The reputation of the Maldives as the playground for well-heeled travelers around the world continues to flourish. This November, the tropical destination will welcome its newest exclusive hideaway for savvy travellers – The Beachhouse at Manafaru. Considered a “must” for honeymooners, the 68-villa property is situated on a lush 35-acre private island in the northern part of the country. In order to preserve as much of the island as possible, only 11 percent will be developed for resort use. The resort will combine the best of modern conveniences, impeccable service, gourmet cuisine, lavish spa services and unique activities.
From the moment you arrive at the airport in the Maldivian capital of Male, you’ll reap the spoils of this luxurious resort. A Beach House representative will meet you as you arrive and transport you to your domestic flight. Surrounded by coral reef lagoons in the Haa alifu Atoll, this idyllic private island is a 45-minute domestic flight and a short 45-minute speed boat ride away from Male.
On your arrival at the resort, you’ll make your home in an exclusive villa where you’ll enjoy full reign of your own private villa pool, along with the services of a butler who will attend to your every request. Each suite provides every modern technological convenience while traditional Maldivian style is celebrated in architectural details from the open-air ensuite design with a la carte amenities to the thatched roofs. Exotic woods, domed ceilings and comfortable furnishings combine for enticing “beachy” interiors, while the over-water villas are being outfitted with see-through flooring to reveal life beneath the ocean's surface.
During your stay, you’ll enjoy gourmet dining in a range of international flavours and styles, including fresh seafood and Maldivian specialties. Room service will be available around-the-clock, while multiple bars and a wine cellar will offer cocktails and rare vintage wines. A Sorbet Butler will also roam the resort’s many beaches, offering cool refreshment under the sun.
What’s a luxury resort these days without an on-site spa? The Beach House will offer one of the Maldives’ finest spa experiences. Located amid lush island vegetation, the expansive facility will feature 10 private treatment rooms and separate lounges for women and men. Besides traditional offerings, you’ll be able to indulge in signature indigenous treatments such as pampering Maldivian, Thai and Ayurvedic massages.
The hotel’s activities menu will also be bursting with exhilarating options. From a fully equipped gym with the latest cardio and resistance equipment to pulse-pumping extras such as a trampoline, martial arts instruction, tennis and badminton courts, you’ll spend as much time enjoying daily activities as you will relaxing.
That same spirit extends to the island located adjacent to Manafaru. There, you’ll enjoy an expansive line up of diversions such as romantic beach dining, snorkelling, and a broad range of motorized water-sports activities. The island will also be dive central for guests, with a certified dive school, scuba and snorkelling equipment, as well as guided dives to nearby sites, including 18th-century shipwrecks.
To celebrate their grand opening, the resort has announced significantly discounted opening rates. For more information or to make reservations, please call 011-96-032-0705 or email info@beachhousecollection.com. You can also visit beachhousecollection.com.
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