Think Bubble Tents, Parasailing Arrivals & Sleeping Under The Stars
In this edition of Unique Stays, the focus is on some of the Indian Ocean and Caribbean’s most distinctive and design-led accommodations. From transparent bubble domes in the Maldives to treehouses overlooking the ocean, and underwater suites with reefs just beyond the window, these stays offer clients imaginative alternatives to the traditional beach escape.
Maldives
Sirru Fen Fushi
🏕️ Safari Beach Villa with Pool
This tropical retreat takes glamping to the max, combining beachside elegance with jungle-inspired design. It features rustic-chic interiors, a private pool, and direct access to a sandy beach. A personal villa host is available to assist with guests’ needs.
Amilla Maldives
🌴 Treetop Villas
Amilla’s Two Bedroom Treetop Villas sit high above the canopy, combining contemporary design with a natural setting. Each villa features an infinity pool and open-air living spaces, offering clients a private retreat with a sense of understated luxury.
Conrad Maldives Rangali
💙 The Muraka Underwater Residence
The Muraka residence is a marvel: a two-level suite with an entirely submerged master bedroom. Guests can sleep surrounded by marine life and wake to the dance of reef fish above their heads. A bucket-list stay perfect for VIP clients who think they’ve seen it all.
Seaside Finolhu
🫧 Beach Bubble Tent
For the truly adventurous, Finolhu’s Bubble Beach Tent offers a fully transparent night under the stars, set alone on a private sandbank. Think glamping with champagne and privacy that’s second to none. Perfect for honeymoons or once-in-a-lifetime proposals.
.Here Baa Atoll
🌟 Smallest Luxury Resort
.Here Baa Atoll is the newest ultra-luxury resort and private island in the Maldives. The sophisticated lifestyle brand will offer one of the most intimate luxury experiences in the world, featuring just nine exclusive villas, each accessible from thier own private berth and jetty.
Milaidhoo
✨ Sleep Under the Stars
Milaidhoo offers couples a private overnight stay on a secluded sandbank. Complete with a four-poster bed, sunset cruise, private dining, and full villa-style amenities supported by an anchored yacht or dhoni, it is an exclusive experience of total privacy beneath the stars.
Scuba Spa
🛥️ Luxury Liveaboard
Scuba Spa’s award-winning yachts blend world-class scuba diving with luxurious spa treatments, gourmet dining, and yoga. With spacious accommodations, a dedicated crew, and a commitment to sustainability, every journey promises relaxation and adventure for divers and non-divers alike.
Seychelles
Cosmoledo Eco Pods
🌿 Remote Atoll Retreat
Far from the tourist trail, these solar-powered eco pods on Cosmoledo Atoll are for those chasing the last frontiers. Think castaway luxury: rustic elegance, world-class fly-fishing, and zero light pollution. Ideal for nature lovers, anglers, and conservation-minded clients.
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Mauritius
Constance Prince Maurice
🌊 Overwater Villas
The only resort in Mauritius offering authentic overwater bungalows, these thatched villas hover over a calm, fish-filled lagoon. With private sundecks, sophisticated Mauritian décor, and easy access to fine dining and wine cellars, they offer old-world charm with a modern twist.
Sri Lanka
Gal Oya Lodge
🐘 Off the Grid Wilderness
One of Sri Lanka’s best-kept secrets, Gal Oya offers a safari lodge experience with minimal environmental impact. Set within 20 acres of private forest, it’s one of the only places where guests can boat safari with wild elephants swimming alongside. A must for wildlife-focused itineraries.
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Caribbean
Ladera, St. Lucia
🏞️ Open-Wall Luxury
Perched between the Pitons, Ladera offers unrivaled views with suites that open to the mountains and sea. Featuring private plunge pools, hand-carved furnishings, and natural materials, it’s eco-luxury immersed in Saint Lucia’s iconic landscape.
Geejam, Jamaica
🎶 Music-Lover’s Hideaway
Set in rainforest above the Caribbean near Port Antonio, Geejam blends boutique luxury with Jamaican soul. Each villa showcases artistic flair, with plunge pools, sleek design, a private beach, and optional use of the on-site music studio – perfect for those seeking culture, rhythm, and authenticity.
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Hum Beyond
Kisawa Sanctuary
🔨 Architectural Innovation
A groundbreaking blend of local craft and cutting-edge tech, Kisawa is where cultural preservation meets barefoot ultra-luxury. The villas are constructed with sand-and-sea composites and blend seamlessly into the dunes. A pioneering property for eco-conscious clients with a taste for design.
Six Senses Zighy Bay
🪂 Paraglide into Paradise
For clients who like a dramatic arrival, Six Senses Zighy Bay offers the chance to paraglide into the resort from a mountaintop. Combine that with rustic stone villas, private pools, and world-class wellness – and you’ve got an experience that starts with a literal high.