The Maldives is a beautiful country, filled with amazing resorts. If you’re looking for a holiday that takes you underwater, there are plenty of options for you. Here’s a quick look at a few of the more popular destinations for those who like to swim.
You & Me by Cocoon
You & Me by Cocoon is a newly built luxury resort in the Maldives, situated on a secluded island in the northern atoll. This unique resort targets couples and honeymooners. It features a full dine around policy in four gourmet restaurants.
The resort offers a wide variety of activities. From diving to yoga and beach volleyball, there’s plenty to keep you occupied. In addition, You & Me by Cocoon is certified for diving, offering courses to suit all abilities.
In the morning, you’ll enjoy a high-standard breakfast. You can also choose from a wide variety of other food and beverage options at the resort. Whether you want a romantic candlelit dinner, a sushi lunch, or a full-fledged international cuisine, you’ll be able to find it here.
For a truly immersive experience, you can head to the underwater restaurant H2O. Located six metres below sea level, you can get a view of the marine life beneath.
You & Me by Cocoon is geared towards couples and honeymooners, offering everything from fine dining to adventure sports. And, with the addition of the new ‘dine around’ concept, there are now even more reasons to stay at this resort.
Guests can also opt to enjoy a few therapeutic treatments from all over the world. You’ll also find a full-service spa and Elizabeth Arden’s exclusive spa. There’s even a dive school. Moreover, you’ll have access to the area’s best diving sites.
For a true escape from it all, you can also check out You & Me by Cocoon’s private pool villas. These luxurious accommodations boast a huge living space and bedroom. Also, they include a private pool and outdoor deck.
You & Me by Cocoon has a lot more to offer than you might think. This is a perfect retreat for a romantic getaway or a trip with friends.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
The world’s first underwater hotel residence at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort is an ambitious display of architecture, technology and design. Guests can experience panoramic views of the Indian Ocean from their own private underwater suite.
Located 16 feet below sea level in the Maldives, the Muraka is a luxury underwater villa at the Conrad Maldives Rangali Resort. This private residence features a spacious living and dining area, as well as an infinity pool. It can sleep up to nine guests. There are also two bedrooms on the ground level, with a bathroom and ocean-facing bathtub.
Designed by architect Ahmed Saleem, the Muraka features a spiral staircase and a private jetty. All rooms feature floor-to-glass windows that allow for sweeping views of the Maldives.
Other amenities include an outdoor deck, fitness center, fitness trainer, sauna, and a hot tub. In addition, a personal chef prepares meals for guests. The dining room is open-air, but there are also private dining options.
The Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is set on a tropical island in the Maldives. There are 150 overwater villas. A 30-minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport will get you there.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is the ultimate vacation spot, attracting both travelers and jet setters alike. You can experience everything from dolphin spotting to whale shark trips. Guests can also indulge in karaoke rooms, a spa, and more.
Conrad Maldives Rangali is a Hilton resort. If you’re a member of the brand’s Honors program, you can redeem points to stay there. Those who have Gold and Diamond memberships will receive free breakfast at the resort.
With twelve restaurants and bars, the Conrad Maldives Resort offers an amazing variety of dining options. Each restaurant serves a variety of international cuisines, including grilled scallops, grilled shrimp, and organic food. Guests can also dine at the all-glass undersea restaurant, Ithaa.
Muraka
Guests of Muraka Maldives Resorts Under Water will find themselves immersed in a magical experience. A villa constructed over a coral reef, the Muraka offers an unmatched view of the ocean.
The Muraka, a resort villa, is the first to be perched on stilts above water. It features a private jetty, a fitness center, a private island host, and an infinity pool. There are also four jet skis available for use.
Aside from its unique location, The Muraka is a modern marvel. Among its many features, guests will enjoy a private viewing theater. They can even direct an underwater film. You can also book spa treatments in the suite.
Designed with group travel in mind, The Muraka is also one of the most technologically advanced villas in the world. Built in three parts, the entire structure was built in Singapore. An engineering feat, the 600-ton lower level was shipped to the Maldives aboard a specially-designed ship.
The upper-level features an expansive open-plan dining area. It also includes two additional bedrooms, a sun deck, and an infinity pool.
Another of the villa’s luxuries is its own private bar. It features an acrylic enclosure, a large walk-in closet, and panoramic ocean views.
The top floor is a sun deck, a relaxation deck, and an infinity pool. The deck faces sunrise and sunset, and has a private butler’s quarters.
The Muraka is also home to the resort’s own underwater restaurant, called Ithaa. Ithaa offers a unique dining experience, and visitors can enjoy tropical fish and fine wines.
Muraka Maldives Resorts Under Water has been called the world’s first underwater hotel villa. If you’re looking for a luxury vacation, you won’t find better than this.
Anantara Kihavah
Anantara Kihavah Maldives is a luxury island resort that offers unique experiences for guests. The resort is located in Baa Atoll, which is home to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Hanifaru Bay. Aside from being an eco-friendly hotel, Anantara also promotes innovation, education, and empowerment. It is also a great destination for family getaways.
Guests can also take part in Anantara Resort’s wellness programs. These include yoga, massage, and detoxifying treatments. They can even enjoy a spa treatment in the water. Moreover, the resort also has an underwater restaurant.
This luxurious resort in the Maldives has over-water villas that are designed with timber interiors. Each villa is equipped with a private pool. Some of these villas also feature private sailboats. There are ten different categories of villas at the resort.
One of the reasons why the resort is famous is its unique dining experiences. Guests can dine at the SEA Restaurant, the first underwater restaurant in the world with an integrated wine cellar. Guests can choose from a variety of premium dishes, including a four-course lunch.
Another unique experience is snorkeling with manta rays. In Hanifaru Bay, hundreds of these rays congregate to feed on tiny plankton. If you are lucky, you will be able to see these graceful creatures performing somersaults.
The resort also has an over-water observatory. Using a custom-made telescope, the Sky Guru can lead guests on stargazing expeditions.
The resort is also a green globe member. The resort uses age-old building techniques from the Maldivian archipelago. For example, the villas are built out of groove-lined timber. Also, the resort is fully committed to preserving the local culture.
Whether it’s a family vacation or a romantic getaway, Anantara Kihavah is a must-stay for travelers.
SUBSIX
There are some really amazing underwater restaurants in the Maldives. You can dine beneath the sea or on an artificial reef. The waters around the islands are home to a variety of fish and sea turtles. It is a great experience.
SUBSIX is a subaquatic nightclub and restaurant located 500 meters offshore from the Niyama Private Island in the Maldives. This club offers an immersive experience for both the young and the old. It is the world’s first fully-submerged nightclub.
Besides a nightclub, SUBSIX also offers an underwater lunch and a Champagne breakfast. The venue features chandeliers that are made from coral, a dangling Capiz shell ceiling, and soft anemone chairs.
Located in the Maldives, the Subsix is the first underwater nightclub in the country. Guests can descend six metres under the ocean’s surface to enjoy a unique experience. In addition to the club, guests can explore the surrounding waters, home to a variety of dolphins and hawkbill turtles.
Another unique feature of the Subsix is the three-tier stairway. Unlike many underwater restaurants, this one isn’t a gimmick. At the top is a restaurant, and at the bottom are soft anemone seats and a wine cellar.
SUBSIX is also an excellent place to enjoy an underwater wedding. If you’re looking for the ultimate romantic destination, consider this resort. With a luxurious boutique hotel, an expansive over-water villa, and a 49-meter infinity pool, you’re sure to have an extraordinary experience.
A speedboat will bring you from the mainland to the island. Once you’re there, you can ride a jet ski, snorkel, or go on a sailing adventure. Among other options, you can choose a massage or yoga lesson.