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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unforgettable honeymoon at Emerald Faarufushi

Jul 18, 2026 Haipeng W

我们在翡翠法鲁度过的蜜月堪称完美。度假村风景如画,餐饮精致,每一位员工都热情而专业。尤其要感谢我们的管家 Tharif——他为我们安排浪漫的晚餐,帮忙规划出海活动,还总是带着温暖的笑容关心我们的每一个需求。正是他的细心和真诚,让我们的蜜月变得格外难忘和快乐。如果您正在寻找一个服务卓越、宛如天堂的度假地,这里绝对是不二之选。我们一定会再回来的! Our honeymoon at Emerald Faarufushi was nothing short of perfect. The resort is breathtaking, the food exquisite, and every staff member warm and professional. A special… Read more
我们在翡翠法鲁度过的蜜月堪称完美。度假村风景如画,餐饮精致,每一位员工都热情而专业。尤其要感谢我们的管家 Tharif——他为我们安排浪漫的晚餐,帮忙规划出海活动,还总是带着温暖的笑容关心我们的每一个需求。正是他的细心和真诚,让我们的蜜月变得格外难忘和快乐。如果您正在寻找一个服务卓越、宛如天堂的度假地,这里绝对是不二之选。我们一定会再回来的! Our honeymoon at Emerald Faarufushi was nothing short of perfect. The resort is breathtaking, the food exquisite, and every staff member warm and professional. A special shout‑out to our butler, Tharif – he arranged romantic dinners, helped plan excursions, and always checked on us with a genuine smile. It was his attention to detail and heartfelt kindness that made our honeymoon truly unforgettable and joyful. If you're looking for a paradise getaway with outstanding service, this is the place. We will definitely be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Five-Star Review for Butler Tharif ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Jul 18, 2026 Wanyi T

给管家 Tharif 的五星好评 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 在翡翠法鲁富士岛的整个假期,Tharif 让我们的体验从"美好"升级到了"完美"。他是一位真正用心服务的管家——从我们抵达的那一刻起,他就以温暖的笑容和专业的态度迎接我们。 Tharif… Read more
给管家 Tharif 的五星好评 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 在翡翠法鲁富士岛的整个假期,Tharif 让我们的体验从"美好"升级到了"完美"。他是一位真正用心服务的管家——从我们抵达的那一刻起,他就以温暖的笑容和专业的态度迎接我们。 Tharif 尽职尽责,风趣幽默,非常细心和贴心!他的贴心体现在每一个细节:他会主动在每天一大早发来消息,安排好当天的餐厅预约和活动;无论是出海浮潜的提醒,还是自费项目的建议,他总是考虑周全。 最打动我们的是,他每天晚上都会来到我们用餐的餐厅,亲自询问一天的感受,确保一切尽善尽美。即使语言沟通不算特别顺畅,他依然能精准理解我们的需求,真正做到"想客人之所想"。 出发那天,我们特意与他合影留念——这不仅是对他服务的认可,更是因为这段旅程因他而更加难忘。如果你计划前往翡翠法鲁富士岛,强烈推荐备注指定 Tharif 作为你的管家! Five-Star Review for Butler Tharif ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tharif truly elevated our entire stay at Emerald Faarufushi from "wonderful" to "absolutely perfect." From the moment we arrived, he greeted us with a warm smile and genuine professionalism that set the tone for our entire vacation. Tharif is dedicated and responsible, witty and humorous, incredibly attentive and thoughtful! His care shines through in every detail: he proactively messaged us every morning with the day's restaurant reservations and activity arrangements. Whether reminding us about snorkeling excursions or offering thoughtful recommendations for paid activities, he was always one step ahead. What touched us most was his personal touch — every evening, he would come to whichever restaurant we were dining at to check in on our day and ensure everything was absolutely perfect. Even with slight language barriers, he intuitively understood our needs and consistently anticipated what we wanted before we even asked. On our departure day, we made sure to take a photo with him — not just as a token of appreciation, but because he genuinely made this trip unforgettable. If you're planning a visit to Emerald Faarufushi, I highly recommend requesting Tharif as your villa host. He is the gold standard of Maldivian hospitality! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Emerald Faarufushi: Where Crystal Sea & Rosy Sunset Steal Your Heart

Jul 16, 2026 QIANG S

Reluctant to leave Emerald Faru Fuji, I couldn't bear to part with the endless sandy beaches, the crystal-clear jelly-like sea, and the breathtaking pink sunset that spread across the sky at dusk. I'm deeply grateful to our host Tharif for his thoughtful and attentive care throughout the journey—every moment of tenderness and romance was made… Read more
Reluctant to leave Emerald Faru Fuji, I couldn't bear to part with the endless sandy beaches, the crystal-clear jelly-like sea, and the breathtaking pink sunset that spread across the sky at dusk. I'm deeply grateful to our host Tharif for his thoughtful and attentive care throughout the journey—every moment of tenderness and romance was made possible by your genuine dedication. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating ### Wonderful Stay and Exceptional Service

Jul 12, 2026 Александра К

Отличный отель с комфортной атмосферой и внимательным отношением к гостям. Всё было организовано удобно и профессионально: чистота, сервис и общая обстановка оставили самые приятные впечатления. Отдельно хочу отметить шикарную работу менеджера Дарьи — очень приветливая, отзывчивая и компетентная. Она оперативно помогала со всеми вопросами,… Read more
Отличный отель с комфортной атмосферой и внимательным отношением к гостям. Всё было организовано удобно и профессионально: чистота, сервис и общая обстановка оставили самые приятные впечатления. Отдельно хочу отметить шикарную работу менеджера Дарьи — очень приветливая, отзывчивая и компетентная. Она оперативно помогала со всеми вопросами, внимательно относилась к деталям и сделала пребывание по-настоящему комфортным. Спасибо Дарье и всей команде отеля! Обязательно вернёмся снова. Excellent hotel with a comfortable atmosphere and genuinely attentive service. Everything was organized smoothly and professionally: cleanliness, service, and the overall experience left a very positive impression. I would especially like to highlight the outstanding work of the manager, Daria. She was welcoming, responsive, and highly professional. She promptly helped with every request, paid close attention to details, and made our stay truly comfortable. Many thanks to Daria and the entire hotel team — we will definitely be back! Read less
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Jul 12, 2026 rachelc619 Cardiff, United Kingdom

I have thought a lot about reviewing this resort. We have stayed in a few Maldives resorts, this being the most expensive as we were celebrating a special anniversary. Emerald group was recommended by a friend and all the reviews we read were good. We travelled in May and unfortunately were unlucky as the weather was by far the worst we had ever… Read more
I have thought a lot about reviewing this resort. We have stayed in a few Maldives resorts, this being the most expensive as we were celebrating a special anniversary. Emerald group was recommended by a friend and all the reviews we read were good. We travelled in May and unfortunately were unlucky as the weather was by far the worst we had ever experienced in Maldives, we usually travel in the low season, mainly September. It was very windy, which meant that the red flags were out a lot so no snorkelling the reef and no dining outside which is one of the reasons we love the Maldives. We actually didn’t see one shark or stingray or many other fish whilst walking around, could this possibly be due to the weather? The staff are generally very helpful and friendly, some were excellent, a credit to the resort. The food and dining were good and as noted in previous reviews the management are always around for a chat. Our room was lovely and clean, maybe a little dated, our room attendant was excellent, very kind and helpful, he couldn’t do enough for us. One thing that was disappointing was that we had been gifted a 60 minute massage by family and decided to upgrade to 90 minutes, when we received our bill on the last night we were charged incorrectly and the sad thing was a manager came to our table during our last evening meal to dispute this, after some discussion in front of other guests it was finally corrected. Massage was amazing. Did we have a lovely holiday, yes of course we did, was it the best resort we had visited, I am not sure but maybe we are being unfair as the weather played its part. Read less