Name: Meliá Whale Lagoon Maldivas
Address: South Ari Atoll, Fenfushi, 20209
Rating: 9.1

WiFi availableFree WiFiRestaurantSwimming poolOutdoor poolInfinity pool

Check-in / Check-out

From 02:00 PM · Until 12:00 PM

Classification

5-Star Hotel

Amenities

Fitness facilities, WiFi available, Free WiFi, Air conditioning, Fitness center, Swimming pool

Location

Fenfushi, mv

Luxurious Beachfront Accommodation

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives offers a 5-star experience in Machchafushi with stunning sea views and top-notch amenities.

Unparalleled Facilities

Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and garden during your stay. Benefit from room service, a 24-hour front desk, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Comfortable and Modern Rooms

Relax in well-equipped rooms featuring a desk, flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.

Book your stay at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives for a truly unforgettable experience by the beach!

Accommodations

Rooms & Suites

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.1

Exceptional

29 reviews

Highlights

+Stunning location
+Friendly and attentive service

Could Improve

–Only stayed for 8 nights

Cleanliness9.5

The staff cleaned the villa twice a day so everything was super clean.

Service9.5

The staff was the best experience with personalized attention and excellent service.

Location9.0

20 minutes from Male by seaplane with a clear view of the ocean and great access to marine life.

Room Quality8.9

Facilities and water villas are modern and new, providing a comfortable stay.

Amenities8.9

Excellent amenities with various activities available, though not specifically mentioned.

Value for Money8.9

Enjoyed all-inclusive options with no unexpected charges.

Food and Beverage9.0

Variety and quality of food received high praise, with special dietary needs accommodated.

Overall Experience9.1

Unforgettable experience; guests expressed strong satisfaction and intent to return.

Brittany

Couple · May 2026

True paradise

Liked:Everything was phenomenal - but the real standout was the staff. They were absolutely lovely and welcoming - it truly felt like home!!

Disliked:Have no negative things to say

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Richard

Couple · Apr 2026

Holiday in paradise, shame about the illness.

Liked:Truly beautiful setting and place to stay. Staff are amazing, beach villa was out of this world!

Disliked:Unfortunately we both had stomach upset during our stay. This was a shame as overall both restaurants were very good with plenty of choices.

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Helena

Solo Traveller · Mar 2026

Onna pisitive note, it wa very relaxing . My room was kept clean and tidy daily.

Liked:The location, the spa, the staff at the spa, sunset over water (was expecting a full view of sunset but it was actually to the side-felt a bit ripped off over that- a better explanation would suffice) The buffet needs help, food was mediocre, Breeze Bar needs help , customer service there is awful, wanted to sit at the bar and was actually kicked out by the bartender one evening about4pm while waiting fir my luggage to arrive on the late plane about 430pm-5p. Then at 12noon next day, only one guy manning the bar, he was bartender and server, i felt awful for him as it was busy time, everyone wanted drinks at that time. Jet skiing was too expensive, even the USA would not charge that exorbitant price of $300+ for 30 minutes. On the plus side, kayaking was part of all inclusive and free. The singer and guitarist could sing a more upbeat songs rather than sad heart broken songs

Disliked:See above The mini bar needs help, a can of chips and chocolate bar, 1 Carlsberg beer and the rest sodas. Don’t drink sodas . There’s no wine or hard liquor (the mini bottles). TV needs update, consider internet tv

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Marion

Couple · Mar 2026

Island was nice, staff very friendly and helpful. Food was edible but disappointing

Liked:The staff were very pleasant and helpful, rooms were cleaned daily to a high standard and mini bar replenished. Having travelled to the Maldives a number of times, it is always a great location. Villas on the beach, nice pool area and spa.

Disliked:The food was poor, such a mixture of food groups and often cold unless you had food from the grill which was cooked fresh. Fully understand it must be difficult to cater to various nationalities, but still made meal times uneventful. Sadly, hotel did implement dress code for dinner, which was disappointing. Other guest were extremely inconsiderate, cutting lines to order food, no pleasant requests to the chefs either. Guests on their phones whilst eating taking video calls and this was every evening, taking the ambience out of the experience. No consideration for other guests around them - very disappointing.

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Location

How to Find Us

South Ari Atoll

Fenfushi · mv

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Good to Know

Check-in & Check-out

Check-in from 02:00 PM. Check-out by 12:00 PM. Early check-in and late checkout may be available upon request.

Cancellation

Cancellation terms vary by rate. Flexible rates allow free cancellation up to 24–48 hours before arrival. Non-refundable rates cannot be canceled or modified.

Payment

All prices are all-inclusive with taxes and fees. A valid credit card is required at check-in. No additional resort or service fees will apply.

Important Information

Please share your flight details with the property at least 8 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for a transfer. Any guests arriving in international flights after 16:00 will have to arrange their own accommodation for the first night with their own expenses and travel to the resort the next day, also note that guests departing on international flights earlier than 09:00 will have to depart the resort one day prior to reach the international airport on time. SEAPLANE TRANSFERS: Rates in USD per person (return), incl. 17% T-GST. Seaplanes operate daylight only (arrivals 06:00–15:30; departures from 09:00). Early/late flights require overnight in Malé at guest’s cost; prior night guarantees early check-in. Operated by TMA; schedules confirmed the evening prior. Send full details 7 days in advance; bookings under 72h subject to availability. Cancellations as per accommodation policy. Baggage: 20kg checked + 5kg hand luggage. A deposit may be required at the property.

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Guest Reviews

What Guests Say

9.1

Exceptional

29 reviews

Highlights

+Stunning location
+Friendly and attentive service

Could Improve

–Only stayed for 8 nights

Cleanliness9.5

The staff cleaned the villa twice a day so everything was super clean.

Service9.5

The staff was the best experience with personalized attention and excellent service.

Location9.0

20 minutes from Male by seaplane with a clear view of the ocean and great access to marine life.

Room Quality8.9

Facilities and water villas are modern and new, providing a comfortable stay.

Amenities8.9

Excellent amenities with various activities available, though not specifically mentioned.

Value for Money8.9

Enjoyed all-inclusive options with no unexpected charges.

Food and Beverage9.0

Variety and quality of food received high praise, with special dietary needs accommodated.

Overall Experience9.1

Unforgettable experience; guests expressed strong satisfaction and intent to return.

Brittany

Couple · May 2026

True paradise

Liked:Everything was phenomenal - but the real standout was the staff. They were absolutely lovely and welcoming - it truly felt like home!!

Disliked:Have no negative things to say

via Nuitee

Richard

Couple · Apr 2026

Holiday in paradise, shame about the illness.

Liked:Truly beautiful setting and place to stay. Staff are amazing, beach villa was out of this world!

Disliked:Unfortunately we both had stomach upset during our stay. This was a shame as overall both restaurants were very good with plenty of choices.

via Nuitee

Helena

Solo Traveller · Mar 2026

Onna pisitive note, it wa very relaxing . My room was kept clean and tidy daily.

via Nuitee

Marion

Couple · Mar 2026

Island was nice, staff very friendly and helpful. Food was edible but disappointing

via Nuitee

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