Lily Beach Resort & Spa, Maldives

Reached by a 25-minute seaplane transfer from Malé, the stunning Lily Beach Resort & Spa is located in beautiful Ari Atoll close to some of the Maldives' finest dive sites. What's more, the resort pioneers the concept of 'affordable luxury', offering a great value premium all-Inclusive plan, which includes everything from live entertainment and water sports to a la carte dining and premium drinks. It's a concept that extends to the resort's stylish villas, too, with premium mini bars refreshed daily with beer, soft drinks, water and snacks. 

Great care was taken when refurbishing the resort to create a modern feel, but with Maldivian architecture, which blends in harmoniously with the beautiful natural surroundings. The villas themselves are nestled amid lush vegetation, dotted along the sandy shoreline or, for something extra special, built on stilts over the water with private decks, plunge pools and uninterrupted views across the endless blue of the Indian Ocean.

The dining, too, is nothing short of superb, with a seemingly endless array of options – both à la carte and buffet – showcasing flavours from around the world. Choose between seafood extravaganzas and beachside barbecues, or treat yourself to a freshly caught lobster, perfectly spiced and served al fresco as the sun sinks below the horizon.  

And, between meals, there's plenty to keep you entertained, with a wide range of activities including diving, snorkelling, tennis and a number of water sports. Or, if you prefer to simply relax, pull up a sun lounger alongside one of the resort's pools or head to the spa for a treatment.