The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah

The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah is a luxury resort located amidst the pristine nature of the southern Gaafu Atoll. It belongs to the Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts chain. The Residence Maldives Dhigurah is connected to the neighboring island-resort, The Residence Maldives Falhumaafushi, by a kilometer-long private bridge. Together, these two islands form one of the largest resorts in the Maldives.

The hotel is suitable for both romantic getaways and unforgettable family vacations and youth parties. It offers 173 spacious villas of various categories, including beachfront villas, overwater villas, and lagoon villas, each with its own private bridge. All villas are designed to provide guests with a sense of personal space and come with their own pools.

Guests can enjoy a range of amenities, such as an infinity pool, the Clarins spa complex, a fitness center, a kids' club, a PADI-5 diving center, various water sports, and more. The resort also organizes culinary masterclasses, island excursions, deep-sea fishing trips, yacht cruises, and lectures by marine biologists. Bicycles and snorkeling equipment are provided free of charge. The hotel's staff includes Russian-speaking personnel, and it has been awarded the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence in 2018.

The resort is located 380 km south of Male International Airport and 72 km north of the equator. The transfer includes a 55-minute domestic flight to Kooddoo Airport, followed by a 5-minute speedboat ride.

The uniqueness of The Residence Maldives lies in its location, 20 kilometers from the equator, offering a secluded oceanfront experience on the island.

Recommended for romantic getaways, weddings, and family vacations.

For detailed information and photos of the rooms and resort facilities, please visit the official hotel website.

Beach: Sandy beach.

For children: A kids' club is available for young guests aged 3 to 12.

In the rooms: Air conditioning, TV, tea/coffee facilities, DVD player, telephone, safe, hairdryer, Wi-Fi, minibar, bathrobe, and slippers.

Hotel facilities: 3 restaurants, 2 bars, a 42-meter infinity pool, the Infinity Spa center, a DVD/CD library, the Turtle Kids Club, wedding ceremonies, laundry service, photographer service, nanny service.

Sports and entertainment: The Spa by Clarins with 10 ocean-view pavilions offering rejuvenating and revitalizing treatments, a fitness center with modern equipment and personalized classes (TRX, stretching, cardio, yoga, aquafitness), a PADI diving center, a water sports center offering snorkeling, windsurfing, parasailing, catamarans, kayaking, jet skiing, wakeboarding, water skiing, kneeboarding, flyboarding, and SUP.

Turtle Kids Club offers entertainment and educational activities for children aged 3 to 17, including an outdoor playground.

Diving center, Water sports center, Bicycles, Yoga, Fitness center, Table games, Open-air cinema, Billiards, Culinary masterclasses, Fishing, Excursions.

Dining options:

1. The Dining Room: The main international cuisine restaurant with a lagoon view, serving buffet-style meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including a kids' menu.
2. Li Bai: A modern interpretation of refined Cantonese cuisine featuring traditional dishes such as dim sum, fresh seafood, and meat. Open for lunch and dinner.
3. Cafe del Sol: A poolside café offering Mediterranean dishes such as pizza, pasta, burgers, and tapas. Open from 12:00 to 22:00 (tapas only from 16:00 to 22:00).
4. Beach Club: A poolside bar where guests can relax with a glass of sparkling wine and enjoy the mesmerizing sunsets of the Maldives. Open from 22:00 until the last guest.
5. Long Island Bar: Located near the Li Bai restaurant, it is an excellent place to enjoy an aperitif or a refined cocktail. Open from 17:00 to 22:30.
6. Private Dining: Upon request, the hotel can organize a romantic beach picnic or a villa dinner.

Meal plans available:
1. All-Inclusive Standard (SAI).
2. All-Inclusive Premium (PAI).

Room types:

36 Sunset Beach Pool Villa (~150 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

23 Sunset Deluxe Beach Pool Villa (~155 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

13 Sunrise Deluxe Beach Pool Villa (~155 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

17 Lagoon Pool Villa (~150 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

Beachfront villas with a pool and sunset view. They consist of a bedroom with a bed and a sitting area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and direct access to the beach. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beachfront villas with a lagoon and sunset view. They consist of a bedroom with a bed and a living area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and direct access to the beach. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beachfront villas with a lagoon and sunrise view. They consist of a bedroom with a bed and a living area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and direct access to the beach. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Water villas in the lagoon, partially located above the beach. They consist of a bedroom with a bed and a sitting area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a water slide. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

29 Sunrise Water Pool Villa / 25 Sunset Water Pool Villa (~155 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

4 Sunrise Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villas / 4 Sunset Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villas (~336 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

Water villas with a sunrise or sunset view. They consist of a bedroom with a bed and a sitting area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a water slide. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beachfront villas with 2 bedrooms and a sunrise or sunset view. They consist of a living room with a dining area, a bedroom with a king-size bed and a sitting area, a bedroom with twin beds and a sitting area, 2 bathrooms (each with a bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers), a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and direct access to the beach. Maximum occupancy - 6 adults or 5 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 4 children.

3 Sunrise Two-Bedroom Water Pool Villa / 1 Sunset Two-Bedroom Water Pool Villa (~336 sq.m. with terrace and pool)

Water villas with 2 bedrooms and a sunrise or sunset view. They consist of a living room with a dining area, a bedroom with a king-size bed and a sitting area, a bedroom with twin beds and a sitting area, 2 bathrooms (each with a bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers), a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a water slide. Maximum occupancy - 6 adults or 5 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 4 children.