We stayed at Lily Beach from 19th Nov - 30th Nov 2009. Having originally booked to go to Centara we were pleased with how quickly Destinology got us onto this island. Flight We flew with Sri Lankan airlines as we wanted a direct flight. Flight out there was empty so ended up having 3 seats to ourselves and had a... more

We have just returned from a wonderful holiday at Lily Beach. We flew on the new BA direct service from London Gatwick (really excellent) and were met at Male and very efficiently given our labels with room number on when checking in for the seaplane. We were transferred to the seaplane terminal where Lily Beach have their own lounge. Here... more

The gorgeousness of the place and the amazingly beautiful ambiance/villlas were its only redeeming features. They single-handedly moved the overall rating from terrible to okay. We'd booked ourselves into the deluxe, over-the water villas for 3 nights, and the 4th night was a free stay. It was an all-inclusive Platinus Plus package - all you can eat and drink. The... more

Had an overwater bugalow which is definitely worth the extra. The beach and lagoon villas are a bit dark and small. Plus points; The best food I ever tasted Fish feeding in the evening wating the sting rays fight for food Swimming in crystal clear water Flight in water taxi to hotel (pilots in shorts and barefeet) Negative points Room... more

Lily Beach is utter paradise. And one that won’t sting you with a massive bill when leaving. I arranged to take my mum away for her 60th birthday in July, budgets being tighter this year; I was worried that I’d not find something special enough. I was keeping an eye on the web and came across a mention in The... more

Lily Beach Resort and Spa Another fabulous holiday in the Maldives Getting too used to the Maldives Islands they just spoil you for anywhere else! Lily Beach Resort this time. Only one week and booked 6 weeks before we went. The resort was refurbished earlier this year so the rates were ‘promotional rates’ – expensive none the less! Firstly the... more

Myself and my partner had booked Centara were changed by Kuoni 3 days before travel due to its non completion to Lily Beach. Having been to the Maldives before Lily Beach didnt disappoint. The platinum all inclusive plan was a fantastic concept as all cocktails, mini bar, snorkelling equipment and premium drinks were inclusive. The room was immaculate and loved... more

Living in Dubai i wanted to supprise my wife with a short getaway and selected Lily beach. What a pearl we found. It was all we expected and more. The platimum plan which means all your normal activites are covered as well as food and drinks worked well to leave you to sit back and relax. The staff were always... more

Just got home today after 2 weeks at Lily Beach Resort, what a great place. We had a family beach villa for myself, husband, our daughter and her 2 sons (17 and 7) and we all had a great time. Read the last few reviews and can only agree with the superlatives, the reef was great and we all loved... more