Indian Ocean Hotels & Resorts

A sprawling retreat overlooking a national marine park and ideally suited to families.

This small and welcoming beachfront hotel makes a charmingly unpretentious base for exploring picturesque La Digue.

A dazzling lineup of facilities make the large island of Kuramathi one of the Maldives’ most popular resorts.

Stylish Zilwa exudes Mauritian character and is the ideal place to discover and unwind.

A contemporary and luxurious retreat overlooking idyllic Passikudah Bay, ideal for snorkelling and diving.

A fusion of Dutch and Portuguese styles, The Fortress is stylish, luxurious and right on the beach.

A headlining eco-resort inspired by the London Wetlands Centre, this boutique retreat offers style and serenity.

An eco-friendly hotel which has been incorporated into its natural setting.

In a beautiful setting by a river on the edge of Kandy, this peaceful bolthole is a great base for exploring Sri Lanka’s second city.

A heritage-rich hotel in the hills of Nuwara Eliya that first opened in the late 19th century where you’re given a royal welcome.

Stay in an 1860s coffee planter’s manor perched on the forested hills above Kandy.

Slip away to this under-the-radar pocket of Kandy, surrounded by tropical gardens where birds and butterflies flutter in the trees.

Step into a world of private butlers and luxury accommodations for a memorable riverside stay.

This modern hotel, with beautifully landscaped grounds beside a broad golden beach, is an inviting spot to start or end your holiday.

Sri Lanka’s first Shangri-La resort brings a slice of Asian-inspired luxury to the island’s south coast.

A makeover of a classic property has brought an increased level of luxury to the Bentota coastline.

With spectacular coastal views and Bawa-influenced architecture, this idyllic boutique beach resort is an effortlessly romantic hideaway.

This secluded hillside boutique bolthole surrounded by nature offers an away-from-it-all atmosphere and exceptional customised service

Whisk away to a remote and verdant sanctuary where a former colonial planter’s bungalow has been reimagined into a tranquil retreat.

With its spectacular coastal setting, the chic and eco-friendly Jetwing Yala is the epitome of contemporary barefoot luxury.

Relaxation begins when the resort comes into sight along its driveway and only gets better from there.

On an unspoiled stretch of coastline close to Yala National Park, this tiny wilderness retreat offers a personalised safari experience.

A magnificent hotel, mind-bogglingly built on a 60-degree slope in the Ella Gap.

This all-villa island paradise has a privileged position within a national marine park.

Kandolhu is an exquisite isle with diverse dining and accommodation options that belie its tiny size.

A popular retreat catering for both couples and families with fantastic dining choices and activities.

An enchanting resort on the beautiful Passikudah bay with a rustic-chic design, spacious rooms and spectacular villas.

Escape the bustle of modern life in this barefoot-chic and eco-friendly hideaway between the jungle and the beach.

A distinctively designed eco-friendly hotel offering guests a glorious waterfront setting and welcoming service.

Beautifully restored tea factory in the Nuwara Eliya hills.

This stylish hotel offers a warm welcome, amazing food and an excellent beachfront location.

With its jaw-dropping views, exceptional service and lavish suites and villas, this exclusive resort is redefining luxury on the south coast.

Head off the beaten track to this under-the-radar Sri Lankan hideaway, where river meets the ocean.

A stylish hotel with a variety of facilities, attentive service and wonderful views.

This world-class hotel is the perfect mix of nature, style, service and facilities.

You’ll always only be a few steps from the sandy beach or crystal-clear waters of the lagoon at this luxury resort.

An island escape combining a chilled daytime vibe with a lively after-hours buzz and local flavour.

A beachfront stunner that will scoop you up and bring you back to life with sun, sand, sea and ice-cream.

A romantic and intimate getaway in a secluded cove-side setting on the island’s north coast.

With its stylish new look and laidback vibe, this recently upgraded beachside retreat will appeal to couples, friends and families alike.

Explore the Cultural Triangle from this tranquil lakeside lodge set in extensive wildlife-filled grounds.

Enjoy the best of both worlds in this serene hillside retreat a short drive from the heart of Kandy.

Contemporary architecture with clean lines and designed with a palette that mirrors the sparkling blue surroundings.

Relaxation is the order of the day at this leafy boutique retreat blessed with idyllic beaches and an impressive wellness offering.

In a prime position on Mauritius’ calm northwest coast, the fabulous sunsets alone are reason enough to have Le Méridien Ile Maurice on your shortlist. But there are oh-so-many more reasons besides…

One of the first resorts to be built on Passikudah Bay, this charming bolthole has a prime position on its stunning sweep of sand.

Sri Lankan-inspired design, Anantara’s renowned experience-focused luxury and a breathtaking setting await at this award-winning resort.

Enjoy a combination of modern architecture, great facilities and a wonderful natural setting.

Steeped in history, this hotel is on a stunning promontory overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Castaway vibes reign at this escape-it-all retreat, scattered across a tiny jungly island in the Indian Ocean.

Perfectly placed to explore the North Ari Atoll’s spectacular underwater world.

A revamped resort with two beaches and uber-cool interiors with a hint of African influence.

Exquisitely renovated from top to toe, Maradiva Villas Resort & Spa is a resplendent resort on the glorious west coast of Mauritius and in a prime spot to admire sultry Indian Ocean sunsets.

Tucked away in the island’s peaceful north-western corner, this intimate all-suite hideaway is perfect for rest and romance.

A laidback beach retreat with great food, friendly service and seasonal whale-watching opportunities.

Dhigali brings modern design, sustainable principles, and a family-friendly feel to the Maldives.

Popular Preskil is a modern resort on a private peninsula and is a perfect choice for families and couples.

Sitting between the mountain of Le Morne and a white-sand beach, this breathtaking resort has one of the best settings on the island.

In 1972, Kurumba was just a collection of huts on a beach. In the years since it’s evolved into a large resort that offers good value luxury.

Innovative and contemporary, family-friendly Long Beach is set on the exceptional beach of Belle Mare.

At the newest of LUX*’s Mauritius gems, there’s a focus on fun, wellbeing and relaxed, sun-kissed days.

An intimate resort providing a complete luxury escape, Baros is where style meets simplicity.

Enjoy understated African influences and a fantastic all-inclusive package.

With homemade bubblegum ice cream and a beach club vibe, expect a whimsical time on these paradise shores.

A serene boutique hotel set upon a granite outcrop surrounded by lush foliage overlooking the ocean.

This scenic cluster of Seychellois villas perched on stilts offers the best views of Beau Vallon bay.

This intimate, elegant retreat blends rustic-chic with contemporary style and is perfect for couples.

With classic Maldivian beaches and beautiful water villas, Athuruga is authentic yet cosmopolitan.

A laidback west-coast retreat with attentive service and beautifully renovated interiors.

Intimate and stylish, at Milaidhoo, it’s about enjoying the natural environment in the folds of fuss-free luxury.

Backing a stretch of coral beach, this relaxed all-inclusive resort is known for its welcoming service.

A breathtaking property with five renovated planters’ bungalows set throughout a working tea estate.

A unique and luxurious property that combines local influences with the traditional décor of an African safari lodge.

Settle into the laid-back lifestyle of Cinnamon Dhonveli.

A beautifully restored colonial mansion surrounded by gardens and paddy fields.

Wild by name, wild by nature… this Cinnamon property is secluded and perfectly placed for wildlife adventures.

An unspoilt and wonderfully informal island hideaway with excellent diving and snorkelling.

Chic and contemporary, Velassaru appeals to style-hunters and seclusion-seekers.

Designed to look like a village at one with nature, this low-key retreat is close to the beautiful Habarana Lake.

Surrounded by a shallow lagoon, the two islands that make up Cinnamon Hakuraa Huraa are the epitome of tropical bliss.

A contemporary and peaceful retreat close to one of Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife reserves..

Constance Moofushi has masterfully matched Robinson Crusoe vibes with all-inclusive pampering.

A laid-back hotel on the island’s east coast with unbeatable service and a playful atmosphere.

A popular large resort on one of Mauritius’s most spectacular beaches, with impressive facilities.

A stylish and idyllic hideaway set amid vast, luxuriant tropical gardens with freeform pools.

This is a charming and serene property – perfect if you are seeking a great-value beach holiday.

This elegant and colonial-style resort has a beautiful beach-front setting and a focus on wellbeing.

Set on a spectacular mile-long beach, this well-established resort has a great range of facilities.

Traditionally Mauritian in style and delightfully peaceful, this resort has an unbeatable setting.

Managed by Shangri-La, exceptional service is the focus at this signature Mauritius resort.

This tranquil, good-value resort fuses natural beauty with a cool design for a wonderful Mauritian escape.

This freshly renovated classic resort has a relaxed vibe and is set on one of the island’s best beaches.

An intimate and romantic retreat with a sublime setting and renowned Oberoi service.

Adults-only hotel with charming thatched buildings, unique experiences and romantic dining.

Once a grand private home, this is a delightful base for discovering Sri Lanka’s ‘Little England’

What better place in the world for a you-focussed wellbeing journey?

This award-winning boutique mountain resort has a beautiful tranquil setting on a historic tea plantation.

Cool and contemporary but wonderfully down to earth, this Italian-owned and subtly Asian-inspired retreat is one of our new favourite islands.

Sand-floor bars and thatched open-air restaurants lend a casual and unpretentious feel to this large and popular island.

Fun and lively with plenty to do, Kuredu is an excellent choice for active types.

A calm and serene island where every villa has a private pool.

Naturally elegant, this family-welcoming hideaway island has beautiful pool villas and delicious food and wine.

Wander along one of the Maldives’ longest sandbank and soak up the lively atmosphere at this cool Baa Atoll hideaway.

Serene and intimate, this island is the epitome of Robinson Crusoe-style luxury.

A relaxed and intimate resort, well placed for nearly 50 dive sites and pure escapism.

There are so many opportunities to create your own Maldivian experiences across tropical twin islands – Chill and Play.

A laid-back all-inclusive resort with a beachy and contemporary style

Cast adrift in the relatively undeveloped Raa Atoll, Reethi Faru is a private island retreat where the natural beauty takes centre stage.

There’s a refreshingly uncomplicated approach on this small island. A single restaurant, one bar, and just one type of accommodation keep things utterly simple.

A great value, all-inclusive island resort with a natural feel.

A low-key family-friendly resort with a super relaxed mood and lots of local excursions.

This vibrant resort has a show stealing underwater restaurant and ocean views from every room.

This enchanting, eco-friendly island comes with ocean-facing bungalows and is known around the world for its exceptional diving.

This modern island hideout ticks all the boxes for families, honeymooners, and friends alike.

A laid-back and fuss-free island with good food and fantastic snorkelling and diving.

Adults-only, all-inclusive Hurawalhi is a place to slow the pace, ditch the shoes, dine under the sea and sleep over the waves.

Emerald Maldives is sustainably savvy and supremely dreamy, with a fantastic all-inclusive package.

The Standard celebrates all that’s playful and downright cool, with hip restaurants, eye-popping interiors and watersports galore.

This stylish, serene and welcoming beachside refuge provides an authentic taste of the Seychelles without breaking the bank.

With its focus on laidback luxury, and its flexible accommodation and dining options, this intimate beachside property is an enviable grown-up hideaway.

This beautiful boutique retreat is just steps from one of Mahé’s best beaches and has a great-value all-inclusive upgrade.

An all-villa retreat covering 40 acres in an unrivalled setting on the Seychelles island of Praslin.

An out of the ordinary travel experience made extraordinarily easy. On the edge of wilderness, this is off-grid glamping for adventurous souls who want to leave just a gentle footprint.

In 2025, W Maldives emerged from a glamorous top-to-toe renovation, re-establishing it as one of the most sought-after resorts in the Maldives.

Set back from an unspoilt beach, this appealing Anantara resort has a remote feel and an enviable setting next to the Blue Bay Marine Park.

An inspired choice for family groups, these beautiful villas offer privacy and independence but with the benefits of two five-star resorts close at hand.

Cocooned in a tranquil beachside coconut grove, this refined and characterful boutique resort is made for romantic breaks.

This exclusive mountain retreat, surrounded by tropical gardens within The Black River Gorges National Park, is one of our best-kept secrets.

Serene and stylish while holding sustainability and the environment at its core, this contemporary resort is just across the road from one of the most beautiful beaches in Mauritius.

This exceptionally elegant resort is in a peaceful spot, ideal for relaxing getaways. But offshore, watersports await on the calm lagoon or out on the waves

You’ll find Tropical Attitude on Mauritius’ east coast, where soft sea breezes ruffle the palms that shade white sand beaches.

This spacious modern hotel is a welcoming city-centre bolthole with an excellent variety of restaurants and bars.

A modern oceanside hotel with incredible dining options at the heart of a growing commercial centre

Surrounded by gardens, Wallawwa is a little pocket of tranquillity, under an hour’s drive from Colombo

A glass hotel that sparkles on Colombo’s skyline

Arriving at Maniumpathy in Colombo’s Cinnamon Gardens district is a step back in time. You’ll enter the hotel through its grand entrance and be greeted by vintage-style furnishings, Jaffna touches, and a historic ambience.

An eco-focused hotel with just 20 cabanas on the beautifully wild south-east coast of Sri Lanka.

We love this small-but-perfectly formed hideaway a few miles north of surfing hotspot Arugam Bay.

This is a place for long lost afternoons and paperback novels on blonde-white sands. A luxury ‘leave your shoes at home’ experience that’s mellow, mindful and perfect for post safari R&R.

A former merchant’s house turned charming boutique hotel, arranged around a lovely open-air central courtyard.

This boutique hotel has villa accommodation, picture-perfect gardens and Sigiriya views.

A peaceful oasis in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle with rural surroundings and Sigiriya views.

A central setting with incredible views of Jaffna around almost every corner at this popular city hotel.

Surrounded by unspoiled mountain scenery, this boutique resort is a haven of tranquillity and home to Sri Lanka’s first destination spa.

Tucked away in forested folds, there’s an incredible sense of calm at Goatfell. With just four bedrooms, this is as boutique as it gets, too.

This is that place. The one where they talk about the breathtaking views and they really turn out to be breathtaking. The one where you sip Ceylon tea with singing birds and swim alongside mountains.

From its hush-hush hilltop setting, this beautiful seven-bedroom boutique hotel watches over the colourful chaos of Kandy.

The ideal spot for some restorative downtime close to the airport to bookend your Sri Lankan adventure.

The scent of sunscreen, the taste of sweet papaya and sipping from king coconuts are all on the horizon at this pocket-sized heart-stealer.

The mood at Malabar is barefoot bohemian hideaway meets Vogue. On the south coast, between jungle and ocean, it’s meditation, margaritas and designer villas with private pools.

Feel gently removed from the rest of the world at this canopy-skimming Dutch-owned boutique hotel up in the hills. Welcome to the jungle.

See the Sri Lankan bush the luxury way. Indian Ocean views and safaris with five star reviews. Villas with private pools and a wild beach location where elephants sometimes wander.

Perfect harmonisation of the Indian Ocean and the jungle.

This eco-friendly boutique is the only address you need for chance to see Udawalawe’s elephants.

This is the holiday you shouldn’t miss in one of Sri Lanka’s most untouched places. Adventure, space and the possibility of watching elephants swimming.

Nine Skies has a knack of leaving you spellbound. This is go-slow territory where one day rolls dreamily into another as you swim with glorious views and discover the tonic to urban life.