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. In-room stocked minibar with snacks, a selection of wine, soft drinks, beer, water,
tea and coffee. Non-motorized water sport activities (private lessons available at extra charge). Snorkeling equipment: mask, snorkel and fins. Guided group snorkeling (30 minutes, twice a week -subject to weather conditions).Complimentary Padel and Tennis during the day

Excursions (subject to weather conditions):

• 1 excursion per stay for a minimum 7-night stay

• 2 excursions per stay for a minimum 10-night stay


Guests in ALL VILLA CATEGORIES enjoy full access to all restaurants and bars throughout the resort as part of the Deluxe All-Inclusive Oasis Plan. A selection of premium menu items is also available at an additional charge.


Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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.

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Jul 24, 2026 Zuokaixiang Y

joseph,my good friend,pinker from med restaurant both are amazing also had great time with them thank you for your hospitality Eva
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stunning hotel

Jul 22, 2026 Vera S

It’s a stunning hotel! But the staff deserves special mention, especially our villa host Daria, who surrounded us with comfort and care! Thank you!
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Jul 22, 2026 Dreamer10669512553

Apekcha 細心體貼 , 服務非常好, 令大家能夠享受一個愉快假期。 還有健身室及運動場的Bay, 都是熱情好客, 令人賓至如歸。We really enjoyed our vacant over here and hope to come back again
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Jul 21, 2026 Ellie Y

Our host Apekcha is nice and helpful. She arranged all the activities for us, even though we would like to change the time, she tried her best to help us. The house keeper Irman did a very good job. he cleaned our villa twice a day. Every time we came back, the room was tidy and clean. The cameraman Maain is professional. He did the photo shoot… Read more
Our host Apekcha is nice and helpful. She arranged all the activities for us, even though we would like to change the time, she tried her best to help us. The house keeper Irman did a very good job. he cleaned our villa twice a day. Every time we came back, the room was tidy and clean. The cameraman Maain is professional. He did the photo shoot very quickly and the product was perfect. The staff in all the restaurants are nice and helpful. Rabiul is a staff from Beach Club Grill. He is helpful. Read less
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Jul 21, 2026 Yiu Cheong H

The room is comfortable, the host Apekcha is doing great ,help us enjoy our trip in Maldives, and the view outside is tremendous.