RAAYA by Atmosphere

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Embark on a journey of wonder at the 5* RAAYA by Atmosphere Maldives, where the legend of Seb, a shipwrecked artist and adventurer, comes to life. Surrounded by turquoise waters and vibrant coral reefs, your escape offers an unparalleled luxury holiday experience in the heart of the Maldives. It promises a premium All-Inclusive package with unlimited cocktails and mocktails, premium brand drinks and a choice of dining venues with menus ranging from local delicacies to international dishes. Unique experiences including cultural excursions, adventure activities, and wellness programmes are also included, all designed to immerse you in the local culture and natural beauty of the magical Maldives. Your spacious beach or water villa becomes a secluded haven, providing ample private space to relax and lead directly onto the sandy beach or sparkling lagoon. Don’t forget to make time and head to the spa for your complimentary spa treatments included within the plan based on length of stay. Massage anyone?

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Babysitting service
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Located on a private island in Raa Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 45 minutes by complimentary seaplane transfer (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

167 beach and water villas. All with LED TV, WiFi, living and dining areas, mini-bar (replenished daily), safe, and tea/coffee-making facilities. Beach Villas are 61sqm and located just steps away from the beach, with a terrace, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Raaya Plan All Inclusive includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at RAAYA Life. Premium brands of spirits, wines, and beers. Cocktails and signature drinks. Mocktails, seasonal fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, RAAYA still and sparkling water, and a variety of tea and coffee. Champagne welcome drink on arrival. In-villa mini-bar stocked with wines, beers, soft beverages, and snacks. Full access to the fitness centre and yoga pavilion, with weekly and seasonal group activities including yoga, Pilates and strength training. Complimentary RAAYA’s secret mangrove discovery experience with guided nature walk. Complimentary wooden Dhoni building workshop (one Dhoni per stay). Complimentary snorkelling gear. One snorkelling excursion shuttle daily to selected sites nearby (on pre-registration basis, weather permitting). Complimentary use of non-motorised water sports, includes canoe, and stand-up paddle board. Complimentary excursions: sunset fishing trip and sunset cruise (per guest during the stay). Complimentary seaplane transfers. Complimentary spa treatment (eligible per person, per stay for adults - 18 years and above) from a special RAAYA Plan™ Spa Menu depending on the duration of the stay:

- 4-7 nights stay: one 45-minutes spa treatment

- 8-11 nights stay: two 45-minutes spa treatment

- 12-15 nights stay: three 45-minutes spa treatment

- 16-19 nights stay: four 45-minutes spa treatment.

Guests staying 4 nights or more will experience all three of the speciality restaurants: Ampers&nd – Bar & Restaurant, Mizaj and The Village. For each additional night enjoy one additional meal at one of the speciality restaurants, rotating among the three restaurants.

Please note: All Inclusive ceases at 11am on the day of departure.

Room upgrades

Beach Villas with Pool are 91sqm and are on the beachfront, with a private plunge pool and daybed on the terrace, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Water Villas are 73sqm and are located on a private deck with a daybed, overwater hammock and steps down into the lagoon. Villas have 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Water Villas with Pool are 80sqm and have a private plunge pool on the deck, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

2 Bedroom Family Beach Villas are interconnecting villas offering plenty of living spaces, terrace with dining area, hammock, and daybeds, with 2 king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

2 Bedroom Family Beach Villas with pool are also available. Spanning 232sqm, these interconnecting villas offer a spacious terrace with dining area, hammock, and daybeds, plus a 19sqm pool. With 2 king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

  • Booking Bonus: Book 4 nights or more by 31 Aug '25 to receive up to 25% off the accommodation cost for stays between 22 Apr - 20 Dec '25. Terms and conditions apply. Applicable to certain room types. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 
  • Booking Bonus: Book 4 nights or more by 31 Aug '25 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost for stays between 5 Jan '26 - 31 Mar '27.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

RAAYA Life (all-day dining buffet restaurant, Arabic and Maldivian cuisine), SOAQ pool bar, RAAYA Hub sports bar (bar snack menu and drinks). Seb's Shack (light bites and drinks). Speciality dining experiences*: The Village (dinner restaurant, Italian flavours), Mizaj (fine-dining Middle Eastern restaurant), Ampers&nd – Bar & Restaurant (lunch and dinner, Pan-Asian cuisine).

Please note: on Fridays all speciality outlets are closed and guests can experience Grand Maldivian Night.

Spa*. Fitness centre and Yoga pavilion. Outdoor Activity Zone with padel tennis court, football ground, skateboard park, 9-hole crazy golf, zip line and beach volley. Complimentary snorkelling gear. Kids Discovery Den (with daily activities including arts and crafts, trampoline and natural playground). Complimentary Dhoni building workshops. Complimentary guided nature walk.

Complimentary WiFi access.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating 10/10 at Raaya spa

Jun 30, 2025 Rebecca Y

The spa experience felt very exquisite and luxurious, topping off with the friendly staff. Special mention to Alasy who was helpful and accommodating. Adds to the amazing experience here with Raaya resort :-)
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Vacation should be like as I had in Raaya. An amazing place, where warm moments ware wrapped in the arms of serenity.

Jun 28, 2025 Explorer54967948626

Approaching the Jetty, the faintly heard drum pet became louder chorusing my adrenaline surged beats. This welcoming bold beats along with the profound untamed breeze, blended with the soothing welcome drink - made my tiredness vanish. Our Island Host ‘Mr. Achala’ received us & then drove us to ‘ 2BR beach villa with pool’ describing all the pros… Read more
Approaching the Jetty, the faintly heard drum pet became louder chorusing my adrenaline surged beats. This welcoming bold beats along with the profound untamed breeze, blended with the soothing welcome drink - made my tiredness vanish. Our Island Host ‘Mr. Achala’ received us & then drove us to ‘ 2BR beach villa with pool’ describing all the pros and cons in such a way that nothing could be missed. During my 5 nights stay, Mr. Achala remained like a shadow and guided us beginning from the ‘Good morning message’ to ‘Sunset dinner schedule’. He always answered very promptly in every queries. The wild, untamed birds from the bushes, made my heart full of joy while entertaining them with grains and observing their furious fights with one another. My Children had a very pleasant time in ‘Kids Club’ & ‘Dhoni’ making art was a great experience for all 4 of us. The blue water etched its depth in my soul with never ending, heart touching eagerness to come again. Though the bleaching in the private pool burned my eyes. And finally the farewell beckoning ,reminds me the melancholia, creating glimpses of the memories in my neurons which no device can hold in pixels. Read less
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Jun 26, 2025 Juniorman1 Southall, United Kingdom

what an amazing massage and experience of professionalism with the Elena spa sham and newmie were both great and met our expectations
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great for First-Time Visitors – Beautiful Island with Excellent Service

Jun 26, 2025 Uglynet Maldon, United Kingdom

We visited Raaya in June as a group of friends and deliberately chose a larger island for the range of activities—and Raaya definitely delivered on that front. The à la carte restaurants were very good, though we did find the menus became a bit repetitive. A weekly rotation would make a big difference. One drawback was the cost of the payable… Read more
We visited Raaya in June as a group of friends and deliberately chose a larger island for the range of activities—and Raaya definitely delivered on that front. The à la carte restaurants were very good, though we did find the menus became a bit repetitive. A weekly rotation would make a big difference. One drawback was the cost of the payable water sports. They were quite expensive, which meant we didn’t end up using them as much as we would have liked—they were often left unused throughout the day. The lagoon itself was a bit disappointing in terms of marine life, although this is, of course, beyond the resort’s control. The trip to the house reef was excellent, but it’s limited to one trip per stay. At other resorts without easy reef access, we’ve had daily complimentary snorkelling trips included, which would have been appreciated here as well. The villas were absolutely stunning—high quality, luxurious, and stocked with premium branded toiletries and excellent mini bar. What really stood out, though, was the exceptional service. The staff were incredible—especially the teams at Soaq and Raaya Hub. Special thanks to Nasru and Sam, who went above and beyond to take care of us. Their warmth and hard work really made our stay. Overall, if it’s your first time visiting the Maldives, Raaya is a fantastic option—you’ll feel spoiled and well looked after. If you’re a seasoned Maldives visitor looking for a rich snorkelling experience, you might find the marine life a little underwhelming, but the resort offers plenty of other activities to enjoy. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Memorable visit to Raaya

Jun 25, 2025 smbhasin Gurugram (Gurgaon), India

Great service, great food, beautiful island.. Excellent service by the staff. Relaxing massage at ellena spa by Rastiti. They understand your requirement and provide best in class experience . Must try resort and spa...................