Have we found a luxe paradise in the Maldives that really suits all the family?
Well, we think we may have! Stress-free holiday – TICK. Perfect balance of relaxation, and activities for all – TICK. All-inclusive with no hidden cost – TICK.
If you’ve been dreaming or planning a Maldives holiday to suit every member of the family, or looking for a luxury family escape where everyone from toddlers and teens and parents seeking a little pampering – feels included and welcomed in equal measure. Then look no further than OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI. A resort where generosity is standard and offers not just out-of-this- world luxury, but as much adventure or ease as you want. From private-pool villas with waterslides to dedicated kids’ clubs and endless adventures for all ages, OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI transforms a Maldives holiday into a family dream come true. Here’s just a few reasons Junior thinks we have found the perfect luxury family getaway…
1. Stylish & Comfortable Villas Made for Families
Villas are so thoughtfully positioned – you’ll feel like you have been tucked into your own secluded corner – as you are unlikely to see another family for miles. Of course, being surrounded by endless turquoise horizons and soft white sands helps, but each residence is really your own private retreat with indoor/outdoor living spaces, WiFi and flatscreenTVs, decks with sofa beds, loungers and beanbags, a private pool, and on selected villas waterslides – that drop directly into the lagoon or ocean – a massive hit with children of all ages. What you’ll get is luxury, togetherness – and, most importantly space. There is multi-bedroom villas for larger and multi-generational families – or, for the ultimate in luxury there is the Royal RESERVE (which can host 6 adults and 3 children or 6 adults from £10k).
The villas options include beach front and over water accommadation:
Earth Pool Villas (Sunset & Sunrise views) – Spacious room with king size beds, outdoor tubs, and beach access. Ideal for: 3 adults & 1 child or 2 adults & 2 children
Earth Pool Pavilion (2BR) – As above but with twin beds and an L-shaped pool. Ideal for: 4 adults & 1 child or 3 adults & 2 children
Earth Pool RESERVE (2BR) – A luxurious two-storey sanctuary with 1 king bed and twin beds, a lap pool, a dedicated Hiyani (butler) and in-villa dining. Ideal for: 4 adults & 1 child or 3 adults & 2 children
Earth Pool RESERVE Sunset (3BR) – A idyllic hideaway that instantly feels like home with twin beds, 2 king beds, L shaped pool and exclusive services including a Hiyani (butler), a buggy, and a special-in villa dining service. Ideal for: 6 adults or 4 adults & 2 children
Ocean Pool Suite (with or without pool)– These private over-water villas are just what you dream of when you think of the Maldives. Ideal for: 3 adults & 1 child or 2 adults & 2 children
Ocean Pool RESERVE with Slide (2BR) – These villas are set on their own secluded wooden jetty for the ultimate in privacy and space. With two-bedrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, overwater hammocks, pool and sunset views. Ideal for: 3 adults & 1 child or 2 adults & 2 children
Earth Pool Villa master bedroom
Earth Pool Pavilion
A twin bedroom in the Earth Pool Pavilion
Ocean Pool Suite living room area
Ocean Pool Suite bedroom
Ocean Pool Suite with slide
A two-bedtoom Earth Pool RESERVE Sunset
Lounge area Earth Pool RESERVE Sunset
A 2- bedroom Ocean Pool RESERVE Sunset villa
A 3- bedroom Ocean Pool RESERVE Sunset villa
2. Stress-Free Family Dining (yes, really!)
The RESERVE™ Plan is all-inclusive which means all meals, drinks (and champagne, wine and cocktails), and activities (more on that below) on the resort are included – with multiple restaurants, kid-friendly options, and themed experiences – parents are actually free to relax and focus on fun, not arguing over what’s for dinner and dare we say, will make eating together as a family on holiday a joy!
Families can enjoy all-day dining, fresh foods and snacks at the beach front and cosy inside tables at Vista Del Mar. Here you can enjoy all-day, buffet-style dining with hot and cold stations like gourmet cheese, delicatessen, and a patisserie table not to be missed. Even the fussiest of eaters will fine something here! Sangu Beach Restaurant (and beach bar) is the place for middle-eastern foods and an inspiring cocktail menu, and for pool snacks, ice-creams and sundowners head to Ozar.
For evenings the stylish, yet child-friendly restaurants range from modern European meals at Origine – with a selection of tables set over the water. This is the place to try wine and champagne with the resident sommelier on hand to help you decide. The lush garden like setting at Saffron offers a Zen dining experience and delightful IndianThalli plates (don’t miss the Butter Chicken and the Paneer Makhan Wala), and the pan-asian dishes at Soyi at so moreish that you’ll wish you holiday was longer just to be able to dine here again. Try possibly the best-ever Thai Red Prawn Curry, the Wok Fried Lotus Root and the Dim Sum.
Easy family friendly all-day dining...
Vista del Mar offers Champagne breakfasts, live stations, and global influences.
Your first bite will likely be here the arrival jetty is near here – and, sadly your last chance to eat and drink before you leave the island. Farewell cocktail- oh, go on then!
For a sundowner or nightcap – head here for music and DJ’s, plush sofas and a circular bar.
For evening meals without the fuss...
For families that like to eat early – catch a sunset at Origine which has wonderful tables set over the ocean.
The SaffronThalli plates loaded with mini bites, curries and rice – great for sharing and to encourage children to try new flavours.
Soyi is a intimate restaurant over 2 floors is ideal for lovers of Chinese, Thai and Japenese.
3. The Largest Kids’ Club in the Maldives
Boasting the the largest kids’ club in the Maldives. For children aged 3–12 years, the Kuda Koli Kids’ Club means they have their own vibrant space to play, learn, and make friends – while parents enjoy some well-earned relaxation (a spa day, or one of those cocktails we keep mentioning!). Tweens can enjoy their own dedicated space with age-appropriate games and activities.
With daily, age-appropriate activities from 9am – 6pm each day, the kids club offers a mix of free play, morning workouts, pool area and toddler splash pool (with cute mini sun loungers and beach towels no less), a sandy park play area and climbing frames, and a regular rotated schedule that include activities for example like:
- Paper plate lion-making, cookie decorating, and photo frame crafting.
- Coconut leaf origami, coconut painting, and sand art.
- Water-based fun including Marco Polo in the pool, water balloon piñatas and supervised swim sessions.
- Nature rides, treasure and scavenger hunts, football
- Creative games like Uno challenges, colourful tree making, and cinema time.
GOOD TO KNOW: There is always at least three team members supervising activities at all times. A Babysitting services are also available upon request (additional charges apply)
The Kuda Koli Kids’ Club at OZEN
Free play and supervised activities mean children can play, relax and make friends.
The cutest mini sun loungers we ever did see!
Indoor and outdoor areas with plenty of shade mean kids can play safe in the sun.
Complimentary bicycles (including child seats) for all the family make getting around the resort and island a little easier.
4. Land Activities for all ages...
The best part of a island holiday is doing as much, or as little as you and your family enjoy. The resort is vast so getting around is made easy – you can order a buggy via your butler, or explore the island at your own pace with the complimentary bicycles (including child seats) that are perfect for family rides along sandy paths – and, a must if you are far out in an Ocean villa. They even come with a name ‘number plate’. Why not finish up a bicycle ride with a gourmet sandbank picnic – part of the Dine by Design packages.
Keep the kids busy with activities including: cooking classes, educational island treasure hunts, and eco golf sunset jetty driving range. For those who want to enjoy the water (read more below) but don’t want to get wet, or for younger children a semi-submarine explorations is just the ticket – the large windows allow you to view the kaleidoscopic coral reefs and diverse marine life below.
Explore the vibrant depths of the Maldives in our semi-submarine offering an unforgettable adventure beneath the turquoise waves of paradise. without the hassle of getting wet. For fishing enthusiasts you can also head out on sunset or big game fishing expedition.
If wellness is your bag the overwater gym will make that workout a little more scenic, get outside on the open tennis court, or for a more zen like start the yoga pavilion set in the spa area will bring some inner wellbeing. Speaking of the ELE|NA Elements of Nature Spa – not only do you get daily treatment included in your RESERVE package (like the Coral Calm Massage – a slow, nurturing massage with aromatic oils focussed on back, shoulders and scalp), you can book in for guided meditation, tai chi, island jogging, face mapping and sound healing. The spa has recently started using the luxury, organic brand Voya from Ireland.
GOOD TO KNOW: The spa welcomes young adults aged 12+ to indulge in age-appropriate treatments and access the facilities, meaning teens can enjoy a little indulgence alongside their parents.
A gym with a view…
The zen like spa at OZEN
You won’t lose your bicycle here!
Make easy memories with a pre-arranged family picnic
5... And, water based fun for toddlers to teens
The ocean isn’t of course just a backdrop to your island adventure – it’s the main event for water babes. The island’s spectacular house reef, encircling nearly the entire shoreline, means you’re never far from a snorkelling adventure – as the shallow waters make it ideal for those who have never snorkelled before or for beginners (Junior can absolutely recommend this as our editor – has much to her own embarrassment – has never had the confidence to snorkel ever, and did it here for the first time!)
More curious explorers the resort’s five-star PADI-certified Best Dives Centre offers professional courses, certifications, and private guided expeditions. Guests can explore some of the region’s rare coral reefs, weave through ocean caves, discover exotic marine life, and may even encounters sea turtles, manta rays, stingrays and on rare occasions, whale sharks.
The complimentary non-motorised water sports include kayaking, pedal boating, stand-up paddle boarding, catamaran sailing, and windsurfing – all perfect for a relaxed day of family fun. Motorised options include Sea Bob, jet skiing, water skiing, wakeboarding, fun tubes, banana boat rides, and flyboarding.
If you don’t have a private pool at your villa, there is of course the main pool which includes an L-shaped pool near the guest house and a 15-meter lap pool. If however you do have a pool you may want to indugle in a Floating Breakfast – it will honestly blow kids mind that they can have food in the pool (although you may want to limit the pastries!). A vast tray of pastries, fruits, cold cuts, options like like smoked salmon bagels and overnight oats are hand delivered to your pool by your butler. An Instagram/TikTok/Snapchat -worthy start to everyones day.
GOOD TO KNOW: For guests’ safety and comfort, all water sports, diving, and excursion experiences are exclusively operated by the resort – ensuring the highest standards throughout.
A Floating Breakfast is sure to delight younger guests.
Snorkelling in the House Reef is great for beginners and young children.
What will you spot with the many watersports and underwater experiences?
"As a first time visitor to the Maldives - and OZEN Resorts I can honestly say I have never been on a trip where I have been made to feel so welcome. The genuine attention to detail, warmth and level of service is an absolute credit to this resort. The family-focused atmosphere - from the spacious villas to the attentive butlers who really do go the extra mile - is why the return visitor rate is so high. A uber-luxe and premium holiday for families seeking a mix of relaxation and adventure - without any stress."
Junior Fact File
Book Direct:
It’s easy to book direct to THE OZEN COLLECTION, with every stay including luxury boat transfers, as well as a luxury stay – all you need in addition is a flight to Velana International Airport, Male.
Overnight rates at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI start from USD 1,650, based on two sharing at Earth Pool Villa with RESERVE™ Plan, including complimentary luxury catamaran transfers from Velana International Airport.
Inspiring Travel:
Alternatively, plenty of UK tour operators sell both resorts and can offer flight-inclusive packages. Most guests tend to opt to stay in one resort, but you are of course able to combine both if you wish.
Inspiring Travel offers a seven night stay at OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI from £5,928 per person, two sharing an Earth Pool Villa (beach) on an ultra all inclusive basis and including return flights from London Heathrow and luxury catamaran transfers.
