Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort

Property Highlights

Enjoy water sports such as jet skiing and snorkelling. The dive centre on-site assists in exploring the ocean with guided dive sessions.Embark on excursions to local islands. Within the resort, sign up for indulgent therapies at the overwater spa. Enjoy a swim in any of the 2 outdoor pools, work out at the 24-hour gym, or go for a jog on the island's private beach.There is a separate jogging track on the garden as well. Additional features at this resort include free Wi-Fi as well as concierge and babysitting/childcare services.

Opened in 2019, the resort has 38 villas and residences set on the beach or over water, away from the main land.

For dining, it has 5 eateries with amazing ocean views and 24-hour room service.

Location & Surroundings

The property offers domestic flight + speedboat transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 55-minute domestic flight to Kaadedhdhoo Airport and a 15-minute speedboat ride thereon to the resort.It costs USD 500 per adult and USD 250 per child (2 years and above) . 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 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.

The resort is located on Meradhoo Island, a private island in Gaafu Atoll, which is among the world's largest and deepest atolls.

Food and Dining

• Dine at any of the 5 eateries here.
• Thari - Sumptuous breakfast buffets, a-la-carte lunches and special themed dinners await you here.
• The Firepit - Open only for dinner, this eatery offers a unique dining space on the beach, with food cooked the old-fashioned way.
• Yuzu, Nikkei Cuisine - Open only for dinner, this over water eatery offers delicacies from Italy, Spain, China and Japan. 
• Long Bar - Set along the beachfront, this bar offers the perfect place to relax after a long day.
• Yapa Sunset Bar - Ideal for sundowners, this grand bar serves sushi, oysters and inventive small plates along with sake, tequila and other innovative cocktails.
• Yuzu and Yapa are set amidst the overwater villas.

Room details and Amenities

• Each of the 38 villas and residences here boasts a private pool, sundeck with sunbeds and butler service.
• There are separate butlers for attending to children's needs as well for planning your marine adventures.
• Besides being air-conditioned, each villa has amenities such as Nespresso machine, personal bar, yoga mats and beach bags.
• For entertainment, there is a HD LED TV with surround sound audio system in every villa.
• En-suite bathrooms boast bathtubs, separate rain showers, bathrobes and toiletries.

Activities & Nearby Attractions

• For relaxation, the resort has an overwater spa, 2 outdoor pools and pristine white sandy beaches.
• Work out at the gym, and jog on the beach or the dedicated jogging track in the garden.
• Enjoy diving, snorkelling, jet skiing and other water sports.
• Embark on excursions to local islands.

How to Reach the Property

The property offers domestic flight + speedboat transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 55-minute domestic flight to Kaadedhdhoo Airport and a 15-minute speedboat ride thereon to the resort.It costs USD 500 per adult and USD 250 per child (2 years and above) . 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 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.