Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa-Deluxe All Inclusive

Property Highlights

Opened in 2019, the property offers a choice of 120 luxurious villas set across the beach or overwater on the lagoon.

The resort was awarded the Global Winner for Luxury All-inclusive Retreat at World Luxury Hotel Awards 2020. It was also named the World's Leading New Resort at the World Travel Awards 2020.The Emerald Spa was the Continental Winner (Indian Ocean) for Best Unique Experience Spa at World Luxury Spa Awards 2020. The on-site restaurant Amazonico was the Continental Winner (Indian Ocean) for Eclectic/International Cuisine at World Luxury Restaurant Awards 2020.

Most villas offer sweeping views of the stunning lagoon.

The resort offers ultimate relaxation in its Balinese-style spa. Besides Thai and Balinese therapies, the spa has a Jacuzzi, Turkish baths and a sauna.Play tennis or soccer, swim in the oceanfront pool, and work out at the Technogym. There are 2 Padel courts as well.Go diving with the assistance of PADI-certified instructors, snorkel or try kayaking. Other water sports including jet skiing, catamaran sailing, kite surfing and windsurfing can be enjoyed too. For the little ones, Dolphin Kids Club offers a dedicated pool, a restaurant and a large play area. There are planned activities as well.The resort also offers a 24-hour front desk, laundry, concierge and daily housekeeping services. English, Hindi and Tamil-speaking staff are available for assistance.

There are 6 dining outlets here. Guests can enjoy 24-hour room service, barbecues and a choice of halal and vegetarian food.

How to Reach the Property

The resort is spread across a 20-hectare private island in Raa Atoll.

The property offers seaplane transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 40-minute flight and costs USD 570 per adult, USD 340 per child (2 to 12 years) , and is free for infants (up to 1 year) .Alternatively, guests can avail the domestic flight + speedboat transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 35-minute flight followed by a 15-minute speedboat ride, and costs USD 530 per adult, USD 270 per child (2 to 12 years) , and is free for infants (up to 1 year) . The costs are for roundtrip/return transfer and inclusive of taxes. Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 72 hours prior to arrival.Payment has to be done directly at the property. The property will arrange for the transfer and share details such as pick-up point, kiosk at the airport etc.

Food & Dining

• Guests can dine at any of the 6 eateries here.
• Aqua Restaurant -  This beachfront eatery serves lavish buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
• Besides having live cooking stations for Mediterranean, Japanese, Italian and Chinese dishes, there is a bar.
• Beach Club Grill - Open for lunch and dinner, this eatery serves barbecued dishes, pizzas and pastas. It has a beach bar too.
• Amazonico Restaurant - Dig into delicacies from Central and South America including Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, and Chile. This eatery is open only for dinner.
• Le Asiatique Restaurant - Nestled amidst the resort's tropical greenery, this restaurant is open only for dinner.
• It serves Teppanyaki besides other Asian delicacies.
• Sunset Pool Cafe - This bar is perfect for enjoying sundowners. 
• Sunrise Cafe - This cafe, on the other hand, is ideal for early risers keen on witnessing the mesmerizing sunrise.
• The property also offers all-inclusive meals with below inclusions:
• Welcome drink upon arrival 
• Minibar (wine, beer, soft drinks, water)
• Select wine and beverages available at onsite eateries (premiums brands chargeable)
• Non-motorized water sports (extra charge for private lessons)
• Use of snorkeling equipment (mask, snorkel, fins)
• 20-minute guided group snorkelling sessions twice a week (subject to weather conditions)
• 1 excursion per stay (minimum 7 nights stay)
• 2 excursions per stay (minimum 10 nights stay)

Room details and Amenities

• Each of the 120 villas here is exquisitely furnished for a luxurious holiday.
• Amenities in each include 2 flat-screen TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, walk-in closet, air-conditioning and overhead fans.
• Villas with private pool/Jacuzzi are available too.
• The Royal Beach Villa is a 2-storeyed accommodation with 3 bedrooms, a massage area, a pool, a private bar and a kitchen.
• The Presidential Water Villa has 2 bedrooms, 2 walk-in closets, a lounge, private bar and kitchen. 
• En-suite bathrooms feature indoor/outdoor showers and a bathtub.

Activities & Experiences

• Enjoy relaxing spa therapies, swim in the oceanfront pool, and play games such as tennis, soccer and billiards.
• Children can have lots of fun at the Dolphin Kids Club. It has a pool, well-planned activities as well as a huge play area.
• Explore the underseas with snorkelling and diving sessions. 
• Adrenaline-pulping activities such as jet skiing, kite surfing and windsurfing.
• Gentler souls can enjoy kayaking and catamaran sailing.

For Couples

Couples can stay in villas with private pool/Jacuzzis, enjoy sundowners at the beach bar and romantic dinners. Guests can also enjoy the following benefits for special occasions (occasion and proof required for each at the time of booking) : 30-minute massage at the Emerald Spa, a bottle of sparkling wine and floral decoration in room, and a-la-carte romantic dinner for two (wedding not older than 12 months) .This benefit is applicable only once for minimum 4 night stays.