Royal Island Resort is a tropical island retreat located in the beautiful Baa Atoll, surrounded by white sandy beaches, lush vegetation, and the turquoise waters of the Maldives. The resort offers a collection of beachfront villas designed with traditional Maldivian-inspired architecture and modern comforts, creating a relaxed setting for couples, families, and island travelers.
The Beach Villas are located along the shoreline and feature private terraces, spacious interiors, open-air bathrooms, and direct access to the beach. For guests wishing to enjoy spectacular evening views, the Sunset Beach Villas are ideally positioned to capture the colours of the Maldivian sunset.
The Beach Pool Villas provide additional privacy with a private pool and outdoor relaxation space, while the Two-Bedroom Family Beach Villas offer extra room for families or groups travelling together. For a more exclusive island experience, the Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Residence combines generous living spaces, a private pool, and enhanced comfort in a spacious beachfront setting.
Each accommodation provides a comfortable retreat where guests can enjoy the natural beauty of the island just steps away from their villa.
Dining at Royal Island Resort offers a variety of international and island-inspired flavours in relaxed settings overlooking the beach and ocean.
Maakanaa is the resort's main restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a selection of international and Maldivian-inspired dishes. Raabondhi provides a more intimate oceanfront dining experience, specialising in freshly prepared seafood and grilled specialties.
Guests can enjoy drinks and relaxation throughout the day at the resort's bars. Boli Bar provides a casual setting for coffee, cocktails, and refreshments, while the Pool Bar is ideal for enjoying tropical drinks beside the pool. In the evening, Fun Pub offers a lively social atmosphere with entertainment, music, and a selection of beverages.
Royal Island Resort offers a variety of experiences for guests wishing to explore the Maldives both above and below the water. Snorkelling and diving provide opportunities to discover the colourful marine environment of Baa Atoll, while the resort's dive centre offers experiences for both beginners and experienced divers.
A range of water sports is available, including windsurfing, paddleboarding, catamaran sailing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, and guided snorkelling adventures. Guests can also venture beyond the island on sunset cruises, dolphin-watching excursions, fishing trips, and visits to nearby local islands.
For those who prefer to stay active on land, the resort offers facilities and activities such as tennis, badminton, beach volleyball, fitness facilities, and indoor games.
Nestled within the island's tropical surroundings, Araamu Spa provides a peaceful escape dedicated to relaxation and rejuvenation. Guests can enjoy a selection of massages, body treatments, beauty therapies, and wellness experiences inspired by traditional healing practices.
The spa offers private treatment spaces for individuals and couples, along with therapies designed to restore balance and promote well-being. Ayurvedic treatments, deep-tissue massages, facials, and signature wellness rituals are complemented by relaxation facilities, creating an ideal setting to unwind after a day of island adventures.
Royal Island Resort offers a range of meal plans and enhanced holiday experiences designed to make a stay convenient and enjoyable. Depending on the selected package, guests can enjoy dining and beverage benefits, including a selection of drinks and culinary experiences.
Additional activities and experiences may include selected water sports, excursions, and personalised island moments. For couples and special occasions, private beach dining can provide a memorable setting for a romantic evening by the Indian Ocean.
Families can enjoy spacious accommodation options, including Two-Bedroom Family Beach Villas, providing additional comfort and privacy for guests travelling together.
The island's calm beaches and tropical surroundings create opportunities for families to enjoy snorkelling, water activities, beach games, and outdoor adventures. A selection of recreational activities, including tennis, badminton, and other island sports, ensures there are experiences suitable for different ages and interests.
Located in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, Royal Island Resort is surrounded by one of the Maldives' most remarkable marine environments. The resort's location provides guests with opportunities to discover the region's diverse underwater world through snorkelling, diving, and marine excursions.
The natural environment plays an important role in the island experience, with conservation awareness and responsible practices supporting the preservation of the surrounding marine ecosystem. From exploring coral reefs to enjoying the island's pristine beaches and tropical vegetation, guests can experience the natural beauty that makes Baa Atoll one of the Maldives' most celebrated destinations.
With its beachfront villas, diverse dining experiences, water sports, diving opportunities, relaxing wellness facilities, and beautiful Baa Atoll location, Royal Island Resort offers a balanced Maldivian escape for couples, families, and adventure seekers. Whether exploring the underwater world, enjoying a sunset cruise, relaxing at the spa, or simply unwinding on the beach, guests can experience the Maldives at their own pace.
Our swim-up pool bar serves everything from ice-cold beers to freshly pressed juices. With submerged seating and a traditional palm-thatched roof, it's a place to embrace a slower pace of life.
OPENING HOURS
10:00 - 18:00
Open morning, noon, and night, our beachside restaurant, Maakanaa, is a place to come together and feast on food that captures the true spirit of the Maldives.
OPENING HOURS
Breakfast - 7:30 - 10:00
Lunch - 12:30 - 14:00
Dinner - 19:00 - 21:00
With soft, cabana-style seating and classic beach bar vibes, Boli Bar is where you can come together over live music, freshly brewed coffee, and coconut-infused cocktails.
OPENING HOURS
Open 24 hours
The food at Raabondhi is a celebration of the underwater world around us. Flamed-grilled meats and freshly caught seafood, ocean-facing tables, and a laid-back atmosphere to match.
OPENING HOURS
11:00 - 23:00
Nestled amidst lush tropical gardens, Araamu Spa at Royal Island Resort is a sanctuary of relaxation designed to rejuvenate the body and mind. The spa embraces Maldivian healing traditions, Ayurvedic treatments, and modern wellness therapies, providing a holistic approach to well-being.
Guests can customize their spa experience with half-day and full-day wellness packages, combining multiple therapies for an immersive relaxation journey.
Located in the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is considered part of South Asia. Known as the Republic of Maldives, the country is directly south of India and southwest of Sri Lanka. The Maldives is an archipelago that rests between the Arabian Sea and the Indian Ocean. Comprised of an estimated 1,200 islands, the Maldives is not completely occupied. Some areas are uninhabited, due to lack of resources or uncertainty regarding safety.A slender coral cay in the Raa Atoll, Dhigali Island is pure Maldivian bliss.
There are plenty of other stunning tropical locations around the globe - and some even much closer to home - so why the Maldives? "The most unique aspect of the Maldives is certainly the one island, one hotel concept," explains Richard. "Each resort is located on its very own private island, creating an exclusive and peaceful environment. The Maldives is also known for its lush natural surroundings and wildlife, with resorts being built in harmony with nature." To this point, many of the properties are very eco-friendly, with an emphasis in particular on preserving natural wildlife.