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Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

5.0 star property

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Front of property
Villa (Sunset Water) | Terrace/patio
Sports facility
Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Spa

Explore the area

Map
Bodufinolhu Island, Bodufinolhu Island, South Ari Atoll, 20209
  • Dhigurah Beach
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach
  • Vakarufalhi Island Beach

Room options

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Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Villa, Private Pool (Sunset Suite)

  • 1227 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Beach) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Villa (Sunset Beach)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Sunset Water) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Villa (Sunset Water)

  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Villa (Sunrise Beach)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa (Water) | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Villa (Water)

  • 915 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sunset Suite Villas With Pool

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sunset Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sunset Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sunrise Water Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Sunrise Beach Villa

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bodufinolhu Island

When you stay at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives in Bodufinolhu Island, you'll be steps from Ari Atoll. .This beach hotel is within the region of Thun'di and Dhidhoofinolhu Marina.

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Eats And Beats
  • Vani Coffee Shop
  • Maaniya Restaurent
  • Zero Restaurant
  • Main Bar, Sun Island Resort And Spa

About this property

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Smart televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A private beach and a health club are featured at the hotel. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 100 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. After dipping into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools, you can spend some time at the private beach. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
All-inclusive rates are available at this hotel. Meals and beverages at onsite dining establishments are included in all-inclusive rates. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.

Grab a bite at Sea Salt - Main Restauran, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
Sea Salt - Main Restauran - Onsite buffet restaurant.
Aqua – Specialty Restaura - This fine-dining restaurant overlooks the ocean. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Breeze – Pool Restaurant - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Magical – Pool Snack Bar - This bar specializes in Mediterranean cuisine. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Kids club

Entertainment

Onsite live performances
Theme parties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua – Specialty Restaura
  • Breeze – Pool Restaurant
  • Magical – Pool Snack Bar
  • Sea Salt - Main Restauran

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycles
  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Free beach club
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping mall
  • Snorkeling
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 6 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance

More

  • 1 floor
  • 100 buildings
  • Built in 2023
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Electrical adapters
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 72 hours before their expected arrival. Contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. Daily transfer service is offered by Trans Maldivian Airways between 6 AM and 4 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane fee at check-out.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: MVR 185.05 per person, per night
  • Destination fee: MVR 92.72 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 1 year of age.
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: MVR 6524 (roundtrip)
  • Floatplane transfer per child: MVR 4298 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Barcelo Whale Lagoon Maldives
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Hotel
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Bodufinolhu Island
Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Hotel Bodufinolhu Island

Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iurii

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Baraa Mohamed Al, Jeddah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Maldives experience at the best, However, food options in dining is limited compared to similar resorts.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posto meraviglioso, ogni cosa è stata perfetta. Personale gentilissimo e disponibile. Ristorante ottimo . Camera bellissima, spaziosa con bagno all’aperto splendido. Un sogno!
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Impossibile trovare un difetto!! Location mozzafiato, Sunset beach Villa top, bagno meraviglioso, ristorante curato, pulitissimo buffet sempre in ordine e cucina ottima, tra le migliori trovate in villaggi! Personale sempre sorridente e gentile dal primo all’ultimo, non menziono nessuno per non dimenticare qualcuno!! Ottima organizzazione con idrovolanti e collegamenti con aeroporto, zero stress!! Consiglio di controllare minuziosamente le maschere del diving prima di prenderle in dotazione, ma nulla che ci abbia rovinato una delle nostre vacanze migliori! Non si sbaglia se si sceglie questa struttura per rilassarsi e fare pace con il mondo!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

AKIKO

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel sur une île privée, très bon accueil, services au top. Nourriture variée et de qualité. Cependant options de restauration en extra très chères tout comme les boissons. Villa pilotis au top, chambre confortable. Globalement un bon séjour, juste dommage qu'au départ l'hydravion fut en retard. On a donc attendu pour rien dans le hall de l'accueil au lieu de profiter du lieu. Un déjeuner pour patienter aurait été un geste commercial appréciable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024