The Emerald Collection hotels in the Maldives

There are several hotels from the Italian luxury brand The Emerald Collection in the Maldives. Both are located on Raa Atoll, one of the most beautiful atolls in the Maldives. The reefs here are very colourful and full of life. Raa neighbours Baa Atoll, home to the unique UNESCO-protected natural reserve Hanifaru.

The Emerald Collection was founded in 2013 and has already built an excellent reputation. Its collection includes Deluxe 5-star hotels with both beach and overwater villas. Below is a closer look at the hotels.

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa is a Deluxe 5-star resort. The island has a classic oval shape and offers its guests 1.5 km of white sandy beaches.

General features:

• Island size: 20 hectares.
• Atoll: Raa.
• Number of villas: 60 overwater and 60 beach accommodation options.
• Number of restaurants and bars: 5 different venues - from an oriental restaurant to Mediterranean cuisine.
• Meal plan: Deluxe All Inclusive Basis (included in the price when booking on Wiotto).
• Distance to Male: 40 minutes.
• Transfer: seaplane (40 minutes) or domestic flight + speedboat (30+15 minutes).

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Spa at Emerald Maldives

It deserves special attention, because Emerald has one of the best spas in the islands. The spa was designed in Balinese style. In 10 full treatment rooms, guests are offered Balinese and Thai techniques and practices. There is also a jacuzzi, sauna and Turkish bath. The spa is set among palms and flowers. The design is original and relaxing.

The hotel infrastructure also includes:

• Diving centre.
• Water sports centre.
• Kids' club.
• Gym.
• Tennis courts.
• Padel courts.

The Emerald villas, both beach and overwater, are very spacious. Depending on the villa type, they can accommodate from 3 to 9 adults and children. The largest one for 9 guests has two floors and three full bedrooms with separate bathrooms and everything needed for a luxury holiday. Almost all categories have a private pool, and some even have a massage room.

Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa

Faarufushi Maldives

Faarufushi Maldives is even smaller than Emerald, also has a classic oval shape and a beautiful house reef. This is also a Deluxe 5-star hotel. The total length of the beaches is 1.2 km. Natural materials were used in the construction to blend in with the surrounding environment as much as possible. The designers aimed to create an atmosphere of barefoot elegance.

General features:

• Island size: 7 hectares.
• Atoll: Raa.
• Number of villas: 80 villas, 42 of them overwater. The rest are beach villas.
• Number of restaurants and bars: 5 venues, including a romantic bar on the shore.
• Meal plan: Deluxe All Inclusive (included in the price when booking on Wiotto).
• Distance from Male: 50 minutes.
• Transfer: seaplane or domestic flight + speedboat.

Faarufushi Maldives

Marine biology centre

There is a Marine Biology Centre on the island. You will have the opportunity to snorkel accompanied by a marine biologist. You will learn first-hand about the fragile and beautiful underwater world, be able to plant corals yourself, and visit the laboratory for fish and coral identification. It is truly a unique place. Not every resort offers such opportunities.

The hotel also has:

• A modern spa centre combining Balinese traditions and modern methods. The spa includes a sauna, steam room and beauty salon.
• Main swimming pool.
• Gym.
• Diving centre.
• Water sports centre.

Faarufushi has 5 villa types: two beach categories, two overwater categories and one large beach residence. Some villas have a private pool or jacuzzi. Spacious rooms and terraces, panoramic windows, lots of wood in the finishes and natural materials await you.

Faarufushi Maldives