Kuredu Island Resort, Male

The all-inclusive Kuredu Island Resort is situated on the northern reef of Lhaviyani atoll, about 130km north of Male International airport and 40 minutes' flight by seaplane. Kuredu sits within an area that is famous for its beauty and abundant marine life, surrounded by 3km of white sand beaches and aquamarine lagoons. Guests choose from three resorts and nine categories of accommodation, with bungalows and villas lining the white sand beach in Kuredu Island Resort, tastefully decorated 'O' Beach Villas in the modern 'O' Resort, and, over the lagoon, the ever-popular Water Villas in Sangu Resort. A wide choice of restaurants and bars caters for all tastes, while activities include water sports, tennis and the Maldives' first golf course.

Features: 388 rooms, 5 restaurants, 3 bars, 3 swimming pools, dive centre, golf course, sailing boat.
Room amenities: Air conditioning, television, wine refrigerator, safe, minibar, tea & coffee facilities.