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Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
A dazzling private island getaway
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island sets the standard for luxury and innovation both under and over water in the region.
The contemporary resort lays claim to the island nation’s first underground wine cellar, first underwater villa and first dedicated cheese bar.In fact, you’ll be spoiled for choice with the 11 dining venues and lounges found onsite.
Connected by a 3,200-foot bridge, the picturesque property is sprawled across two stunning islands in the Indian Ocean’s South Ari Atoll. Extraordinary highlights include Mandhoo’s healthy spa-inspired cuisine; Ithaa Undersea Restaurant (the first of its kind worldwide, it sits 16 feet below the surface); and THE MURAKA, the world’s first underwater residence. It’s no wonder celebrities like Roger Federer and Paul McCartney holiday here.
Our Inspector's Highlights
- Opened in November 2018, THE MURAKA is the ultimate in Maldives villa luxury. The three-bedroom residence set above and below the ocean boasts a private jet boat, seaplane jetty, butler, personal chef, staff bedrooms, elevator and underwater bedroom and bathroom.
- So you don’t miss a beat, the spa villas at Conrad Maldives Rangali Island have glass floors. Soak up the views during your service and be serenaded by the sounds of lapping waves just outside.
- The adults-only Quiet Zone showcases a serene lagoon-facing infinity pool and a romantic nine-course Japanese restaurant dubbed Koko Grill.
- Each island exhibits an overwater spa. Spa Retreat (situated 328 feet off the tip of Rangalifinolhu) is a remarkable architectural feat constructed from New Zealand hardwood, with double treatment rooms that feature a private steam room, sauna, alfresco bath and overwater toilet — the ultimate loo with a view.
- You won’t feel marooned on these private islands. Opt for exciting excursions where you can swim with whale sharks, visit the friendly undersea residents of Manta Point or explore 42 dive sites.
Things to Know
- Inside the Conrad lounge at Velana International Airport, relax on a daybed before your 25-minute seaplane journey to the resort.
- Book your stay at the luxury hotel between May and October for the bonus of a naturally formed sandbank in front of your Sunset Water Villa.
- Make a reservation for 1:30 p.m. at Mandhoo overwater restaurant to enjoy the reef shark feeding show while you wine and dine.
The Rooms
- The Maldives hotel has 11 room categories. Overwater villas extend from Rangali Island (the smaller of the two), while Rangalifinolhu Island houses all beach villas and Spa Retreat Villas.
- Set on its own private area of the lagoon, theSunset Water Villa exemplifies only the best: a marble bathroom, circular bathtub,360-degree rotating bed, TV that descends from a hidden roof panel, butler kitchen, sunken outdoor Jacuzzi and infinity pool.
- For those looking for an extra dose of pampering, Retreat Water Villas come complete with a double spa treatment room, a split-level deck with an outdoor Jacuzzi and steps leading straight into the ocean.
The Restaurants
- The world’s first all-glass underwater restaurant Ithaa presents contemporary European gastronomy and cocktail experiences. The tasting menu might feature bites like blackened scallops, reef lobster-stuffed calamarata pasta with burrata and lemongrass velouté, and sous-vide wagyu beef tenderloin.
- Mandhoo’s menu incorporates an ancient Greek philosophy of the five elements. Air-, earth-, fire-, water- and plant-inspired menus emit specific tastes, temperatures, levels of moisture and density that are believed to uniquely affect the body, mind and spirit.
- This island resort is an oenophile’s paradise. Boasting 20,000 bottles, The Wine Cellar is Maldives’ first subterranean vino room (head here for a chef- and sommelier-hosted five-course degustation menu), and The Cheese and Wine Bar houses 101 fine cheeses, selected by the resort's maître fromager.
- For authentic Chinese cuisine, head for Ufaa. Try chef Jereme Leung’s beef and seafood hot pot.
Amenities
24-hour room service 
Babysitting services
Bar
Beach
Fitness classes
Gym
Meeting rooms
Outdoor pool
Restaurants
Spa
Tennis
Getting There
Additional Details
There are several ways to get to Conrad Maldives
Rangali Island. If you arrive at Velana International Airport between 6 a.m. and 4 p.m., transfer by seaplane. If you land at the airport between 4 and 10 p.m., hop on a short domestic flight and then ride a speedboat. Or go by sea and take a three-hour yacht charter.
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