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Kanifushi Island, Maldives

Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort & Flights

9.8
Outstanding
112 reviews
Maldives All-Time Favourite: All-Inclusive Overwater Villas with Free-Flow Drinks & International Flights
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9.8
Outstanding
112 reviews
Handpicked inclusions
Direct return flights from Melbourne to Malé
Guaranteed early check-in and late checkout
Roundtrip seaplane transfers from Malé
Daily buffet breakfast
Daily lunch
Nightly dinner
Unlimited daily free-flow select drinks
Daily pizza
One upgraded beachfront dinner
One upgraded fine-dining Japanese dinner
One upgraded seafood meal
In-room minibar, replenished daily (non-alcoholic drinks)
Daily US$50 credit per adult and US$25 credit per child for subsequent dinner at Crab Shack, Kanusan or Arabian Grill
30% discount on drinks from the Premium & Exclusive Beverage Selection List
About the hotel

Leaving your worries at home isn’t just a saying – it’s the way you travel with Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives aboard an exclusive Luxury Escapes private charter flight. Skip the long layovers and land ready for paradise, with Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort as your ultimate destination. From the moment you arrive at the resort, flexible early check-in and late checkout around your scheduled flight give you instant access to every inclusion. From dining experiences to island adventures and five-star facilities, paradise is yours to claim.

There’s a reason this is one of our most-loved Maldives escapes: this extraordinary all-inclusive villa hideaway invites you to embrace luxury in the heart of paradise, surrounded by warm sands and the brilliant blue waters of Baa Atoll. Succumb to absolute indulgence on this once-in-a-lifetime escape to one of the world’s most spectacular destinations.

This property offers everything that you need for pure tropical island relaxation – indulge at four exceptional beachside restaurants or the resort’s two-story Beach Club, find your zen at the outdoor Yoga Pavilion and treat yourself to a spa treatment in one of 10 traditional huts at Fehi Spa, featuring an extensive wellness menu that’s sure to leave you feeling rested and rejuvenated.

The resort’s prime location on the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve provides a pristine setting for a myriad of water activities, from kayaking to windsurfing, paddle boarding and snorkelling. Love to keep fit? Practice your swing at the indoor golf studio, work up a sweat at the state-of-the-art fitness centre or embrace your creativity at the Art Studio.

Leaving your worries at home isn’t just a saying – it’s the way you travel with Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives aboard an exclusive Luxury Escapes private charter flight. Skip the long layovers and land ready for paradise, with Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort as your ultimate destination. From the moment you arrive at the resort, flexible early check-in and late checkout around your scheduled flight give you instant access to every inclusion. From dining experiences to island adventures and five-star facilities, paradise is yours to claim.

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Location

Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort
Kanifushi Island, Hithaadhoo, Maldives

Finolhu, a Seaside Collection Resort is located in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve. One of just 26 natural atolls in the Indian Ocean, its crystal-clear waters are protected from fishing and development, allowing a vibrant underwater ecosystem to flourish. Snorkel or scuba dive through reefs bursting with striking coral, multi-coloured fish and other sea life. The resort is located approximately a 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé - Velana International Airport (MLE).

Roundtrip domestic transfers from Malé via seaplane are included in your package. Baggage allowance for passengers is 20kg checked luggage and 5kg hand luggage per person. Any excess baggage will be charged at US$5 per kg, payable at the airport (subject to service charge and statutory GST).

Facilities

Fine Print

Valid for travel from 1 April 2026 until 31 October 2026.

Luxury Escapes Private Charter is operated by Maldivian and is subject to government and regulatory approvals.

Green Tax: Please note a US$12 Green Tax per person (2+), per night applies, payable directly to the resort.

Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.

7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.

Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking until 21 days prior to the original check-in date, however the following fees will apply: $995 per adult (12+) for economy class bookings, $795 per child (2-11) for economy class bookings; $2,995 for adults and children (2+) for business class bookings. The remaining balance, after deduction of the applicable cancellation fees will be refunded to your original payment or credit.

Cancellation can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. If refunded as credit, your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.

Please note this does not apply to flights (outside of your Melbourne to Malé return flight) booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).

Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service ONE date change in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges. Date change fees apply, refer to fare rules for details.

Your bundled package includes international flights and is subject to the airline’s fare rules and conditions. For details on cancellations, date or name changes, baggage allowances and other airline-specific terms, please see the full fare rules here.

This offer is not valid for residents of the following countries: United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Czech Republic, Denmark and The Netherlands. Thank you!

Please Note:

  • Please Note: The baggage allowance on your charter flight will be different to included baggage allowance on your transfer flight to the resort. Please be aware that luggage amounts exceeding 20kgs will incur an additional surcharge, payable directly to the airline.
  • Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
  • Guests are advised to bring their own snorkelling gear, however, sanitised gear is available for hire at the property.
  • Dining credit included in your package must be used during your stay. Any unused credit will be forfeited and is not transferable or redeemable for cash.
  • Alcoholic drinks are available only for adults aged 18 years and over. The resort reserves the right to refuse service of alcohol.
  • Children under the age of 12 eat only from the kid’s menu for free, additional food consumed will need to be paid for directly to the resort.
  • The a la carte menu at Beach Club, in-villa dining and destination dining are not included and will be charged as per consumption.
  • Please note that seaplane transfers are not included for additional guests.
  • For additional guests, seaplane transfers are US$774 per adult and US$464 per child, payable directly to the resort.
  • A maximum of two infants may stay in the Two-Bedroom Water Villa with Pool.
  • For the dolphin excursion (select packages only), sightings are not guaranteed. Advance booking required.
  • The Romantic Destination Dining experience (select packages only) includes a candlelit dinner on the beach, as well as champagne and chocolates at turndown. Advance booking required.
  • Oceaneers Kids’ Club is open daily from 10am to 6pm for children aged 4–11. Babysitting services for children aged 1–3 are available at a cost of US$25 per child, per hour.

Seaplane Transfers

Guests are required to send their international flight details to the resort at least seven days prior to the expected arrival day.

  • Return domestic transfers from Malé via seaplane are included in your package.
  • Seaplane transfers operate in daylight hours, between 9am and 3.30pm.
  • Luxury Escapes recommends that guests arriving outside seaplane hours arrange pre-booked accommodation in Malé for one night at their own expense.
  • Guests with a departure flight before 9am may be required to check out one night prior to departure date.
  • Baggage allowance for passengers is 20kg checked luggage and 5kg hand luggage per person. Any luggage that exceeds this limit will incur an additional surcharge, payable directly to the airline.
  • Any excess baggage will be charged US$5 per kg, payable at the airport (subject to service charge and statutory GST).
  • Guests must contact the resort at least seven days prior to arrival to organise transfers.

Standard All-Inclusive Package

Inclusions:

  • Daily breakfast at Beach Kitchen (excluding freshly squeezed juices).
  • Lunch and dinner at Beach Kitchen.
  • Pizza at Pizza Counter between 1pm and 10pm (one pizza per person, no takeaway).
  • One a la carte dinner at each of the following speciality restaurants: Crab Shack, Kanusan, Arabian Grill (prior reservation is advised to secure a table; certain dishes may be subject to a surcharge – details available are in the menus available in the restaurants). Please note that certain dishes at specialty restaurants may incur a surcharge.
  • For stays of 5–7 nights, succeeding visits to any of the specialty restaurants (available after the included dinners have been redeemed) receive the following non-cumulative credits: US$50 per adult per day for dinner; US$25 per child for dinner.
  • Daily unlimited standard alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the selected All-Inclusive Standard Beverage List, with all drinks served by the glass and available during bar and restaurant opening hours.
  • 30% discount on drinks from the All-Inclusive Premium List and Exclusive Beverage Selection List, with all drinks served by the glass only. Includes fresh apple, carrot, orange and watermelon juice.
  • Non-alcoholic beverages from the in-villa minibar are replenished once daily (all other minibar items are chargeable as per consumption).
  • Exclusions: Minibar items not listed above, drinks from Exclusive Beverage Selection List, items from Milk LAB, specialty dining, juices not listed above.

Premium All-Inclusive Package

Inclusions:

  • Daily breakfast at Beach Kitchen.
  • Lunch at Beach Kitchen or Crab Shack (reservations are advised to secure your table).
  • Dinner at Beach Kitchen, Kanusan or Arabian Grill (reservations are advised to secure your table).
  • Pizza at Pizza Counter between 1pm and 10pm (one pizza per person, no takeaway).
  • Daily unlimited premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the Selected All-Inclusive Premium Beverage List, with all drinks served by the glass and available during bar and restaurant opening hours.
  • 40% discount on drinks from the Exclusive Beverage Selection List, with all drinks served by the glass.
  • US$50 credit on each bottle of champagne or wine from the Exclusive Beverage Selection List.
  • Milk LAB cafe drinks and snacks, with a choice of homemade pastries, sandwiches, juices and freshly brewed coffees.
  • All drinks and snacks from the minibar, and the in-room wine cellar. Consumed items will be replenished once per day only.

Resort Dress Code

  • Beach Kitchen and Crab Shack: Swimwear and sheer clothing are not permitted.
  • Kanusan and Arabian Grill: Smart casual wear is required.

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.

Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.

Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.

Kids Fly Free Terms & Conditions
Kids (2–11 years) fly free on Maldives bundled packages only. Offer valid on packages purchased between 28 February – 29 March 2026. Not valid on standalone flights.
Valid for weekly departures and return flights with the following travel periods (unless sold out): 8 June – 21 June 2026 or 27 July – 20 September 2026. Economy class seats only. Green tax of $12 USD per person, per day is not included.
^Save over $1,000 per child is based on an average potential saving of $1,023 per child when booking flights bundled with accommodation. Subject to regulatory and government approval.
Reviews

9.8
Outstanding
112 reviews
Summary
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Finolhu offers a stunning, luxurious experience with exceptional service, breathtaking villas, and diverse dining options. Guests rave about the natural beauty, attentive staff, and unforgettable activities. While some mention wind and minibar limitations, the overall experience is highly recommended.
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