Patience truly pays off for discerning travelers: after an extensive quest for an extraordinary destination, Raffles’ flagship Maldivian resort—originally debuting in May—now introduces 16 ultra-luxe overwater villas, redefining barefoot luxury in the Indian Ocean.
Nestled on an exclusive enclave at the southernmost edge of the Maldives, Raffles Maldives Meradhoo graces the untouched Gaafu Alifu Atoll. This intimate escape features just 21 beachfront and overwater villas and residences, an award-winning spa, exceptional oceanfront dining, and a renowned dive center led by an in-house marine biologist. The resort’s new Overwater Island Experience elevates the ambiance with expansive villas and residences set above crystalline waters, the acclaimed Nikkei fusion restaurant Yuzu, and the stylish Yapa pool bar offering panoramic sunset vistas. Guests enjoy full access to all resort amenities, enveloped in the legendary service for which Raffles is celebrated worldwide. Every guest is paired with a dedicated Marine Butler, curating bespoke snorkeling adventures across the property’s two vibrant house reefs. The surrounding Gaafu Alifu Atoll remains one of the world’s largest and most pristine, boasting astonishingly clear, warm waters teeming with vibrant marine life. Encounters with Apollo—the atoll’s well-known hawksbill turtle—are a frequent delight among the 20 resident turtles that call these reefs home. Each villa, among the most spacious in the Maldives, is thoughtfully designed with a grand marble soaking tub, private infinity pool, and an al fresco rain shower. Beach villas are cocooned in lush greenery, offering either sunrise or sunset views, while the overwater sanctuaries gaze out onto endless turquoise horizons.
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