Intercontinental Maldives

5* out of 5 stars

When it comes to luxury Maldivian beach resorts, this one’s a timeless classic. At Intercontinental Maldives, time almost stands still as guests reconnect with nature and settle into elevated R&R, surrounded by otherworldly scenery. Become cast away amid the white-sand shores of the Raa Atoll near the Unesco Biosphere Reserve, where the hotel’s house reef and lagoon unveil a kaleidoscope of marine life including a unique manta ray sanctuary. The resort spa makes great use of this island setting too, with an overwater position for the utmost tranquillity.

There are five food and drink venues at Intercontinental Maldives including a fish market, sunset bar and lighthouse restaurant and, as the first and only all-Club InterContinental Resort, every guest is invited to enjoy the following complimentary benefits: breakfast at Cafe Umi or The Retreat; afternoon tea at The Collective or The Retreat (3pm to 5pm); evening digestifs at The Retreat & The Pool Bar (8pm to 10pm, details below); all day refreshments at The Retreat (details below), The Collective & The Pool Bar.

Club Benefits at Intercontinental Maldives

It’s not all-inclusive by name, but it feels like it. Regardless of your room category, all Kenwood Travel bookings at Intercontinental Maldives are entitled to the following generous Club Benefits. All Club Benefits – Fine selection of sparkling wine, rosé, white wine and red wine; top-brand vodka, gin, whisky and rum; international draught beer; selection of cocktails and zero-proof drinks; selection of fizzy drinks (excluding energy drinks and ginger beer); selection of chilled packaged juices.

Afternoon Tea at the Retreat – The hotel’s traditional high tea, daily between 3pm and 5pm, served with an array of fresh bakes, macaron and chocolate bonbons; scone with homemade confiture and whipped cream; savouries and sandwiches accompanied with your choice of freshly brewed tea and coffee. Evening Digestifs at The Retreat – Daily between 8pm and 10pm: cheese selection with accompaniments; chef-crafted canapés; sweet bonbons and mignardises with large selection of accompanying branded aperitifs and spirits. 

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Accommodation

Overwater Pool Villa

Light and airy villa positioned over water with pool. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

One Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa

Light-filled, one-bedroom villa with pool and lagoon setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Sunset Overwater Pool Villa

Light and airy villa positioned over water with pool. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

One Bedroom Sunset Lagoon Pool Villa

Light-filled, one-bedroom villa with pool and lagoon setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Beach Pool Villa

Charming villa with pool and beach setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Family Beach Pool Villa

Family-sized villa with pool and beach setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

One Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa

Spacious one-bedroom villa with pool and beach setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Two Bedroom Family Lagoon Pool Villa

Two Bedroom Family Lagoon Pool Villa (Villa On Request) - Family-sized, two-bedroom villa with pool and lagoon setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Two Bedroom Family Beach Pool Villa

Large, two-bedroom villa with pool and beach setting. Experience the Maldives’ breath-taking vistas from the 81 Beach, Lagoon or Overwater Villas and Residences, where private white sandy beaches, turquoise views of the Indian Ocean and the contemporary Maldivian design will make you indulge in your home from home.

Two Bedroom Beach Front Pool Residence

Ideal for smaller families, the Two Bedroom Beachfront Pool Residence is a tropical Maldives beach villa enclave with ample outdoor and indoor living space and direct access to a pristine stretch of beach.

Two Bedroom Overwater Pool Residence

Take in sweeping views of the blue ocean, these Maldives two-bedroom water villas open up to an expansive outdoor deck to soak up the sun and steps that lead directly into the sea; perfect for couples or friends traveling together.

Enjoy uninterrupted views of the horizon from all the rooms, this villa features two bedrooms with one king bed and two twin beds, two en-suite bathrooms, spacious living and dining area, a pantry and powder room, private infinity pool with open-air living and dining pavilion.

Facilities

  • All Inclusive Dine-Around Option
  • All Inclusive Option
  • Babysitting Facilities
  • Butler Service
  • Dive Sites
  • Early Check-in & Late Check-out
  • Family Villas
  • Floating Breakfasts Available
  • Half Board Dine-Around Option
  • House Reef
  • Inter-leading Rooms Available
  • Interconnecting Rooms
  • PADI Dive School
  • PCR Centre on Island
  • Pool Villas
  • Private Beach
  • Seaplane Transfer
  • Spa
  • Teens Club
  • Tennis Courts
  • Villas with Pool

Food & Drink

Café Umi

Wake up and enjoy the first meal of the day with unobstructed views of the pristine beach. Inspired by natural, organic and sustainable international cuisine, Café Umi provides elevated comfort and classic favourites with a Japanese accent and Teppenyaki interactive experience.

Fish Market

With a unique sea-to-table and interactive kitchen concept, guests will be able to select their own live seafood. The Fish Market blends the best Maldivian seafood with aromatic flavours from South East Asia. Designed as a hub of connectivity and inspired by the port, this signature restaurant provides memorable meals in a picturesque setting.

Sunset Bar

Signature bar offers the best sunset views on the island, complemented by stylish and romantic ambiance with curated music throughout the evening. Open 5pm - 10pm.

The Lighthouse

Simple but extraordinary, inspired by the Mediterranean Sea with a contemporary twist on classic Spanish tapas, guests embark on a culinary journey from the top of the Lighthouse with a pre-dinner drink and exclusive 360 degree views of the Indian Ocean, followed by a curated dining experience.

The Retreat

With stylish contemporary Maldivian design, The Retreat is an exclusive adults only enclave. From breakfast by the infinity pool facing the azure waters of the lagoon, to evening cocktails and an array of small plates and bites, guests will relax in a warm and cozy environment. Crafted afternoon tea is also provided here.