- Island Features
- Tennis
- Swimming Pool for Children
- Splash Park for Children
- Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
- Swim Up Pool Bar
- Communal Swimming Pool
- Communal Swimming Pool (Adults only)
- Kids Club (from 3 yrs)
- Kids Club (from 4 yrs)
- Babysitting Available
- Doctor on Island
- Nurse on Island
- Decompression Chamber on Island
- Island Time same as Airport/Male Time
- Island Time 1 hour ahead of Airport/Male Time
- Island Time 2 hours ahead of Airport/Male Time
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 07 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 08 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 12 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 16 years)
- Golf Buggies for transportation
- Spa
- Gym
- Evening Music Entertainment
- Feeding of fish/shark/rays by the island
- Shop - for Clothes
- Shop - for Jewellery
- Shop - for Gifts/Everyday
- Snorkel Equipment included Free
- Local Island Excursion
- Evening Music such as - Bodu Beru
- Evening Music such as - a Vocalist, a Band or a DJ
- Bicycles (free)
- Bicycles (chargeable)
- Bicycles with Stabilisers or Child Seats
- Child sized Bicycles
- Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
- Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
- Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
- Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
- Located in Addu Atoll
- Located in Baa Atoll
- Located in Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Faafuu Atoll
- Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll
- Located in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Haa Alifu Atoll
- Located in Haa Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Laamu Atoll
- Located in Lhaviyani Atoll
- Located in Meemu Atoll
- Located in Noonu Atoll
- Located in North Ari Atoll (Alif Alif Atoll)
- Located in North Male Atoll (Kaafu Atoll)
- Located in Raa Atoll
- Located in Rasdhoo Atoll
- Located in South Ari Atoll (Alif Dhaal Atoll)
- Located in South Male Atoll
- Located in Shaviyani Atoll
- Located in Thaa Atoll
- Located in Vaavu Atoll
- Room
- WiFi available in Rooms
- WiFi available in Rooms (but chargeable)
- WiFi available in Communal Areas
- WiFi available in Communal Areas (but chargeable)
- 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking door)
- 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking corridoor)
- 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking door)
- 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking corridoor)
- Twin Beds available? (enquire for room type)
- Water Villas
- Water Villas with Private Pools
- Water Villa with Child Safety Rails
- Water Villa with Slide
- Beach Villas with Private Pools
- Sunbeds numbered for Villa
- Sunbeds on Beach for Water Villas
- Butler Service
- Room Service/In Villa Dining
- Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
- Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
- Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
- Minibar included in All Inclusive
- Movies on Room TV included
- Movies on Room TV chargeable
- Minibar in the room
- Iron and Ironing Board available
- Dining
- All Inclusive
- All Inclusive including A La Carte
- Bar that shows Football/Sports
- Celebration Beach Dining Available
- Celebration Dining Dug into Sand Available
- Early Dining for Children
- OverWater Bar/Restaurant
- Vegan Friendly Restaurant
- Vegan Friendly Menus in Standard Restaurants
- Food Intolerances can be Accommodated
- UnderWater Bar/Restaurant
- Breakfast - Buffet only
- Breakfast - a la Carte only
- Breakfast - Buffet and a la Carte
- Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
- Minibar included in All Inclusive
- Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
- Minibar in the room
- Room Service/In Villa Dining
- Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
- In the Water
- Snorkelling available from the Beach
- Snorkelling available from Water Villas
- Snorkelling available from a Boat Trip (free)
- Snorkelling from a Boat Trip (chargeable)
- Water Sports available free (non motorised)
- Water Sports available chargeable (non motorised)
- Water Sports available free (motorised)
- Water Sports available chargeable (motorised)
- Water Villa access to Water via a Runged Ladder
- Water Villa access to Water via a Flat Step Ladder
- Water Villa access to Water via Flat Step Stairs
- Sandy Bottomed Lagoon
- Surf Waves from Shore
- Surf Waves accessible from boat trip
- Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
- Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
- Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
- Certified Dive Centre
- Nitrox Diving
- Whale Shark Season (May to December)
- Whale Shark Season (January to April)
- Manta Ray Season (June to November)
- Manta Ray Season (January to May)
- Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
- Regular Turtle Sightings
- Bioluminescence seen in past 12 months
- Water Park in Lagoon
- Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
- Snorkel Equipment included Free
- Buoyancy Jacket for Snorkelling included
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible Villa
- Swimming Pool Hoist/Crane
- Swimming Pool Flat Step Ladder
- Swimming Pool Flat Step Entry
- Swimming Pool Slope
- Hard Walkways
- Golf Buggy Available
- Sand Wheelchair
- Transfer
- Speedboat Transfer
- SeaPlane Transfer (water to water)
- Private Seaplane Lounge (as opposed to Communal)
- Domestic Plane Transfer (tarmac to tarmac)
- After Sunset Transfer available
- Air Conditioned Speedboat
- Air Conditioned Seaplane
Barcelo Whale Lagoon
The Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives 5* hotel takes each guest's stay to levels of supreme tranquillity, luxury, and comfort in the setting of a one-of-a-kind resort in the Maldives Islands. This resort in the Maldives is located in the south of Ari Atoll, an absolute paradise where turquoise waters, white sand, and coral bottoms reign; a romanticist's dream for exotic getaways, honeymoons, and unique experiences such as whale shark and manta ray watching. For those thirsting for adventure, this Maldives beach resort offers an unrivalled variety of water sports.
The hotel offers 100 rooms, of which 63 are Beach Villas, 30 Water Villas, and 7 Suites with pools. Fully equipped, guests will enjoy unique experiences surrounded by turquoise waters and white sands. Staying in paradise is possible thanks to the luxurious, over-sea villas offered at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives, where guests have direct access to the pristine waters just a few steps from their bed. All rooms are independent units, offering guests maximum seclusion and serenity. Each villa has an outdoor and indoor shower, bathtub, and terrace with sun loungers, as well as many other luxurious amenities for an idyllic stay in one of the best hotels in the Maldives.
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives features three restaurants, a snack bar and three bars where guests can indulge in authentic culinary experiences. The main restaurant provides guests with a buffet and an open kitchen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. The Mediterranean fusion restaurant is perfect for fish and seafood lovers. And so that guests can relax with an aperitif or a cocktail, the hotel has a Pool Bar and a Beach Club.
This dream destination is renowned for its sunsets and stunning turquoise waters. And this Maldives resort allows guests to fully immerse themselves in the experience, with a 37-metre infinity pool offering spectacular sunset views. Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives also offers guests another 250° panoramic infinity pool. Bathed in serenity and stillness, this space also offers activities such as sunrise yoga and pilates where guests enjoy maximum tranquillity.
This 5* resort in the south of Ari Atoll, exuding sensations of pure relaxation and well-being, offers a sublime Spa with an ample menu of personal care treatments, as well as a complete fitness area for those hoping to maintain vigour and athleticism on their holidays.
Maldives is one of the most desired destinations, famed for its crystal clear waters, unique tropical landscapes, and white sand beaches. Experiencing a 5* resort on a private island will make for an unforgettable memory in which guests can discover the spectacular underwater life of the Maldives, soak in vibrant sunsets, and be fully enveloped by the magic of this paradise. All this with the luxurious and exclusive services and facilities of the Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives hotel.
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This island is served by Seaplane.
Your Seaplane transfer will take around 30 mins.
Food and drink
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives offers a wide variety of delectable dishes and cuisine in each of its restaurants, bars, and lounges. For a dining experience in the heart of paradise, the resort offers three restaurants, a snack bar and three bars in exclusive indoor and outdoor settings.
Each dining option provides perfection with its promised exclusivity and uniqueness, always with first-class views overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Sea Salt Restaurant and Lounge
The main restaurant at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives includes a buffet and an open kitchen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service. It has an indoor area, a semi-open area, an outdoor terrace, and a lounge bar.
Aqua
This Mediterranean fusion restaurant is revered as the perfect place to enjoy fish and seafood. It has an indoor area, an outdoor area and 2 private palm covered palapas for dining.
Breeze
The Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives hotel pool bar and restaurant offers guests snacks and convenience food. It's an ideal location for enjoying cocktails and non-alcoholic mocktails at sunset or simply taking in the magic of the night. It has a semi-open area and a lounge.
Magical
Magical is a beach club that offers festive cocktails, appetizers, and healthy bites. It is located near the Lagoon pool.
Sunrise Beach Villa
Just a few steps from the spectacular white sand beach and turquoise waters, with a stay at the Beach Villa, guests will experience a worry-free taste of island life. Fully equipped, these villas measure 47 m2 for the interiors and 38 m2 in terrace space. Each villa includes a private terrace with direct, secluded access to the beach, modern amenities, and everything desired for an extraordinary getaway to the Maldives.
*Please note: it's possible to add an extra bed for this suite type.
7 nights, arriving on 23rd October 2026
Change Dates
- All Inclusive
- £3,332.00ENQUIRE
- All Inclusive Premium
- £4,059.00ENQUIRE
Sunset Beach Villa
The Sunset Beach Villas are ideal for admiring the magical sunsets of this idyllic destination. Its 47 m2 room and 31 m2 terrace allow guests to get in touch with natural surroundings by enjoying the tropical backdrop this location offers. Just a few steps away, guests will have direct access to the beach and a swing on the terrace.
*Please note: it's possible to add an extra bed for this suite type.
7 nights, arriving on 23rd October 2026
Change Dates
- All Inclusive
- £3,574.00ENQUIRE
- All Inclusive Premium
- £4,301.00ENQUIRE
Sunrise Water Villa
These villas, with 58 m2 interior and 27 m2 terrace, offer a secluded hideaway over the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Guests can enjoy magnificent views of pristine waters from their private terrace over the sea, instilling pure serenity in all who stay.
Each Water Villa offers the pleasure of direct access to the sea from a private staircase dipping into colourful reefs and life under the water. With all the comforts and more, these exclusive villas provide an unbeatable experience in a magical destination.
7 nights, arriving on 23rd October 2026
Change Dates
- All Inclusive
- £3,816.00ENQUIRE
- All Inclusive Premium
- £4,543.00ENQUIRE
Sunset Water Villa
This villa invites guests to indulge in sensational views of the Maldivian sunsets from the comfort of their own private terrace. With direct access to the sea, these over-water villas have a 58 m2 interior and a 27 m2 terrace with outdoor furnishings and sun loungers.
With all kinds of comforts, this villa allows guests to discover one of the most extraordinary holiday experiences in the world, with underwater world exploration directly from the stairs of the villa.
7 nights, arriving on 23rd October 2026
Change Dates
- All Inclusive
- £4,057.00ENQUIRE
- All Inclusive Premium
- £4,784.00ENQUIRE
Sunset Beach Suite with Pool
Each Sunset Beach Suite is just a few steps from the spectacular white sand beach and crystal clear turquoise waters. With the interiors spanning 56 m2, these villas invite guests to indulge in a luxurious stay with wide spaces that lead to a 58 m2 terrace with a private pool, swing, and direct access to the beach.
This beach suite is surrounded by idyllic tropical nature and has everything guests need for an authentic Maldivian adventure.
*Please note: it's possible to add an extra bed for this suite type.
7 nights, arriving on 23rd October 2026
Change Dates
- All Inclusive
- £4,403.00ENQUIRE
- All Inclusive Premium
- £5,131.00ENQUIRE
Swimming Pools
The resort has 2 magnificent swimming pools. The main pool is 37 meters long, making it the infinity pool of holiday-goers' dreams, famed for its stunning sunset views from its nearby hammocks or Balinese beds.
For those seeking deep tranquillity, the Lagoon Pool offers the key to calmness with its 250° panoramic infinity pool where guests can also enjoy activities such as yoga or pilates.
Both pools have sun loungers to offer guests maximum comfort.
Spa and Fitness Centre
To take care of the body and mind, the Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives hotel offers a magnificent Spa with 5 exclusive areas including a wide variety of treatments; plus a sauna, steam room, and relaxation areas.
The hotel also has a special space dedicated to guests who wish to receive on-site beauty treatments.
And for those who wish to keep in shape, guests can enjoy a gym with an indoor area for cardio (treadmills, elliptical, dumbbell area and weight machines), and an outdoor area for relaxation and stretching along with the extensive sports and class offerings.
Additional services
The Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives hotel offers its guests the following services:
Recreation room
Diving centre
Water sports
Boutique shop
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- Atoll Name
- South Ari Atoll (Alif Dhaal Atoll)
- Distance from Male
- 112km / 70mi
- Time from Male
- Seaplane30 mins
- House Reef from Shore
- No
- Groynes on Beach
- Yes
- Sea Walls in Lagoon
- Yes
- Age Range
- All ages
- All Inclusive Available
- Yes (buffet)
- Number of Restaurants
- 3
- Number of Bars
- 3
- Number of Beach Villas
- 70
- Number of Water Villas
- 30
- Island Dimensions
- 570 metres x 210 metres
- Island Area
- 95,000 square metres
- Island Density
- 1,357 square metres per land room