Royal Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Sunset Beach Villa
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Main Bar
Fun Pub
Fun Pub
Main Bar
Araamu Spa
Araamu Spa
Domestic flight transfer
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Sunset Beach Villa
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Main Bar
Fun Pub
Fun Pub
Main Bar
Araamu Spa
Araamu Spa
Domestic flight transfer

The hotel

Blending ancient traditions with modern living, Royal Island is a beautiful, Green Key certified eco-resort with almost every facility you could wish for. Authentic Maldivian hospitality and a holistic spa offering unique experiences will help to make your stay utterly relaxing. All around the island are unspoiled beaches, uninhabited islands, coral gardens and crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life. Enjoy dramatic views from your private beach villa, while away hours in peaceful seclusion surrounded by tropical foliage or explore the reefs with a snorkel or on one of the regular island-hopping excursions.

Amenities

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located 118km northwest of Malé in Baa Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 20-minute fixed wing domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Island followed by a 10-minute speedboat transfer to Royal Island.

Hotel information

148 classically designed Beach Villas. All with terrace, air-conditioning and ceiling fan, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, hairdryer, and safe, bathrobes and slippers, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

All Inclusive option: includes breakfast lunch and dinner in the main restaurant and afternoon tea and snacks at the pool terrace. Drinks include bottled water, tea and coffee, canned or bottled soft drinks and juice. House wine, beer and selected house brand spirits (gin, vodka, rum, arrack, brandy & whiskey) plus selected cocktails, from the main bar and pool terrace, from 10:00am–1:00am. Mini-bar with two small coca colas and two canned fruit juices, replenished once per day (all other items at a charge). Sports including snorkelling equipment, dingy sailing and canoeing. One night-fishing excursion per guest per stay, when staying 6 nights or more.

Please note: Champagne and premium spirits are available at an extra charge.

Premium all inclusive: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant. Guests can also select one a la carte meal per day at the pool terrace or Raabondhi restaurant. Afternoon tea, a wide range of wines, beers and premium brand spirits, cocktails, tea & coffee, soft drinks and bottled water throughout the day. Mini-bar (replenished once daily) and a selection of land and water sports such as badminton, tennis, snorkelling, windsurfing and stand up paddle boarding. $100 credit per person per stay can be used towards either the spa or diving.

Regular island-hopping excursions*. Overnight picnic trip*. 

Maakanaa Restaurant (buffet, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner) and Raabondhi Restaurant (à la carte specialty seafood cuisine, open for lunch and dinner). 3 bars including Boli Bar (lounge and fun pub) and Pool Bar.

Evening entertainment in the main bar, including live bands and shows.

Swimming pool. Fitness centre. Araamu Spa* offering a range of beauty treatments and massage, in indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, with sauna, Jacuzzi and steam rooms. Water sports including PADI scuba-diving*, snorkelling, day and night fishing*, big-game fishing*. Tennis (floodlighting available at a charge), squash, table tennis, volleyball, badminton and billiards. 

Room service*. Complimentary WiFi available in main reception, Boli Bar and Raabondhi Restaurant. 

*Denotes local charge.

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Aug 12, 2025 Alessandro D

Wonderful experience, everything perfect, our host Noble gave us all the information to experience this beautiful holiday
Image of the Tripadvisor rating great snorkeling area

Aug 11, 2025 Sunshine18190571235

it was great to spend 10days here snorkeling, swimming, relaxing. and big thanks to Nazia. she fully supported us and provided all needed information
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect getaway

Aug 11, 2025 Arne L Petaling Jaya

We had a lovely time in the resort in several aspects, lucky with the weather and lucky to have chosen the Royal Island Resort. Our local fell-good-manager Nazia was always around making sure that we have everything we need and more. Big thank you again! The facility itself is not the newest anymore but I think that's actually good because… Read more
We had a lovely time in the resort in several aspects, lucky with the weather and lucky to have chosen the Royal Island Resort. Our local fell-good-manager Nazia was always around making sure that we have everything we need and more. Big thank you again! The facility itself is not the newest anymore but I think that's actually good because everything is well orchestrated. From preparation of the food to the organisaton of daily events and activities such as tours and water sports. We enjoyed our time and will definitely consider to return at some point in the future! Read less
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Aug 10, 2025 C3421JDcraigr

Royal island is an island paradise. Superbly run and very hospitable staff, you are made welcome from the very moment you step off the boat. The resort is a bit dated however it is incredibly well maintained and the Villas are very positioned to allow you some sea some shade and some privacy. The water sports and the dive centre are well… Read more
Royal island is an island paradise. Superbly run and very hospitable staff, you are made welcome from the very moment you step off the boat. The resort is a bit dated however it is incredibly well maintained and the Villas are very positioned to allow you some sea some shade and some privacy. The water sports and the dive centre are well organized. We did the Manta experience at Hanifaru Bay which is well worth it but be prepared to swim the current can be quite strong. The food at the main Makaana restaurant is exceptional and varied and there are different themes every night I would however suggest that they improve the breakfast selection. Dinner or lunch at Raabondhi is highly recommended as the food and service is excellent. The Boli bar is a great place to hang out and the staff especially Agus are very good. I would recommend that they could upgrade the bar snacks menu but overall a cool place to chill after a day in the sun. We had 10 days as a family at Royal Island and would highly recommend it. Don’t forget the mozzie spray though 😁 Read less
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Aug 9, 2025 Shifana A

The experience at your resort was incredible .The staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful .The rooms were immaculate and very comfortable.The food was delightful and mouthwatering