Royal Island Resort & Spa – A tropical sanctuary in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
🌊 UNESCO Biosphere Reserve | 🏝️ Private beach villas | 🐠 Vibrant house reef | 👨👩👧👦 Family-friendly club | 💆 Award-winning spa
Overview
This 5-star resort is located on the lush Horubadhoo Island in the Baa Atoll, a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. You’ll be perfectly positioned just a short boat ride from the famous Hanifaru Bay, where you can experience the magic of swimming with manta rays and whale sharks. It’s an ideal choice for those looking to combine a relaxed island atmosphere with incredible underwater adventures right from the shore.
Rooms
- Air-conditioning
- Private veranda with sun loungers
- Outdoor rain shower
- Flat-screen TV
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Mini-bar
- Personal safe
Dining
Savour a wide range of flavours with meal plans ranging from BB and HB to FB and All-Inclusive. Maakanaa Restaurant offers a relaxed buffet setting with views of the Indian Ocean, while Raabondhi serves up fresh Mediterranean seafood and grilled specialities in a chic beachside environment. For a chilled drink or a lively evening, you can visit the Boli Bar or the Fun Pub for cocktails and music.
All-Inclusive:
The All-Inclusive package provides breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the main buffet restaurant. You can enjoy a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at the bars from 10:00 until 01:00. Afternoon tea and light snacks are also provided at selected times. Meal times are indicative and may be subject to change depending on the season.
Pools and Spa
You can spend your afternoons lounging by the large outdoor swimming pool which looks out over the turquoise lagoon. For a deeper sense of relaxation, the Araamu Spa is tucked away in a quiet corner of the island, offering a variety of holistic treatments and a sauna. Please note that the use of the spa centre, including all massages and treatments, is subject to additional charges.
Beach
The resort is situated directly on a stunning white-sand beach that wraps around the entire island. You won’t have to worry about finding a spot, as sun loungers are provided free of charge for your use. The house reef is located just a short swim from the beach, allowing you to see colourful coral and tropical fish without needing to book a boat trip.
Sport and Entertainment
If you like to keep moving, you’ll find floodlit tennis courts, a gym, and plenty of water sports like windsurfing and kitesurfing. The island’s diving centre is ready to take you to some of the best submerged landscapes in the world. In the evening, the atmosphere stays friendly and conversational with live bands, DJ sets, and traditional cultural performances.
Family Amenities
Families are warmly welcomed with a dedicated kids' club to keep the little ones entertained with island activities. There is also a shallow section in the main pool for children to splash around in safely, and the beach villas offer plenty of space for everyone to relax together.
Attractive Location
- Located directly on the beach
- Approx. a 20-minute domestic plane journey from Velana International Airport (MLE)
- Followed by a 15-minute speedboat transfer to the resort
- Within the Baa Atoll, a short boat ride from Hanifaru Bay
