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Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi - 40 minutes by luxury yacht
Escape to the unforgettable surrounded by the white sands and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean. At Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, 11 celebrated dining venues, a world-class lifestyle spa sanctuary, and activities for all generations invite you to tropical paradise. 119 reef, beach, and overwater villas span across three islands with a wealth of luxuries and experiences to discover.
Resort Highlights
Awarded Five Star in the Forbes' Travel Guide 2023 Award, given to outstanding and iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.
All 122 villas are set in private enclaves with large pools and expansive ocean views, spanning across three islands
Indulgence of choices provided by culinary excellence and innovation to please every palate, with 11 exceptional speciality dining venues
Young guests can indulge in endless fun with an exciting water recreation area and educational activities.
World-class facilities and unique amenities are designed for guests of all ages, with a team of dedicated concierges on hand to create a memorable holiday
The Stella Maris Ocean Villa is an exquisite duplex for the ultimate exclusivity and intimacy, accessible only by a traditional Dhoni
Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi Private Island, an independent private island with its own facilities, is the largest in the Maldives and can accommodate up to 24 guests
Read our full write-up on Waldorf Astoria Maldives here
Ritz-Carlton Maldives - 45 minutes by luxury speedboat
The legacy of The Ritz-Carlton has finally arrived in the Maldives, bringing in its century-old heritage and embracing the spirit of the Maldives. Located on the Fari Islands - an archipelago featuring three luxury private resorts and a marina village.
With just a short 5-minute boat transfer, you'll arrive at the Fari Marina Village, built around a vibrant Fari Beach Club, high-end boutiques, an art studio, and a selection of upscale restaurants located on Patina Maldives. Guests staying at Ritz-Carlton Maldives will enjoy a complimentary shuttle to and fro the Fari Marina Village.
Resort Highlights
Awarded Five Star in the Forbes' Travel Guide 2023 Award, given to outstanding and iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.
Set above azure waters or nestled along beach coves, the 100 elegantly designed villas by renowned Kerry Hill Architects blend island living with modern design
Relish in the vibrant culinary scene with 7 restaurants and bars, showcasing global cuisines and wondrous views
Receive personal attention and curated itineraries from your personal Aris Meeha butler
Indulge in a personalised wellness experience at the spa sanctuary that features organic treatments, relaxation lounges, salons and a boutique
Take a short boat transfer to Patina Maldives’ Fari Marina Village, and discover a myriad of luxury shopping, fine dining and entertainment facilities
Partake in exciting water and land-based activities such as snorkelling, tennis, parasailing and more
Young guests can engage in a host of daily activities including sports and arts & crafts, set within the futuristic indoor & outdoor club for kids and teenagers
Read our full write-up on Ritz-Carlton Maldives here
Patina Maldives - 45 minutes by luxury speedboat
Patina Maldives is a radical and new resort with a unique and radiant character, offering guests the innate beauty of its precious location with one hand and a host of happenings with the other. Guests are free to choose between privacy and seclusion, exploring a triptych of luxury resort islands, and embracing the vibrant social scene that emanates from the archipelago's communal heart: the Fari Marina Village and Fari Beach Club. Guests staying at Patina Maldives will also enjoy a complimentary shuttle to and fro The Ritz-Carlton Maldives.
Resort Highlights:
Awarded Five Star in the Forbes' Travel Guide 2023 Award, given to outstanding and iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.
Designed by renowned architect, Marcio Kogan from Studio MK27, there are 90 exquisitely appointed Beach and Water Pool Villas
The island is home to the Fari Marina Village, a 20-berth Marina and Social hub with a myriad of restaurants and social happenings
A dedicated Patina Essentialist butler is on hand for your every need - from itinerary planning to personal wants
Enjoy a handpicked ensemble of conscious cuisine with 12 different dining concepts across the resort
Headed by 2 Michelin Star Chef, Nich Bril, the Fari Beach Club is the resort’s beachfront entertainment centre with multi-sensory dining & entertainment experiences
Discover a myriad of luxury shopping, fine dining and entertainment facilities at the Fari Marina Village
Immerse in holistic wellbeing at the FLOW spa, with intelligence-led and bespoke spa programmes
Keep your little ones entertained with a host of dedicated kids' facilities and offerings at their Footprints Kids' Club
Complimentary introductory courses to swimming, snorkelling, and surfing for children aged under 12 years old
Read our full write-up on Patina Maldives, Fari Islands here.
One&Only Reethi Rah - 50 minutes by luxury speedboat
Set on one of the largest private islands and stretching across six kilometres of secluded coastline in North Malé Atoll, this superb all-villa resort offers an unrivalled level of style, truly unique experiences and endless activities to discover. Located about 700km southwest of Sri Lanka, the resort is surrounded by the wonders of the Indian Ocean, making it a jewel among a string of coral atolls, lagoons and white sands. The resort's location is so far removed from reality that it commands its own time zone. Set one hour ahead of Male's timezone, guests will get an extra hour of daylight, allowing you to enjoy cocktail hour while watching the renowned sunset.
Resort Highlights
Awarded Five Star in the Forbes' Travel Guide 2023 Award, given to outstanding and iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.
Six kilometres of private coastline with 12 pristine beaches of silky white sand and two picturesque swimming pool
Every single villa and residences are uniquely located and discreetly placed for unprecedented full privacy and seclusion
Their signature KidsOnly and OneTribe programmes are carefully tailored to families with younger guest
Hang out at the trendy beach club with activities and entertainment for all ages including an Art Studio, a climbing wall and an indoor golf simulator
Enjoy outdoor facilities including two floodlit tennis courts and a FIFA-approved synthetic football field
An exciting curation of eight incredible dining, bar and lounge options set in breathtaking ocean venues
Indulge in more than 500 labels of exceptional wines from the world’s finest wineries
A diver’s paradise with 2,000 species of fish found amidst incredible coral reefs
Read our full write-up on One&Only Reethi Rah Maldives here.
Huvafen Fushi - 35 minutes by luxury speedboat
With fewer than 50 rooms and Thakuru Butler service, Huavafen Fushi is a luxury five-star resort that epitomises the intimacy of an idyllic private island getaway. They are the benchmark for awe-inspiring tropical life. Plunge into aquamarine waters within an hour of landing, explore the North Malé atoll house reef and revel in spectacular Maldivian horizons while expanding your own.
Resort Highlights:
Proudly part of the illustrious Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) family, Huvafen Fushi offers a collection of 46 private bungalows and pavilions that epitomise legendary quality, style and service
Each private sanctuary has its plunge pool and its own unique allure
Convenient 35 minutes speedboat transfer from the international airport, in an unrivalled location with pristine views under no flight or boat path
A Thakuru personal assistant will welcome you the moment you arrive and is never more than a phone call away - from planning activities to spa and dinner reservations
Enjoy the dynamic culinary landscape featuring a myriad of dining choices, highlighting global cuisines and breathtaking vistas
Slip beneath the turquoise waves and discover a secret sanctuary – the world’s first underwater spa.
As Maldives’ first underground wine cellar, Vinum holds one of the largest collections in the Indian Ocean with more than 600 labels and 5,000 bottles
Relish the chef’s table experience at each of Huvafen Fushi's restaurants, by the infinity pool, in a cosy corner or under a starry sky on a private sandbank.
Partake in exciting water and land-based adventures such as snorkelling in the resort house reef, scuba diving, whale shark watching and more
Read our full write-up on Huvafen Fushi Maldives here.
Four Seasons Maldives Kuda Huraa - 25 minutes by speedboat
Gently rising from a sheet of turquoise, it’s hard to tell where the ocean ends and the sky begins at Four Seasons Maldives Kuda Huraa. Located on the North Malé Atoll, in the tranquil turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, discover the welcoming embrace of a lagoon, flower gardens, a private spa island and spacious new Beach Pavilion hideaways in a charming village setting.
Resort Highlights
Awarded Five Star in the Forbes' Travel Guide 2023 Award, given to outstanding and iconic properties with virtually flawless service and amazing facilities.
The resort features three stunning swimming pools - a 1269 sqm free-form freshwater infinity pool, an adults-only pool and a kids' pool
Choose from a wide range of overwater and beach accommodation options to suit you and your family's needs
Offering a complimentary daily programme of sports, crafts and games for 4 to 12 years old, the Kuda Mas Club keeps the youngest guests entertained during their holidays
The newly refurbished Island Spa is also one of the only few spas in the Maldives located on its own private isle; just a minute's sail by Dhoni across Kuda Huraa's lagoon
Indulge in 6 diverse restaurants and bars spread across an awe-inspiring setting
For the adventurous, partake in a myriad of exciting water sports with complimentary snorkels, masks, fins, kayak, catamaran sailing and windsurfing gear.
Their recreation experts will guide you through one of the world's most incredible marine habitats with dolphin cruises, turtle or shark safaris, fishing trips and snorkel adventures of all kinds.
Read our full write-up on Four Seasons Maldives Kuda Huraa here
Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali - 45 minutes by speedboat
Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali is the latest addition, revealing the transformation of Olhahali island into one of the Maldives’ most innovative resorts. The resort features luxurious accommodations with private pools, offering unparalleled privacy and exclusivity for couples seeking a romantic getaway.
Coming in at an admirable 4th place in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Award - Indian Ocean Category, the former LUX* North Male Atoll Resort & Villas is contemporary in design and provides a stark contrast to the more traditional take on island life.
Resort Highlights
Dotted around the island are gorgeous contemporary, two-storey villas, each with a pink-rimmed infinity pool and a 120 sqm private rooftop
The lavishly designed Beach and Overwater Retreat is a three-level penthouse sanctuary for up to 8 guests
Experience a sublimely sensory dining experience with eye-catching interiors at their restaurants and bars
A kids club provides engaging programmes for little ones with expert supervision
The resort is located in a prime location to experience Maldives’ most celebrated dive sites, including an
extensive private lagoon with accessible house reef
During the breezier months, the waters around the Atoll are the perfect playground for waterskiing, wakeboarding and kite surfing
Take the world of land and sea activities to a new and exciting level with their extensive range of equipment and activities, from kite-surfing to jet skiing
Read our full write-up on Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali here
Gili Lankanfushi Maldives - 20 minutes by speedboat
Re-opened on 1st December 2019, Gili Lankanfushi Maldives is set on the private island of Lankanfushi in the North Male Atoll, with the surroundings teeming with marine life. With a uniquely laid philosophy, Gili Lankanfushi is one of Maldives' best-loved resorts. Fusing rustic design and unparalleled service with awe-inspiring natural surroundings, Gili Lankanfushi is one of the pioneers of ethical, sustainable, barefoot luxury in the Maldives.
Resort Highlights
Recognised in the Top 10 leading resorts in Asia and among the top 1% of hotels globally in 2021’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards by Tripadvisor
Experience the world's largest overwater villa - at 1,700 sqm, the Private Reserve offers total seclusion that is located 300m away from the nearest residence and comprises five vast buildings linked by open-air walkways.
Offering utmost privacy and sophistication, Gili Maldives complements the natural beauty of Maldives with 45 villas sustainably and exquisitely designed over-water villas
Gili Lankanfushi's gastronomic vision embraces the bounty of the surrounding waters alongside carefully sourced seasonal ingredients, which feature across the island's three restaurants.
Located in one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives, Gili Lankanfushi is the epitome of paradise with the surroundings teeming with marine life
Many renowned dive sites, such as Banana, HP or Rainbow Reef, Okobe Thila, Nassimo Thila, Maagiri and Manta Point are a short boat ride away from our resort
For surf lovers, you can surf at three of the very best surf reefs in Maldives or learn to ride the waves in their lagoon. Gili Lankanfushi’s setting in the North Malé atoll is ideally located for unbeatable surfing
Read our full write-up on Gili Lankanfushi Maldives here
Naladhu Private Island - 30 minutes by luxury speedboat
The preferred Maldivian getaway of royalty, celebrities and Fortune 500-ers, Naladhu Private Island Maldives by Anantara, is set on the island of Velighandu Huraa amidst a range of beautiful island gems in the South Male Atoll. Beyond its luxury and seclusion, this idyllic tropical enclave transports its guests to another world. A stay like no other, guests can revel in the elegant comfort of Naladhu Maldives' 20 beach and ocean houses, each just steps away from the crystalline sea and white sands that make Naladhu so breathtaking.
Resort Highlights
Named the best island resort in the Indian Ocean four years in a row and in the top 10 Best Resorts in the World by Condé Nast Traveler 2021 Readers' Choice Awards
Naladhu Private Island is an extremely private enclave of only 20 beach and ocean houses
Each of the beach and ocean houses are just steps away from the crystalline sea and white sands
Easy access to neighbouring islands, Anantara Dhigu and Anantara Veli
Guests can rejoice in a worry-free stay with a 24-hour dedicated Kuwaanu service
The resort offers a no-menu dining concept where guests can find culinary freedom with their chefs alongside you to guide and inspire, whatever your desire - morning, noon or night
At this wellness hotel island sanctuary, you can find the time and space to unwind and relax, heal and rejuvenate in their holistic spa
See the beauty of the Indian Ocean in an entirely new light with an extensive selection of exciting watersports and experiences offered
Read our full write-up on Naladhu Private Island Maldives here
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