Amari Raaya, Maldives

Amari Raaya Maldives is the newest luxury destination resort found on a lush private island in Raa Atoll, inspired by surrounding nature, open ocean and a sense of castaway adventure. Here, guests can celebrate life’s best moments through spectacular dining, exciting activities and unobstructed ocean views from 187 beach and ocean villas.

Interwoven into the resort experience is the story of Seb, a shipwrecked artist who made the island his home. This castaway story frames the resort’s experience, showcasing the remnants of Seb’s life including Art and Crafts studio, his ship, watch towers converted to private dining and star gazing venues, and island ocean adventures.

The island’s 187 villas each offer direct access to the beach or the ocean, with the option of private villas, pool villas or interconnected family villas that are surrounded by untouched reefs and tropical palms that makes every moment memorable.

Amari Raaya Maldives also offers incredible adventures that takes guests out onto the open ocean or exploring natural mangrove with walking path, PADI diving, water sports, and other fun activities such as archery, zip lines, indoor and outdoor kids’ play areas, mini golf, paddle tennis and badminton.

At The Village Square – the island’s hub of recreation, retail and relaxation – guests can enjoy time together at the café, get a massage at Maai Spa, do some souvenir shopping or venture out to one of seven dining options serving up vibrant flavours and promising unique dining experiences across the island. Each dining destination offers something special, from bustling hawker food stalls at the signature Amaya Food Gallery to sunset snacks and cocktails on rooftops, Italian favourites served poolside, mobile snacks and ice-creams served from a bus, and sumptuous freshly caught seafood daily. In the evening guests can find community through live music, traditional Boduberu nights and regular cultural events and festivities.