Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, MaldivesvsVelaa Private Island
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa and Velaa Private Island are both rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is preferred by most reviewers compared to Velaa Private Island. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa comes in at 80 with approval from 4 publications like Oyster, Jetsetter and Condé Nast Traveler.
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives
Tablet
Jetsetter
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
20117
From $950/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
Tablet18.0
"Some have plunge pools, which is an impressive bit of engineering, and fantastically, charmingly redundant, a decadent folly, but one that must be experienced to be believed." Full review
Jetsetter "Thatch-roofed overwater villas, butlers and a sparkling lagoon make up this palm-studded paradise island." Full review
Oyster5.0
"It’s hard to top Taj Exotica when it comes to food, romantic atmosphere, and convenience." Full review
Lonely Planet "Within easy striking distance of the airport, yet still feeling wonderfully secluded and exclusive, this elegant, understated resort is all about quiet luxury and indulgence." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"It's ideal for those craving peace and quiet, where villages with palm-thatched roofs and wood finishes on the exteriors and floors all come with panoramic Indian Ocean views." Full review
Velaa Private Island Lonely Planet
The Telegraph Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
Forbes Travel Guide Condé Nast Traveler
20221
From $2,000/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "The island is a stunner; a perfect circle with beach all the way around, perched above a wide circular reef. There are 43 rooms." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Velaa Private Island is a Maldives hotel offering an astonishingly good restaurant, private pools, white sand beaches, and a range of activities, including tennis, golf and watersports." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Editor's Pick: Hot List 2017." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A tiny, private Maldivian island that manages to fit 45 villas, nine golf tees and the largest wine and Champagne collection in the country." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Velaa has become a byword for personal attention and ultimate luxury...this impressive place is the personal creation of a Czech couple who turned their private-island fantasy into a business." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"A visit to Velaa Private Island is like escaping to another
world. Surrounded by pristine turquoise waters, the private island hideaway sits
tucked away in Noonu Atoll, 116 miles north..." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Splash out on a secluded villa that is only accessible by boat, such as the Romance Residence at Velaa Private Island"
National Geographic
