Gili Lankanfushi is an over-water resort that combines barefoot luxury and unparalleled relaxation. Perfect for couples looking for an intimate ambience with incredible personalised service, experiential dining, holistic and aquatic adventures.
Highlights
Gili Lankanfushi has a strong environmental conscience and awareness, so you can enjoy your relaxation with a clear conscience!
Try a sushi-making class at lunchtime and revel in learning a new skill whilst eating delicious sushi.
Immerse yourself in the sea views below whilst luxuriating in a treatment at The Meera Spa.
Enjoy the outdoor cinema which shows films Mondays and Thursdays, or opt for a private viewing any other day of the week.
Gili Lankanfushi (formerly Soneva Gili) was the first all over-water villa resort in the Maldives and continues to lead the way with its palatial villas-on-stilts. There is a total of 44 villas plus the vast Private Reserve. All are crafted in a traditional style from natural materials and offer roof-top and over-water sundecks, featuring open air bathrooms, luxurious daybeds and a personal entertainment centre. Some of the villas at Gili Lankanfushi are accessed by walkways and for the ultimate privacy others can only be accessed by personal boat. Gili Lankanfushi has a casual atmosphere, the food is superb and nothing is too much trouble for your personal Man Friday.
The interior decoration has been devised to recreate a natural habitat, using sustainable woods, natural materials and traditional fabrics, whilst still offering all the modern day amenities and creature comforts of true luxury. At Gili Lankanfushi the utmost care has been taken in developing the island with respect to its ecological balance.
Dining experiences include a romantic, moonlit dinner on the deck of your villa, a sunset champagne cruise on a traditional dhoni, or dinners in the underground Gourmet Cellar - the settings are as memorable as the cuisine. From the fine wines to the excellent malts, Gili Lankanfushi has achieved a reputation for providing guests with unique dining experiences.
When to visit
Book a Crusoe Residence for the ultimate seclusion and privacy, separated from the main island you need a boat to reach your villa!
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Travel:22 Dec 25 - 22 Dec 26
Villa Suite
Sleeps: 2 people
Located over-water either side of a jetty, the villa suite has a large over water sundeck, a hidden rooftop sundeck with a day bed and dining area and a large open-air living room also with daybeds and a dining area. The room is 210 sq m in total and is equipped with an open-air private bathroom with separate glass walled shower area as well as indoor facilities.
Crusoe Residence Island View
Sleeps: 2 people
Secluded for total privacy, Crusoe Residences stand alone in the water and are only accessible by private motorised boat or by pontoon boat shuttle. Crusoe Residences have a private water garden, open-air bathroom. They have large sundecks, and a large air-conditioned living room with two large day beds and a dining table this room can be converted to an additional bedroom. The residence has a total area 250 sqm
Gili Lagoon Residence
Sleeps: 2 people
Spread over a generous 210sqm, the Gili lagoon villas all face west offering incredible sunset views. With two floors, these one bedroom over water villas offer a spacious downstairs living area and bedroom, a large sun deck with steps into the Indian Ocean. Upstairs an expansive terrace is perfect for watching the world go by and romantic stargazing at night.
Family Villa
Sleeps: 2 people
The Family Villas occupy the west facing jetty, offering truly jaw dropping views of the stunning Maldivian sunset. Spread across 350sqm, with two bedrooms, these villas provide a true escape, located next to a deserted palm island for that complete castaway experience.
Villa Suite with Pool
Sleeps: 2 people
With open air living and an infinity pool, the Villa Suites with pool allow for a beautifully private experience for those who want to immerse themselves in solace, and with a footprint of 264sqm, you will have plenty of space to spread out on.
Fishing
Gili Lankanfushi is a short 20-minute boat ride from Male, the capital of the Maldives. It is a tiny coral island in a sparkling lagoon, with jetties threading across the water out to spacious villas.
10-hour 30-minute direct flight to Malé International Airport, followed by a 20-minute speedboat transfer to the island.
The Ultimate Barefoot Escape
Let the Maldivian magic melt away your stress. Enjoy the ultimate pamper-and-refresh escape, starting at Gili Lankanfushi with their wonderful spa, taste-sensation dishes and exceptional service. Then head to Six Senses Laamu to re-energise yourself.
