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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Traveller rating

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Everything was great

Jul 16, 2025 Anastassiya O

A very nice hotel , with a hospitable stuff and tasty food + unforgettable ocean and very calm atmosphere. I would recommend it for the families and couples
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely Resort but Service Could Be Better

Jul 13, 2025 Adventure68013425991

Hello, My husband and I stayed at your resort for a week. We were satisfied with the housekeeping service as well as the waiters who served the food. The access to the sea was nice, and the beach and the reef were beautiful and clean. However, there were too few bars for the size of the island. The biggest drawback was the small number of… Read more
Hello, My husband and I stayed at your resort for a week. We were satisfied with the housekeeping service as well as the waiters who served the food. The access to the sea was nice, and the beach and the reef were beautiful and clean. However, there were too few bars for the size of the island. The biggest drawback was the small number of bartenders working at the bars — they often got the orders wrong. For such a large area, having only two or three bartenders is unacceptable. Sometimes we had to wait almost 30 minutes just to get the bill, and once it took 40 minutes to get a drink — I even timed it — and in the end, the order was still wrong. I can understand how this happens when there are so few staff members. I strongly believe you should hire more people to work in the bars and restaurants, especially considering the size of the resort. Also, this was our third time visiting the Maldives, and it was the first time we experienced being repeatedly pressured to buy extra offers, like special dinners. It would be nice if these offers were suggested in a more subtle way. Of course, it’s good to inform guests about such opportunities, but not in a pushy manner — we heard about the same dinner twice while sitting in the bar and twice again during a regular dinner. Read less
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Jul 12, 2025 jeanmS9597DR

Nazia was a great liaison for all our activities. What a great idea to have a single point of contact! Of course the resort is attractive and spotlessly clean. The food in the main restaurant was fresh with a good variety. Habib provided attentive service. Thanks Habib! The Raabondhi restaurant was a wonderful location for evening cocktails and… Read more
Nazia was a great liaison for all our activities. What a great idea to have a single point of contact! Of course the resort is attractive and spotlessly clean. The food in the main restaurant was fresh with a good variety. Habib provided attentive service. Thanks Habib! The Raabondhi restaurant was a wonderful location for evening cocktails and its fine dining experience. The chef deserves special mention. I will dream of the lemon prawns with the mango salad! We undertook several diving and snorkelling trips. Very efficient and safe. The spa ladies were so kind and I had a relaxing massage in a beautiful environment. I am planning a return visit already! Read less
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Jul 11, 2025 Anahit A

The staff, service, food, beach, atmosphere were excellent, we really enjoyed our stay at Royal island. Beautifull reef allows you to do snorkelling, see sharks, eagle rays, fish. Our guide Mark was very kind to us. Hopefully will come back here🤌🤍
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Peaceful Solo Escape with Heartfelt Hospitality

Jul 11, 2025 wangjunfeng1997 Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

I spent 8 days at Royal Island on a solo getaway, and it turned out to be one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease. The island is peaceful and breathtakingly beautiful – turquoise waters, soft white sand, and lush greenery all around. My villa was spotless, stylish, and opened right… Read more
I spent 8 days at Royal Island on a solo getaway, and it turned out to be one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. From the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease. The island is peaceful and breathtakingly beautiful – turquoise waters, soft white sand, and lush greenery all around. My villa was spotless, stylish, and opened right onto the beach – a dream for anyone looking for serenity and privacy. As a solo traveler, I was especially touched by how warm and welcoming the entire team was. A very special thank you to my butler, Mark Anthony, who was incredibly kind, attentive, and thoughtful throughout my stay. He made everything effortless and always made sure I felt comfortable and cared for. The food was another highlight – fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The restaurant and bar staff were also exceptional: always friendly, attentive, and genuinely interested in creating a positive experience. Their warm energy made every meal and drink feel personal and enjoyable. Royal Island is not only stunning – it also has heart. It’s the perfect place to reconnect with yourself, recharge, and feel genuinely cared for. I left with a full heart and can’t wait to return. Read less