Overwater bungalow hotels are unique accommodations that are built over the water, usually on stilts or pillars. They offer guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of the ocean and marine life, providing stunning views of the surrounding waters. These types of hotels have become increasingly popular among tourists seeking a luxurious and unforgettable experience. What makes overwater bungalow hotels fun to stay in is the fact that guests can enjoy a private and exclusive experience in a tranquil and serene environment, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. In addition, many of these hotels offer a variety of activities, such as snorkeling, scuba diving, and water sports, making them an ideal destination for adventure seekers.
Family Friendly Overwater Bungalows with 2 Kids or More
The challenge with these types of hotel rooms is that they are almost all limited to 3 guests, which means a family of 4 or more would have to book 2 separate rooms or stay on land in a larger accommodation. We scoured the internet, contacted countless resorts and found some great overwater bungalows available for families.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in Bora Bora
Intercontinental Le Moana, Bora Bora – Poevai Overwater Suite
The Poevai Overwater Suite is a special overwater suite that combines 2 bungalows joined together into a large suite connected by a lounge area. This overwater bungalow can accommodate 4 adults and 4 children! That’s right, it’s an overwater bungalow for 8 people. It can be booked by contacting the resort directly at [email protected] and asking for the Poevai Overwater Suite.
Average price for this suite is $3,500/night, varies by holidays and seasons.
St. Regis Bora Bora Resort, Overwater Royal Otemanu 2 Bedroom
This overwater bungalow has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a private plunge pool, and a maximum occupancy of 5 guests. The beds are 2 kings plus a rollaway bed and 2 cribs if you need them.
Average price for 2 bedroom overwater $4,737/night, varies by holidays and seasons.
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Four Seasons Resort, Bora Bora – 1 and 2 bedroom Overwater Bungalows
This resort offers both 1 and 2 bedroom bungalows which can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children (1 bedroom) and up to 6 guests in the 2-bedroom bungalows.
Average price for 2 bedroom overwater, $5,385/night, varies by holidays and seasons.
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Le Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort & Spa – End of Pontoon Overwater Suite with Pool
This overwater suite can accommodate 4 guests with 1 king and 1 queen bed as well as a private pool.
Average price for this suite, $3676/night, varies seasonally.
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InterContinental Bora Bora Resort & Thalasso Spa – Teremoana Pool Villa
The Teremoana Pool Villa has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 4 adults and 4 children (8 people) and has a private pool and outdoor shower. It has 2 king beds and 2 sofa beds.
Average price for this suite, $2367/night, varies seasonally.
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Conrad Bora Bora Nui – Royal Pool Overwater Villa or Presidential Overwater Villa
The Royal Pool overwater villa can sleep up to 4 guests, and has a private pool and amazing views.
The Presidential Overwater villa can sleep up to 6 guests, and features 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a sauna, a pool, a hot tub, and a private bar.
The average price for the Royal is $3,876/night, varies seasonally, and the average price for the Presidential is $6855/night, varies seasonally.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in Moorea
Hilton Moorea
We had the pleasure of staying at this resort, and though the main pool area is undergoing a complete renovation, it was still a wonderful stay. Upon request, you can put 2 adults and 2 children in one over water bungalow, but keep in mind you will only have 1 king and 1 twin bed so it is likely one child will have to share with the adults. Average rates for a family of 4 in an over water bungalow starts around $1200/night and up.
Family Overwater Bungalows in Taha’a and Rangiroa
Vahine Island Resort and Spa, Taha’a – La Villa Royale
Though not actually over the water, this villa is literally surrounded by a pool so it feels like you are on the water. It can sleep up to 12 guests.
Le Tikehau, Rangiroa – Overwater Bungalow and Overwater Suite
These overwater bungalows can sleep up to 4 people (up to 3 adults and 1 child), and feature a private deck and lagoon access.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in the Maldives
Soneva Jani, The Maldives –
The resort has a variety of larger villas to choose from, including some with water slides and retractable roofs for stargazing.
Average price is $5,000/night, varies by unit and season.
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Lily Beach Resort & Spa, Maldives – Deluxe Water Villa with Pool, Sunset Water Suite and Lagoon Villa
This overwater villa can sleep up to 4 people and features a private pool.
Average price $2,000/night and up depending on which bungalow, and is all-inclusive, variable by season.
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Anantara Dhigu Maldives – Sunrise and Sunset Over Water Suites
This resort offers 2 overwater bungalow types that can sleep up to 3 adults and 1 child. Each room includes breakfast. You can also opt to upgrade to the Sunset Over Water Pool Suite which has a private pool and also can sleep up to 3 adults and 1 child.
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Centara Grand Island Resort, Maldives – Family Overwater Villa
This family-centric overwater villa features bunk beds and a private jacuzzi. The villa can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children.
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Constance Halaveli, Family Water Villa
The family water villa at this resort can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children and features a private plunge pool.
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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island – 2 bedroom Grand Water Villa
This 2 bedroom villa can sleep 4 guests and has a king bed in one room and 2 twin beds in the other. You’ll also have a large sun deck with private jacuzzi.
Prices range from $1200/night and up for this villa, depending on number of guests and season.
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Villa Park Sun Island Maldives – 2-Bedroom Overwater Villa
This resort offers a 2 bedroom over-water villa with a private jacuzzi and can sleep up to 4 guests in a queen and 2 twin beds.
Pricing is from $284 and up per night per person, varies by season.
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Park Hyatt Maldives – Overwater Reef Residence
The Overwater Reef Residency is a 895 square meter villa with space for up to 6 guests. There are 2 king beds and 2 twin beds plus an optional rollaway bed. The villa also features a private spa, gym, and infinity pool.
Prices vary but average around $8280 and up per night, depending on number of guests and season.
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Vakkaru Maldives – Over Water Family Pool Villa
The Over Water Family Pool Villa can sleep 2 adults and 2 children and has an infinity pool and a king bed and daybed.
Average prices range from $1800/night and up, depending on the season.
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Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi – Many Options for Families!
This is one of the few resorts that offers many overwater bungalow options for 4 or more guests.
The King Grand Overwater Villa with Pool sleeps up to 2 adults, 2 children and 1 infant. It has a king bed, large infinity pool, hammocks, outdoor swing, and a glass floor. Prices start at $3860/night.
The King Reef Villa with Pool sleeps up to 2 adults and 2 children. It has a king bed, pool, hammock, outdoor swing and starts at $1733/night.
The 2 Queen Grand Overwater Villa with Pool sleeps up to 2 adults, 2 children and 1 infant. It has 2 queen beds, an infinity pool, hammocks and outdoor swing. Prices start from $3860/night.
The 2 Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool sleeps up to 4 adults and 2 children. It has both a pool and hot tub outside. 2 queen beds, 1 king bed. Prices start from $8699/night.
The 3 Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool sleeps up to 9 people (6 adults, 3 children) and features a pool, hot tub, swing, hammock. Prices start from $19244/night.
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The Standard Maldives – 2 bedroom Lagoon Overwater Pool Villa
This 2 bedroom overwater bungalow can sleep up to 6 people and features a private pool, private deck, 2 king beds, 2 day beds, and transparent glass floor panels.
Prices average around $800/night for 2 adults and 2 kids, and varies seasonally from $500 to over $1200/night.
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Siyam World – 2 and 3 bedroom Villas with Waterslide and Pool
This is one of the only overwater bungalows with waterslides available today. These over water villas can sleep 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children (2 bedroom), or 9 adults or 6 adults and 6 children (3 bedroom).
Prices for the 3 bedroom villa with 12 people can range from $3000/night and up, depending on season and deals going on at that time.
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OZEN Reserve Bolifushi – Ocean Pool Reserve Sunset with Water Slide 2 bedroom
This truly epic 2 bedroom over water bungalow has 2 floors, 2 king beds, a 23-meter water slide, an infinity pool, and an over water hammock. It can sleep up to 5 people.
They also have an Ocean Pool Suite with Water Slide that can sleep 4 people on a king bed and sofa bed.
Prices for the 2 bedroom average from $5000/night and up, depending on the number of people and season.
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Amilla Maldives Resort & Residences – Lagoon Water Pool Villa , 2 BEDROOMS
The spectacular 2 bedroom over water villa at Amilla Resort in the Maldives can sleep up to 6 guests (4 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 4 children) with a king, two twins, and a sofa bed. Not only that, you get a private pool, huge deck, and separate private deck for the second bedroom.
Average nightly price for this 2 bedroom villa starts at $1429 and goes up over $6000 during high/peak holidays.
Amilla also has Water and Reef Villas that can sleep 2 adults and 2 children (or 3 adults).
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Ayada Maldives -Sunset Family Ocean Suite with Pool and Sunset Family Lagoon Suite
These overwater family bungalows offer a king bed plus two single beds and can sleep 4 (2 adults and 2 kids). They also feature an overwater hammock and private pool.
Prices range from $1000/night and up, depending on suite and season as well as number and ages of guests.
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One and Only Reethi Rah – 2 Villas that sleep 4
The grand water villa with pool can sleep up to 4 people and features a pool, king bed, sofa bed, and above water hammock. They also have 2 queen and 1 king villas that sleep up to 4.
Prices average from $1500 and up per night, depending on number of guests, type of villa, and season.
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Ritz Carlton Maldives Fari Islands – 2 adults and 2 children Ocean Pool Villa
The Ritz Carlton Maldives Fari Islands has both a one and two bedroom option that can sleep a family.
The one bedroom villas (Ocean Pool Villa, Lagoon Pool Villa) can sleep 2 adults and 2 children and feature a private infinity pool and king and rollaway bed/crib.
The exceptional Two-bedroom Water Villa with Private Pool, designed for getaways with family. Wake up every day to panoramic views of the ocean from your luxurious oversized beds and spend the day basking in the sun from your sun deck. The Two Bedroom Water Pool Villa can sleep 4 adults (plus 2 kids on rollaway bed/crib) and has 2 queen beds in one bedroom and a king bedroom as well as an infinity pool and 2 bathrooms.
The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah – Several Overwater Villas, with 2 bedroom up to 6 people
This resort offer both one bedroom (sleeps up to 4 people) and 2 bedroom (sleeps up to 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children) overwater bungalows. They all feature private pools, outdoor showers, and private decks.
Prices average from $847 per night and up, depending on the villa and season, as well as number of guests.
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Reethi Beach Resort – 2 adult 2 children Overwater Bungalows
This resort offers water villas that can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children. They have king bed plus direct access to the lagoon.
Prices average from $1680/night and up, depending on season.
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SAii Lagoon Maldives (Curio Collection by Hilton) – 2 bedroom Overwater Pool Villa up to 6 people
This resort offers 2-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villas. These villas offer a king plus 2 double beds and can sleep up to 6 people. They also have a private pool and a lounging net to perch over the water.
Average nightly prices here range from $2000 and up depending on number of guests and season.
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Gili Lankanfushi – Several Large Suites
This resort has several options for families and groups. Their Residence Villas can sleep up to 4 and feature hammocks and rooftop terraces. Their Private Reserve can sleep up to 10 people and features a private pool and over water bungalow with water slide.
Price for the private reserve averages from $13,870/night and up for 8 guests, varies seasonally and by number of guests.
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Atmosphere Kanifushi – Water Villa and Sunset Water Villa for 4 people
Both the Water Villa and the Sunset Water Villa with Pool at this resort can sleep 4 guests on a queen bed, sofa bed, and optional rollaway bed. Another highlight is the glass floor panel to watch sealife!
Average nightly rates start at $1284/night for 2 adults and 2 children, and go up to over $2000/night during high/peak seasons.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in the United States
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows – Overwater Bungalow
Disney’s Polynesian Villas & Bungalows is a luxury resort located at Walt Disney World in Florida, and it features overwater bungalows inspired by the bungalows in the South Pacific.
Average price is $2,500/night, but varies by season.
Family Overwater Bungalows in the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America
Sweet Bocas, Isla Colón, Panama – Seven bedroom villa
This private island can be rented and includes the 7 bedroom over water bungalow villa and your food and drinks. The property features its own organic farm and beautiful grounds.
Coco View, Honduras – Double Bungalows 1 queen 1 double
This resort has over water bungalows are rustic and natural, but do have air conditioning and a hammock, and feature 1 queen and 1 double bed and can sleep up to 4 guests.
Prices for the double over water bungalows starts at $1964/week per person, and varies seasonally. Children are 50% of that price when they share with an adult. This includes 3 meals a day, unlimited beach diving, and 2 boat diving trips. It also includes use of kayaks.
Eclypse de Mar Aqua Lodge, Panama – Over Water Bungalow 1 queen 2 twins
This resort has rustic over water bungalows that can sleep up to 4 guests in their 2 bedrooms (1 queen and other with 2 twins) and features a glass panel nightstand to see the water below.
Prices average from $369/night and up, and includes breakfast, snorkel equipment and wifi. Note there is electricity in the bungalows from 6pm-8am, and there is no air conditioning.
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Anthony’s Key Resort, Honduras – Key Bungalows
This resort features bungalows that lie just along the water and overhang over it. These can sleep up to 4 guests with 1 king and 1 queen bed. They are air conditioned and include wifi.
The bungalows are priced around $267 and up per night, and from $433 and up if you include all-inclusive meals and diving.
Le Marin, Aqualodge Martinique – 2 bedroom villa
These floating villas are reminiscent of a house boat. They feature 2 bedrooms each with a full size bed and can sleep up to 4 people.
Prices average around $400/night and up, depending on season and number of guests.
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Urraca Private Island Eco Lodge, Panama – Ocean View Bungalows
This resort’s over water bungalows can sleep up to 4 guests but guests must be 12 years old and up. They have 1 double and 2 twin beds.
They also have a larger 2-story bungalow for up to 6 guests.
Prices average from $290/night and up, depending on number of guests. The entire island can be rented (for up to 24 people) for $1395 per night and up.
Tobacco Caye Paradise, Belize – Over Water Cabanas
This resort offers rustic over water cabanas that can sleep up to 4 guests on 2 twins (can be combined into one king) and 1 set of bunk beds. They also have 2 side-by-side cabanas (#2/#2 orange/purple) which have a connecting deck. This gives families a bit more privacy, and works for families with 5-6 guests. Each cabana has a private bathroom , and a combination of 2 double beds, single bed, and bunk beds.
Nightly rates start around $90/night plus $40 per guest after 2 guests (so around $170 for 2 adults and 2 children). For an approximately additional $40/person/day you can get 3 meals a day.
Lina Point, Belize – Overwater Cabanas for 2 adults and 2 children
This resort has both a 2 bedroom and 2 bedroom over water bungalow for families. They feature glass floor panels, air conditioning, a plunge pool, and a queen bed and 2 twin beds.
The 1 bedroom starts from around $300/night and up, and the 2 bedroom from $425/night and up.
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Punta Caracol Acqua Lodge, Panama – Master Suite (1 king and 4 twin)
The Master Overwater Suite at this resort features a chair swing, 1 king bed, 4 twin beds, and can sleep up to 6 people.
The nightly price for the Master Suite averages from $325/night and up, depending on season and number of guests.
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Cayo Espanto, Belize – Several on-beach villas with private docks that feel like over water
Cayo Espanto is a luxury private island resort located off the coast of Belize. The resort features seven villas that are designed for privacy and seclusion, with stunning views of the Caribbean Sea.
Average price is $1,500/night, varies by villa and season (include all meals, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages).
Family Overwater Bungalows in Fiji
COMO Laucala Island Wai Residence
The resort is only accessible by private plane or boat, and it features pristine beaches, lush rainforests, and a variety of cultural and ecological experiences for guests to enjoy. The Wai Residence Villa is an expansive suite that has 2 bedrooms and can sleep up to 4 guests.
Average price for the Wai Residence Overwater Suite is $6,200/night, and varies seasonally.
Family Overwater Bungalows in Asia
Song Saa Private Island, Cambodia – 2 bed Overwater Villa
There are 2 options at this resort for 4-6 guests, each are 2-bedroom over water villas that can sleep up to 6 people. The 2 bedroom villa has its own pool and plenty of space for a family. The Royal villa has a larger infinity pool and is more secluded with unobstructed views. They also offer all-inclusive packages to make things easy!
Nightly rates vary by season from $4000 and up for the 2 bedroom overwater villa for 4 guests.
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The Float House, River Kwai, Thailand – Floating Villas
These riverfront floating villas can sleep up to 3 adults and 1 child in one king and 2 twins. They feature a private terrace and panoramic views.
Nightly rates average from $240/night and up, depending on season.
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Telunas Private Island, Indonesia – Overwater Villa with kids loft
This resort has 3 bedroom overwater bungalows with a kids loft that can sleep up to 12 people.
The island is a 1 hour ferry ride from Singapore.
Average pricing averages from $265/night plus around $40/additional guest per night and up, depending on season. 3 daily meals can be purchased for an additional $45/night and up.
Pulo Cinta Eco Resort, Indonesia – 2 bedroom and 3 bedroom villas
Though it is remote and not the easiest to get to, this resort is certainly worth the hassle (fly to Gorontalo, then 2 hour shuttle ride, then 25 min boat ride) . This resort offers 2 bedroom overwater bungalows with 2 king beds for 4 people, or 3 bedroom overwater bungalows with 3 king beds for 6 people.
Club Tara Resort, Philippines – Sea View Family Villa
Sea View Family rooms are overwater and can sleep up to 4 guests.
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El Nido Resort Apulit Island, Philippines – Loft Over Water Cottage
The Loft Over Water Cottage can sleep up to 4 guests with a pull out daybed downstairs and a queen bed in the loft.
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Berjaya Langkawi Resort, Malaysia – 2 bedroom suite Over Water Bungalow
This resort in Langkawi (an easy flight from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Penang) has 2 bedroom overwater bungalows that can sleep up to 4 guests in a king bed and 2 twin beds. The room includes breakfast and minibar.
Room rates for this 2 bedroom overwater villa average from $250/night and up, depending on guests and season.
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Lexis Hibiscus, Malaysia – Pool Villas
A 1.5 hour drive from Kuala Lumpur or 3.5 hour drive from Singapore, this resort offers 522 overwater villas. Some of these can accommodate 4 guests with 2 king beds. They also have larger 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom overwater suites that can sleep up to 8 people.
Rates for 4 person suites average around $167/night and up, while the largest 4-bedroom suite range from $1650/night and up, varying by season and number of guests.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in the Middle East
Anantara The Palm, UAE – Family Lagoon Access Room opens to the pool (up to 5 guests)
This large suite sits over the swimming lagoon/pool.
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Banana Island Resort, Qatar – 3 and 5 bedroom Over Water Villas
This resort is a boat ride away from Doha. The 3 and 5-bedroom overwater bungalows can sleep up to 4, 6 and 10 guests.
The 3 bedroom overwater pool villa starts around $3000/night, and the 5 bedroom overwater pool villa starts around $6000/night, depending on guests and season.
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Family Overwater Bungalows in Africa
Constance Prince Maurice, Mauritius – Villa on Stilts (2 adults and 2 children)
The villa on stilts at this resort can sleep up to 2 adults and 2 children. The villa features a queen bed and up to 2 additional beds or cribs.
Rates for this villa average from around $1500/night and up for 2 adults and 2 children, varying seasonally.
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Manta Resort located on Pemba Island in Tanzania – Underwater Suite
This floating villa with underwater room is truly unique. The actual bedroom is fully submerged and surrounded by underwater windows. We are waiting for confirmation on maximum number of guests in this suite.
Isaraya Overwater Villas – Zanzibar
The Overwater villas here are only for children aged 12 and up, but they can accommodate families.
