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Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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Overwater bungalows with access to the sea, connected by a curving walkway.
Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside tables, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
Relax on the ocean-view deck with lounge chairs, a small table, and a thatched roof overhead.
Relax by the infinity pool surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.
Relax and socialize in this inviting lounge area with comfortable seating and a bar.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar
  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
The current price is AU$2,332
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug

Room options

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Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite)

Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite)

Highlights

Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Rainfall showerhead
  • 114 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Beach)

Villa (Sunset Beach)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Water)

Villa (Sunset Water)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Villa (Sunrise Beach)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Water)

Villa (Water)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Day bed
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • 85 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sunset Suite Villas With Pool

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sunset Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sunset Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sunrise Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Sunrise Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Bodufinolhu Island, Bodufinolhu Island, South Ari Atoll, 20209

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Restaurants

  • Eats And Beats
  • Vani Coffee Shop
  • Maaniya Restaurent
  • Zero Restaurant
  • Main Bar, Sun Island Resort And Spa

About this property

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

Luxury hotel on a private island
Take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a free daily manager's reception at Barceló 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 deep-tissue 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. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as beach volleyball, kayaking and boat tours. In addition to a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a lifeguard on site
  • A free beach club on-site, beach towels and a gift shop
  • Concierge services, beach umbrellas and massage treatment rooms
  • A porter/bellboy, multilingual staff and a paddleboard on-site
Room features
All 100 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers, baths or showers and free toiletries
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Electric kettles, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

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

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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 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

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

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: MVR 182.58 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 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
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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 Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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

As of 16 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives on 15 Aug 2025 start from AU$960.20, including 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 Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives?

This property doesn't offer parking.

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

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at noon.

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

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

Where is Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bodufinolhu Island hotel is steps from Ari Atoll.

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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 all around, will come back again 😉
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

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

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

Maldives experience at the best, However, food options in dining is limited compared to similar resorts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

Everything
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

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

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

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

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

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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