Lily Beach Maldives Review : A Snorkeling Paradise in All Inclusive

A quick review with photos of Lily Beach Resort & Spa, the first ever 5-star All Inclusive resort in the Maldives and a dream resort for snorkeling.

Lily Beach is one of the rare Maldives resorts to offer both a world-class All Inclusive plan and a spectacular house reef. Add a great kids club, an overwater spa, and the chance to see whale sharks nearby, and you have an island that truly has it all.

Located in South Ari Atoll, a snorkeling paradise, Lily Beach Resort & Spa is the first ever 5-star All Inclusive resort in the Maldives. Famous for its unique Platinum Plan and its outstanding house reef, the resort blends luxury, great value, and direct access to one of the richest underwater worlds in the archipelago.
Elegant villas, diverse dining, an overwater spa, a kids club, and world-class diving make Lily Beach a dream stay in the Maldives..

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Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives Resort Review

Lily Beach Maldives
The first ever 5 Star Luxury Full All Inclusive Resort in Maldives.
The resort is blessed with one of the richest and most beautiful house-reef we’ve seen amongst all Maldives resorts we know.
South Ari Atoll

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Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives At a Glance

Pioneer in Luxury All Inclusive in Maldives, Lily Beach Resort & Spa is an excellent Resort with great value and amazing natural assets. Surrounded by one of the most beautiful house reefs we’ve seen amongst all Maldives resorts, the island is a Must for snorkeling and diving.
The resort is a true All Inclusive with an awesome package. It is the perfect island for honeymooners, divers and families willing to enjoy the best of the underwater world without the super high bill.
Lily Beach is featured in my guide to The Best Luxury All-Inclusive Resorts in Maldives.

The Island.

Lily Beach Resort & Spa Maldives is nested on the beautiful island of Huvahendhoo in South Ari Atoll, at just 25 minutes by seaplane from Malé Airport.

What We Love

Amazing House-Reef . Excellent All Inclusive Package . The Spa . Child Friendly

Quick Facts

Lily Beach Villas At a Glance

The Resort comprises 119 Villas set all around the island, on the beach or over the water.
Each villa is designed in a contemporary way, comfortably furnished and perfectly blending modern design with traditional Maldivian elements.

The water villas have direct access to snorkeling, and the beach villas are just a few steps away from the lagoon and reef.

lily beach access snorkeling water villa

Lily Beach Maldives – Restaurants & Bars

With several restaurants and 2 beautiful all inclusive bars, Lily Beach amazes by the quality and choice of food and beverages.

The All Inclusive formula is absolutely unique and delicious, combining buffet and à la carte options, fine dining once a week, premium wines and cocktails, and snacks throughout the day.

Leisure & Activities

On the daytime, an excellent range of activities and leisure is proposed with many water sports and excursions, tailor made escapades and an excellent choice of treatments at the Overwater Spa.

Massage lovers will be delighted by the spa open views over the lagoon.

Lily Beach Kids Club – Turtle

Lily Beach Kids Club “Turtles” offers a variety of activities including a Kids Club open for kids from 3 to 12 years old. It was one of the first child-friendly resorts in Maldives.
The Kids Club facilities include Indoor & Outdoor play areas.

Maldives Family Hotel Lily Beach Kids Club — Family Holidays The Kids Club at Lily Beach Maldives

The Indoor area is air-conditioned with wooden flooring, oversized day beds, soft couches, a small library, variety of board games, various sizes of stuffed toys, low seating arrangements, an assortment of cartoons/ Children Movies DVD’s.
The Outdoor area has sandy flooring with tree shades, outdoor play units (Swings, see-saw, local children outdoor games), and bicycles to ride. Some of the activities include Treasure Hunt, Painting/Drawing, Sand castles and ‘Make your own Sandwich’, as well as a guided Island tour.

Kids can enjoy two kids pools in the Resort : At Aqua Bar -160 m2 and at Vibes Bar – 228 m2.
Bubble Makers Dive Courses are available at the Diving Center and Baby sitting services are available for additional charge.

Facilities include

Indoor & outdoor play areas
Air-conditioned indoor lounge with day beds, library, board games, toys, cartoons & movies
Outdoor sandy play area with swings, see-saws, games, and bicycles
Kids activities such as treasure hunts, painting, sandcastle building, cooking classes, and island tours

Extra perks

Babysitting services (extra charge)
Two kids pools (Aqua Bar 160 m2, Vibes Bar 228 m2)
Bubble Maker dive courses

Snorkeling & Diving at Lily beach

Lily Beach is one of the best snorkeling resorts we’ve seen in the Maldives with amazing house reef that will amaze both beginners and advanced snorkelers, at only 3–10 meters away from the shore.

The island is surrounded by a breathtaking reef with gigantic coral plates, teeming with marine life. The lagoon itself feels like a natural aquarium.

Lily Beach best resort for snorkeling in Maldives

Lily Beach Diving and Snorkeling Map

Lily Beach Maldives Resort Diving and Snorkeling Map

Snorkeling in Maldives

Lily Beach Maldives – All Inclusive Platinum Plan highlights

Lily Beach proposes a complete and outstanding All Inclusive formula called The Platinum Plan which includes:

Airport Meet & Assist and VIP Lounge Access
Premium brands and 70+ wines
Buffet and à la carte dining, one fine dining per week
Unlimited cocktails, snacks, cigarettes (4 brands)
Complimentary minibar and internet access
Non-motorized water sports & snorkeling equipment
Two excursions per person per stay
Live entertainment & weekly events
Access to Kids Club and sports complex

Final Note.
For me, Lily Beach is one of the Maldives most complete resorts. A rare find.
What makes Lily Beach so special is its unique combination : an award-winning All Inclusive plan, stunning snorkeling directly from the shore, and an excellent kids club for families. With its beautiful spa over the lagoon and whale sharks roaming the nearby waters of South Ari, Lily Beach is an exceptional resort that appeals to couples, divers, and families alike.

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