Imagine falling asleep while watching fish swim right outside your window or waking up to the glow of the ocean all around you. If that is your dream, it can actually come true. These underwater hotels let you experience the sea like never before. Whether it’s a private bedroom under the Indian Ocean or a cosy suite in the Great Barrier Reef, these amazing hotel stays around the world are full of comfort, adventure and magic underwater. So here are some of the most incredible underwater stays around the world.
Best Underwater Hotel Stays In The World
1. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Maldives
Opened in 2018, The Muraka at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is an iconic stay option that brings you modern luxury with the world‘s first-ever underwater hotel suite. This 2-level, all-inclusive residence combines above-water luxury with underwater peace. Above the surface, you’ll find a spacious living and dining area, two bedrooms, a bathroom with an ocean-facing tub and an infinity pool overlooking the serene horizon. The true marvel, however, is beneath the waves. As you go down a spiral staircase or elevator, you enter an aquatic wonderland. The master bedroom here is 16 feet below sea level and features a 180° curved acrylic dome offering stunning panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the bathroom and walking closet let you get up close with the vibrant marine life around you.
Where: Rangali Island Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, 20077, Maldives
Check-in time: 3 pm onwards
Cost: ₹11,04,005.88/night
2. Reefsuites, Australia
Australia’s first underwater stay, ReefSuites, offers a magical night under the stars of the Great Barrier Reef. This intimate and adventurous stay begins with a cruise through the Whitsunday Islands before arriving at Reef World. You can spend your day snorkelling, diving, or even taking a helicopter tour to see the famous Heart Reef. As the night falls, you will dine on the stars before entering your underwater suite. The rooms come with either king double or twin single options, designed to offer comfort and feature floor-to-ceiling windows, offering unparalleled views of the marine life. The stay here includes all meals, including drinks, as well as a private snorkelling tour and access to an underwater observatory. For those looking to connect with the ocean like never before, this underwater hotel stay offers the perfect experience.
Where: QLD, Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Cost: ₹97,061.34/night
3. InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland, Shanghai
Located in a former quarry on the outskirts of Shanghai, the InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland brings together luxury and innovative architecture like never before. While not fully underwater, the hotel offers a unique opportunity to stay in rooms with panoramic underwater views of a stunning water-filled quarry. These underwater view suites allow you to enjoy the natural beauty of the landscape, all the while indulging in the modern comforts of the luxurious hotel. With its high-end amenities like spa services, gourmet dining, and an extensive list of recreational activities, InterContinental Shanghai Wonderland offers an extraordinary experience with both underwater and above-ground vistas.
Where: Shimao Wonderland, 5188 Chen Hua Rd at Ding Yuan Rd, Songjiang District, Shanghai
Check-in time: 3 pm onwards
Cost: ₹84,606.27/night
4. The Manta Resort, Tanzania
Located in the stunning waters of Pemba Island, the Manta Resort offers one of the most captivating underwater stays in the world. Situated in the middle of the blue hole, the floating underwater room offers 360° views of the vibrant ocean below. This underwater hotel stay has three levels: a rooftop sunbathing deck, an above-water lounge, and a submerged bedroom for the ultimate connection to the marine life around you. Designed by Swedish architects with sustainability in mind, this extraordinary structure lets you watch fish swim past you as you fall asleep. The resort is launching a new underwater room set to open in late 2025. This will feature a larger suite with more expensive windows, promising a peaceful and transformative escape into nature.
Where: Psv-zanzibar estate, Tanzania
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5. Equarius Ocean Suite, Resort World Sentosa, Singapore
Located in the luxurious Resort World Sentosa in Singapore, the Equarius Ocean suite offers a seamless blend of land and sea experiences. These two-storey townhouses feature a spacious upper level with an outdoor patio and jacuzzi, while the lower level offers a breathtaking underwater view of more than 40,000 marine creatures. Here, you can enjoy and relax in the privacy of your room while watching the marine life swim by. Apart from the mesmerising view, the suite offers all the luxury you would expect from a five-star resort. From personalised butler service to gourmet dining and a private jacuzzi, the Equarius Ocean Suite is the perfect retreat with unmatched views of the underwater world.
Where: Equarius Hotel, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
Check-in time: 3 pm onwards
Cost: ₹1,02,909.84/night
6. Pullman Maldives Maamutaa, Maldives
Imagine waking up to a view not of a valley or a beach, but of the turquoise ocean with fish and swaying corals. The Aqua Villa at Pullman Maldives Maamutaa offers just that. Located in the Indian Ocean, the two-level villa has a submerged master bedroom under the water as well as an overwater bedroom, offering the best of both worlds. Whether you’re relaxing by the private pool or gazing at the marine life through your floor-to-ceiling windows, this peaceful retreat brings you up close with nature like never before. With only a limited number of Aqua Villas available, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Where: RCW4+XV6 Maamutaa, Island 20219, Maldives
Check-in time: 2 pm onwards
Cost: ₹1,82,707.84/night
7. Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
At Atlantis, The Palm, the underwater suite lets you wake up surrounded by 65,000 marine animals. Located in the heart of Dubai, this suite features floor-to-ceiling windows that offer mesmerising views of the Ambassador Lagoon. Here, you’ll be able to enjoy a bath in the marble tub while watching rays, sharks, and schools of fish swim past you. The private elevator in the suite takes you to an upper-level lounge offering a unique view over the lagoon. With the round-the-clock butler service, this luxurious accommodation is the ultimate way to enjoy the marine life without leaving your room.
Where: Crescent Rd – The Palm Jumeirah – Dubai – United Arab Emirates
Check-in time: 3 pm onwards
Cost: ₹20,346/night
Each of these amazing underwater hotels offers a unique way to connect with the ocean.
Cover Image Courtesy: Conrad Maldives/Website and Atlantis/Website
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