Hard Rock Hotel Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

The Hard Rock name has hit the Maldives, bringing its inimitable chill out scene to the ultimate laidback location. A new concept in the Maldives, it’s more than just barefoot luxury and days of sunbathing, swimming, and snorkelling (although there’s plenty of that too). A footbridge links you to The Marina @ CROSSROADS, where a Hard Rock Cafe, SAii Beach Club, and a dining village await. And, being a Hard Rock hotel, you’ll also find VIP-worthy treats in store, like Rock Spa® treatments, super-chic eateries (The All-Inclusive option here takes your taste buds beyond the resort too, meaning you can dine around at SAii Lagoon and The Marina @ CROSSROADS), and exclusive ‘Sound of Your Stay’ music moments, including complimentary use of Fender guitars and Crosley turntables — all just 15 minutes speedboat ride from the airport.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water Skiing
  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

In the Emboodhoo Lagoon in the South Malé Atoll, this resort has direct access to the Marina @ CROSSROADS entertainment, shopping, and dining island. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 15 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel information

178 studios, family suites, beach villas, and overwater villas. All with complimentary Sound of Your Stay music experiences (including Tracks® playlists, Picks® Fender guitar use, and Wax® Crosley turntable use), outdoor deck, balcony, or terrace, Rock Om in-room yoga program, air-conditioning, Simmons “Cool Max” bed (pillow menu on request), 49” LCD TV with IPTV, high-speed WiFi, Sound bar with Bluetooth connectivity, mini-bar*, tea, coffee, bottled water, hairdryer, safe, and iron and board. 

Silver Sky Studios are 46sqm, and have a balcony with ocean views, waterfall shower, and 1 king-size bed plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Board basis options 

Half Board: Includes breakfast and dinner (buffet or à la carte where applicable) at selected participating restaurants. Guests may also dine at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem, where each adult receives a US$50 dining credit and each child booked on a meal plan receives a US$25 dining credit towards the final bill (selected menu items only).   


Full Board: Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or à la carte where applicable) at selected participating restaurants. Guests may also dine at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem, where each adult receives a US$50 dining credit and each child booked on a meal plan receives a US$25 dining credit towards the final bill (selected menu items only).   


Full Board Plus: Includes all the benefits of Full Board, plus house still and sparkling water and non-alcoholic beverages by the glass during meal times. Guests may also dine at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem, where each adult receives a US$50 dining credit and each child booked on a meal plan receives a US$25 dining credit towards the final bill (selected menu items only).   


All Inclusive: Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner (buffet or à la carte where applicable), non-alcoholic beverages throughout the day and selected standard alcoholic beverages by the glass during the operating hours of participating restaurants and bars. Guests may also dine at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem, where each adult receives a US$50 dining credit and each child booked on a meal plan receives a US$25 dining credit towards the final bill (selected menu items only). Please note that All Inclusive beverages are not included at these restaurants; however, the dining credit may be used towards beverages.   


Premium All Inclusive: Includes all the benefits of the All Inclusive package, plus: A wide selection of premium beverages served by the glass, including soft drinks, tea, coffee, beers, wines, premium spirits, fresh juices, cocktails and liqueurs, during the scheduled opening hours of participating restaurants and bars. 30% discount on in-villa food and beverage orders. 30% discount on spa treatments. Guests may also dine at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem, where each adult receives a US$50 dining credit and each child booked on a meal plan receives a US$25 dining credit towards the final bill (selected menu items only). Please note that Premium All Inclusive beverages are not included at these restaurants; however, the dining credit may be used towards beverages.   


Please note: Children not booked on a meal plan may dine free from the kids' menu at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem; however, the US$25 dining credit does not apply. 


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

Room upgrades

Beach Studios are 46sqm, and have a private terrace with direct beach access, ocean views, sun loungers, indoor and outdoor showers, and either 1 king-size bed plus a sofa bed, or 2 twin beds, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Silver Family Suites (Duplex) are 107sqm, and have a private terrace with direct beach access, ocean views, indoor and outdoor showers. The ground floor features a master bedroom with king-size bed and sofa bed, with a second bedroom on the upper floor with bunk beds, with a bathroom on both floors, sleeping maximum 6 people, with a maximum of 4 adults.

Gold Beach Villas are 65sqm, and have a private terrace with direct beach access, ocean views, sun loungers, 55” TV, waterfall shower, and either 1 king-size bed or 2 twin beds, plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 people with a maximum of 3 adults.

Gold Beach Pool Villas are 90sqm, with direct beach access from the private terrace as well as a private plunge pool, sun loungers, 55" TV, en suite with bathtub, and 1 king-size bed plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 people with a maximum of 3 adults.

Diamond Overwater Pool Villas are 76sqm, and sit over the water with an infinity pool, private terrace, direct lagoon access, sun loungers, 55” TV, en suite with bathtub and rain shower, and either 1 king-size or 2 twin beds, plus a sofa bed, sleeping a maximum of 3 adults.

Platinum Overwater Villas are 75sqm, and sit over the water with a private terrace, direct lagoon access, sun loungers, 55” TV, en suite with bathtub and shower, and either 1 king-size or 2 twin beds, plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 people with a maximum of 3 adults.

Platinum Overwater Pool Villas are 76sqm, and sit over the water with an infinity pool, private terrace, direct lagoon access, sun loungers, 55” TV, en suite with shower, and either 1 king-size or 2 twin beds, plus a sofa bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Rock Royalty Overwater Pool Villas** (2 bedroom) are 144sqm, and sit over the water with an infinity pool, private outdoor lounge area, direct lagoon access, sun loungers, indoor chill out zone with dining table and pantry with fridge and welcome amenities, 2 smart TVs, bathtub and rain shower, and 2 bedrooms (one with 1 king-size bed, and one with 2 twin beds), sleeping maximum 6 adults.

Rock Star Villa** (1 bedroom) is 445sqm, and sit over the water with an infinity pool, private boat docking access, private butler, large outdoor living deck with direct lagoon access, sun loungers, outdoor dining space, overwater relaxing net, tuk-tuk bar, jukebox, service pantry, spacious indoor living room, 86” TV, tuk tuk bar, indoor dining area, en suite bathroom with bathtub and waterfall shower, and bedroom with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

**Rock Royalty® rooms include in-villa check-in, late checkout (subject to availability), dedicated Butler services, upgraded room amenities, and complimentary afternoon snacks.

Hard Rock Cafe®* (American, located at The Marina @ CROSSROADS, with live music, memorabilia, and cocktails; open for lunch and dinner). Sessions* (international dining; open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). The Elephant & The Butterfly™* (Pan-Latin menu, oceanfront dining, live music six days a week; open for lunch and dinner). The Pool Bar* (poolside casual bites with children’s menu, underwater sound system, DJs). Upgrade your board basis to All-Inclusive and indulge in a captivating culinary journey, with the Dine Around option you can savour an array of exquisite dishes across SAii Lagoon Maldives, Curio Collection by Hilton and The Marina @ CROSSROADS. Private beach dining*.

Swimming pool with a water slide and underwater speakers. Rock Spa®* (four treatment rooms). Body Rock®* oceanfront fitness centre. Dive and Water sports Centre*. Rock Om®* (Hard Rock’s signature music-meets-yoga program). Rock Shop®* (signature clothing and collectibles). Roxity Kids’ Club® and Teen Spirit®* (activities include movies, video games, air guitar shows, lip sync battles, music classes with private sessions* available). Water sports including snorkelling, pedalos, kayaking, SUP*, sailing*, windsurfing* and beach and pool activities). The Marina @ CROSSROADS (direct access via 450m footbridge from Hard Rock Maldives) features 800m lifestyle beach, luxury yacht marina (30 berth), village of dining, entertainment and retail outlets (including Hard Rock Café® and SAii Beach Club), Maldives Discovery Centre (cultural and natural attractions), Marine Discovery Centre. Aerial art classes. Brazilian jiu jitsu classes.

24-hour room service*. Babysitting* (Sittertrain-certified). Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 

*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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Aug 16, 2026 James K

Just a good pizza and food as well
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Aug 15, 2026 thematrix919 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The boat transfer to and from the island needs a better service provider. The ride from Male was uncomfortably stuffy, and whatever engine is being used left a strong smell that clung to our clothes , we smelled of smoke by the time we got off. For a resort at this price point, the transfer experience should feel like part of the luxury, not… Read more
The boat transfer to and from the island needs a better service provider. The ride from Male was uncomfortably stuffy, and whatever engine is being used left a strong smell that clung to our clothes , we smelled of smoke by the time we got off. For a resort at this price point, the transfer experience should feel like part of the luxury, not something to endure. On property, the staff were genuinely excellent , attentive, well trained on upselling, and good at making guests feel at ease. One thing that stood out as odd was the billing process. Any charge above a certain amount requires entering your card PIN instead of using tap-and-go, even though tap-and-go is otherwise available. We were told this was a security feature to prevent card theft, but that explanation didn't hold up , tap-and-go is used worldwide, including at other luxury properties, without this extra step. It felt more like friction than security. The cocktails were also underwhelming. fairly average, and served with poor-quality ice that diluted them quickly. Overall, a resort with real strengths in service, but the transfer logistics, billing quirks, and bar quality kept this from feeling like a true world-class Hard Rock experience given the price. Read less
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Aug 15, 2026 priceholly

We visited the Hard Rock in May/ June school holidays and what a fabulous time we had. The rooms were immaculate and gorgeous, the restaurants had so much choice, the food was brilliant and the staff so accommodating and couldn’t do enough for you! The kids club was brilliant and the staff amazing, speaking so many different languages to… Read more
We visited the Hard Rock in May/ June school holidays and what a fabulous time we had. The rooms were immaculate and gorgeous, the restaurants had so much choice, the food was brilliant and the staff so accommodating and couldn’t do enough for you! The kids club was brilliant and the staff amazing, speaking so many different languages to accommodate all the kids with brilliant activities. The pools, bars and entire island were so clean and tidy. Every single member of staff was incredible, but a quick shout out to the following who went above and beyond and made our stay that little bit extra! Gopi - Bar Saugat - Bar/ sommelier Rishi - sessions Vicky - sessions Hassa - Bar Dibya - sessions Saleel - sessions Isha - sessions Ganga - E&B/ sessions Hamid - Reception Sudhesh - Chef Hattam - sessions Manesh - Manager Read less
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Aug 14, 2026 hussain s

Great experience .Nalin was very helpful
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Aug 14, 2026 Easha A

The service was so good . Nalin was our server and it was fantastic. Loved the atmosphere.