Joy Island Hotel  

On Kasanfaru Island (Meerufenfushi), steps from the Indian Ocean and near Full Moon Beach. Close to Male Fish Market and the Maldives Islamic Centre, about 10 km from the city center. This all-inclusive, family-friendly hideaway mixes island calm with Art Deco flair.

Art Deco touches meet bright island style across 151 individually decorated guestrooms. Rooms feature Smart TVs, minibars (some complimentary items), safes, desks, daily housekeeping and bathrooms with bidets and complimentary toiletries. The hotel wraps around a private beach and offers a full spa center for massages, body treatments and facials.

Soak in an outdoor pool, hit the fitness center or dive with the on-site diving club. Two beach bars, two lounges, a coffee shop and picnic/barbeque areas keep the vibe relaxed. Concierge, tour desk, laundry/dry cleaning, babysitting (surcharge) and airport transfers (surcharge) keep things easy — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head straight for the sand.

2906 sq ft (270 sqm) of event space with a conference center and meeting rooms, plus complimentary wireless internet, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Dine at one of four restaurants including The Market for international cuisine, grab snacks at the coffee shop/cafe, or order 24-hour room service. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30–9:30. Two bars and two beach bars keep cocktails flowing.