Emerald Faarufushi Resort & Spa  

On a private 7-hectare island in Raa Atoll in the northern Maldives, with 1.2 km of powder-white beach and a 100-hectare lagoon fringed by a vibrant coral reef. This 5-star deluxe all-inclusive island resort sits about 17 km from the nearest town center and pairs overwater luxury with barefoot beach vibes.

Minimalist modern architecture meets island calm across 80 individually styled villas — 38 beach villas and 42 overwater options. Rooms feature private patios, memory-foam beds, flat-screen TVs and iPod docks, plus deep soaking tubs, rainfall showers, bathrobes and slippers for low-effort luxury.

An on-site spa with massage rooms, sauna and steam, outdoor pools and a private beach invite slow days, while a diving club and fitness center keep things active. Family-friendly touches include a kids club and playrooms; tour desk, picnic and barbecue areas, and multiple bars help you lean into sea-breeze mornings and sunset cocktails.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property and in-room working desks keep you connected. Concierge and 24-hour front desk services, multilingual staff, laundry/dry cleaning and safe-deposit boxes handle practical needs and transfers on request.

Choose from five on-site restaurants including Aqua Restaurant, casual pool and beach bars, a coffee shop and 24-hour room service. Menus showcase local and international flavors with snacks and drink options to fuel reef days and late-night returns to the villa.