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The Ritz-Carlton Maldives is divided into three areas: Culinary Island, Grand Sunset Beach, and Fari Marina Village. The latter is accessed by boat and is home to boutiques, restaurants, a beach club, and a Lagoon Coral Adoption and Marine Biology Center.
Fodor's Travel, January 2025This refined and minimalist resort is set on an impeccably styled island easily accessed by boat from the Maldivian capital, and stands out with sleek circular villas, a spectacular overwater spa, extensive leisure facilities and some of the most multifaceted and well-executed dining concepts on offer in the country.
The Telegraph, September 2024If you have a dream of the Maldives, it must surely resemble this place.
Tatler, January 2024The Ritz-Carlton’s first Maldives property is one of the most striking private island resort designs in recent memory
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A Celebration of Maldivian Heritage
From the moment you arrive at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands, the island’s rich traditions come to life. The resonating call of the Sangu conch shell welcomes you, echoing the ancient Maldives, while an island butler delivers legendary Ritz-Carlton service. As the sun sets, the rhythmic beats of Bodu Beru drums fill the air, honoring the Maldives’ oldest surviving tradition, followed by a mesmerizing flaming ceremony marking the transition from day to night.
Culinary Journeys Across the Islands
The resort boasts seven distinctive restaurants and bars spread across the dedicated Culinary Island, Grand Sunset Beach, and Fari Marina Village, offering curated dining experiences for every taste. Start your day with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee at La Locanda, where Southern Italian flavors unfold. Savor indulgent mezze platters and succulent kebabs at Arabesque, embrace Mediterranean beachside dining at the family-friendly Beach Shack, or experience refined Cantonese cuisine at the contemporary Summer Pavilion. Whether toasting to the sunset with a chilled glass of rosé or exploring the flavors of traditional Maldivian cuisine, every meal is a celebration of taste and culture.
Elegant Overwater and Beach Villas
Designed to blend seamlessly with the island’s breathtaking surroundings, the villas at The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands offer modern elegance with uninterrupted water views. Set above the lagoon or nestled along pristine beach coves, each villa features an infinity pool, a sundeck, and the personalized service of an Aris Meeha butler, ensuring an unparalleled level of comfort and hospitality.
A Sanctuary of Wellness Over the Lagoon
The Ritz-Carlton Spa is a ring-shaped oasis suspended over the turquoise waters, offering a serene escape for the mind, body, and spirit. With nine treatment rooms, including a spa suite with a relaxation lounge, a salon, and a boutique, the spa is a haven of holistic wellness. Each treatment room is aligned with the cardinal directions, harnessing powerful energy complemented by healing massages and organic skincare collections by Bamford, providing a luxurious and transformative spa experience in the heart of the Maldives.
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