Underwater Hotels: Waves above and wonders below

Location:

Rangali Island, Maldives

Highlights:

Ready for an unforgettable escape in paradise? Conrad Maldives Rangali Island lets you choose between two gorgeous islands, with everything from beach villas to glass-walled underwater dining experiences that feel like a dream.

We Recommend This For:

Honeymooners, luxury travelers, divers, and anyone craving the ultimate island getaway with world-class dining and pampering.

What We Love:

Villas with private island hosts, panoramic undersea dining at Ithaa, and luxe touches everywhere from spas to open-air cinema nights.

• Stay in stunning Beach or Water Villas, Deluxe Villas, or Beach Suites—many with floor-to-ceiling windows, ocean views, and private island host service.
• Relax with feather pillows, chaise lounges, duvets, plush slippers, and seating areas designed for total comfort.
• Dine 16 feet below sea level at Ithaa Undersea Restaurant—enjoy a six-course dinner or four-course lunch surrounded by 180-degree coral reef views.
• Enjoy access to eight restaurants, four bars, two spas, and an open-air cinema under the stars.
• Explore via the watersports and dive centers, or shop the on-site boutiques after a workout in the well-equipped fitness center.

Address:

Rangali Island, Maldives
Phone: +96-06-68-06-29

Location:

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Highlights:

If you’re dreaming of a stay where underwater dining and record-breaking waterparks are just part of the experience, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai delivers a fantasy-worthy escape with five-star flair and family-friendly fun.

We Recommend This For:

Families, couples, luxury travelers, and anyone looking for iconic Dubai experiences wrapped in world-class amenities.

What We Love:

Over-the-top rooms with sea views, 23 restaurants (including two underwater!), a massive waterpark, and Imperial Club perks that redefine VIP treatment.

• Stay in Deluxe Rooms with balconies, walk-in showers, mini bars, free Wi-Fi, and options for sea or Palm views.
• Upgrade to an Imperial Club Room for private check-in, personalized concierge service, and access to the Imperial Club Lounge with complimentary meals and drinks.
• Dine at 23 restaurants, including Ossiano and Poseidon Café—both offering underwater views of the Ambassador Lagoon.
• Play at Aquaventure Waterpark, home to record-breaking slides, and enjoy unlimited access as a hotel guest.
• Unwind with indulgent treatments at ShuiQi Spa or a session in the state-of-the-art fitness center.

Address:

Crescent Road, Dubai
Phone: +9-71-44-26-20-00

Romantic Underwater Hotels:

Location:

Pemba Island, Tanzania

Highlights:

Looking for a once-in-a-lifetime stay with your own underwater bedroom? Manta Resort offers tropical seclusion, barefoot luxury, and a floating private island unlike anything else in the world.

We Recommend This For:

Honeymooners, underwater adventurers, couples, and travelers looking to truly disconnect in paradise.

What We Love:

The world-famous Underwater Room, personalized dining options, stunning views from every corner, and the total serenity of Pemba Island.

• Stay in the one-of-a-kind Underwater Room—a floating private island with a submerged bedroom, sun deck, and water-level dining/lounge area.
• Choose a Sea Front Villa for more traditional luxury with secluded terraces and king-sized beds, or a Garden Room for family-friendly comfort.
• Relax at the Kipepeo Spa, or swim, sunbathe, or stargaze in ultimate tranquility.
• Dine wherever you like—on your private deck, the main verandah, the beach, or poolside—with locally inspired, fresh cuisine.
• Explore with curated packages like safaris, honeymoons, or the Pemba Explorer for the perfect island escape.

Address:

Psv-zanzibar Estate, Pemba Island, Tanzania
Phone: +25-57-76-71-88-52

Location:

Niyama, Maldives

Highlights:

Whether you're craving total relaxation, a family getaway, or underwater dining in paradise, Niyama Private Islands Maldives has it all—with luxury villas, Subsix (their iconic underwater restaurant), and enough activities to keep everyone enchanted.

We Recommend This For:

Families, couples, underwater dining enthusiasts, and luxury travelers seeking privacy, pampering, and beachfront adventure.

What We Love:

Butler-serviced villas with private decks, Subsix’s chandelier-lit underwater views, and a blend of gourmet dining, thrilling water sports, and family-friendly fun.

• Stay in beach or water villas with king beds, gourmet-stocked fridges, Bose sound systems, LED TVs, and optional private pools or outdoor whirlpools.
• Upgrade to the Family Beach Pavilion with three bedrooms, spa room, two pools, and private living/dining space—or book The Crescent for larger groups (up to 14 adults + 8 children).
• Dine at Subsix, the stunning underwater restaurant, or enjoy global cuisine from Africa, Asia, and the Americas across multiple fine dining venues.
• Play with dolphins, jet skis, wakeboards, and snorkeling gear, or unwind at Lime Spa for massages and treatments in paradise.
• Bring the Kids to the resort’s dedicated children's club packed with fun activities while adults enjoy time alone.

Address:

Niyama, Maldives
Phone: +96-06-76-28-28

Unique Underwater Hotels:

Location:

Sentosa Island, Singapore

Highlights:

Looking for a stay that includes underwater views, luxury service, and access to world-class attractions? Resorts World Sentosa offers an entire resort destination in one place—highlighted by its one-of-a-kind Ocean Suites that let you sleep next to 40,000 marine creatures.

We Recommend This For:

Families, couples, luxury seekers, and travelers who want immersive experiences right outside their suite door.

What We Love:

The split-level Ocean Suites with floor-to-ceiling aquarium views, private whirlpools, and personalized butler service—plus instant access to waterparks and attractions.

• Stay in one of 11 exclusive two-story Ocean Suites featuring private underwater views, upper-level patios, outdoor whirlpools, and sunken indoor tubs.
• Relax with Simmons “Cool Max” beds, 400-thread-count linens, two 50” plasma TVs, iHome docks, Nespresso machines, and deluxe bath amenities.
• Enjoy round-the-clock personalized butler service, in-room dining, and luxury extras like slippers, electronic safes, and dry cleaning.
• Explore nearby attractions like the S.E.A. Aquarium and Adventure Cove Waterpark with exclusive guest ferry service included.
• Unwind at the Beach Villas’ swimming pool or work out at the ESPA gym, both available to Ocean Suite guests.

Address:

8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa Island, Singapore
Phone: +65-65-77-88-88

Location:

Key Largo, Florida

Highlights:

Ever dreamed of spending the night under the sea—without flying across the globe? Jules' Undersea Lodge in Key Largo is your chance. It’s the only underwater hotel in the U.S., and you dive 21 feet to get there!

We Recommend This For:

Adventure seekers, diving enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a once-in-a-lifetime underwater experience that won’t break the bank.

What We Love:

SCUBA diving to your room, round windows with fish views, and the quirky combo of underwater lodging with a pizza dinner.

• Stay underwater in a cozy retro-style habitat with round 42-inch viewing windows and serene views of lagoon life.
• Dive 21 feet below the surface to access the lodge—certified SCUBA divers only, or take a Discover SCUBA course on arrival.
• Relax with comfy beds, hot showers, a stocked kitchenette, books, movies, and music—all while fish swim past your windows.
• Choose from a short three-hour visit with a pizza lunch or a full overnight stay complete with pizza dinner, snacks, and drinks.
• Enjoy a completely unique experience just 2 hours from Miami, inside the Key Largo Undersea Park.

Address:

51 Shoreland Drive, Key Largo, Florida
Phone: 305-451-2353

Location:

Kihavah Huravalhi Island, Baa Atoll, Maldives

Highlights:

If your idea of paradise includes ocean-view villas, underwater dining, and stargazing from a private island, Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas is calling your name. Surrounded by coral reefs and turquoise waters, this is the Maldives at its most magical.

We Recommend This For:

Honeymooners, luxury travelers, stargazers, and couples seeking once-in-a-lifetime island experiences both above and below the sea.

What We Love:

The SEA underwater restaurant, floating breakfasts, private pools, and the Maldives’ only island-based observatory for nighttime sky adventures.

• Stay in one of 80 ultra-private beach or overwater villas and residences, many with infinity pools, open-air bathrooms, and direct lagoon access.
• Dine at SEA, the resort’s all-glass underwater restaurant—an unforgettable setting surrounded by vibrant marine life.
• Explore the house reef right offshore with guided snorkeling or diving adventures in the UNESCO-listed Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve.
• Indulge with in-villa floating breakfasts or signature spa treatments against the backdrop of the ocean.
• Gaze at the stars through the Maldives’ only island observatory with an on-site Sky Guru for guided celestial experiences.

Address:

Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas, Kihavah Huravalhi Island, Baa Atoll, Maldives