Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa occupies a 20-hectare private island in Raa Atoll, reached by a 40-minute seaplane flight from Malé. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, this all-inclusive 5-star retreat wraps a full 1.5 kilometres of white sand around its shores, giving the resort's 120 villas — split evenly between beachfront and overwater settings — an easy sense of space and privacy. Each villa shares a contemporary Maldivian sensibility: private terraces, walk-in wardrobes, and bathrooms that open to the sky, with outdoor rain showers and generously sized double soaking tubs built for slow mornings. Minibars are restocked daily and housekeeping visits twice over, small touches meant to keep the stay feeling effortless throughout. Built around honeymoons, family holidays, and a strong service-first philosophy, Emerald Maldives balances romantic overwater seclusion with genuinely family-friendly spaces, letting couples and multi-generational groups alike settle into their own rhythm on an island where refined design never overshadows the natural surroundings.
Room Types
1/6MARINA Garden Villa with Pool
Facing the resort's private marina and seaplane jetty, this 187 sqm villa trades ocean frontage for a hushed, sheltered setting. A 5 x 3 metre pool sits beside covered and open-air patios, while a garden tucked just outside the bathroom brings the outdoors into everyday routines.
1/7Beach Villas
At 176 sqm, the Beach Villas keep things simple and spacious, framed by a private garden just beyond the bathroom. Covered and open-air patios give guests a choice of shade or sun for slow, unhurried days by the water.
1/10Jacuzzi Beach Villas
Identical in footprint to the standard Beach Villa at 176 sqm, this version adds a private 2 x 2 metre jacuzzi tucked beside the patio. A garden outside the bathroom and both covered and open-air terraces round out a villa built for guests who want a soak on demand.
1/9Beach Villas with Pool
This 187 sqm villa swaps the jacuzzi for a full private pool, set within its own garden just past the bathroom. Covered and open patios extend the living space outdoors, creating a self-contained beachfront hideaway.
1/12Superior Beach Villas with Pool
Spanning 280 sqm, the Superior Beach Villa adds a dedicated lounge alongside the bedroom, plus an 8 x 3 metre pool for genuinely spacious private swimming. A garden outside the bathroom and a mix of covered and open patios round out one of the more generous beach categories on the island.
1/4Family Beach Villas with Pool
Built with families in mind, this 280 sqm villa separates a master bedroom from a children's bedroom, each with its own private bathroom. An 8 x 3 metre pool, a private garden, and both covered and open patios give parents and kids room to spread out without losing togetherness.
1/14Royal Beach Villa
The resort's flagship residence unfolds across two storeys and 900 sqm. Downstairs holds two ensuite bedrooms with walk-in closets, a lounge with its own bar and kitchen, a garden, a gazebo, covered and open patios, and an 8 x 3 metre pool; upstairs, a further guestroom includes a lounge, walk-in closet, and a bathroom fitted with its own massage area.
1/8Water Villas
Set on stilts above the lagoon, the 176 sqm Water Villa pairs a bedroom, ensuite bathroom, and walk-in closet with a wide patio that stretches out over the water, putting guests directly above the sea in complete privacy.
1/7Jacuzzi Water Villas
Matching the standard Water Villa in size and layout at 176 sqm, this version adds a private 2 x 2 metre jacuzzi to the overwater patio, letting guests soak while taking in uninterrupted ocean views.
1/7Water Villas with Pool
This 187 sqm overwater villa upgrades to a 5 x 3 metre private pool on its ocean-facing patio, alongside a bedroom, ensuite bathroom, and walk-in closet — a self-contained retreat suspended above the turquoise water.
1/10Superior Water Villa with Pool
At 310 sqm, the Superior Water Villa adds a separate lounge to the bedroom, bathroom, and walk-in closet, plus an expansive patio and an 8 x 3 metre pool positioned directly over the sea for maximum privacy.
1/12Presidential Water Villa
The Presidential Water Villa tops the collection at 640 sqm, with two ensuite bedrooms and walk-in closets, a lounge complete with its own bar and kitchen, a dedicated butler's room, a sweeping reef-facing patio, and a 10 x 4 metre private pool at the end of the pier.
Dining
Beach Club Grill Restaurant
Grill
Overlooking the lagoon from the main beach, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner built around fresh fish, seafood, meat, and vegetables cooked on a stone grill. A pizza and pasta station rounds out the menu, with the adjoining Beach Pool Bar keeping drinks flowing throughout.
Amazònico Restaurant
Latin American
Amazònico brings the bold flavours of Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Peru, and Chile to life in an open show kitchen. Expect quesadillas, beef ribs, enchiladas, and skewer-carved Brazilian beef in a lively, ingredient-driven setting.
Le Asiatique
Asian
Set among the trees at the heart of the resort, Le Asiatique explores the breadth of Asian cooking through dishes prepared by chefs trained in traditional techniques, with a Teppanyaki grill adding live theatre to the meal.
Aqua Restaurant
International Buffet
Right on the beach with both indoor and open-air seating, Aqua runs a generous buffet across all three meals, anchored by live cooking stations spanning Mediterranean, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, and vegetarian cuisines.
Sunset Pool Cafè
Bar
Perched in one of the island's best sunset-facing spots, this beachfront café is made for slow evenings — a drink in hand, music with friends, or a casual game of billiards on the sand.
Sunrise Café
Café
A quiet spot for early risers, the Sunrise Café looks out over the lagoon as the morning light breaks, best enjoyed with a coffee or a light bite before the day begins.
Activities
The Emerald Spa
Nine air-conditioned treatment rooms host therapists trained in Thai, Balinese, and Indonesian techniques, backed by an Indonesian-style pool, jacuzzi, sauna, and Turkish bath for a full day of rejuvenation.
Fitness Centre
An air-conditioned gym fitted with Technogym equipment, with personal trainers on hand for guests who want a tailored session.
Diving Centre
The on-site dive centre offers PADI-certified courses and guided snorkelling trips out to coral reefs home to more than a thousand fish species, suited to every experience level.
Sports Centre
Guests can book two tennis courts (one that converts into a football pitch), a paddle court, and a five-a-side football field, with coaching available for those who want it.
Water Sports Centre
From the main beach, the water sports team runs Hobie-cat sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, and motorised options like jet skiing, all under supervision.
Dolphin Kids Club
Spread across 1,500 sqm, the Dolphin Kids Club keeps children aged three to fourteen busy with indoor and outdoor activities, a dedicated pool, and their own restaurant, freeing up parents to relax.
Transfers
Seaplane: 30-45 minutes, USD 600; Speedboat: 45 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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