Baa Atoll
Royal Island Resort & Spa
ratings 8.7 / 10
Royal Island Resort & Spa description
Accommodations
Royal Island Resort, located in the Maldives' stunning Baa Atoll, offers 152 beachfront villas, each providing breathtaking ocean views and direct beach access. The villas are designed with traditional Maldivian architecture and modern comforts, ensuring an indulgent yet tranquil retreat.
- Beach Villa – Elegant beachfront villas with a private terrace, offering a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.
- Sunset Beach Villa - Positioned for the best sunset views, these villas enhance the experience with warm evening hues over the Indian Ocean.
- Beach Pool Villa - Features a private plunge pool, allowing guests to relax in seclusion while overlooking the crystal-clear waters.
- Two-Bedroom Family Beach Villa - Ideal for families, these villas accommodate up to six guests, offering interconnecting rooms and extra space.
- Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Residence – A premium accommodation option with luxury amenities, a private pool, and exclusive services for discerning travelers.
Each villa comes with spacious interiors, open-air bathrooms, sun decks, and direct access to white sandy beaches for an immersive island experience.
Dining & Bars
Royal Island Resort boasts two signature restaurants and three bars, each offering diverse culinary experiences:
- Maakanaa (International Cuisine) – A beachfront all-day dining venue serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a mix of Maldivian and global dishes.
- Raabondhi (Seafood & Grilled Specialties) – An ocean-facing fine dining restaurant known for freshly caught seafood and flame-grilled meats.
- Boli Bar – A 24-hour lounge offering cocktails, coffee, and live music in a relaxed, cabana-style setting.
- Pool Bar – A swim-up bar serving ice-cold beers, fresh juices, and tropical cocktails.
- Fun Pub - A lively evening venue with DJs, live bands, and an extensive drink menu.
Activities & Excursions
Royal Island Resort offers a blend of adventure and relaxation, with a range of land and water-based activities:
- Diving & Snorkeling – Home to diveOceanus, an award-winning PADI-certified dive center, offering access to Hanifaru Bay, where guests can swim alongside manta rays and whale sharks.
- Water Sports – Includes jet skiing, windsurfing, paddleboarding, catamaran sailing, wakeboarding, and guided snorkeling excursions.
- Excursions – Guests can enjoy sunset cruises, dolphin safaris, big-game fishing, and local island visits for a taste of Maldivian culture.
- Land Activities – Facilities include a tennis court, badminton court, beach volleyball, a fitness center, and indoor games.
Spa & Wellness
The Araamu Spa, hidden within lush greenery, is a sanctuary for relaxation. It offers:
- Private treatment villas for couples and individuals.
- Signature Rituals like the "Back to Roots" therapy, incorporating Maldivian healing traditions.
- Ayurvedic Treatments, deep-tissue massages, facials, and beauty therapies.
- Wellness facilities include Jacuzzis, steam rooms, and relaxation lounges.
Premium & All-Inclusive Services
Guests who opt for all-inclusive packages enjoy:
- Unlimited premium beverages, cocktails, and fine wines.
- Exclusive dining privileges at specialty restaurants.
- Daily excursions and guided tours.
- Complimentary non-motorized water sports.
- Private beach dining experiences for romantic evenings.
Family-Friendly Amenities
The resort caters to families with:
- Two-Bedroom Family Villas, ensuring privacy and space.
- Kids' diving programs and beginner-friendly snorkeling excursions.
- Fun land sports such as beach games, tennis, and badminton.
Sustainability & Unique Features
Situated within a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Royal Island Resort is committed to eco-friendly initiatives:
- Marine conservation programs to protect local reefs and marine life.
- Energy-efficient practices to reduce the resort's carbon footprint.
- Sustainable dining, using locally sourced ingredients where possible.
With its pristine beaches, luxurious villas, world-class diving, and holistic wellness experiences, Royal Island Resort offers an unforgettable Maldivian escape for both adventure-seekers and those looking for relaxation.
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Pool Bar
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
Maakana Restaurant
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
Boli Bar
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
Raabondhi Restaurant
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
Fun Pub
With a well-stocked bar and music from live bands and DJs until late, Fun Pub provides the setting and soundtrack for those livelier nights on the island.
OPENING HOURS
21:00 - late
Spa & Wellness: Araamu Spa
Overview
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.
Facilities
- Private spa villas for individual or couple treatments
- Jacuzzis and plunge pools for relaxation before and after treatments
- Steam rooms and saunas to enhance detoxification
- Outdoor relaxation areas with tranquil garden views
Signature Treatments
- "Back to Roots" Ritual – A traditional Maldivian healing therapy, using local herbs and oils to relieve stress and tension.
- Royal Signature Massage – A full-body treatment combining deep tissue techniques and aromatherapy for ultimate relaxation.
- Four Hands Massage – Two therapists work in perfect harmony to create a synchronized, deeply relaxing experience.
Massage & Therapy Offerings
- Ayurvedic Treatments – Holistic therapies like Shirodhara, Abhyanga, and herbal oil massages.
- Deep Tissue & Balinese Massages - Target muscle tension and improve circulation.
- Hot Stone Therapy – Uses warm volcanic stones to melt away stress and fatigue.
- Reflexology & Thai Massage – Focuses on energy lines to restore balance and promote healing.
Guests can customize their spa experience with half-day and full-day wellness packages, combining multiple therapies for an immersive relaxation journey.
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Diving
Baa Atoll is rich in marine life encounters and blessed with dive sites of “Thilas", channels and coral gardens. The atoll itself is tranquil warm and offers the best of diving.
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Water Sports
One of the world's most magical destinations nestled by turquoise waters and boasting an abundance of sunshine throughout the year; the Maldives is an idyllic setting for adrenalin-fueled water sports.
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Excursions
Take a trip out to the nearby reefs and discover an underwater wonderland, enjoy an exciting fishing trip, or meet some of the local residents during an island tour.
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Land sports
Enjoy land activities such as badminton, table tennis, floodlit tennis in the evenings or our state-of-the-art fitness centre.
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