Head to head
Ayada MaldivesvsIkos Aria
Ayada MaldivesIkos Aria
Quick Stats
9.2
Overall Score
9.3
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.8 (620)
Google Rating
4.7 (668)
From $209
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
105 min
Airport Transfer
20 min
All Scores
9.3
Beach
8.8
8.9
Food
9.4
9.2
Service
9.4
9.4
Rooms
—
9.3
Luxury
—
—
Value
8.2
—
Family
9.3
9.5
Romance
—
9.2
Quiet
—
9.1
Wellness
—
Vibes
Ayada Maldives
RomanceQuiet
Ikos Aria
QuietRomanceAdventure
Activities
Ayada Maldives
SpaWater sportsKids
Ikos Aria
SpaWater sportsKids
Ayada Maldives
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 105 min from MLE
Ikos Aria
- Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
- Michelin-starred dining
- Private beach with water sports
- Dine-out at local restaurants
Pros — Ayada Maldives
- Exceptional private-island setting.
- Strong villas, private pools and overwater options.
- High dining breadth for a remote resort.
Pros — Ikos Aria
- Consistently strong guest sentiment for service, food and family ease.
- Beachfront setting with pools, kids facilities and upscale all-inclusive inclusions.
- Good fit for families and couples who want calm luxury rather than nightlife.
Cons — Ayada Maldives
- Transfer logistics are substantial.
- All-inclusive is optional and tiered.
- Selected items and premium experiences can carry supplements.
Cons — Ikos Aria
- Premium pricing can feel high if travelers do not use the included experiences.
- Restaurant reservations can require planning.
- Not ideal for travelers who want to walk into a large town every night.