Intercontinental Maldives Resort
InterContinental Maldives Resort sits in Raa Atoll, a 35-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, close enough to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve at Hanifaru Bay to make manta ray encounters a realistic part of the stay. Across the resort's 81 villas, guests move easily between white-sand beach, open ocean, and the large lagoon that wraps the entire island, itself home to several snorkelling spots thick with reef fish, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, and turtles. As the first and only all-Club InterContinental property, every stay comes with a set of built-in privileges — a smoother pre-arrival process, a warm island welcome, and complimentary food and drink throughout. Dining runs across six venues, including a 360-degree lighthouse restaurant serving Mediterranean-inspired tapas and a sea-to-table Fish Market where guests pick their own catch. The resort's Marine Discovery Centre, staffed by resident biologists, runs weekly presentations and coral restoration work, and partners with the Manta Trust Foundation on an 'Adopt a Manta' conservation programme. Between the AVI Spa, the Planet Trekkers kids' club, and consistent access to some of the atoll's richest marine life, the resort covers honeymoon, family, and experience-led travel in equal measure.
Room Types
1/4Beach Pool Villa
Set among lush greenery, these 14 villas bring contemporary Maldivian style to a private beach setting, centred on a king bed. Each comes with its own pool, a sunbathing deck, and an al fresco dining spot for taking in beach and ocean views.
1/4Family Beach Pool Villa
A short walk from both the beach and the kids' club, these villas suit families with a king bed, sofa bed, private plunge pool, and a garden that gives everyone room to spread out. Their location makes it easy to combine family downtime with the Planet Trekkers Kids Club nearby.
1/5One Bedroom Beach Pool Villa
Set within tropical greenery, this beach villa offers generous indoor and outdoor living space, a lush garden, and a private plunge pool. With one king bedroom, it accommodates up to four guests.
1/7Two Bedroom Family Beach Pool Villa
Steps from the white sand beach, these two-bedroom villas pair spacious outdoor decks with an infinity pool, giving families or groups a private base to reconnect. A king bed and sofa bed configuration make it suitable for larger parties.
1/6Two Bedroom Beachfront Pool Residence
Spread across two floors and surrounded by gardens, this beachfront residence includes two bedrooms and bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, a spacious living area, and an outdoor deck with an infinity pool and gazebo. A dedicated Island Curator and a king bed plus sofa bed configuration round out a residence built for groups after a distinctive ocean outlook.
1/7Three Bedroom Royal Beachfront Pool Residence
This residence offers some of the resort's most personalised service, set within tropical greenery with exclusive beach access and a dedicated Island Curator throughout the stay. A kitchen, a large pool, and a terrace connecting indoor and outdoor living make it well suited to families or large groups.
1/4Sunrise One Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa
Split across two levels, this overwater villa's outdoor living room and infinity pool sit above the lagoon with clear ocean views and direct lagoon access. An elevated private bedroom with a king bed and a terrace give guests uninterrupted sunrise views.
1/4Sunset One Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa
These two-storey villas carry the same contemporary Maldivian style throughout, with floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto a private terrace and sweeping ocean views. A private ensuite with a king bed and separate bath comes with some of the resort's best sunset views.
1/6Two Bedroom Family Lagoon Pool Villa
The first of its kind in the Maldives, this two-storey overwater villa combines sunrise views over the ocean with direct access to a white-sand beach and a lagoon frequented by manta rays. A king bed and sofa bed make it a fitting retreat for families or groups.
1/7Three Bedroom Lagoon Residence
Positioned at the far end of the lagoon, this residence includes two king beds, a twin bed, a large dining and living area, a private cabana overlooking the pool, and an outdoor deck. It suits families or larger groups, backed by an Island Curator attending to the details.
1/4Sunrise Overwater Pool Villa
One of 11 overwater villas, this room offers unobstructed ocean views and picturesque sunrises from the bed, bathtub, or infinity pool. Outdoor loungers catch the sea breeze, with easy access straight down into the warm water below.
1/3Sunset Overwater Pool Villa
This villa is positioned for sweeping ocean views and some of the best sunsets on the resort, taken in from a private deck and infinity plunge pool. Al fresco dining under the stars adds to the overwater experience.
1/3Two Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
With uninterrupted ocean views, this two-bedroom overwater villa opens onto a wide deck with an infinity plunge pool and direct reef access. It suits families or groups after lazy lagoon swims or a soak with a view.
1/9Three Bedroom Overwater Residence
Set over clear water with panoramic ocean views, this residence suits families or large groups with two king beds, a twin bed, an open-plan kitchen, and generous living and dining space. A personal Island Curator is on hand throughout the stay.
Dining
CAFE UMI
International
Café Umi runs all day with unobstructed beach views, serving elevated breakfast classics with European pastry techniques before moving into more extensive lunch and dinner menus overseen by the resort's culinary team.
THE LIGHTHOUSE
Mediterranean
Perched at the top of the resort's lighthouse with 360-degree ocean views, this restaurant serves Mediterranean tapas with a contemporary edge, drawing on techniques from three-Michelin-star kitchens. Its terrace also hosts candlelit private dinners.
FISH MARKET
Seafood
Fish Market combines Maldivian seafood with South East Asian flavours in an interactive, sea-to-table setup where guests choose their own catch under the chefs' guidance, making it a favourite for sunset dinners.
THE COLLECTIVE
Café / Grab-and-Go
Set beside the main pool with beach and ocean views, The Collective houses the island boutique alongside a deli, pizzeria, and gelato bar for quick, grab-and-go options throughout the day.
THE RETREAT
Café / Bar
This adults-only space serves as a quiet retreat by the lagoon, with afternoon tea served by a specialist Tea Sommelier, evening cocktails, and light bites enjoyed from swing chairs or cushioned day beds.
SUNSET BAR
Bar
Styled after the bow of a boat, Sunset Bar pours champagne and curated cocktails against the evening view, with a Champagne Sommelier on hand for recommendations.
Activities
AVI Spa
AVI Spa — Dhivehi for sunshine — blends indigenous Asian wellness practices with organic European botanicals for treatments tailored to each guest.
Yoga
Yoga sessions draw on the practice's 5,000-year history, combining postures, breathing techniques, and meditation across a range of styles.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Guests can explore Traditional Chinese Medicine through acupuncture, body therapies, nutrition therapy, and herbal medicine, framed around restoring balance and harmony.
Planet Trekkers Kids Club
The Planet Trekkers kids' club gives younger guests a dedicated space for play, stargazing through a real telescope, and creative activities like colouring their favourite sea creatures.
Marine Recreation
The lagoon surrounding the island holds several snorkelling spots rich with fish, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, and turtles, with manta rays passing through the house reef during their seasonal migration. Complimentary non-motorised watersports are available throughout.
Marine Centre
The resort's Marine Discovery Centre, run by resident marine biologists, shares its research and coral restoration work through weekly documentary screenings and educational presentations for guests.
Ocean Conservation Programme
Working alongside the Manta Trust Foundation, the resort supports manta ray conservation through its 'Adopt a Manta' programme, guest presentations, and excursions to manta sites in the lagoon and at Hanifaru Bay.
Transfers
35-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport
Policies
Check-in, check-out, cancellation and other resort-specific policies are confirmed directly with the resort at the time of booking.
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