Raa Atoll in northern Maldives offers a refreshing blend of tranquillity and discovery in an area known for its abundant marine life. A newly opened private island retreat here promises both of these experiences.
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives sits on an 11-hectare island encircled by natural white sand beaches, offering 44 beachfront villas and 36 overwater villas with direct ocean access. Each luxuriously appointed hideaway is carefully situated to offer complete privacy in understated sophistication style.
Pool Villas
At this resort, each villa was created for serene relaxation in harmony with nature, featuring contemporary interiors that blend natural tones into contemporary design for an unparalleled restful experience. Our 44 beachfront villas and 36 overwater villas all come equipped with their own private pools - providing the ideal place for unwinding and experiencing true serenity.
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is an idyllic tropical oasis situated 45 minutes by seaplane from Male, boasting lush vegetation, turquoise waters and abundant marine life. It is perfectly placed to visit both Hanifaru Bay - home of Hanifaru World Biosphere Reserve - as well as Vaadhoo Island which provides one of the best places to see the Sea of Stars phenomenon.
Attractively contemporary resort beckons visitors the moment they set foot on this tranquil island. Eighty pool villas offering sustainable luxury in Raa Atoll settings range from one to three bedrooms for sustainable luxury that won't break the bank.
No matter your style of wellness journeying or culinary explorations, free diving or music programs, this luxurious private island sanctuary has something to offer everyone. Indulge in extensive water sports and diving facilities as well as 24-hour gym access and the Play Alila kids club to ensure an unforgettable experience!
Beach Villas
Set on an 11.2 hectare private island in Raa Atoll of Maldives, this all-pool villa sanctuary can be reached via an exciting 45-minute seaplane journey from Male. Surrounded by lush vegetation, turquoise waters and abundant marine life - making this the ideal enclave for aquatic-minded vacationers!
At this resort, there are 80 villas: 44 beachfront and 36 overwater. Beachfront villas feature contemporary interiors characterized by soothing colors and natural textures to complement their beachside location.
Built to ensure peaceful seclusion, beachfront villas boast breathtaking ocean and beach views with a private pool, luxurious interior features and top-quality bedding.
Studiogoto from Singapore designed all of the resort's beach villas, featuring open-air spaces filled with island-inspired colors and textures for an open atmosphere and the ultimate island experience. They make an excellent choice for romantic escapes as well as family holidays. Bookings begin on April 14, 2022.
Overwater Villas
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, one of the newest additions to the Maldives, offers an idyllic tropical escape on an 11.2 hectare private island off Raa Atoll at the northernmost part of Maldives. Accessible via seaplane from Male, this idyllic retreat exudes peaceful seclusion.
Find peace in spacious, minimalist overwater villas adorned with natural textures and contemporary interiors in soothing colors. Select one of 36 overwater villas or 44 beachfront hideaways offering sunrise and sunset options for peaceful seclusion with spectacular views.
Relax by the pool, take in breathtaking ocean views with a romantic movie night on the shore, or experience one of many enriching activities at Spa Alila such as coconut tree climbing demonstration and Maldivian cooking and mixology class. Plus there's so much more!
Studiogoto's villas from Singapore immerse guests in nature's tranquility, boasting eco-friendly features such as solar panels, water recycling systems and zero waste kitchens. A treetop spa designed around natural features adds an earthy aesthetic, while island-inspired colors and natural textures serve as an idyllic setting for relaxation and restoration.
The Shack
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives' The Shack offers an unforgettable guest experience on a remote sandbank, transporting guests into another world. Surrounded by endless Indian Ocean waters, white sand beaches, and turquoise lagoons - you will feel as though time stands still when visiting this curated guest experience.
The Shack is an exclusive destination that provides guests with an ideal setting to commemorate special moments. This serene sanctuary combines personalized dining and wellness experiences with breathtaking ocean views to offer guests an unforgettable experience.
The Shack stands out among luxury destinations thanks to its commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness, providing guests with an unforgettable experience of luxury. Accessible only by boat, this private sandbank provides two trips daily that last four hours each and feature picnic-style lunch or barbecue dinner prepared by a private chef.
The Shack offers the ideal setting to unwind and indulge in signature cocktails such as the Sun Hit Refresher featuring gin, elderflower liqueur, grapefruit juice, Aperol and lime juice infused with a drop of saline solution; or why not try our Ananas Tropic made with pineapple, sweet vermouth orange juice and falernum caramel syrup for something different?
Mirus Bar
Raa Atoll of Maldives offers this low-rise property surrounded by breathtaking house reef, white-sand beaches and lush vegetation. Designed by Singapore-based Studiogoto, its elegant minimalist architecture includes terraced pavilions, villas and treetop spa that seamlessly integrate into their environment to immerse guests into this idyllic natural setting.
Mirus Bar is the resort's signature poolside cocktail bar where guests can experience refreshing beverages crafted using ingredients sourced directly from its herb garden. At their resort, there's even an eye-catching LED display which displays which of the drinks on offer would make for the best choices for you and other guests. They also boast a small library as well as state-of-the-art fitness centre featuring sauna, steam room and an outdoor jacuzzi for added relaxation. At Alila Dhonveli Resort and Spa, the main draw is their wide selection of beachfront and overwater villas to fit every taste and budget - the newest being two luxurious beachfront villas featuring their own private pools! Additionally, Alila features other notable attractions, such as their exclusive golf simulator as well as the Play Alila kids club for fun-lovers of all ages!
Umami Restaurant
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is an elegant private island retreat located 45 minutes by seaplane from Male. Designed by Singapore-based Studiogoto with contemporary minimalist architecture, this private island retreat boasts terraced pavilions, villas and a treetop spa that blend into their environment while still creating discreet yet sophisticated spaces for guests to relax in complete seclusion.
Seasalt offers delicious coastal Mediterranean cuisine with Middle Eastern influences; Pibati Cafe provides comfort food such as hand-pulled Roma-style pizzettes, organic salads and cakes as well as refreshing barista coffees and forest-friendly teas.
Umami Restaurant features Japanese-inspired cuisine prepared by teppanyaki chefs using organically grown vegetables, juicy Wagyu beef and sustainably-sourced fish and seafood from Alila's own herb garden. Additionally, Yakitori Bar and Mirus Bar both feature Japanese-influenced creative cocktails made using ingredients sourced directly from Alila's herb garden.
Yakitori Bar
Yakitori is an easy and satisfying dish enjoyed by millions in Japan. Made of grilled chicken skewers seasoned with either tare sauce or salt, it can be found everywhere from restaurants to street stalls.
But the best yakitori restaurants go beyond offering just a burger or meatballs on a stick; they feature various meat parts that have been expertly marinated with spices, vinegars and sauces before being expertly cut onto skewers and evenly grilled on an open flame grill.
Choose from different cuts of chicken, such as skin, soft bone, gizzard, heart and liver; they are cooked to different degrees to achieve your desired tenderness and fat levels. There are also vegetarian-friendly dishes like grilled leek or shishito (an odorless pepper), so there's sure to be something suitable for all palates!
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is located on its own private island within Raa Atoll in northern Maldives and boasts an idyllic blend of serenity and discovery, set amid abundant marine life in an untouched corner of this archipelago renowned for its abundance. Guests can swim or snorkel among manta rays and whale sharks at Hanifaru Bay UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve nearby.
Pibati Cafe
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is an idyllic private island resort situated within Raa Atoll and offering tranquil relaxation, boasting turquoise water and lush vegetation. Boasting contemporary minimalist architecture from Singapore-based Studiogoto as well as soothing island-inspired colors and textures that encourage guests to reconnect with nature, this tropical oasis invites guests to rediscover it through all five senses.
Seaplane ride from Male, this resort features 44 beach villas and 36 overwater villas with private pools, sun deck, bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers for each accommodation.
While at the resort, take part in culinary experiences that combine local flavours with wellness activities. For example, guests can learn to prepare traditional Maldivian dishes such as fish curry and Kopee Fai Mashuni through Secrets of Maldivian Cuisine cooking class; or Mirus Bar provides world-class cocktail making skills through Mix It at Mirus mixology class.
Seasalt, the resort's beachside main restaurant, specializes in coastal Mediterranean cuisine with Middle Eastern influences. Meanwhile, Umami features modern Japanese-influenced teppanyaki chefs using organically grown vegetables, Wagyu beef and sustainably sourced fish and seafood from sustainably managed aquaculture farms and fisheries; along with Yakitori Bar which produces its namesake skewers from an adjacent robata grill.