OBLU SELECT Lobigili — Premium All‑Inclusive “Lobi Plan” Guide 🍹🏝️
Overview ✨
- Concept: Adults‑only, premium all‑inclusive designed for easy, indulgent stays with quality dining, crafted drinks, and curated experiences.
- Reality check: Inclusions can change by season/contract. Ask for the latest “Lobi Plan” fact sheet and Beverage List at check‑in.
What’s Included ✅
1) Dining 🍽️
- Ylang Ylang (main restaurant)
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included (buffet and live stations; rotating themes).
- Specialty dining
- Only BLU Underwater Restaurant: Typically 1 dinner per stay for stays of 4+ nights (advance reservation required; set menu; seating limited).
- Light bites at The Swing Bar during posted hours (snacks/afternoon nibbles as per weekly program).
- Dietary support
- Vegetarian/vegan/gluten‑free/halal options on request.
2) Beverages (by the glass during outlet hours) 🥂
- Premium branded spirits, international beers, aperitifs/digestifs, and liqueurs from the Lobi Plan list.
- Sommelier‑curated wines by the glass (international selection).
- Signature/classic cocktails and mocktails from the included menu.
- Soft drinks; still and sparkling water.
- Specialty coffees and fine teas (espresso, cappuccino, latte, etc.) during bar/restaurant hours.
3) Bars & Venues 🍸
- The Swing Bar (pool/oceanfront)
- Ylang Ylang (meal‑time beverages)
- Only BLU: Beverages aligned with the included set menu when the experience is part of your stay benefits.
4) In‑Villa & Minibar 🧊
- Minibar included and typically replenished once daily (assortment of soft drinks, water, beer, and light snacks per the Lobi Plan list).
- In‑room tea/coffee facilities and daily bottled water.
5) Activities & Experiences 🌊
- Snorkeling equipment complimentary for the duration of stay (mask, snorkel, fins).
- Non‑motorized watersports: kayaks, SUP, and similar equipment (weather/availability permitting).
- One curated group experience per stay (commonly a sunset cruise or sunset fishing; frequency may scale with length of stay).
- Weekly entertainment program (live music/DJ/cultural evenings), access to gym and scheduled fitness/wellness classes when listed.
6) Transfers & Practicalities 🚤
- Return speedboat transfers between Malé and the resort are often included in Lobigili packages (confirm on your booking).
- Wi‑Fi across the resort, beach towels, and loungers.
What’s Not Included ❌
- Dining & Service
- Extra visits to Only BLU beyond your inclusion/credit, and any private dining (beach/sandbank/in‑villa), floating breakfasts, or chef’s tables.
- Room service/in‑villa dining and special event menus.
- Beverages
- Ultra‑premium wines/champagnes and top‑shelf labels not on the Lobi Plan list.
- Bottles for take‑away, pitchers/carafes, and any minibar items beyond the standard daily restock.
- Activities & Wellness
- PADI dive center services: dives, courses, equipment rental.
- Motorized watersports, private lessons/charters, big‑game fishing.
- Spa treatments and private/specialty yoga unless specifically included by length‑of‑stay offer.
- Professional photography and bespoke experiences.
- Other Services
- Boutique purchases, laundry, medical/clinic services.
- Government taxes/service charges on paid items.
How the Plan Works (Key Fine Print) 📝
- Identification: Expect a wristband/room‑card flag for Lobi Plan recognition.
- By the glass: Included beverages are served by the glass at designated outlets during operating hours; no sharing or take‑away.
- Lists rule: Only items on the current Lobi Plan beverage list are included.
- Start/end: Benefits typically begin at check‑in and end at checkout; early/late flight coverage varies—confirm on arrival.
- Reservations: Only BLU seats are limited; book early. Missed reservations count as used.
Smart Value Tips 💡
- Photograph the beverage list at check‑in—helps you navigate included wines/spirits and signature cocktails.
- For a 4+ night stay, pre‑reserve Only BLU and any included group excursion before arrival or at check‑in.
- If you plan premium wines, private dinners, or diving, keep the Lobi Plan for everyday value and budget a few curated splurges.
- Bring a reusable water bottle for excursions—bars will provide included still/sparkling water refills where permitted.
Adults‑Only Note 👩❤️👨
- Lobigili is strictly 18+. For family stays, sister island OBLU XPERIENCE Ailafushi (connected by bridge) may suit better, with different plan inclusions.
