Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa is a 5-star deluxe all-inclusive retreat and member of The Leading Hotels of the World, set on an unspoiled 7-hectare island in Raa Atoll. Reaching it takes roughly 45 minutes by seaplane, or a 40-minute domestic flight to Ifuru Airport followed by a short 5-minute speedboat ride. The island itself stretches across 1.2 kilometres of powder-white sand, ringed by a 100-hectare turquoise lagoon and one of the region's most vibrant coral reefs. Eighty villas span beachfront and overwater settings, shaped by clean lines, muted wood tones and an understated design language that still carries genuine island character - what the resort calls refined simplicity with cultural soul. Dining spreads across seven venues, from globally inspired buffets at the main restaurant to a Brazilian-style churrasco grill, an overwater Mediterranean setting, and Asian cooking paired with teppanyaki theatre. Beyond the table, the resort layers in a garden spa built for Thai- and Balinese-inspired treatments, a dedicated children's club, a PADI dive centre reaching turtles, sharks and eagle rays, and even a padel court on the marina jetty - a mix built equally for honeymooners and families chasing elegant, barefoot Maldivian luxury.
Room Types
1/6Beach Villas
Set beneath a canopy of palms, these 120-square-metre villas pair an open-air bathroom with a private furnished patio wrapped in greenery. Clean lines, muted wood tones and soft pastel touches carry through to a shaded timber deck that looks straight out to sea, keeping things calm and unmistakably beachfront.
1/6Beach Villas with Pool
Facing Emerald Faarufushi's white sand, these 172-square-metre villas frame sweeping ocean views through floor-to-ceiling glass beneath vaulted ceilings and pared-back décor. A 4x6-metre infinity pool sits between the entrance and the shoreline, alongside an air-conditioned bathroom, a generous wardrobe and a covered lounging patio.
1/10Family Beach Villas with Pool
Built for families across 220 square metres, this villa splits into a master bedroom and a children's room, each with its own bathroom. Covered and open patios flank a private 4x6-metre infinity pool, while a garden leads straight onto the resort's white sand beach.
1/11Presidential Beach Villa
Claiming a prime spot on the island's northwest shore where jungle meets sand, this 351-square-metre two-bedroom residence is lit by expansive windows beneath vaulted timber ceilings. A 12x5-metre infinity pool appears to merge with the horizon, joined by a jacuzzi, indoor and outdoor dining spaces, a walk-in closet, an air-conditioned bathroom and a generous living area - with snorkel gear, a private covered patio and an outdoor shower rounding out the beachfront package.
1/5Water Villas with Pool
Strung along Emerald Faarufushi's jetty, these 172-square-metre villas lean fully into ocean living through warm timber tones and generous glazing. Each comes with a private 8x3-metre infinity pool, an air-conditioned bathroom, a spacious wardrobe and a covered lounge patio, so the sea stays in view whether you're soaking in the tub or stretched out on the deck.
1/7Sunset Water Villa with Pool
Set along the jetty with the lagoon and its sunsets on full display, these 172-square-metre villas share the same warm timber tones and expansive glass panels as their sister water villas. A private 8x3-metre infinity pool, air-conditioned bathroom, spacious wardrobe and covered lounge patio complete a setting built for golden-hour views.
1/7Superior Water Villas with Pool
Positioned at the very end of the jetty, these 230-square-metre villas open directly onto the lagoon with unbroken sea views on every side. Wide wooden floors lead to a private 4x10-metre infinity pool on the adjoining deck, alongside an in-room dining area, walk-in closet, air-conditioned bathroom, snorkel gear and a cordless IDD phone - designed as the island's most private and indulgent overwater stay.
Dining
Aqua Restaurant
International
Facing the turquoise lagoon from the beach, Aqua is the resort's principal dining room, laying out generous breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. Live cooking stations rotate through Mediterranean, Japanese, Italian and Chinese flavours alongside dedicated vegetarian dishes.
Beach Club Restaurant
Grill
Right on the sand with lagoon views, this venue centres on live grilling, with a pizza and pasta station running alongside fish, seafood, meat and vegetables cooked over a hot stone to bring out their natural flavour.
Carnivourous Restaurant
Steakhouse
Drawing on South American tradition, this beachfront restaurant channels a Brazilian-style churrascaria, with an Indian Ocean backdrop for its parade of premium grilled meat cuts.
Mediterraneo Restaurant
Mediterranean
Raised over the lagoon, Mediterraneo pairs Mediterranean cooking with sunset views for an especially romantic overwater dinner, built as a multisensory pairing of flavour and setting.
Le Asiatique and Teppanyaki Grill
Asian
Housed above the Beach Club Grill, this air-conditioned dining room serves refined Asian cooking, while the adjoining Teppanyaki Grill adds a live cooking show to the meal.
Sunset Pool & Bar
Bar
Set on the main beach, this laid-back bar pairs cocktails with panoramic ocean views, chill-out music and reliably spectacular sunsets - an easy spot for good company and island calm.
Eclipse Bar
Bar
Perched at the far end of the Mediterraneo jetty, Eclipse pours handcrafted cocktails and curated wines timed to the Maldivian sunset over the lagoon.
Activities
The Emerald Spa
Tucked into the island's tropical greenery, this spa draws on Thai and Balinese treatment traditions across eight air-conditioned huts, alongside a steam room, plunge pools, a yoga pavilion and manicure and pedicure stations for a full mind-and-body reset.
Dolphin Kids Club
Aimed at children aged 3 to 12, this club runs creative, educational and outdoor activities under multilingual staff, giving young guests their own Maldivian adventure while parents unwind.
Gym & Sports Center
An air-conditioned gym fitted with Technogym equipment and personal trainers sits alongside a tennis court and a padel court on the Marina Jetty, keeping fitness routines on track.
Diving Center
Positioned near the arrival jetty for easy sea access, the 5-Star Diving Center runs PADI courses and guided excursions to turtles, sharks, eagle rays and colourful reef life.
Private Dining Experiences
The resort's team sets up bespoke private meals in some of the island's most intimate and scenic spots, pairing standout cooking with the natural backdrop of the Maldives.
Transfers
Speedboat: 20-30 minutes, USD 150
Policies
Check-in 2:00 PM. Check-out 12:00 PM. Children of all ages are welcome. Kids under 12 stay free when sharing parents' room.. Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival. 50% charge for cancellations 14-29 days before. Full charge for cancellations less than 14 days before arrival.. Smart casual for restaurants. Swimwear appropriate only at pool and beach areas.
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