Luxury Lifestyle Awards has selected Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort as one of the Top 100 Hotels and Resorts of the World 2022. In addition, the property's General Manager, Mr John Allanson, was recognised as one of the world's "Top 100 General Managers for 2022." Allanson has played a significant role in leading the resort since acquiring and opening it in April 2022. The resort has received a 5.0 "Excellent" rating on TripAdvisor, with over 600 reviews. The Luxury Lifestyle Awards recognise companies and leaders that represent the "best of the best" in terms of reputation, credibility, brand awareness, luxury experience, and service excellence. The organising committee praised Outrigger Maldives Maafushivaru Resort's impeccable reputation and professional performance. The resort offers guests an idyllic island experience, blending small-island charm with contemporary architecture and bespoke finishing touches. It is located a 25-minute seaplane journey from Male.