Six Senses' Maldivian property in the Laamu Atoll — 97 villas on a private island with Earth Lab programming and direct reef access.
BrandSix Senses
DestinationMaldives
RegionIndian Ocean
Price TierTier 2 ($2k-$5k)
SettingIsland resort
Best ForWellness-focused couples seeking structured programming beyond typical resort spas, families with older children who want reef access, repeat Six Senses guests collecting Indian Ocean properties.
PrivacyHigh
ServicePersonalized, Attentive Service
ButlerHigh
Private PoolYes
Built2011
Renovated2020
Six Senses Laamu opened in 2011 in the Laamu Atoll, the brand's Maldivian outpost positioned south of the more densely developed North Malé and Ari atolls. The property runs 97 villas across four categories — Ocean Water Villas, Beach Villas, Lagoon Water Villas, and the signature Laamu Water Villas
Key Features
Private beachfront villas
World-class spa and wellness center
Multiple dining options
including overwater restaurants
Sustainable practices and eco-friendly initiatives
Diverse water sports and activities
Kids club and family-friendly amenities
Diving and snorkeling opportunities in vibrant coral reefs
Dining
Leaf
Zen
Longitude
Chill Bar
Sip Sip
Signature Experience
Snorkeling the house reef at dawn before the day-trip boats arrive — the Laamu Atoll's southern positioning means fewer competing properties and clearer water.
Laamu Atoll positioning away from the North Malé resort clusters, with Six Senses' Earth Lab and wellness programs executed at Maldivian scale. The reef access is direct from villas rather than requiring boat transfers.
Signature Suite: Laamu Water Villa with Pool
Expansive deck with private pool, panoramic ocean views, direct lagoon access
Accolades
Best Hotel in Asia, Ranked No.7 on Travelers Choice Awards, Indian Oceans Responsible Tourism Award 2025, Nominated for Worlds Responsible Tourism Award 2025, Nominated for Maldives Leading Dive Resort 2025, Times Worlds Greatest Places of 2026
