Gaafu Alifu Atoll, Maldives
BEACH VILLA WITH POOL
220 sq m
Guests: 2 adults
OVERWATER VILLA WITH POOL
230 sq m
Guests: 2 adults
SUNSET OVERWATER VILLA WITH POOL
230 sq m
Guests: 2 adults
BEACH RESIDENCE WITH POOL
260 sq m
Guests: 4 adults
OVERWATER RESIDENCE WITH POOL
300 sq m
Guests: 4 adults
SUNSET OVERWATER RESIDENCE WITH POOL
300 sq m
Guests: 4 adults
RAFFLES ROYAL RESIDENCE
1250 sq m
Guests: 8 adults
THARI
Throughout the day, chefs present a tempting assortment of fresh dishes. From breakfast pastries and fruits to vibrant salads and lighter meals, guests can enjoy the open, relaxed atmosphere of dining on the beachfront.
THE FIREPIT
Enjoy a unique beachside experience at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo’s barbecue restaurant. As the flames of the firepit flicker, watch chefs use one of the oldest forms of cooking to create
stunning, full of flavour dishes. With chilled cocktails and an exceptional wine list, this is the place to soak up the beauty of the setting sun or the clear, star-filled night skies in a relaxed, natural environment.
YUZU – NIKKEI CUISINE
Peruvian – Nikkei cuisine is a rich melting pot of influences, blending indigenous traditions with those introduced by immigrants, including Spanish, Italian, Chinese and Japanese. Ceviche is inspired by this vibrant, diverse tradition, with a menu that bursts with flavour and colour.
YAPA – SUNSET BAR
Overwater bar draws its inspiration from the national drinks of South America and Japan: Picso, Mezcal, Tequila, Sake. Let world leading experts guide you through the flavours. The bar also offers a light menu designed to complement each drink, including fresh tacos, sliders and oysters.
LONG BAR
Explore list of the world’s most prestigious cocktails and champagnes and sip a chilled glass as you relax in elegant surroundings.
RAFFLES SPA
Set over the water and open to the blue skies above, Raffles spa is a haven of serenity. Feel the warm sun and gentle breeze on your skin as skilled therapists soothe and rejuvenate you.
Each luxurious treatment is based on native ingredients and ancient rituals, combining the therapeutic power of nature with the latest techniques. Allow the expertise of the Raffles spa team to help you experience new depths of relaxation and emerge refreshed.
DIVING
Dive deep into some of the world’s most revered sites, where clear waters and thriving marine life lead to unforgettably beautiful experiences and challenges for divers of every level of experience.
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo also offers a unique Tiger Shark diving experience at Fuvahmulah, where the island’s unique location makes this one of the best diving destinations in the world boasting of an abundance schools of sharks seen all year round.
The resort is also surrounded by several beautiful coral gardens within a 20-30 minute radius.
HOUSE REEF SNORKELING
Discover the enchanting, colourful world beneath the ocean’s surface as you explore house reefs with your Marine Butler. See a fascinating natural habitat and witness a dazzling parade of tropical fish shimmering sunburst yellow and electric blue. This precious ecosystem is endlessly fascinating, and you can learn more about our efforts to protect it from our resident marine biologist.
MEET THE SEA TURTLES
Get to know Apollo, one of our 25 resident hawksbill turtles, or hop aboard one of regular green turtle-watching expeditions. Find out how these ancient reptiles nest, navigate and survive predators.
At the southern end of the Maldives, in the crystal waters of the Indian Ocean, lies a rare oasis: Raffles Maldives Meradhoo. This uniquely idyllic resort brings the legendary service of Raffles, host to the well- travelled since 1887, to Gaafu Alifu, one of the world’s largest and most remote natural atolls. The result is a resort like no other. On this tranquil haven, unparalleled Raffles luxury whispers like a breeze across lush greenery and white sands, creating a space in which to realign and feel in harmony with your surroundings. Across the two islands, thirty-eight magnificent beachfront and overwater villas and residences offer an abundance of space.
Luxurious therapies in the overwater spa relax and rejuvenate, while in the three restaurants and two bars, the freshest local and international dishes are served against a backdrop of stunning natural scenery. And of course, the inimitable Raffles butler service will elevate your stay into an unforgettable experience. From the moment you step on shore, you will know you have arrived somewhere truly special. A place to dive or snorkel and explore our colourful house reefs and fascinating marine life beneath the clear waters. To wonder at the corals and white sands, sharks and tropical fish. A place simply to unwind and allow yourself to reconnect. A place so beautiful and pure, you can rediscover your own rhythm. Two remote islands. Unique Raffles service. An experience like no other.
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo is a 90-minute seaplane ride away from Velana International Airport. The resort can also be reached by a 55-minute domestic flight to KDM Airport and a 15-minute boat ride.
Allow us to arrange this unforgettable experience to and from Velana International Airport, crossing several atolls and finally landing directly on the ocean of liquid silk at Raffles Maldives in the untouched Gaafu Alifu Atoll.