Glass floors, private ladders into the lagoon, and nothing but ocean in every direction. These are the finest overwater stays on earth.
From the Maldives to Fiji, Bora Bora to Raja Ampat β every stay chosen for the quality of the water beneath your floor.
The iconic two-level water villa split between ocean and underwater. Home to the world's first underwater restaurant and bar. Glass floors reveal the reef below in extraordinary detail.
The world's largest overwater villa at 1,800 sq m. "No news, no shoes" policy. Your own bicycle, private boat and personal butler. Barefoot luxury at its most absolute.
100 overwater bungalows with direct views of Mount Otemanu. Glass floor panels, outdoor bathtubs, and private plunge pools over the famous Bora Bora lagoon.
Overwater villas with retractable roofs for stargazing from your bed. Private water slides into the lagoon. Cinema on the water. This is Maldives luxury taken to its furthest point.
The original Bora Bora overwater bungalow experience since 1994. Crystal-clear lagoon, traditional Polynesian architecture, and the unhurried pace that made the island famous.
The world's first underwater spa lies beneath your feet. Bungalows with glass floors and private pools. The original celebrity Maldives retreat, still among the most covetable addresses in the Indian Ocean.
Remote eco-resort in the world's most biodiverse marine waters. Overwater bungalows above a protected marine sanctuary. The diving here is categorically unlike anywhere else on earth.
Fiji's first genuine overwater bungalows, built using traditional Fijian architecture above a UNESCO-protected marine park. Warm Fijian hospitality and world-class snorkelling from your deck.
Three oceans, three very different experiences. Here is how the world's top overwater destinations compare.
Everything you need to know before booking β how to choose between the Maldives and Bora Bora, what to look for in a water villa, and which resorts deliver the most for your budget.
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