Set in a wide lagoon on the south west of Thaa Atoll, COMO Maalifushi is endowed with so much lush vegetation, you may be forgiven for thinking the island is uninhabited.

In fact, it’s only the overwater villas extending beyond the island’s 800 metres and the odd tell-tale thatched roof piercing the island’s jungle canopy that give hint to what awaits. Sixty-six luxurious-yet-uncomplicated rooms, suites and villas are equally split overwater and within the tropical island interior; with three Beach Villas complete with private pools and secluded gardens that are particularly family friendly.