SAii Lagoon Maldives, by Hilton
SAii Lagoon Maldives, by Hilton is a private island just 15 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, built around a bold, breezy take on barefoot luxury. A scenic footbridge connects the resort to The Marina @ CROSSROADS Maldives, opening up fine dining, high-end shopping, and spa experiences beyond the island itself. Across its 198 rooms and villas, spread over a 1,160-by-440-metre island, the resort runs from interior rooms with private terraces to beachfront villas and overwater villas with their own pools, suited to couples, families, and friends alike. Days can move between snorkelling vibrant reefs, diving into the Indian Ocean, or simply relaxing beside a private pool, with an extensive spread of restaurants and bars - Terra & Mar for all-day Mediterranean dining, Miss Olive Oyl for beachside grilling, and more than a dozen other venues - carrying guests from breakfast through to late-night drinks. It's less a single resort than a connected, multi-island lifestyle destination.
Room Types
1/6Sky Room
On the upper floor, this stylish room includes a cosy indoor chill-out corner and a private balcony looking out over the Indian Ocean.
1/8Sky Family Room
Ideal for families, this interconnected ocean-facing unit pairs a king room with a twin room, both filled with natural light, plus a private terrace and a sleek bathroom with a rain shower.
1/6Beach Room
Set along soft white sand, this room offers generous interiors with an indoor lounge and a private terrace that opens straight onto the beach.
1/6Beach Room with Pool
This beachfront room adds a personal plunge pool to its private terrace and direct beach access, with a spacious bathroom featuring twin vanities and a waterfall shower.
1/32-Bedroom Family Beach Room
This beachfront family room combines a king room and a twin room around a shared indoor relaxation space, with a private terrace stepping straight onto the beach.
1/82-Bedroom Family Beach Room with Pool
This two-bedroom villa gives each interconnecting room its own en-suite, ideal for a family stay, with a private plunge pool, direct beach access, and a wide ocean-view terrace.
1/5Beach Villa
This beachfront villa pairs a king bedroom with a separate chill-out lounge and a wide ocean-view terrace, with a bathroom that includes twin sinks, a waterfall shower, an outdoor shower, and a freestanding bathtub.
1/5Beach Villa with Pool
Set for serene beachfront living, this villa offers a king bedroom, a separate indoor lounge, and a private terrace with a plunge pool and direct beach access, plus both indoor and outdoor bathing options.
1/42-Bedroom Family Beach Villa with Pool
Designed for family stays, this villa connects a king bedroom and a twin bedroom, with a private plunge pool, direct beach access, and an open-air bath and shower.
1/6Overwater Villa
Elevated above turquoise water, this overwater villa pairs rustic-contemporary interiors with a spacious deck featuring a lounging net and bathtub, plus direct ocean access.
1/122-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool
This expansive two-bedroom overwater villa includes a separate living room and a private pool with panoramic sea views, plus a distinctive nest lounge and en-suite bathrooms with soaking tubs and waterfall showers.
Dining
Terra & Mar – All Day Dining
Mediterranean
Terra & Mar runs Mediterranean-inspired all-day dining, from a global breakfast spread to lunch and dinner menus that range across world cuisines, plus indulgent weekend brunches and themed buffet nights.
Mr. Tomyam – Poolside Trattoria
Thai-Italian Fusion
Mr. Tomyam mixes Thai classics with Italian-inspired dishes and other global poolside bites for a playful, fusion-leaning menu by the water.
Miss Olive Oyl – Beachside Grill & Wine Haven
Grill & Wine
Set on the sand, Miss Olive Oyl pairs expertly grilled dishes and prime-aged cuts with fine wines in a chic, indoor-outdoor beachside setting that runs from day into night.
Pool Bar – Oceanfront Sips and Bites
Bar
Pool Bar keeps pouring from midday to midnight, with tropical cocktails and classic bar bites enjoyed from a sunbed, the bar, or a poolside couch overlooking the ocean.
Gelato Bar – Cool Treats and Coastal Coffee
Cafe
Gelato Bar starts the day with coastal coffee and moves through homemade gelato, milkshakes, and fresh fruit, before shifting into a lively social lounge come evening.
Swim-Up Bar – Sip, Splash, relax
Bar
At the SAii Beach Club pool, the Swim-Up Bar lets guests order cocktails and light bites from the water, run in collaboration with Mr. Tomyam.
Badhige at SAii – Garden to Table Experience
Garden-to-Table
Badhige focuses on garden-to-table cooking, running interactive classes and private dining built around fresh, organic ingredients pulled from the resort's own garden and the surrounding sea.
SAii Beach Club – Chill, Dine, celebrate
Multi-Cuisine
SAii Beach Club brings together poolside dining, several casual restaurants and bars, gelato, and a boutique in one relaxed, beachfront space, and also hosts weddings and private events away from the main resort.
Jiao Wu – Hot & Pot by the Ocean
Cantonese
Jiao Wu serves a modern hot pot take on Cantonese cooking from a stylish alfresco deck overlooking the Indian Ocean.
Kebab & Kurry – Tandoori with a Twist
Indian
Kebab & Kurry reworks classic tandoori recipes with bold mixology and an industrial-chic setting for a contemporary take on Indian cuisine.
Kin Kao – Thai Flavours by the Marina
Thai
Set near the arrival jetty, Kin Kao serves authentic Thai dishes from a breezy, alfresco spot overlooking the Yacht Marina, particularly striking after sunset.
Dine by Design – Curated Culinary Moments
Private Dining
Dine by Design arranges personalised meals in the resort's most memorable spots, from a torchlit beach dinner to a floating breakfast in the pool.
Activities
Sea Adventures
Guests can snorkel vibrant reefs, join dolphin cruises, or take part in coral propagation and marine discovery tours, with snorkelling gear, kayaks, and pedal boats included.
Land Experiences
On land, a daily activity schedule covers sunrise yoga, aqua gym, beach volleyball, henna art, Zumba, and cooking or cocktail classes.
Junior Beach Club & Camp
The Junior Beach Club and Camp gives kids a dedicated space to explore, play, and learn through supervised beach activities.
The Marina @ CROSSROADS
The Marina @ CROSSROADS is a lively hub of dining, shopping, and cultural experiences, including the Maldives Discovery Centre and local craft and fashion boutiques.
Lèn Be Well Spa
Len Be Well Spa, the Maldives' first double-storey spa, offers holistic wellness treatments, express massages, and immersive relaxation rituals.
Weddings & Events
The resort also hosts beach weddings and corporate retreats, set against its tropical surroundings.
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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