As travelers begin planning trips for the 2021 holiday season, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is an ideal destination to visit with the family, as a couple or as a group given its vast array of excursions and activities. The only resort spread over two islands, the property offers guests a contemporary beach hideaway on Rangalifinolhu Island, a luxurious water retreat on Rangali Island or a relaxing over-water villa at The Spa Retreat. Below are just a few reasons why the Maldives makes for the perfect vacation this coming holiday season and beyond.
Secluded Luxury: The property is home the world’s first underwater suite, The Muraka, perfect for groups traveling together to enjoy the benefits of luxury hospitality and service with the seclusion of your own private villa. The resort is an ideal destination for social distancing within the gorgeously appointed overwater or beachfront villas as well as the outdoor restaurant venues and vast beaches.
Whale Shark Diving: Conrad Maldives boasts a perfectly situated location in the South Ari Atoll where whale sharks can be spotted year round.
Interactive Sustainability: Being located in one of the most awe-inspiring, diverse and delicate eco-systems in the world, the hotel is dedicated to “Travel with Purpose,” focused on inspired itineraries and elevated guest experiences that immerse guests in the natural environment and conservation efforts. Led by the resort’s on-staff Marine Biologist, the resort’s Coral Conservation Program aims to protect the reefs surrounding the resort while educating guests in a fun and family-friendly way. Guests assist in the coral line project from start to finish, from measuring coral fragments to be planted in the coral nursery, to receiving updates on the coral line every 3 months following.
New Offerings: Conrad Maldives will be unveiling its multi-year total property redevelopment in early 2022. With renovations in its final stages, the property will continue to bring new and exciting accommodations to the luxury travel offering in the Maldives.
Known for its reputation of firsts, including first overwater villas in the Maldives, first underwater villa and restaurant in the world, and beyond, the property is pleased to continue to offer travelers something new to discover in the Maldives.
A WORLD OF STYLE
Guests will discover contemporary indoor-outdoor living and design, private plunge pools, and breathtaking Indian Ocean views at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. The luxurious villas and suites – tucked among the stunning natural surroundings across the South Ari Atoll – feature beach, water and spa-focused accommodations.
Th first-of-its-kind dining experience, Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, offers guests the opportunity to dine 16 feet below sea level with 180-degree views of reef and marine life, while enjoying innovative fusion menus paired with a selection of the world’s finest wines. Defined as “pearl” in the Maldivian language of Dhivehi, Ithaa became the world’s first aquarium-style undersea restaurant, indulging diners with stunning views of the surrounding lagoon, reefs and tropical fish.
INTUITIVE SERVICE AND INNOVATION
Nestled in a private area of the atoll’s shimmering lagoon, THE MURAKA is a first- of-its-kind residence with living spaces both above and below the surface of the sea, thoughtfully designed for families and groups of up to nine guests. Launched in December 2018, this unique two-story, three-bedroom residence is a triumph of modern design and technology featuring clean lines and natural tones, which echo throughout the design. Guests who stay at THE MURAKA will have devoted butlers who are dedicated to hyper-personalization and attention to detail for each expertly crafted stay in the residence.
AWARD WINNING VILLAS AND SUITES
151 architecturally designed Villas and Suites are spread over two islands, offering guests a contemporary beach hideaway on Rangalifinolhu Island, a luxurious water retreat on Rangali Island or a relaxing over-water villa at The Spa Retreat.
LUXE GASTRONOMY
The resort is a foodie destination of firsts, offering 12 globally inspired cuisines in award winning restaurants such as Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, The Wine Cellar and celebrity chef restaurant Ufaa by Jereme Leung. The property’s wine and cheese bar features 101 varieties of cheese and over 20,000 bottles of the world’s top wines.
TWO AWARD WINNING SPAS
The Spa Retreat on Rangalifinolhu Island offers its own resort experience with nine treatment rooms and Mandhoo Spa Restaurant, whilst the Over-Water Spa on Rangali Island offers guests the opportunity to gaze at the coral reef below during their treatment, through glass floors.
TWO ISLANDS CONNECTED BY A 500m FOOT BRIDGE
The resort’s two islands, Rangali and Rangalifinolhu are connected by a 500m bridge, under which you can often spot Manta Rays dancing at nighttime. The twin island design of the resort makes it an ideal choice for families and couples alike.
THREE DISTINCTIVE RESORT EXPERIENCES SPANNED ACROSS TWO ISLANDS
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island enjoys the elite position of being the only resort in the Maldives that offers three distinct resort experiences spanned across two islands.
