It's hard to imagine a more luxurious spot on Earth than the Maldives-a series of small islands and ring-shaped atolls that sit in the Indian Ocean.
Resorts are opulent, remote and tailored to travelers who want to get away from it all in style. They're also expensive, (and not just the nightly resort rates).
Even after you pay for a pricey hotel and book your initial flights, you typically have to pay for private air or speedboat transfer to your resort; That alone can be $400 per person or more.
But, what if you could get at least your hotels for free? It's absolutely possible since there are numerous Maldives properties that belong to comprehensive hotel loyalty programs. Here are some Maldives hotels you can book with credit card rewards:
Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa
If you have a Hyatt credit card or points in the Chase Ultimate Rewards program, you may be able to book free nights at the Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa. This property sits on its own private island and boasts 50 beach and oceanfront villas, a reef with abundant marine life, amazing dining venues and all the comforts of home.
As a Category 6 hotel, you can book the Park Hyatt Maldives Hadahaa for 25,000 Hyatt points per night. You can also redeem free night certificates for your stay.
Holiday Inn Resort: Kandooma Maldives
This Holiday Inn Resort isn't like the ones you imagine at home. Sitting on a gorgeous island, Holiday Inn Kandooma Maldives offers amazing beach and waterfront villas along with special amenities for kids. You can book this hotel for only 40,000 IHG Rewards points per night.
Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort & Spa
The Sheraton Maldives is another gorgeous resort that features overwater bungalows, a private beach and a unique setting in the Maldives.
As an SPG property, you can book free nights here if you have the Starwood Preferred Guest card from American Express. Rooms start at 20,000 points per night.
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W Maldives
W Maldives is another SPG property that offers luxury and exclusivity in the Maldives.
The hotel features its own private reef, six gourmet restaurants and lounge bars, watersports and the overwater rooms made famous by the Maldives. Book a room here starting at 90,000 starpoints per night.
St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
The St. Regis Maldives is one of the most luxurious resorts in the area, offering its own private island, amazing overwater accommodations, outdoor dining options and ample opportunity for outdoor recreation. You can also book this resort for free, starting at 90,000 starpoints per night.
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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island features deluxe beach and overwater villas, romantic suites, world-class diving opportunities and mind-blowing scenery perfect for a special occasion or a honeymoon.
You can book this hotel for free, but it will set you back at least 95,000 Hilton Honors points-and potentially more if you're not traveling off-peak.
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