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This Eid, chase endless summer fun with Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa
Your Eid Al Adha holiday is just a short four-hour flight away, and at a steal of a luxury deal with Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa’s ‘Chase Endless Summers’ package.
Ensuring families and friends have an idyllic break over the long Eid break, Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa brings families and friends the choice of stylish and spacious one and two-bedroom overwater or beach villas, who can experience double the excitement tucked amongst the tropical landscape with unparalleled views across the whitewashed beaches, the Indian Ocean or turquoise lagoon.
Guests can take advantage of a special offering. The stunning resort surrounded by tropical waters and unspoilt beaches in the heart of the Indian Ocean is offering guests, who book a stay of four days or more with the ‘Chase Endless Summers’ package, a complimentary half board package, including water sports, photoshoot, and discounted spa services.
The package features a buffet breakfast at the ocean front Turquoise Restaurant, where guests can start the day with a delicious selection of treats. Located close to the shore, guests can choose their evening meals and enjoy beachside dining at Velaa Bar & Grill and savour a three-course menu which includes grilled seafood, meats, and wood-fired delicacies. Turquoise Restaurant offers relaxed buffet style dining serving Asian and modern European favourites.
The Explore Spa is perched over a turquoise lagoon with clear panelled floors providing breath-taking views into the coral gardens below. The Spa offers the perfect escape for relaxation and guests can take advantage of a 25% discount as part of the package. There are six bespoke treatment rooms, Hair and beauty treatment room, Relaxation lounge and Retail boutique. The spaces have been created to foster tranquillity and relaxation whilst surrendering to the treatments designed to stimulate, engage, and invigorate the senses.
Blessed with crystal clear waters guests can take advantage of complimentary water sports, which includes the likes of kayaking, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Finally, to capture the precious holiday moment the resort is offering a complimentary 30-minute photoshoot, complete with picture to take home.
Prices for 4-nights night at Le Meridien Maldives Resort & Spa over Eid Al Adha weekend start from $ 2,887 based on two adults sharing a one-bedroom beach villa.
To learn more about the offer, please visit the resort website.
Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives has been nominated in the Resorts category for the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (UK) and the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 (US), marking a further development in the resort’s international recognition.
The Readers’ Choice Awards are based on traveller feedback and are considered a key benchmark within the global travel industry. The dual nomination reflects the resort’s presence across international markets and its engagement with guests from different regions.
The nomination follows a series of recognitions for the resort. In 2025, Kuda Villingili was ranked among the Top 5 Overseas Leisure Resorts Worldwide in the Condé Nast Traveller Middle East Readers’ Choice Awards, placing fifth globally. It was also listed among the Top Resorts in the Indian Ocean in the Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 (US). The resort was similarly recognised in the 2024 edition of the awards.
Located in North Malé Atoll, approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives offers 75 villas and residences, each with private pools and views of the surrounding ocean.
The resort features eight restaurants and three bars, including Japanese-Peruvian dining at Mar-Umi and Teppanyaki by Mar-Umi. Other dining options include Asian cuisine at East and grill offerings at Fire. Additional facilities include a cigar lounge, a large swimming pool, a spa with overwater treatment villas, and a range of wellness and recreational activities such as yoga, sound therapy and surfing.
Amjad Thaufeeg, Commercial Director at Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives, stated that the nominations reflect feedback from guests across international markets and noted the importance of maintaining consistent service standards.
Voting for the Readers’ Choice Awards 2026 is open until 30 June 2026, with results scheduled to be announced in November 2026.
Baros Maldives is set to host a curated Earth Day experience titled Earth Day in Bloom on 22 April 2026, offering guests an evening programme centred on sustainability, nature and locally sourced ingredients.
The event will begin at 6:30pm at the resort’s Chef’s Garden, where guests will be welcomed with a Garden Spritz before taking part in a guided tour of the garden. The tour will introduce participants to local herbs and island-grown produce cultivated on the property.
As part of the programme, guests will be invited to plant their own herb, contributing to the garden while engaging in an activity aligned with environmental awareness. The experience will continue with a garden dinner starting at 7pm, featuring a menu designed around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from the island.
An optional pairing of organic wines will also be available, providing an additional element to the dining experience.
The event is priced at USD 175 per person, excluding applicable service charge and taxes. Reservations can be made through the resort’s butler service.
The initiative reflects Baros Maldives’ focus on sustainability-led guest experiences, integrating environmental awareness with culinary offerings and on-island activities.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has been recognised as a Quality Winner at the TUI Global Hotel Awards 2026, an accolade based on guest feedback from travellers worldwide. The recognition reflects the resort’s delivery of guest experiences shaped by service standards, facilities and alignment with evolving traveller preferences.
Located in North Malé Atoll, Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers a range of accommodation options, with more than 140 units including overwater suites, beach bungalows and duplex garden bungalows. The resort is designed to accommodate couples, families and groups.
The resort features seven dining venues offering a mix of international and local cuisine. Tex Mex serves Mexican and Spanish-inspired dishes, while Dalchini offers an Indian à la carte menu available for lunch and dinner. Raalhu Bar provides a setting for evening refreshments, with views of the sunset.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is also known for Pasta Point, a surf break recognised for its left-hand waves. The resort attracts surfers from international markets who travel to access the location. Surf operations at Pasta Point are managed by Atoll Adventures, with bookings handled through Atoll Travel to ensure a structured approach to surf access.
The TUI Global Hotel Awards are determined by guest reviews, making the recognition an indicator of guest satisfaction. The resort’s inclusion as a Quality Winner reflects its performance in meeting guest expectations within the Maldives tourism sector.
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