The Barefoot

The Barefoot Eco Hotel is located amidst the untouched palm groves on the northern Maldivian island of Hanimaadhoo. It is a stunningly picturesque local island inviting you to get acquainted with the Maldivian lifestyle, culture and tradition. The 4-star resort offers a soft white sandy beach, a turquoise lagoon and excellent service. Explore an authentic island and enjoy a tropical getaway with The Barefoot Eco Hotel.

Facilities and services for guests:

• Reception
• Seminar room
• Restaurant and bar
• Outdoor pool
• Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
• Boutique with tailoring services
• Well-equipped gym
• Library featuring a wide selection of books
• Board games
• The Barefoot Spa & Beauty center
• Diving center
• Laundry service
• Multilingual staff
• Hosting celebrations and renewal of marriage vows
• Crib and highchair available on request
• Major credit cards accepted

Accommodation peculiarities:

• 52 rooms with beach and ocean views
• Interconnecting rooms available
• Eco-friendly architecture
• Functional planning
• Beachfront location
• Natural finishing
• Free Wi-Fi

Dining at The Barefoot Eco Hotel

• The Barefoot main restaurant ensures the usage of the finest ingredients, the freshest seafood from the daily catch and the smooth serving of each course. An Italian chef focuses on Mediterranean cuisine and surprises guests with unexpected mixes, textures and tastes. The venue supports local suppliers and farmers. Therefore, organic cuisine is developed to the utmost. The restaurant offers a generous breakfast buffet; lunch and dinner are served a la carte. The cozy atmosphere is accompanied by views of the paradisal beach and aquamarine lagoon.
• The Barefoot Boat Bar is a charming floating bar located on a boat with a spacious wooden deck and soft poufs in the resort lagoon. It offers refreshing cocktails, beer and fine wine.
• Juice Bar by the restaurant serves only non-alcoholic beverages such as freshly squeezed tropical fruits juices, aromatic coffee, tea and milkshakes.

Water sports

• Windsurfing
• Stand up paddleboarding
• Sailing
• Traditional Dhoni boats
• Kayaking tours and much more

Diving and snorkeling

The resort possesses a stunning house reef easily reachable by boat or kayak. Guided snorkeling tours are organized several times a week. The diving center ensures the spotless service and the availability of necessary diving equipment. All types of courses are available, including the specialized PADI course and SSI ENRICHED AIR DIVER.

In-land sports

Biking trips are a great way to explore the island. At the resort both adults’ and kids’ bicycles are provided free of charge. You can play volleyball at the resort territory as well.  The resident marine biologist delivers insightful lectures about the underwater life of the Indian Ocean throughout the week.

Excursions

• Ecological cycling tours
• Dolphin cruise
• Yacht cruises
• Trips to nearby islands
• Romantic sunset cruises
• Deep-sea fishing

The Barefoot Spa & Beauty

Enjoy your time at the spa center that applies natural cosmetic products. The Barefoot Spa & Beauty treatments are matched with spiritual and meditative practices to bring ultimate benefits to mind and body. Antique furniture and sophisticated decor, scented candles, oriental music and mysterious odours will make each ritual unforgettable. Ayurvedic and classic massages, facials, couple’s treatments and many more ways to relax and recover.

Yoga. Enjoy the advantage of private sessions with an expert for maximum outcome or choose a free daily group class to try yoga and experience its deepness.

Getting here: The Barefoot Eco Hotel is located on Hanimaadhoo Island of Haa Dhaalu Atoll, 300 km from the Male International Airport. A domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo airport takes approximately 45 minutes and is followed by a 15-minute trip by car or by bus.