Set on a lush, private island in Dhaalu Atoll just 40 minutes by boat from Malé, the property features 77 villas and over-water suites combining sleek modern design with Maldivian craftsmanship. Interiors offer floor-to-ceiling windows, private pools or decks, plus iPad-controlled lighting and climate. Guests enjoy a private white-sand beach, the renowned over-water Iridium Spa, infinity pools, fine dining across multiple restaurants, water sports, diving on the house reef, a luxury yacht charter service, and personalized butler service. Typical nightly rates for a double-occupancy villa begin around $1,770–1,950, depending on season and villa type.

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