"It surrounds the island and is like snorkelling in a fish tank with shark, rays, turtles and octopus."
jenny t from Switzerland
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"Our villa was right on the rocky reef, so we could step straight into the sea every day to watch the schools of fish swimming by."
Jiahe Z from China
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"We were accommodated at a spacious reef villa with huge terrace and private pool, offering a breathtaking view of the see."
Oleg O from Russia
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"The diving experience, in particular, is a treasure."
MrG from United Kingdom
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"This resort was absolutely beautiful and had so many great amenities and activities if you wanted to spend your day being busy."
Tracy B from United States
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Four-Star Verified Luxury island retreat in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll
Accommodations & Villas
Amilla Maldives offers private pool villas, including water, lagoon water, reef water, and beach pool villas, along with larger residences such as the four-bedroom Beach Residence, six-bedroom Amilla Estate, and eight-bedroom Great Beach Residence. Some villas are set over the water, directly on the beach, or among the island's treetops. The reef water villas provide direct access to the house reef, and all guests receive Katheeb (Butler) service to coordinate activities and reservations.
Dining
The resort's seven restaurants and three bars offer international cuisines, including Japanese, Indian, Greek, and Italian options. An on-site organic garden provides ingredients for farm-to-table dishes, and the kitchen accommodates dietary preferences such as gluten-free, vegan, and lactose-free. Signature venues include the Japanese restaurant Feeling Koi, the poolside pizza bar Jo's Pizza, and the Greek restaurant Tessera.
Wellness & Spa
Javvu Spa features a sauna, steam room, and treatment rooms offering massages and body therapies. Personalized wellness retreats are designed by integrated wellness experts, and daily activities include yoga classes, fitness sessions, and meditation. The 3-km island loop is dedicated to running, walking, and cycling, and the resort has two gyms (one for strength training and one for cardio).
Leisure
Non-motorized water sports such as kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkelling are complimentary and available throughout the stay. Guided excursions include swimming with manta rays at Hanifaru Bay, dolphin watching cruises, and visits to local islands for cultural immersion. The resort's marine biologist leads educational snorkelling tours and reef walks, and the Dive Butler centre provides scuba diving courses and guided dives.
Amenities
The Fushi Kids Club runs daily activities such as arts and crafts, nature explorations, and games, supervised by a multilingual team. Babysitting services allow parents to enjoy adult-only time, and the resort offers family villas including two-bedroom options and the six-bedroom Amilla Estate. The property provides accessible villas, beach wheelchairs, and mobility equipment for guests with physical disabilities.