Overview

Royal Island, locally known as Horudadhoo, is an island in the Baa Atoll, 35 minutes smooth  journey by seaplane from the main Airport to Royal Island. surrounded by a clear blue lagoon teeming with marine life this beautiful private island features lush vegetation and perfect unspoilt beaches - an idyllic setting for the ultimate get-away-from-it-all holiday.

The natural beauty of this island and the elegant hotel make it a perfect getaway and an excellent base for a diving holiday.

Accomodation

Beach Villa

Amidst this tropical paradise are your classically designed superior quality beach villas. Each villa is equipped with all the amenities you would expect from a five star resort for your comfort and relaxation. Each villa is carefully constructed from Merbau wood, which is very unique in this part of the world. The upholstery and decor you will agree has been designed in a truly elegant style.

Presidential Suites

The Han'dhu and Iru Suites of Royal Island are indeed magical in their tropical splendor. Built, decked and furnished elegantly in wood and other natural materials, both suites are spacious and boast all modern comforts presented harmoniously with the natural charm of the adjoining talc white beach and crystal clear lagoon.

For the true romance of a real island get away, both suites offer the privacy and comfort of a loved home with features of highest-class suites.

Dining

Whether your tastes run to international fare, traditional Maldivian specialties or haute cuisine, culinary experts at Royal Island have created menus that will delight. The variety of dining venues offers contrasting choices. Dine al fresco on a poolside terrace, or indoors in the traditional elegance of a distinctly Asian-style restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean. You can also go casual at the Palm Terrace for those refreshing and relaxing moments. Royal Island and Spa creates a dining ambiance to suit your every mood.

Araamu Spa

Araamu Spa is a holistic retreat in a peaceful Maldivian fishing village setting featuring six outdoor wooden pavilions including two deluxe pavilions with sunken Jacuzzi and steam bath. There are five indoor treatment rooms specially designed for Indian Ayurvedic treatments with steam, sauna and whirlpool. Surrounded by tropical foliage and natural water features and ponds, the Araamu Spa is a serene sanctuary offering a sense of complete peace and harmony.

Diving

The diving centre at Royal Island offers numerous opportunities for experienced divers and beginners alike to explore the depths of the ocean. Depending on the season, there are instructors who are conversant in Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese. Delphis - Royal Island offers PADI diving courses from beginners to instructor level, at attractive prices.

Facilities and Acitivities

Spa, boutiques, laundry and valet service, fresh water swimming pool, library, gymnasium with aerobic & fitness centre, sauna, massage, steam bath, high –speed internet.

outdoor and indoor games, water sport center with banana boat rides, fun tubing, windsurfing, canoeing, catamaran sailing, water bike, water skiing, wake boarding, & knee boarding, glass bottom boat tours, kite surfing, parasailing, snorkeling, water scooter / jet skiing, catamaran sailing.

Experiences

Snorkeling, island hopping, night fishing, morning fishing, big game fishing, sunset cocktail, hello neighbours.