A trip to a beach destination would never be complete without staying in an overwater villa or bungalow. Sadly, not everyone can afford them as most overwater bungalows and villas in beach resorts around the world are too expensive for the common man (some villas easily cost $400 dollars or ore per night even during the off season). But this doesn’t need to deter your wish of staying in one of these beautiful places when you visit a beach resort. For there are certain resorts around the world that offer overwater bungalows for amazingly cheap prices, without compromising on quality and standard. So if you are on the lookout for such a place, here are some options to help you out.
The Gangehi Island Resort in Maldives
This small archipelago of 1190 islands in the Indian Ocean boasts of housing some of the most spectacular beach resorts in the entire world. And the Gangehi Island Resort offers its guest everything a proper beach resort would, albeit the one thing that drives away most customers; expensive rates!
The resort houses a total of 8 Deluxe suites that sit right in the lagoon, amidst the shallow waves near the sandy beach. Off season rates start at $140 per night which is extremely cheap, considering the amount you would have to shell out for other beach resorts in the region. The rooms are extremely spacious as well and let you enjoy the warm waters of the Indian Ocean that caress your doorstep invitingly.
The Golden Palm Tree Resort and Spa in Malaysia
Priced at $155 per night for a double room, the Golden Palm Tree Resort and Spa features over 392 overwater villas, all of which are extremely spacious (some villas have 3 bedrooms too). The resort is also located quite close to the Kuala Lumpur International Airport which would cut down your traveling expenses by half.
The overwater villas in the resort are well equipped and strategically placed around the island, offering stupendous views of the ocean. And despite the minor complaints that rise from time to time, the resort manages to attract its share of dedicated customers year after year.
The Inter-Continental Tahiti Resort in Tahiti
Slightly on the expensive side, but still worth every penny that you shell out, the Inter-Continental Tahiti Resort is a luxurious 4 star establishment whose 32 overwater bungalows surprisingly cost just $308 per night. Strategically placed near individual islands in the lagoon, the overwater villas come equipped with modern day facilities, and set the perfect mood for a romantic honeymoon.
The resort is also located close to the Tahiti Airport, and is a popular stopover destination for couples en route to other islands like Moorea and Bora Bora.
The Club Bali Hai in Moorea
Located in the South Pacific, the Club Bali Hai resort is situated in the island of Moore and offers the cheapest rates for what are considered as the first overwater villas in the entire world. The resort is located in Cook’s Bay with the overwater bungalows located near the shores. And in addition to the stunning setting, the rooms are spacious and come with well-equipped kitchenettes for those who prefer to cook their own meals. Not bad for a traditional honeymoon by the beach when you take into consideration the rates offered for the rooms; $248 per night.
The Medhufushi Island Resort in Maldives
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Situated on an unbelievably crystal clear lagoon, the Medhufushi Island Resort has a total of 46 really spacious, well equipped (befitting a 4 star establishment) and splendidly set overwater bungalows. The off season rates for the rooms start at $280, with the prices increasing steeply during the high season.
The rooms have private decks that lead you to the warm waters of the lagoon. And you would be spoilt for choices when it comes to recreation and entertainment, as the resort offers a really long list of land and water activities you can take part in, ranging from tennis, ping pong, basketball and volleyball to swimming, fishing, sailing, surfing, snorkeling and scuba diving etc.
The KC Resort and Over Water Villa Complex in Thailand
Located in KohSamui, the KC Resort and Over Water Villa has something that no other resort in the world has; overwater bungalows situated inland! The 16 overwater bungalows of the resort are strategically placed on pairs on robust stilts right above their own infinity edged pools. Each room (really spacious) shares its infinity pool with the neighboring room. And all the rooms come with sectional glass floorings in the bedroom wherein you can watch over your partner while still in bed. And considering the fact that the rooms are priced at $294 per night, we would say that’s a pretty good bargain for a place that has got rave reviews from its customers.