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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Maldives vs Velaa 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
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Maldives
7 / 10
20117
From $950 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Thatch-roofed overwater villas, butlers and a sparkling lagoon make up this palm-studded paradise island." Full review
Oyster Oyster
5.0
"It’s hard to top Taj Exotica when it comes to food, romantic atmosphere, and convenience." Full review
Lonely Planet 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 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
Velaa Private Island
7 / 10
20221
From $2,000 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
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Lonely Planet 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 Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"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 Condé Nast Traveler
Gold List
"Editor's Pick: Hot List 2017." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"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 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