Royal Island Resort Maldives in Dharavandhoo, Maldives

The largest beachfront villas in the area provide private access to the lagoon and feature a private patio with sitting area. The Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa can host up to six guests and includes its own beach access. Other villas come with private pools and ocean views, and all rooms have en suite bathrooms with bathtubs and showers.

Daily buffet meals with different international themes each evening are served at the Maakaana Restaurant, located on the beachfront. The Raabondhi Restaurant specializes in seafood dishes and offers a locally-sourced dining experience that celebrates Maldivian cuisine. For drinks and casual snacks, the resort has four bars including the Boli Bar by the pool and the Fun Pub.

The Araamu Spa provides customized wellness experiences with Ayurvedic treatments inspired by local healing traditions, including full body massages and beauty services. Sports facilities include two tennis courts, a squash court, a fitness center, and a table tennis area. The dive center Dive Oceanus offers PADI courses and guided dives to the surrounding coral reefs, and the resort also provides jet skiing and windsurfing equipment.

The Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa is designed for families of up to six and includes direct access to the lagoon. A separate kids' pool and a shallow-end section of the main pool are available for younger guests. The all-inclusive plan includes a kid-friendly buffet and special children's meals at the Maakaana Restaurant.

The resort is located in the Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve known for its diverse marine ecosystem and colorful coral reefs. Access is via a 20-minute speedboat transfer from Dharavandhoo Airport, following a domestic flight from Malé International Airport. The island has a private beach with direct lagoon access and is surrounded by a house reef where guests can see turtles, reef sharks, and manta rays while snorkeling.

Rooms: Largest beachfront villas with private lagoon access

Dining: All-inclusive with daily buffet at Maakaana and seafood at Raabondhi

Wellness: Araamu Spa with Ayurvedic treatments

Activities: Dive Oceanus diving center and water sports

Family: Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa for up to six guests

Location: Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with rich marine life