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Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives

5.0 star property
Island escape where manager's receptions happen daily and ocean views refresh the spirit at this Maldives retreat with thoughtful hospitality

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Travelers find a private beach and poolside bar at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives. The resort offers kayaking, snorkeling, and deep-tissue massages at the spa. Four restaurants serve Mediterranean cuisine with ocean views, and a café provides coffee all day.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ฿19,229
฿60,399 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr

Room options

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Suite, Private Pool (Sunset Villa)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 114 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, Private Pool (Sunset Villa | 2+1)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Suite, Private Pool (Sunset Villa | 2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 114 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunrise Beach)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunrise Beach)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunrise Beach | 2+1)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunrise Beach | 2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunrise Water)

Villa (Sunrise Water) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunrise Water)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunset Water)

Villa (Sunset Water) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunset Water)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 85 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunset Beach)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunset Beach)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 78 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Villa (Sunset Beach | 2+1)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Villa (Sunset Beach | 2+1)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Sunset Beach Villa

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sunset Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sunset Suite Villas With Pool

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Sunset Water Villa

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sunset Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Sunrise Beach Villa

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sunrise Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3

View all photos for Sunrise Water Villa

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains

Sunrise Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
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About the area

Located in Bodufinolhu Island, Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives is on a private beach. Dhidhoofinolhu Marina and Maafushivaru Island Jetty are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Thun'di and Sandbank Dhigurah. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming and other activities like whale watching. Visit our Bodufinolhu Island travel guide
Map
Bodufinolhu Island, Bodufinolhu Island, South Ari Atoll, 20209

Restaurants

  • Beach Fresh
  • Raha
  • Vani Coffee Shop
  • Eats And Beats
  • Бар Breeze

About this property

Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives

Luxury family-friendly hotel on a private island
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a beach bar and a poolside bar at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sunloungers and scuba diving. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants, which feature Mediterranean cuisine and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include snorkelling, volleyball and kayaking. In addition to concerts and live shows and a terrace, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with free cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A free beach club on-site, a 24-hour front desk and karaoke
  • A TV in reception, beach umbrellas and a reception hall
  • A porter/bellboy, luggage storage and concierge services
Room features
All 100 rooms have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and separate baths/showers
  • 36-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Entertainment

On-site live performances
Theme parties

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua
  • Breeze
  • Magical
  • Sea Salt

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Canoeing
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Karaoke
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping centre
  • Snorkelling
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Wine tasting room
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 100 buildings
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via floatplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Seaplane transfers are carried out by Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA) who provide the resort with confirmed flight schedules the evening prior to arrival/departure. Seaplanes are operational only in daylight hours. Shared seaplane transfers may be combined with guests from nearby resorts and may have possible stops en-route (one or multiple stops) before arriving at the resort. Seats for seaplane transfer for any reservation received later than 72 hours prior to the guest arrival are subject to availability. Reservation will only confirm the booking after getting the confirmation from TMA. Seaplane fares are subject to change in the event that new taxes are introduced or if a fuel surcharge is levied.
Seaplane departure timings are scheduled by TMA and are subject to change. For arrival: Seaplane transfers can be arranged for international flights arriving in Maldives between 6 AM and 3:30 PM. For departure: Seaplane transfers can be arranged for international flights departing Maldives from 9 AM onwards. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or a nearby island at their own cost. Seaplane transfer will be arranged for the next day and any payment made for the previous night will be charged as guarantee for early check-in. Additional (extra) seaplane transfer arrangements can be arranged on request and are subject to an extra charge of 60% of the return airfare per person including children. Private seaplane transfer can be arranged on request; rates and availability are subject to change.
Guests may use the TMA VIP Lounge in the seaplane terminal with access to light refreshments, tea, coffee, and soft drinks on arrival day. The waiting time at the TMA VIP Lounge is approximately 2-3 hours from the time of check-in for the seaplane transfer, depending on the international flight schedule. There may be further delays or cancellation due to inclement weather conditions or seaplane maintenance requirements. The resort will not be responsible for the additional charges in the event of delays or cancellations due to force majeure, weather conditions or maintenance requirements. The resort will not be responsible for guests who miss their international flights or connections.
Luggage allowance is 20 kilogrammes per person and 5 kilogrammes hand luggage (one bag). Any amount over this will be charged an additional USD 5 per kilogramme and may be subject to delivery delay. Baggage items that weigh more than 32 kilogrammes will not be permitted on board unless repacked in lighter luggage. Price and weight restrictions are subject to change at the discretion of the service provider.
Guests must arrange seaplane transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property. To arrange transfers, guest inform the resort at least 7 days in advance and provide the complete name of the guest(s) travelling along with flight details and the age of the children, if any, and the arrival and departure details.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Aeroplane transfer per adult: USD 552 (return)
  • Aeroplane transfer per child: USD 300 (return)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Parties and events (including weddings) are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Barcelo Whale Lagoon Maldives
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Hotel
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Bodufinolhu Island
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Hotel Bodufinolhu Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives on 10 Apr 2026 start from ฿19,229, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives?

Checkout is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives?

Some rate plans available at this hotel are all-inclusive.

Where is Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives located?

Within easy reach of Thun'di, this Bodufinolhu Island hotel is set on its own private white sand beach. Regional attractions also include Dhidhoofinolhu Marina and Sandbank Dhigurah.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldives Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our place for a complete vacation. We thank the entire team for the exceptional service and amenities provided We will miss you!!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Barcelo Whale Laggon is just a paradise on earth! we tried both the water villa sunset and the beach villa suite sunset, and it was 2 marvellous experience. Food proposed in the all inclusive is just a wonder of taste! All the team of the hotel and the dive center is just perfect, always looking for small details, and helping during the stay. The resort is good size, not too big, not too small, a perfect stay, thank you for all the Barcelo team for that great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zdravko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent all around, will come back again 😉
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baraa Mohamed Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Maldives experience at the best, However, food options in dining is limited compared to similar resorts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

VESELIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

AMARU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel de lujo. servicio excelente. Lugar precioso

Hotel nuevo. Vistas increíbles servicio muy amable de todo el personal. Actividades acuáticas caras. Y encontramos chinches en el colchón los cuales me picaron. El personal fue muy receptivo y lo soluciono de inmediato
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posto meraviglioso, ogni cosa è stata perfetta. Personale gentilissimo e disponibile. Ristorante ottimo . Camera bellissima, spaziosa con bagno all’aperto splendido. Un sogno!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impossibile trovare un difetto!! Location mozzafiato, Sunset beach Villa top, bagno meraviglioso, ristorante curato, pulitissimo buffet sempre in ordine e cucina ottima, tra le migliori trovate in villaggi! Personale sempre sorridente e gentile dal primo all’ultimo, non menziono nessuno per non dimenticare qualcuno!! Ottima organizzazione con idrovolanti e collegamenti con aeroporto, zero stress!! Consiglio di controllare minuziosamente le maschere del diving prima di prenderle in dotazione, ma nulla che ci abbia rovinato una delle nostre vacanze migliori! Non si sbaglia se si sceglie questa struttura per rilassarsi e fare pace con il mondo!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel sur une île privée, très bon accueil, services au top. Nourriture variée et de qualité. Cependant options de restauration en extra très chères tout comme les boissons. Villa pilotis au top, chambre confortable. Globalement un bon séjour, juste dommage qu'au départ l'hydravion fut en retard. On a donc attendu pour rien dans le hall de l'accueil au lieu de profiter du lieu. Un déjeuner pour patienter aurait été un geste commercial appréciable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

denis

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AKIKO

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024