Here’s a curated list of top luxury resorts in the Maldives — widely regarded for extraordinary service, villas, dining and unique experiences. They’re listed in no particular order, with a short highlight and what each is best known for.

• Soneva Jani — iconic over‑water retreats with retractable‑roof master bedrooms, waterslides and a strong sustainability ethos; great for families and long stays. (soneva.com)
• Velaa Private Island — ultra‑private island with exceptional facilities (including a golf academy and fine‑dining options); excellent for privacy and bespoke experiences. (velaaprivateisland.com)
• Cheval Blanc Randheli — LVMH luxury, refined design, Michelin‑level dining and discreet service; top pick for high‑end, fashion‑house luxury. (chevalblanc.com)
• One&Only Reethi Rah — expansive island, large villas and varied dining; popular with families and guests wanting lots of on‑island facilities. (oneandonlyresorts.com)
• The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort — dramatic architecture, signature St. Regis butler service and spectacular overwater residences. (marriott.com)
• Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi — multi‑island resort with grand villas, culinary experiences and strong luxury‑hotel service. (waldorfastoriamaldives.com)
• The Ritz‑Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands — contemporary design, large private villas and extensive dining options; strong family and wellness programming. (fari-islands.com)
• Patina Maldives (Fari Islands) — design‑forward resort on the Fari Islands, noted for artful design, wellness and modern dining. (fari-islands.com)
• JOALI (JOALI Maldives / JOALI BEING) — art‑and‑design led properties (including a wellbeing‑focused island); great for art lovers and wellness seekers. (joali.com)
• Gili Lankanfushi — barefoot‑luxury approach, intimate over‑water villas and a celebrated sustainability ethos; ideal for couples seeking relaxed luxury. (vanityfair.com)
• Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru — marine‑conservation focus (Baa Atoll UNESCO biosphere), top dive programs and excellent family/wellness offerings. (fourseasons.com)
• Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa — classic Four Seasons service, surf and family activities; a long‑standing favorite for couples and families. (fourseasons.com)
• Six Senses Laamu — eco‑luxury, sustainability initiatives and a relaxed vibe in a remote atoll; great for environmentally conscious travelers. (maldives.com)
• COMO Maalifushi — excellent surfing, wellness and understated Asian‑influenced design; good for couples and active travelers. (comomaalifushi.net)
• Conrad Maldives Rangali Island — famous for the Ithaa undersea restaurant and The Muraka (underwater residence); unique novelty experiences and good dining. (conradmaldives.com)
• The Nautilus — very small, highly personalized private‑island experience (only a few villas); superb for absolute privacy and bespoke stays. (thenautilusmaldives.com)

Notes that may help you pick:

• Best for couples/honeymoons: Soneva Jani, Gili Lankanfushi, The Nautilus, Cheval Blanc. (soneva.com)
• Best for families: Soneva Jani, One&Only Reethi Rah, Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru. (soneva.com)
• Best for diving/marine life: Four Seasons Landaa Giraavaru (Baa Atoll), Conrad Rangali Island, Six Senses Laamu. (fourseasons.com)
• Best for wellness: JOALI BEING, COMO Maalifushi, Four Seasons properties. (joali.com)

If you’d like, I can narrow this to a top‑5 tailored to your priorities (honeymoon, diving, privacy, family), check typical nightly rates and transfer options for specific dates, or compare villa types at any two resorts — tell me which direction you prefer.