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Glamping paradise: The incredible Maldives ‘beach bubble tent’ that offers couples the chance to sleep under the stars (without being bitten by mosquitoes)

Sun seekers, prepare to bubble over with excitement.

A resort in the Maldives is offering holidaymakers looking for a stay with a difference the opportunity to spend a night in a transparent ‘beach tent’.

The striking accommodation can be found at Coast Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives And consists of a cluster of spheres, two of which are transparent.

The bubble tent is ‘dramatically located in a secluded spot along [a] beautiful sandbar,” the resort says, offering guests “an incredibly romantic experience under the stars” without the irritation of mosquito bites.

According to the resort, it’s a “unique” beachfront glamping experience like no other.

Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives offers holidaymakers looking for a unique stay the chance to spend a night in a transparent 'beach bubble tent'

Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives offers holidaymakers looking for a stay with a difference the chance to spend a night in a transparent ‘beach bubble tent’

Every 'luxury' bubble[is] a UV-protected, fully waterproof, climate-controlled cocoon'

Every ‘luxury’ bubble[is] a UV-protected, fully waterproof, climate-controlled cocoon’

The bubble tent is 'dramatically' located in a remote location [a] beautiful sandbank'

The bubble tent is ‘dramatically situated in a remote spot along [a] beautiful sandbank’

Every ‘luxury’ bubble'[is] a UV-protected, fully waterproof, climate-controlled cocoon’.

The transparent spheres have ‘bespoke wooden floors and bespoke furniture and a separate adjacent bubble living room and bathroom with toilet and shower’ for a ‘high-spec’ experience.

Not only will those staying in the bubble enjoy ‘unforgettable’ views of the sky and ocean, but each bubble reservation – which lasts from sunset to sunrise (or from 7pm to 9am) – also comes with a private beach BBQ and breakfast at the water’s edge.

The Finolhu website says: ‘Whether awake or asleep – here you will experience a sense of infinity. Above you the cosmos and the darkness of the sky, through which the Milky Way shines like a work of art.’

The transparent spheres have 'custom wooden floors and custom furniture'

The transparent spheres are fitted with ‘custom-made wooden floors and custom furniture’

Finolhu's coastal location, Baa Atoll (above), is one of 26 natural atolls in the Indian Ocean

The 'rockstar villa' (pictured) with a living room, a terrace, a large swimming pool, steps to the ocean and a personal host

LEFT: Finolhu’s coastal location, Baa Atoll, is one of 26 natural atolls in the Indian Ocean. RIGHT: The ‘rockstar villa’ with a living room, outdoor terrace, large pool, steps to the ocean and a personal host

The sequel: ‘A short sunset stroll takes the couple to the unique beach bubble where they can enjoy a delicious beach barbecue with a Maldivian twist. Afterwards, they can retreat to their private bubble for an unforgettable night under the stars.

‘Upon waking from this dream-like experience, the couple can watch the beautiful sunrise as they linger over breakfast at the water’s edge.

‘Conceived and custom designed by leading Spanish design agency Eye In the Sky, the transparent inflatable bubble is a unique, inspiring environment where guests can enjoy an incredible, closer to nature experience – without sacrificing high-quality design and luxurious comfort .’

The rest of the Finolhu resort also has a lot to offer.

Holidaymakers must have a confirmed minimum stay of at least three nights at Seaside Finolhu (above) to book the beach bubble experience

Holidaymakers must have a confirmed minimum stay of at least three nights at Seaside Finolhu (above) to book the beach bubble experience

The location, Baa Atoll, is one of 26 natural atolls in the Indian Ocean. Finolhu says: ‘It has been declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO and its climate guarantees an average air temperature of 29 degrees Celsius and water temperatures of 24 degrees Celsius.’

The atoll features reefs, submerged cliffs and ‘thilas’ or underwater hills. This means that marine life has flourished, with around 1,200 reef species making their home on Baa – and snorkelling and diving on offer to holidaymakers.

The surrounding waters are home to turtles, dolphins, manta rays and whale sharks.

The resort offers several dining options – from a beachside breakfast spot to a sushi bar, and from an Arabic grill to a crab shack, beach club and ‘Milk Lab’, which serves protein shakes and juices. Guests can also order the Instagram-famous floating breakfast.

The atoll’s spa allows guests to relax with massages, hydrotherapy and beauty treatments. A gym, tennis court and golf studio allow holidaymakers to work up a sweat, while a kids’ club allows parents to take some time out for themselves.

Excursions include fishing trips, an educational adventure with the on-site marine biologist and visits to a local village.

Guests can book beachfront villas, some with private pools, overwater villas and even a ‘rockstar villa’ with a living room, terrace, large pool, steps to the ocean and a personal host/hostess.

Holidaymakers must have a confirmed minimum stay of three nights at Seaside Finolhu to book the beach bubble experience – with stays starting from £572.45 per night for a lagoon villa.

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