Located in the Indian Ocean in South Asia, the Maldives consists of 2 island chains with 26 natural atolls. Visitors can journey to different islands such as Fihalhohi Island and Cocoa Island and relax on the beautiful beaches. Floating villas offer an exciting opportunity where you literally live right on the ocean. Whether you want to scuba dive off the property and explore the ocean or you’re looking for a unique way to enjoy a romantic weekend, Maldives overwater villas present a memorable adventure you will treasure for years to come.

What are the Maldives water villas

To clarify, the floating villas don’t really float. These holiday rentals are situated on stilts and are several metres above the ocean. Over half of all overwater villas can be found in the Maldives. The majority of the overwater villas in the Maldives are connected to either a long pier or bridge for easy access to the nearby island so people can buy food and other necessities. Several villas are attached to the same pier, which allows you to socialise with other travellers. For more privacy, a few villas may be completely secluded and guests would need to take a boat to reach their accommodation.

Different types of overwater villas in the Maldives

As fancy as the idea of a floating villa is, you don’t need to break your budget to stay in one. These Maldives villas have different price ranges to suit the budgets of all visitors. Whichever holiday rental you choose, you’ll find spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom and shower, and a kitchen with cooking appliances and utensils if you wanted to self-cater. Most villas also have certain areas with glass-bottomed floors so you can enjoy watching fish and other marine life swim by.

Budget floating villas

If you need to limit how much money you spend, you can find many affordable floating villas in the Maldives. Couples can find a modest 1-bedroom accommodation at a reasonable rate. Most villas have a pool and a private deck for you to sit or sunbathe. You can also ask if your holiday home is full-board, which means meals are included. Full-board does not include midday snacks or alcoholic beverages. If you don’t have meals paid for, you can walk to the nearby restaurants and enjoy the local cuisine.

Luxury floating villas

If your budget allows it, you should consider a luxury overwater villa. The luxury accommodation gives you more amenities including a private hot tub and an onsite spa for massages. Several villas have a large water slide where you can land into the lagoon. This 2-bedroom property has a gym, complimentary snorkelling equipment and personal butler services available. Most luxury villas are full-board where you can eat in a dining area or have meals brought to you. A number of luxury holiday rentals are all-inclusive, which means alcohol and snacks are included.

All-inclusive floating villas

With all-inclusive plans, not only are alcoholic beverages included in your meals, but many Maldives villas come with a minibar. You might also savour free ice cream during the hot afternoon. The high-end all-inclusive villas typically also offer snorkelling lessons, use of kayaks and boat excursions to nearby islands. People who want numerous perks and to feel special should look into an all-inclusive holiday home to rent.

Other accommodation in the Maldives

While Maldives water villas attract many visitors, others might not have the means to stay at one or they prefer beachfront accommodation. You’ll find other excellent options for holiday homes in the Maldives, all with their own distinctive style and qualities. You’ll find 3-bedroom beach houses perfect for a family holiday at Huraa, where you can rent water sports gear and boats. You can also visit nearby souvenir shops on the island. Large families or a big group of friends should consider Himmafushi, where they can stay at an 8-bedroom bed and breakfast. If you like to scuba dive and see whale sharks and manta rays, you can book accommodation at Dhigurah Island. Couples might like a cozy 1-bedroom bungalow with a garden in the back.