Conrad Maldives Rangali IslandvsSoneva Fushi
Both properties are rated very highly by experts. On balance, Soneva Fushi ranks significantly higher than Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. Soneva Fushi is ranked #2 in Maldives with positive reviews from 7 publications including Jetsetter, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Rangali Island, 2034
From $855/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"There’s luxury and there's luxury—Conrad Maldives, situated on two private tropical islands, provides a benchmark for sophisticated Maldives resorts." Full review
i
Dine in Ithaa, an incredible underwater restaurant on gourmet fare and have the sommelier help you choose from 20,000 bottles of wine.
Travel + Leisure
"The Setting: Overlook the Indian Ocean from the ultra-private two-person, 104-degree hot tub outside of Conrad Maldives’ Beach Villa on Rangalifinolhu Island." Full review
Jetsetter
"Two private islands in the Maldives with overwater villas and an underwater restaurant." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Sumptuous barefoot luxury is the name of the game at the Hilton Group’s long-standing Maldivian resort." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"An idyllic tropical resort, spread over two islands connected by a bridge. Expect white sands and turquoise-blue sea, elegant villas and a world-class spa – plus excellent food." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The resort is already known for incredible features including its underwater suite, THE MURAKA...all of the overwater villas have a private sundeck, and some have their own pools."
New York Times
"At Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, guests can reserve the Muraka, a two-level hotel room that includes an infinity pool and also reaches 16 feet below sea level"
Independent
"Between the two large natural islands there are 12 top-notch restaurants, including Ithaa, which is underwater, and Mandhoo, which serves delicious spa cuisine, as well as two swimming pools"
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Famous throughout the country for its unique two-island set-up and Maldives' first undersea restaurant, Conrad Maldives is an excellent choice for couples and families wanting to escape in style" Full review
Soneva Fushi
Baa Atoll, 2233
From $8,800/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Travel + Leisure
"This luxury resort on the uninhabited island of Kunfunadhoo in the Baa Atoll encourages its guests to spend their entire vacations barefoot." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"This chic island idyll offers castaway beachside picnics, an outdoor cinema, a Six Senses spa, and lovely one-to-nine room villas." Full review
Jetsetter
"Live out a castaway fantasy at this eco-chic retreat with thatch-roofed villas, a stellar spa and an observatory." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"As if pretty much every water sport under the sun wasn't enough, this cluster of 65 villas also has a planetarium and open-air cinema to keep guests entertained." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"Nestled under verdant jungle on the beaches of a secluded island in the Maldives, boutique hotel Soneva Fushi’s luxe villas circle a romantic tropical playground, with a gorgeous spa." Full review
i
We're served drinks and snacks, then asked – in a seemingly random fashion – to choose our favourite smell from two oil samples, one minty and one lemony.
Independent
"Swing by for the big, beautiful back-to-nature villas; the inspired dining – looking out for visiting Michelin chefs; and singular experiences, from spending the night alone on a sandbank"
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Rightly one of the most famous resorts in the country, ecofabulous Soneva Fushi is the place to get back to nature in style." Full review