Private island · Tropical · 100 rooms
VIEW ON BOOKING.COM →The Ritz-Carlton Maldives sits in the Fari Islands of North Malé Atoll, a 45-minute speedboat ride from the airport, and its architecture by Kerry Hill avoids the usual thatched-hut look in favour of clean, modern villas. Every villa, on the beach or over the lagoon, has its own infinity pool and an island butler. The resort sits beside the Fari Marina village with its shops and bars, and MICHELIN calls the mood modern and lively. It suits design-minded couples and families who want contemporary polish rather than barefoot rusticity.
Editorial assessmentThe Ritz-Carlton is Sikovia's design-led, modern Maldives resort: sleeker than Soneva Fushi, livelier than JOALI BEING, and with a pool in every villa like Waldorf Astoria. Choose it for contemporary architecture, butler service and a short boat transfer.
Contemporary design. The villas were designed by Kerry Hill's practice, avoiding island clichés.
Families with children aged 4 to 12. The Ritz Kids club runs sports, crafts and cooking classes.
A pool with every villa. Every villa has its own infinity pool and sundeck.
Island butler. An Aris Meeha butler looks after each villa.
Fari Marina next door. The resort is part of the Fari Islands with a marina village of shops and bars.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa — a ring-shaped spa above the lagoon with treatment rooms and a salon.
Ocean Pool Villa. A one-bedroom villa over the water with its own infinity pool and sundeck; the natural choice for couples who want overwater living.
La Locanda — Italian dining.
Summer Pavilion — modern Chinese cuisine.
Iwau — Japanese dining.
Beach Shack — mediterranean beach dining.
Transfers are by speedboat and are charged separately per adult.
Velana International Airport, Malé
Luxury speedboat transfer · Approximately 45 minutes
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