Kihaa Maldives
Kihaa Maldives sits in Baa Atoll, home to Hanifaru Bay, the UNESCO-listed marine reserve famous for its manta ray and whale shark gatherings. Getting there involves a 25-minute domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Airport followed by a short 5-minute speedboat crossing, with airport staff on hand to guide guests through the transfer from the moment they land in Malé. Spread across 124 villas and suites on a 560-by-240-metre island, the resort covers a wide range of styles, from simple garden-facing Beach Access Villas to the ten-bedroom Kihaa Signature Residence, complete with its own yacht, gym, and private beach. Dining runs through six venues, anchored by Malaafaiy Restaurant's international and local menu, with the overwater Kihaa Spa offering award-winning treatments recognised at both the World Luxury Spa Awards and MATATO's wellness awards. Watersports, diving, tennis, squash, and beach volleyball keep active guests occupied, while a kids' club and rollaway bed availability make the resort a workable choice for families. Positioned around family travel, value, and a contemporary aesthetic, Kihaa balances an accessible price point with direct proximity to some of the richest marine life in the Maldives.
Room Types
1/6BEACH ACCESS VILLA
This roomy villa offers a limited sea view along with a private garden and patio just steps from the beach, aimed at guests looking for comfortable, reasonably priced accommodation.
1/5BEACH VILLA
Set right on the beachfront, this villa includes an airy bedroom and a private outdoor pavilion beside the room, positioned to take in views of the sky and sea while lounging with a book.
1/4ISLAND VILLA WITH POOL
This villa combines a spacious bedroom and daybed with a private pool that looks out over the garden's treetops.
1/6BEACH VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL
A short walk from the beach, this villa includes a private pool set within greenery beside an extended outdoor bathroom, along with a patio and sun loungers facing the shore.
1/12BEACH SUITE WITH INFINITY POOL
At 150 square metres, this suite gives guests extra space alongside a private pool and views over the white sand beach meeting the lagoon. A pop-up living area and in-villa pool on the beach round out a setup built for a quieter retreat.
SUNSET BEACH VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL
This villa sits a short walk from the beach with a private pool tucked into greenery beside an extended outdoor bathroom, plus a patio with sun loungers facing the shore.
SUNSET BEACH SUITE WITH INFINITY POOL
Also set across 150 square metres, this suite pairs extra space with an infinity pool and views over the white sand beach and lagoon, including a pop-up living area and an in-villa pool right on the beach.
1/10TWO BED OCEAN VIEW SUITE WITH INFINITY POOL
This 310-square-metre beachfront suite faces the lagoon with its own infinity pool, offering a generous living room and two bedrooms suited to families or small groups. A spacious patio with a poolside pavilion completes the layout.
1/11SUNSET OVERWATER VILLA WITH INFINITY POOL
Built on stilts over the turquoise lagoon, this villa is designed for total seclusion, with a generously sized layout, an infinity pool overlooking the ocean, and direct access down into the lagoon.
1/12THREE BEDROOM ROYAL BEACH SUITE WITH INFINITY POOL
This suite links two interconnected villas, each with its own pool — one infinity, one private — giving guests both privacy and a shared communal space for a family or group. Extras include a traditional Maldivian swing, dining area, private grill, garden, a covered pool at the rear of the villa, and full butler service throughout the stay.
1/3THE KIHAA SIGNATURE RESIDENCE
Designed as a resort within the resort, this ten-bedroom private residence combines peaceful architecture with modern comforts and dedicated Kihaa in-villa amenities for maximum privacy. It includes ten bedrooms with a shared living space, dining area, and kitchen, a 68-foot yacht for private use, a 100-square-metre private infinity pool, a six-seater outdoor jacuzzi, 24-hour butler service, a private library and gym with sauna and steam room, its own stretch of beach, canoe and snorkelling gear, an overwater gazebo, buggy service, and a billiard table.
Dining
Malaafaiy Restaurant
International
Malaafaiy translates to a lavish banquet presentation, and serves as the resort's main dining venue with a broad selection of international and local dishes throughout the day.
Raaveriya Bar
Bar
Set for lunch under palm trees and sundowners by the lagoon, Raaveriya Bar serves Kihaa's signature ice cream, light snacks, cold juices, and cocktails.
Undhoali Bar
Bar
Positioned beside the infinity pool, this bar is named for the traditional swings hanging alongside it, with happy hour set to a relaxed soundtrack as the sun goes down.
The Loft
Wine Bar
Kihaa's dedicated wine loft offers a refined, relaxed setting with an extensive selection of fine wines paired with a complementary food menu.
Sangu à La Carte
Fine Dining
This intimate beachfront restaurant is lit by moonlight for a private, romantic dining experience.
Dhirum Bar
Bar
Dhirum Bar operates as Malaafaiy Restaurant's adjoining bar.
Activities
Water Sports
The resort's watersports team is on hand to fill a stay with hands-on time on the water, aiming for lasting, colourful memories of the sea.
Diving & Snorkeling
Diving and snorkelling around Kihaa offer access to marine life and reef conditions distinct from almost anywhere else in the world.
Kihaa Spa
Set on an overwater chalet, Kihaa Spa offers treatments built around time-honoured massage and healing traditions, recognised with a World Luxury Spa Award in 2018 and a MATATO Leading Wellness & Spa Resort Award in 2019.
Transfers
25-minute domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Airport, followed by a 5-minute speedboat transfer
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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