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Luxury Resort Operator The Lux Collective shines with nine Forbes Travel Guide 2025 Star Awards
The Lux Collective’s portfolio of resorts and spas has once again been recognised amongst the best in the world by the 2025 Forbes Travel Guide. Across the global hospitality group, The Lux Collective has been awarded nine prestigious Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards, including four highly coveted Five-Star awards.
Latest Press Releases

Inspiring Change: The Lux Collective advances women’s leadership
This March, to mark International Women’s Day, award-winning global hospitality group The Lux Collective champions women’s empowerment and the advancement of female leadership in hospitality to drive gender equality.

LUX* South Ari Atoll unveils refurbished Water Villas inspired by oceanic beauty
Nestled over the lagoon, our newly refurbished Water Villas offer a peaceful haven with soft hues, natural textures, and stunning panoramic views, making it the perfect Maldivian retreat.

Fall in love all over again: Celebrate Valentine’s all month long at LUX* South Ari Atoll
This February, LUX* South Ari Atoll, the award-winning Maldivian resort under The Lux Collective global hospitality group, invites guests to indulge in a celebration of love, all month long. From private nights in the spa to destination-inspired dinner experiences that will bring the extraordinary to their island escape.

Celebrate love in luxury with The Lux Collective
At The Lux Collective, love is more than just a feeling. Rooted in the belief that life’s most precious moments deserve to be celebrated in extraordinary ways, the global luxury hospitality group has curated a series of exceptional Valentine’s Day experiences across its resorts. Whether lovers opt for an intimate beachside dinner, a rejuvenating couples’ spa ritual, or a joyful celebration of friendship, each experience is designed to honour love and care.

The Lux Collective and Polytechnics Mauritius unite to elevate hospitality talent
The Lux Collective, in partnership with Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd., has selected a cohort of experienced professionals to embark on the Certificate in Tourism and Hospitality Operations Programme.

LUX* South Ari Atoll partners with The Clay Studio Maldives for a Pottery Pop-Up
The Lux Collective’s award-winning resort - LUX* South Ari Atoll is excited to announce a partnership with The Clay Studio Maldives to bring a pottery pop-up to its Junk Art Studio, starting 20 December 2024.

The Lux Collective unveils visionary global expansion plans for 2025 and beyond
The award-winning Mauritian-born global luxury hotel operator The Lux Collective has announced its expansion plans for 2025 and beyond, with new openings in the pipeline for China, Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia.

LUX* Grand Baie unveils a new dining gem - Walima by Bisou, celebrating the flavours of Lebanon and Morocco
LUX* Grand Baie, the ultra-luxury flagship resort of The Lux Collective, announces the official launch of Walima by Bisou, the latest addition to its award-winning culinary offerings. Now opened, this all-new restaurant presents an elevated dining experience where Lebanese and Moroccan flavours blend with a tropical style.

LUX* South Ari Atoll welcomes the Year of the Snake with festive celebrations in the Maldives
The well-loved resort of The Lux Collective hospitality group - LUX* South Ari Atoll will usher in the Year of the Snake with a vibrant Chinese New Year celebration, featuring curated cultural experiences, family-friendly activities and dining events. The resort blends traditional festivities with luxury comfort, offering guests a unique way to welcome the Lunar New Year amidst paradise.

LUX* South Ari Atoll wins ‘Best for Families’ at the 2025 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence
LUX* South Ari Atoll is proud to announce it has been named Best for Families in the Africa, Asia and Middle East regions at the 2025 Condé Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. This esteemed accolade highlights the resort’s dedication to delivering exceptional family-friendly experiences in the Maldives.
Latest Awards
LUX* South Ari Atoll
Forbes Travel Guide 2025
Five-Star Rating
LUX* South Ari Atoll
Forbes Travel Guide 2025
LUX* ME Spa Four-Star Rating
LUX* Chongzuo, Guangxi
The Bund Design Hotel Awards 2025
Best Resort
LUX* Chongzuo, Guangxi
Travel+Leisure China Travel Awards 2024
China's Top 100 Hotels
LUX* South Ari Atoll
Condé Nast Johansens Awards For Excellence 2025
Best for Families
LUX* Grand Baie
Condé Nast Johansens Awards For Excellence 2025
Best Dining Experience
LUX* Tea Horse Road
Hotel Share InHotel&Travel Charts
Resort of the Year
LUX* Tea Horse Road
Voyage Hotel&Resort Awards 2024
Best Hotel Brand
LUX* Chongzuo, Guangxi
Delicious Travel 2024
Top 10 Hotels of the Year
LUX* Tea Horse Road
China Travel Awards 2024
China's Top 100 Hotels








