Taj Exotica Resort and Spa, Maldives

Property Highlights

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers a choice of 64 luxurious villas and suites set across the beach or overwater.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa was acclaimed as the Best Villa Resort in Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2016. It was named the Best Wedding Destination in Maldives and Outstanding Island Resort Destination in South Asia at Asian Lifestyle Tourism Awards 2017.The Deep End restaurant on-site was awarded the 2016 Best of Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator.

Sign up for wildlife-spotting walks on the island. Being in the midst of one of the largest lagoons, the resort offers a great base for water sports such as windsurfing and parasailing.PADI-certified scuba diving and snorkelling can be enjoyed to explore the marine world surrounding the resort. Relaxation is assured with fantastic recreational facilities that include an infinity pool and hammocks on the beach. Jiva Grande Spa on-site offers yoga and a range of Indian ayurvedic therapies. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa has an in-house Ayurveda physician for assistance.Special experiences that can be enjoyed include seaplane tours and sunset cruises. Personalized butler service adds to the luxurious experience.For families, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers special activities for kids and babysitting service. Corporate travellers can benefit from the services of a 24-hour business centre .Other facilities include a travel desk and safe deposit lockers are also available at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa. Currency exchange, concierge and 24-hour laundry services are available at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa.Taj Exotica Resort & Spa has English and Hindi-speaking staff are available for assistance.

For dining, there are 4 outlets including a poolbar. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers stunning oceanic vistas . Besides these, the property offers 24-hour room service.Romantic dinners on the beach, on a treetop or a beach dugout can be arranged on request. For a truly private and exclusive experience, request a dinner at a sandbank or the mid-water Ocean Pavilion.Both of these are accessible only by boat.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers airport transfers, speedboat rentals and 24-hour speedboat services.

How to Reach the Property

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is located in Emboodhu Finolhu island, amidst one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives.Pristine sun-kissed beaches, tropical inlands that are famous for diversity in flora and fauna, as well as marine-rich waters make this island a great retreat.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa offers speedboat transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 15-minute speedboat ride and costs USD 99 per adult (12 years and above) , USD 49.5 per child (3 years onwards and less than 12 years) , and is free for infants (up to 2 years) .The cost is for roundtrip/return transfer and inclusive of taxes. Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 24 hours prior to arrival.Payment has to be done directly at the property. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa will arrange for the transfer and share details such as pick-up point, kiosk at the airport etc.

Food & Dining

• Dine at any of the 4 on-site eateries - all offer stunning lagoon views.
• The Deep End - Set overwater, this award-winning restaurant serves Mediterranean delicacies.
• Candle-lit tables and a trendy seating (partially alfresco) set the tone for a special dining experience.
• 24 Degrees - Teppanyaki and Indian food are served here along with delicacies from other cuisines across the world.
• The Equator Lounge - Sundowners take a different meaning here with the huge variety of wine, cocktails, cigars and shisha.
• Poolside Bar And Restaurant - By the infinity pool, this bar offers a selection of light snacks, finger food, pizzas and tropical drinks.
• Guests can also opt for special dinners in a variety of settings - on treetops, a dugout in the sandy beach or overwater.
• Dinners at sandbanks or an overwater pavilion that is accessible only by boat can be arranged too.

Room details and Amenities

• Choose from the range of 64 luxurious villas and suites set across the beach or overwater.
• Each villa here features stunning ocean views and amenities such as free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities, minibar and electronic safe.
• All villas/suites offer the luxury of 24-hour personalised butler service and luxurious beds with posturepedic mattresses, Frette linen and choice of pillows (pillow menu). 
• Enjoy the latest shows on a large flat-screen LCD TV. Each villa has a media centre with DVD/CD/MP3 player too. 
• Yoga kits, cribs as well as iron and ironing boards are available on request
• With the exception of Lagoon Villa Ocean View, all villas and suites boast private pools.
• Premium Villas have additional features such as private manmade beach and a walled garden. 
• Suites boast separate living rooms and a dining area.
• Two-Bedroom Beach Suites offer the luxury of a spa treatment room and in-room services by Jiva Grande Spa.
• The award-winning Rehendi Presidential Overwater Suite boasts stylish furnishings, a huge private pool and a hammock over the lagoon.
• All en-suite bathrooms have Molton Brown bath amenities, bath menu, bath salts, lit makeup mirror, hair dryer and scale.
• They have Ploh bathrobes, as well as outdoor garden shower and/or bathtubs that offer great ocean views.
• The bathroom at the Presidential Overwater Suite are glassed all over and ensure expansive ocean views.

Activities & Experiences

• Enjoy relaxing sessions at the on-site spa.   
• The little ones can have fun doing activities specially arranged for them. 
• Sign up for water sports such as parasailing and wakeboarding, or opt for a snorkelling and scuba diving session.
• Seaplane tours and sunset cruises can be enjoyed too.

For Couples

The luxurious villas here boast stunning views, 24-hour butler service, bathtubs that overlook the ocean and premium amenities - perfect for a romantic rendezvous.Special dinners on secluded overwater pavilions, sandbanks, treetops or the beach add to the magic. Couples can also sign up for sunset cruises and seaplane tours.For special occasions, guests can enjoy bath decoration and a cake (once during the stay) .