Luxury Hotels in Northern Atolls
7 luxury hotels compared on guest reviews. No paid placements.
Our picks
7 Recommended Hotels
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa-Deluxe All Inclusive
Northern Atolls, Maldives
Best overallThe 5 star deluxe Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa- Deluxe All Inclusive is located on the island of Fasmendhoo , in the southern part of Raa Atoll, Maldives. The island is composed of 20 Hectares of… Read more
Why this position
Leads the ranking: a higher guest score than #2 (9.9 to 9.4).
Hurawalhi Island Resort offers accommodation in Hurawalhi. The resort has an outdoor pool and spa centre… Read more
Why this position
Sits behind #1 on both the score (9.4 to 9.9) and the sample it rests on (227 to 561 reviews).
Intercontinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort with Club benefits by IHG
Northern Atolls, Maldives
Adults onlySituated in Raa Atoll, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort features private Beach, Overwater and Lagoon villas and residences. Each villa has Maldivian inspired interiors alongside resort… Read more
Why this position
Scores higher than #2 (9.7 to 9.4), on a smaller body of reviews (32 to 227).
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Kudadoo Maldives Private Island – Luxury All inclusive
Northern Atolls, Maldives
All inclusiveKudadoo Maldives Private Island – Luxury All inclusive by Hurawalhi is an exclusive resort comprising just 15 expansive, over water Ocean Residences with 44 sq metre terrace pools… Read more
Why this position
Scores higher than #3 (10.0 to 9.7), on a smaller body of reviews (13 to 32).
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, A Hyatt Resort
Northern Atolls, Maldives
Peace and quietAlila Kothaifaru Maldives in Kothaifaru, Maldives, offers a private beach area and beachfront access. Guests enjoy an infinity swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush gardens… Read more
Why this position
Rests on more guest reviews than #4 (66 to 13), at a slightly lower score (9.1 to 10.0).
Located on the island of Medhufaru in a 5.6 km lagoon in the Noonu Atoll, Soneva Jani features both overwater and island villas… Read more
Why this position
Sits behind #5 on both the score (8.5 to 9.1) and the sample it rests on (16 to 66 reviews).
The Sun Siyam Iru Fushi is a 52-acre resort set in the heart of Noonu Atoll. Featuring 221 spacious beach and overwater villas, the resort boasts an adults only infinity pool overlooking the Indian… Read more
Why this position
Guests rate it above #6 (9.4 to 8.5) and on more reviews (451 to 16).
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Tripplo’s selection · Founder: Axel Hernborg · Updated 20 October 2026
Ranking updated 21 October 2026
7 hotels compared · How we choose hotels · No paid placements
Compare the hotels
| # | Hotel | Stars | Guest rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa-Deluxe All Inclusive | 5★ | Booking9.9· 561 reviews | Best overall |
| 2 | Hurawalhi Island Resort | 5★ | Booking9.4· 227 reviews | Beach |
| 3 | Intercontinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort with Club benefits by IHG | 5★ | Booking9.7· 32 reviews | Adults only |
| 4 | Kudadoo Maldives Private Island – Luxury All inclusive | 5★ | Booking10· 13 reviews | All inclusive |
| 5 | Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, A Hyatt Resort | 5★ | Booking9.1· 66 reviews | Peace and quiet |
| 6 | Soneva Jani | 5★ | Booking8.5· 16 reviews | Spa & wellness |
| 7 | Sun Siyam Iru Fushi with Free Transfer | 5★ | Booking9.4· 451 reviews | — |
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How we ranked these hotels
7 hotels looked at for this destination: 7 ranked above, 0 more we recommend.
The Google and Booking ratings for these hotels are based on a combined 1,366 reviews reported by the sources. This is not the number of review texts Tripplo has analysed.
How guest ratings, hotel class and facts inform our selections.
Read our methodologyWeather & sea temperature — Northern Atolls
Right now: 27° air · 30° sea
Tripplo's luxury hotel selection on Northern Atolls — in numbers
Most common facilities
- Pool (7 of 7)
- Beachfront (7 of 7)
- Free WiFi (6 of 7)
- Spa & wellness (6 of 7)
- Bar (6 of 7)
- Airport shuttle (6 of 7)
What these hotels do best
- Privacy & seclusion (7 of 7)
- Pools (5 of 7)
- Beach access (4 of 7)
- Dining (4 of 7)
