The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi is a luxury resort located amidst the pristine nature of the exotic island of Falhumaafushi. It belongs to the hotel chain Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts. The hotel offers accommodation in luxurious villas constructed with natural materials in the Maldivian architectural style. Most of the rooms are situated overwater and have their own private pool.
Guests can enjoy the infinity pool, the Clarins spa complex, a fitness center, a kids' club, a PADI-5 diving center, water sports, and much more. The hotel arranges culinary masterclasses, island excursions, deep-sea fishing, yacht trips, and lectures by a marine biologist. Bicycles and snorkeling equipment are provided for free. Russian-speaking staff are available at the resort. The hotel has been awarded the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor in 2018.
Guests can also use the facilities of the neighboring 5-star resort, The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, which is connected to The Residence at Falhumaafushi by a bridge. The resort is located on Falhumaafushi Island in the North Gaafu Atoll, 389 km from Male International Airport. The island's size is 1000m x 120m. The transfer takes 55 minutes by domestic airline followed by a 7-minute speedboat ride to the hotel.
The uniqueness of The Residence Maldives lies in its location, 20 kilometers away from the equator, offering a secluded oceanfront retreat. It is recommended for romantic getaways, wedding ceremonies, and family vacations.
Beach: The resort features a sandy beach.
For Children: A kids' club is available for young guests aged 3 to 12. They can enjoy a diverse program including drawing lessons, origami, sandcastle building, movie screenings, fun games, and snorkeling activities.
In-Room Amenities: The rooms are equipped with WIFI, air conditioning, a safe, a mini-bar, a television, tea/coffee making facilities, a hairdryer, a telephone, a DVD player, bathrobes, slippers, and toiletries.
Hotel Facilities: The hotel offers a SPA center, a swimming pool, a kids' club, wedding ceremonies, three restaurants, two bars, a shop, a hairdresser, doctor services, babysitting, laundry, sports and entertainment options, including yoga, billiards, excursions, open-air cinema, fishing, and culinary masterclasses.
Diving and water sports activities have temporarily been moved to the neighboring resort, The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah. The diving center provides PADI courses and offers a wide variety of diving spots for divers of all levels. Water sports include catamarans, windsurfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, water skiing, kneeboarding, jet skis, wakeboarding, flyboarding, and parasailing.
Golf and fitness facilities are also available.
Dining: The Dining Room serves international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a kids' menu available. Falhumaa is a restaurant located overwater, offering a refined menu and an excellent wine selection, featuring both meat and seafood dishes for lunch and dinner. The Beach Bar provides refreshing drinks and light food with a view of the beach and pool. Private Dining can be arranged upon request for a romantic beach picnic or a villa dinner. The Library Bar, located above the lobby, offers breathtaking panoramic ocean views and serves favorite drinks and cocktails, allowing guests to enjoy reading or playing board games.
Meal Plans: Breakfast (BB), Half Board (HB), Full Board (FB), All-Inclusive (SAI), and All-Inclusive Premium (PAI) options are available.
IMPORTANT: The Residence Maldives Falhumaafushi is planning to improve the island's beach area from May 15 to July 15, 2023.