The eternal Maldives dilemma. We break down exactly what each accommodation type offers — and which is right for your trip.
If you've spent any time researching a Maldives holiday, you've almost certainly encountered this question. Overwater bungalows are the iconic image of Maldives travel — those wooden structures on stilts with glass floor panels and ladders descending directly into the lagoon. Beach villas, meanwhile, offer a different but equally compelling proposition: direct sand access, more natural privacy and in many resorts, larger garden spaces.