Six Senses Laamu enjoys a secluded location on its own private island, Olhuveli Island, in the Laamu Atoll. The resort is located approximately a 65-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé. The resort can only be reached by a mandatory seaplane transfer, available at an additional cost (payable directly to the resort). Please contact the resort directly to book your transfer (see Fine Print for more details).
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Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Special instructions
Guests must transfer via Airplane or floatplane to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Full board and Half Board rates do not include beverages. Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 65 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 7 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Trans Maldivian Airways/Maldivian Air Taxi only during daylight hours between 9 AM and 3 PM. Guests arriving after 3 PM or departing after 9:30 AM from Male 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. The additional fee (payable at the property) covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
Mandatory
You’ll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 450
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 225 (from 6 to 11 years old)
- New Year’s Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 550
- New Year’s Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 275 (from 6 to 11 years old)
- Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 1199 (roundtrip)
- Floatplane transfer per child: USD 700 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
- Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 726.88 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
Optional
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 145.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
No elevators
By ocean
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
Guest will receive an email before arrival 7 days
Professional property host/manager
- No departures allowed on the 30 and 31 December 2025
- Compulsory Christmas Eve Gala Dinner: For stays on 24 December, an additional surcharge of USD450 per adult (12+) and USD225 per child (6–11) applies for the compulsory Christmas Eve Gala dinner. Payable directly to the resort. Children 5 years and under do not have an additional surcharge.
- Compulsory New Year’s Gala Dinner: For stays on 31 December, an additional surcharge of USD550 per adult (12+) and USD275 per child (6–11) applies for the compulsory New Year’s Gala dinner. Payable directly to the resort. Children 5 years and under do not have an additional surcharge.
Know Before You Go
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian’s room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Please note cancellation policies vary depending on the rate selected, please choose your package carefully. See full booking terms and conditions
Update 9 September 2025 10.30am AEST: Changes to the price of the compulsory Christmas Eve and New Years Eve gala dinners.
Update: 11th December 2024: As per the amendments to the Tourism Act issued by the Maldivian Government, applicable to all travellers arriving in the Maldives from 1 January 2025, the green tax payable by travellers upon arrival at hotels (including tourist resorts, tourist hotels, hotels, tourist guest houses, tourist vessels) has been increased from USD 6.00 to USD 12.00 per person per day.
Update 30 July 2024, 2.35pm AEST: Gala information and departure restrictions updated.
Update 11 June 2024, 1pm AEST: Seaplane transfer pricing and service information has been updated.
Update 29 February 2024, 4.15pm AEST: Included transfer pricing and service information has been updated in Fine Print.
Update 6 July 2023, 12pm AEST: Included transfer pricing and service information has been updated in Fine Print.
See full booking terms and conditions.
Package Inclusions: Inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking confirmation for details. Please note package inclusions for extra guests vary depending on the rate selected, please choose your package carefully.
Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
Seaplane Transfers:
- The resort is located approximately a 65-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). The resort can only be reached by a mandatory seaplane transfer, available at an additional cost (payable directly to the resort).
- Effective 17 June 2024, transfers from Malé will be via seaplane only.
- On arrival at the airport, a resort representative will meet you and escort you to the seaplane terminal for your onward journey. You can relax in the lounge while you wait for your connecting seaplane flight.
- Seaplanes are customised for water landing; their flying hours are restricted to daylight hours by the Aviation Authority of Maldives. Same-day transfers are guaranteed to all guests who arrive into Malé airport by 3pm. For departing guests with flight departures after 9.30am, please be reminded that check-in time is 2pm and checkout time is at 12pm. If you are planning on arriving at the resort early or leaving late, please contact the resort to request an early check-in or late checkout.
- Baggage allowance is 20kg and 5kg hand luggage. Any excess baggage is chargeable at a cost of US$5 per kg, payable directly at the airport. Please note that depending on the aircraft load, there is a possibility that excess luggage cannot be carried on the same flight and may follow on a separate flight at a later stage. Kindly note that the excess baggage is chargeable irrespective of whether or not the luggage is on the same flight or a later flight.
- All international flight details and all guest names as listed in their passport must be advised by email at least 7 days prior to arrival. Please contact the resort directly at reservations-maldives@sixsenses.com to arrange.
- All transfers are subject to tides, weather conditions and the seaplane company’s terms & conditions.
- All transfer information is subject to change. Please contact the hotel directly to confirm transfer details before you depart for your escape.
Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
Luxury Escapes reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply.
*Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.
Instructions
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Special instructions
Guests must transfer via Airplane or floatplane to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools. Full board and Half Board rates do not include beverages. Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 65 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 7 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Trans Maldivian Airways/Maldivian Air Taxi only during daylight hours between 9 AM and 3 PM. Guests arriving after 3 PM or departing after 9:30 AM from Male 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. The additional fee (payable at the property) covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
Mandatory
You’ll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 450
- Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 225 (from 6 to 11 years old)
- New Year’s Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 550
- New Year’s Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 275 (from 6 to 11 years old)
- Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 1199 (roundtrip)
- Floatplane transfer per child: USD 700 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
- Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 726.88 per person, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
Optional
- Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 145.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Pets not allowed
Service animals not allowed
No elevators
By ocean
Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
Guest will receive an email before arrival 7 days
Professional property host/manager
- No departures allowed on the 30 and 31 December 2025
- Compulsory Christmas Eve Gala Dinner: For stays on 24 December, an additional surcharge of USD450 per adult (12+) and USD225 per child (6–11) applies for the compulsory Christmas Eve Gala dinner. Payable directly to the resort. Children 5 years and under do not have an additional surcharge.
- Compulsory New Year’s Gala Dinner: For stays on 31 December, an additional surcharge of USD550 per adult (12+) and USD275 per child (6–11) applies for the compulsory New Year’s Gala dinner. Payable directly to the resort. Children 5 years and under do not have an additional surcharge.
Know Before You Go
- Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the resort prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian’s room, using existing bedding.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Please note cancellation policies vary depending on the rate selected, please choose your package carefully. See full booking terms and conditions
Update 9 September 2025 10.30am AEST: Changes to the price of the compulsory Christmas Eve and New Years Eve gala dinners.
Update: 11th December 2024: As per the amendments to the Tourism Act issued by the Maldivian Government, applicable to all travellers arriving in the Maldives from 1 January 2025, the green tax payable by travellers upon arrival at hotels (including tourist resorts, tourist hotels, hotels, tourist guest houses, tourist vessels) has been increased from USD 6.00 to USD 12.00 per person per day.
Update 30 July 2024, 2.35pm AEST: Gala information and departure restrictions updated.
Update 11 June 2024, 1pm AEST: Seaplane transfer pricing and service information has been updated.
Update 29 February 2024, 4.15pm AEST: Included transfer pricing and service information has been updated in Fine Print.
Update 6 July 2023, 12pm AEST: Included transfer pricing and service information has been updated in Fine Print.
See full booking terms and conditions.
Package Inclusions: Inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking confirmation for details. Please note package inclusions for extra guests vary depending on the rate selected, please choose your package carefully.
Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
Seaplane Transfers:
- The resort is located approximately a 65-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport (MLE). The resort can only be reached by a mandatory seaplane transfer, available at an additional cost (payable directly to the resort).
- Effective 17 June 2024, transfers from Malé will be via seaplane only.
- On arrival at the airport, a resort representative will meet you and escort you to the seaplane terminal for your onward journey. You can relax in the lounge while you wait for your connecting seaplane flight.
- Seaplanes are customised for water landing; their flying hours are restricted to daylight hours by the Aviation Authority of Maldives. Same-day transfers are guaranteed to all guests who arrive into Malé airport by 3pm. For departing guests with flight departures after 9.30am, please be reminded that check-in time is 2pm and checkout time is at 12pm. If you are planning on arriving at the resort early or leaving late, please contact the resort to request an early check-in or late checkout.
- Baggage allowance is 20kg and 5kg hand luggage. Any excess baggage is chargeable at a cost of US$5 per kg, payable directly at the airport. Please note that depending on the aircraft load, there is a possibility that excess luggage cannot be carried on the same flight and may follow on a separate flight at a later stage. Kindly note that the excess baggage is chargeable irrespective of whether or not the luggage is on the same flight or a later flight.
- All international flight details and all guest names as listed in their passport must be advised by email at least 7 days prior to arrival. Please contact the resort directly at reservations-maldives@sixsenses.com to arrange.
- All transfers are subject to tides, weather conditions and the seaplane company’s terms & conditions.
- All transfer information is subject to change. Please contact the hotel directly to confirm transfer details before you depart for your escape.
Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.
The property, facilities and dining are subject to government regulations and restrictions. Please check the property website for the most up-to-date information as some of the services may be impacted.
Luxury Escapes reserves the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply.
*Images are for illustrative purposes and may not be reflective of the package purchased. See individual offers and packages for details.