Maldives
Indian Ocean · Maldives
Best Months
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Rec. Nights
6 nights
Airports
MLE (Male)
Avg. Cash
$213 - $2,585/night
Best Value
2.6¢via Hyatt
Overview
The Maldives is the ultimate aspirational beach destination -- a chain of 1,190 coral islands grouped into 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean. With crystal-clear turquoise lagoons, pristine white-sand beaches, and some of the world's most luxurious overwater villas, it tops nearly every traveler's bucket list.
What makes the Maldives special for points travelers is the extraordinary value you can unlock. A week at a luxury Maldives resort typically costs $5,000 to $15,000 in cash, but savvy points users can book the same experience for as little as 150,000 Hyatt points -- representing some of the highest CPP redemptions available anywhere in the loyalty world.
Each resort occupies its own private island, offering a level of exclusivity that is unmatched. Whether you are seeking a romantic honeymoon, a family adventure with underwater discoveries, or simply a place to unplug, the Maldives delivers. The key is choosing the right resort and the right points strategy to maximize your value.
Cash vs Points
Hotels in Maldives range from $213 to $2585 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.58+ cents per point value.
Points Hotel Recommendations
15 properties in Maldives bookable with points, sorted by value
| Hotel | Program | Check-in | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Park Hyatt Hadahaa | Hyatt | 25,000 | $675 | 2.7¢ | May 22 | |
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa | Hyatt | 25,000 | $675 | 2.7¢ | May 22 | |
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives | Hyatt | 25,000 | $595 | 2.4¢ | May 22 | |
Angsana Velavaru | Accor | 16,832 | $387 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi - MGallery Collection | Accor | 30,371 | $699 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
SO/ Maldives | Accor | 28,244 | $650 | 2.3¢ | May 22 | |
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands | Marriott | 160,000 | $1,924 | 1.2¢ | May 22 | |
Patina Maldives, Fari Islands, a Member of Design Hotels | Marriott | 122,000 | $1,430 | 1.2¢ | May 22 | |
W Maldives | Marriott | 91,000 | $831 | 0.9¢ | May 22 | |
Amilla Maldives, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 180,000 | $1,428 | 0.8¢ | May 22 | |
Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa | Hilton | 155,000 | $938 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort | IHG | 170,000 | $968 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
Six Senses Kanuhura Maldives | IHG | 174,000 | $974 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
Huvafen Fushi Maldives, an SLH Hotel | Hilton | 190,000 | $1,042 | 0.6¢ | May 22 | |
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives | IHG | 51,000 | $251 | 0.5¢ | May 22 |
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Transfer Points Strategy
Find the best transfer path for your credit card points
Best Value
If you have Points:
Park Hyatt Hadahaa
Cost25,000 pts/night × 6n = 150,000 Hyatt
Value$4,050 ÷ 150,000 pts= 2.7¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have ALL Points:
Angsana Velavaru
Cost16,832 pts/night × 6n = 100,992 Accor
Value$2,322.78 ÷ 100,992 pts= 2.3¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:
The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands
Cost160,000 pts/night × 6n = 960,000 Marriott
Value$11,544 ÷ 960,000 pts= 1.2¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have Hilton Honors Points:
Amilla Maldives, an SLH Hotel
Cost180,000 pts/night × 6n = 1,080,000 Hilton
Value$8,570.1 ÷ 1,080,000 pts= 0.8¢
Transfer time: Instant
If you have IHG One Rewards Points:
InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort
Cost170,000 pts/night × 6n = 1,020,000 IHG
Value$5,808.3 ÷ 1,020,000 pts= 0.6¢
Transfer time: Instant
How to Earn Points for This Trip
The best hotels in Maldives use World of Hyatt, Accor Live Limitless (ALL), Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, and IHG One Rewards points. Here’s how to earn them:
Best Option
IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
IHG
$99
Annual Fee
140,000 IHG One Rewards points — transfers earns IHG One Rewards points directly
- 140K bonus points — enough for 3-5 free nights at many IHG properties
- Earn 26x total at IHG properties and 5x on travel, dining, and gas
- 4th night free on IHG award stays (saves 25% on 4-night bookings)
IHG One Rewards
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
Hilton
$150
Annual Fee
130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
- Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
- Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending
Hilton Honors
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Hilton
$550
Annual Fee
175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly
- Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
- Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
- Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend
Hilton Honors
Bilt Mastercard®
Bilt
$0
Annual Fee
earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels
- Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
- Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
- Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton
World of Hyatt
Marriott Bonvoy
IHG One Rewards
Hilton Honors
Chase Sapphire Preferred®
Chase UR
$95
Annual Fee
75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly
- Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
- Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
- 1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG
World of Hyatt
Marriott Bonvoy
IHG One Rewards
World of Hyatt Credit Card
Hyatt
$95
Annual Fee
60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly
- Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
- Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
- Automatic Discoverist elite status
World of Hyatt
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Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Getting There
MLE (Male)
Visa & Entry
Check your country's requirements
Budget
From $213/night
Packing Essentials
Pack for the climate
Cultural Tips
Respect local customs
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