6 affordable resorts in the Maldives

A true bucket list destination, the Maldives is one of those places that is so eye-wateringly beautiful that it doesn’t really matter where you stay, just as long as you get there. A simple hammock under a palm tree could do the trick for most. Granted, for many of the hotels in the Maldives, luxury knows no bounds – multi-room villas are perched overwater, Maldivian lobsters are a menu mainstay and private butlers are considered an essential. Even within this lavish-style of accommodation, there are hotels that are cheaper than you think. Skip the caviar-and-Champagne addresses and the Maldives is home to a selection of under-the-radar gems, where smart hotels are made extra special given their tropical location. If you’re willing to book outside of the peak season – December to April – there are event greater savings to be had. Other savvy options including booking all-inclusive packages and opting for hotels that can be reached via speed-boat rather than expensive seaplanes. From bright and cheerful bungalows to all-singing and dancing resorts, these are our picks for the nicest affordable hotels in the Maldives.

Editor’s picks of the nicest affordable hotels in the Maldives