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Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

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Villa (Sunset Water) | Terrace/patio
Exterior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Villa (Sunset Beach) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa

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Bodufinolhu Island, Bodufinolhu Island, South Ari Atoll, 20209
  • Dhigurah Beach
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach
  • Bikini Beach

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Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite)

  • 114 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Beach) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Villa (Sunset Beach)

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Water) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Villa (Sunset Water)

  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Villa (Sunrise Beach)

  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Water) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Villa (Water)

  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Sunset Suite Villas With Pool

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Sunset Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Sunset Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Sunrise Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Sunrise Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Catch some rays on Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 4 restaurants.
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

A private beach and a health club are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a 24-hour fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
During your stay at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives, you're just a quick walk from Ari Atoll. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Options for a bite to eat or a refreshing drink include 4 restaurants, a coffee shop, a poolside bar and 2 bars/lounges
  • Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
  • Treat yourself to massages at the spa
  • Services include a lifeguard on-site, a concierge and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, a gym and volleyball
  • Steps from Ari Atoll
Some rates at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with free beach club on site, umbrellas, and sunloungers. At Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a health club and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Bodufinolhu Island hotel.

Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The hotel hosts a free manager's reception daily.
Sea Salt - Main Restauran – On-site buffet restaurant.
Aqua – Specialty Restaura – This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the ocean. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Breeze – Pool Restaurant – On-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Magical – Pool Snack Bar – This bar specialises in Mediterranean cuisine. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Barceló 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
Children's club

Entertainment

On-site live performances
Theme parties

Languages

English

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 coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua – Specialty Restaura
  • Breeze – Pool Restaurant
  • Magical – Pool Snack Bar
  • Sea Salt - Main Restauran

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping centre
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages

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 (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 72 hours before their expected arrival. Contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. Daily transfer service is offered by Trans Maldivian Airways between 6 AM and 4 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane fee at check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

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

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MVR 182.76 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Destination fee: MVR92.72 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: MVR 6524 (return)
  • Floatplane transfer per child: MVR 4298 (return), from 2 to 11 years old

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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

VESELIN

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

10/10 Excellent

Zdravko

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

10/10 Excellent

Iurii

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

10/10 Excellent

Baraa Mohamed Al, Jeddah

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

Fabrice

Travelled with partner
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

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

Travelled with family
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

Travelled with family
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

AKIKO

Stayed 5 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