OZEN LIFE MAADHOO South Male Atoll
Dinner six metres below the sea. Breakfast on a private deck above it.
An island resort on OZEN LIFE MAADHOO Maadhoo Island
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO occupies its own island in the South Malé Atoll, about 36 km from Malé International Airport. The resort runs 94 villas split between beachfront Earth Villas and overwater Wind Villas, with private pools or jacuzzis available across several categories. Guests arrive via complimentary speedboat, roughly 45 minutes from the airport, and are met first at THE OZEN COLLECTION airport lounge. The INDULGENCE plan covers specialty dining across six restaurants, premium spirits, spa treatments, excursions, and daily minibar restocking — making it one of the more comprehensive all-inclusive formats in the Maldives. Rates start from around USD 1,047 per night.
Is this stay right for you?
A full-facility island resort where the all-inclusive plan genuinely covers specialty dining, drinks, and spa time — not just buffet meals.
Best for
- Couples wanting overwater villas with private pools
- Families needing multi-bedroom layouts and a kids' club
- Diners keen on the M6M underwater restaurant
- All-inclusive travellers who want premium inclusions
Less suited to
- Budget-conscious travellers — entry rate exceeds USD 1,000 per night
- Those seeking a small, low-key property
- Travellers who prefer self-catering flexibility
The M6M underwater restaurant
M6M — Minus Six Metres sits six metres below the surface of the Indian Ocean. The specialty restaurant serves modern seafood through floor-to-ceiling windows with reef fish and open water visible on all sides. Nothing else on the island quite matches it for spectacle.
Six restaurants, one island
Beyond M6M, dining includes LONU for modern Maldivian food at lunch, TRADITION INDOCEYLON for Indian and Sri Lankan dinners, TRADITION PEKING for Chinese nightly, and THE PALMS for all-day world cuisine. The INDULGENCE plan covers dine-around access to all of them.
Earth and Wind villa categories
Beachfront Earth Villas sit on the sand; overwater Wind Villas extend over the lagoon. Both categories come in standard, pool, and jacuzzi-slide configurations. The Wind Villa with Jacuzzi and Slide adds a water slide directly into the sea.
ELE | NA Spa and fitness
The ELE | NA Spa is the island's dedicated wellness facility. Spa treatments are included from the fourth night onward under the INDULGENCE plan. The resort also has a fitness centre and tennis courts on site.
Bars across beach and pool
GIN IS IN stocks more than 18 rare gin labels and is set up for sundowners. JOIE DE VIVRE doubles as a pool bar and pizzeria. HUDHU BAY runs as a sunset beach club with snacks, drinks, and a crab dinner offering.
OZEN KID'S CLUB and family rooms
The dedicated kids' club gives families a structured programme on-island. The Beach Pool Pavilion two-bedroom suite at 144 m² and the Three-Bedroom Villa at 430 m² are both sized for groups travelling with children.
Where you'll stay
Private Water Villa
85 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Beach Villa with Private Pool
82 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Water Villa with Private Pool
85 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
Beach Pool Pavilion -2 Bedroom Suite
144 m² · sleeps 4 · 2 twin beds and 1 king bed
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
- Air conditioning
On & off the island
Inside OZEN LIFE MAADHOO South Male Atoll
Amenities at OZEN LIFE MAADHOO South Male Atoll
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- 6 restaurants
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Beachfront
Great for your stay
- 6 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Spa and wellness center
- View
- Bath
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden
How to get there
OZEN LIFE MAADHOO is on Maadhoo Island in the South Malé Atoll, 36 km from Malé International Airport. The resort provides complimentary return speedboat transfers, with the crossing taking around 45 minutes. Guests are received at THE OZEN COLLECTION airport lounge before departure to the island.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
Where it is
Things to do nearby
- Guradoo South Outsideattraction1.1 km
- Guradoo Southattraction1.9 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 639 Google reviews, the property holds a 4.6/5 rating. Service is the strongest theme — 128 of 157 mentions were positive. Dining drew 81 positive mentions out of 108, and the bar scored 40 out of 51. Breakfast was consistently well-received at 25 of 29 mentions. Cleanliness generated more mixed feedback at 19 positive out of 42.
- Things to do2.9
- Restaurants2.1
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 27 · average 9.8
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
They wrote about: breakfast, staff, cleanliness
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Worth knowing
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Groups
When booking more than 10 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to OZEN LIFE MAADHOO from the airport?
The resort provides a complimentary return speedboat transfer from Malé International Airport. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes. Guests are also welcomed at THE OZEN COLLECTION airport lounge on arrival before boarding.
What is the INDULGENCE plan and what does it include?
INDULGENCE is the resort's premium all-inclusive plan. It covers dine-around access to all specialty restaurants, premium spirits and wines, spa treatments (from stays of four nights or more), excursions, non-motorised water sports, snorkelling equipment, and daily minibar restocking.
How many restaurants are there, and are they all included in the plan?
There are six restaurants: M6M (underwater seafood), LONU (Maldivian), TRADITION INDOCEYLON (Indian and Sri Lankan), TRADITION PEKING (Chinese), THE PALMS (all-day world cuisine), and a pizzeria at JOIE DE VIVRE. The INDULGENCE plan covers dine-around access to all specialty restaurants from four-night stays.
What is M6M and how is it different from the other restaurants?
M6M — Minus Six Metres is an underwater restaurant six metres below sea level. It specialises in modern seafood and has panoramic windows looking into the ocean. It is one of a small number of fully underwater dining rooms in the Maldives.
What room types are available?
The resort has beachfront Earth Villas and overwater Wind Villas, each available in standard, private pool, and jacuzzi-and-slide configurations. Larger options include the two-bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion and the three-bedroom OZEN Residence villa, which sleeps six.
Is there diving available at the resort?
Yes. Dolphin Base Maadhoo operates guided diving expeditions from the island. Under the INDULGENCE plan, a dive or spa experience is also included in the package for qualifying stays.
Is the resort suitable for families with children?
The resort has a dedicated OZEN KID'S CLUB on site. Family rooms are available, and the two-bedroom Beach Pool Pavilion (144 m²) and three-bedroom villa (430 m²) both accommodate four to six guests.
What dietary options are available at dining?
The resort caters to continental, vegetarian, halal, and gluten-free requirements. The six-restaurant setup and buffet dinner format at THE PALMS give reasonable variety for guests with specific dietary needs.
Are there bars on the island?
There are three: GIN IS IN (specialty gin bar with over 18 rare labels, open for sundowners), JOIE DE VIVRE (pool bar and pizzeria), and HUDHU BAY (sunset beach club serving snacks, drinks, and a crab dinner).
What activities are available beyond diving and snorkelling?
On-island activities include tennis, free bicycle rental, live music, themed dinner nights, movie nights, and walking tours. Marine excursions and sunset cruises can also be arranged through the resort.
What is the ELE | NA Spa?
ELE | NA Spa is the resort's full-service spa and wellness facility. Spa treatments are included in the INDULGENCE all-inclusive plan for stays of four nights or more. The resort also has a fitness centre.
What is the price range and how can I book?
Rates start from approximately USD 1,047 per night for a Private Beach Villa. The resort accepts credit and debit cards. Bookings can be made directly or through travel platforms; a 24-hour front desk is available for pre-arrival queries.