Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa Hotel

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Located on a private 7-hectare island, the Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa has finally opened up its doors and is ready to welcome you. Featuring beach and overwater villas, five restaurants, two bars, luxury spa, water sports and kids club there's experiences here for everyone. And whether you're travelling in a couple or as a family the Deluxe All-Inclusive package covers every aspect of your hideaway holiday so, there’s nothing more for you do to except sit back, relax, and soak up some sunshine. Or for the more adventurous, why not grab a snorkel and explore the local house reef – directly from your Superior Water Villa! Heaven.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Families
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

In the Raa Atoll, this 20-hectare island is surrounded by 1.5km of soft sand. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

80 Beach and Overwater villas. All with air-conditioning, satellite TV, iPod docking station, WiFi, tea/coffee-making facilities and daily refreshed mini-bar. Beach Villas have an open-air bathroom and private furnished patio with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. Deluxe All-Inclusive includes: breakfast (at Aqua), lunch (at Aqua and Beach Club Grill), and dinner (at Aqua, Beach Club Grill, Carnivorous, Mediterraneo and La Asiatique). Selected premium branded drinks, including spirits, international beers, international wines, cocktails and signature drinks, plus soft drinks including in-house mineral water.

Beach Villas with Pool have a front-row access to Faaruhushi’s white-sand beach, and a private covered patio with lounge furniture, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Ideal for families the Family Beach Villa with Pool have a separate twin bedroom, as well as 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Water Villas with Pool are located along Faarufushi’s jetty, and feature a patio over the sea plus a private infinity pool with direct access to the water, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Sunset Water Villas with Pool are located along Faarufushi’s jetty, and feature a private covered patio with lounge furniture, private infinity pool, and direct access to the water, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults

Superior Water Villas with Pool are located at the end of jetty, and have a private infinity pool, patio over the sea, lounge area, bedroom with walk-in closet, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Aqua Restaurant (all-day dining, International buffet restaurant). Beach Club Grill Restaurant (lunch). Carnivorous Restaurant (churrasco style barbecue, dinner). Le Asiatique (Asian mix, dinner). Mediterraneo Restaurant (Mediterranean and seafood menu, dinner). Sunset Pool and Bar. Eclipse Bar.

Spa* with yoga pavilion. Gym. Water sports centre with hobie cats, kayaks, kites and windsurfing. Motorised water sports*. Dive centre*. Tennis court. Kid’s club (3-12 years).

*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.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2861)
  • Very good (33)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating We spent wonderful time in this Hotel!

Jan 20, 2026 Murad N

Wonderful island with nice service, delicious food and amenities. Hotel is new, clean and well designed. Special thanks to Mr. Kumar, mr. Maksadbek and mr. Oybek.
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Jan 19, 2026 BrighouseJim Huddersfield, United Kingdom

One of the most special holidays! Everything that is said about paradise is here. The staff, accommodation, food and drink, wildlife and sea were all amazing. A special thanks to Tharif, our villa host, who went beyond any expectations for making our stay so special.
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Jan 19, 2026 xie t

The past few days have been very relaxing and happy times. I very much hope and will definitely visit again. thank u tharif.
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Jan 19, 2026 moroanna77 Wiener Neustadt, Austria

I stayed at Faarufushi during the festive period, and despite the premium price, it was absolutely the best possible choice. The atmosphere was magical, with the entire resort beautifully illuminated and stunning decorations everywhere. There were many activities for both adults and children, all included in the package. The weather helped a lot… Read more
I stayed at Faarufushi during the festive period, and despite the premium price, it was absolutely the best possible choice. The atmosphere was magical, with the entire resort beautifully illuminated and stunning decorations everywhere. There were many activities for both adults and children, all included in the package. The weather helped a lot as well with clear blue skies all day long. The absolute highlight of our stay was the Christmas Eve gala dinner on the 24th. The buffet was simply out of this world. The evening started with a cocktail reception, where a caviar lady offered a free flow of Russian caviar, followed by Iberico ham, Wagyu grilled on a small BBQ, and Italian delicatessen. The buffet extended along the entire length of the Aqua Restaurant and featured top-quality Australian Wagyu, lobsters, langoustines, blue scampi, jumbo tiger prawns, scallops and Wagyu Wellington. The appetizer section alone was literally a four-meter mountain of seafood, followed by an impressive dessert selection and a huge spread of chocolates. For us, this is a buffet that is hardly replicable and impossible to beat. Well done to the chef, culinary and F&B team. We can confidently say this is the best all-inclusive resort we have ever experienced. Read less
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Jan 18, 2026 Rebeca Loredana B Suceava, Romania

Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa is, without hesitation, among the finest resorts we have ever experienced. Having previously stayed at exceptional properties such as Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa and Soneva Jani, we arrive with very high standards — and Emerald Faarufushi not only met them, but surpassed them. From the very first… Read more
Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa is, without hesitation, among the finest resorts we have ever experienced. Having previously stayed at exceptional properties such as Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa and Soneva Jani, we arrive with very high standards — and Emerald Faarufushi not only met them, but surpassed them. From the very first moment at check-in, everything was impeccable. The villas were allocated immediately, seamlessly and with genuine warmth. Even more impressive was the organization of an extraordinary late check-out — offered naturally, without additional charges, and without the usual hesitation of “we’re not sure if it’s possible.” It was simply handled, graciously and effortlessly. The staff is truly exceptional: extremely well trained, attentive to every detail, yet never intrusive. Their presence feels natural and sincere, not scripted. Cleanliness throughout the resort is outstanding — from the villas to the pools and restaurants — everything is immaculate and beautifully maintained. Any request or question was met instantly, always with a smile and a genuine willingness to help, without ever giving the impression that assistance was forced or artificial. The all-inclusive concept here is taken to an exceptional level. The food is delicious, refined, and impeccably prepared. The possibility to dine across multiple restaurants truly enhances the experience and keeps every meal exciting. A special mention goes to the Italian executive chef — and to what was, quite simply, the best lobster risotto we have ever had. Emerald Faarufushi genuinely deserves to be ranked among the very top resorts in the Maldives. We sincerely hope this review contributes to elevating its already outstanding rating from 9.9 to a well-deserved 10. For the first time, we leave a resort already knowing we want to return. Read less