Royal Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Sunset Beach Villa
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Main Bar
Fun Pub
Fun Pub
Main Bar
Araamu Spa
Araamu Spa
Domestic flight transfer
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Sunset Beach Villa
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Raabondhi Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Maakanaa Restaurant
Main Bar
Fun Pub
Fun Pub
Main Bar
Araamu Spa
Araamu Spa
Domestic flight transfer

The hotel

Blending ancient traditions with modern living, Royal Island is a beautiful, Green Key certified eco-resort with almost every facility you could wish for. Authentic Maldivian hospitality and a holistic spa offering unique experiences will help to make your stay utterly relaxing. All around the island are unspoiled beaches, uninhabited islands, coral gardens and crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life. Enjoy dramatic views from your private beach villa, while away hours in peaceful seclusion surrounded by tropical foliage or explore the reefs with a snorkel or on one of the regular island-hopping excursions.

Amenities

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located 118km northwest of Malé in Baa Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 20-minute fixed wing domestic flight to Dharavandhoo Island followed by a 10-minute speedboat transfer to Royal Island.

Hotel information

148 classically designed Beach Villas. All with terrace, air-conditioning and ceiling fan, satellite TV, complimentary WiFi, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, hairdryer, and safe, bathrobes and slippers, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

All Inclusive option: includes breakfast lunch and dinner in the main restaurant and afternoon tea and snacks at the pool terrace. Drinks include bottled water, tea and coffee, canned or bottled soft drinks and juice. House wine, beer and selected house brand spirits (gin, vodka, rum, arrack, brandy & whiskey) plus selected cocktails, from the main bar and pool terrace, from 10:00am–1:00am. Mini-bar with two small coca colas and two canned fruit juices, replenished once per day (all other items at a charge). Sports including snorkelling equipment, dingy sailing and canoeing. One night-fishing excursion per guest per stay, when staying 6 nights or more.

Please note: Champagne and premium spirits are available at an extra charge.

Premium all inclusive: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant. Guests can also select one a la carte meal per day at the pool terrace or Raabondhi restaurant. Afternoon tea, a wide range of wines, beers and premium brand spirits, cocktails, tea & coffee, soft drinks and bottled water throughout the day. Mini-bar (replenished once daily) and a selection of land and water sports such as badminton, tennis, snorkelling, windsurfing and stand up paddle boarding. $100 credit per person per stay can be used towards either the spa or diving.

  • Book by 31 April 2024  to receive up to 30% off and up to 2 children stay free between 26 Mar– 31 Oct '24. Terms and conditions apply. Blackout Dates apply. Applies to certain room types. 

Regular island-hopping excursions*. Overnight picnic trip*. 

Maakanaa Restaurant (buffet, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner) and Raabondhi Restaurant (à la carte specialty seafood cuisine, open for lunch and dinner). 3 bars including Boli Bar (lounge and fun pub) and Pool Bar.

Evening entertainment in the main bar, including live bands and shows.

Swimming pool. Fitness centre. Araamu Spa* offering a range of beauty treatments and massage, in indoor and outdoor treatment rooms, with sauna, Jacuzzi and steam rooms. Water sports including PADI scuba-diving*, snorkelling, day and night fishing*, big-game fishing*. Tennis (floodlighting available at a charge), squash, table tennis, volleyball, badminton and billiards. 

Room service*. Complimentary WiFi available in main reception, Boli Bar and Raabondhi Restaurant. 

*Denotes local charge.

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Apr 24, 2024 Doris J

Amazing property and staff. Everything was perfect. From arrival to departure Nipun took care of everything for me. He was very helpful!, very kind and always very friendly. So was the rest of the staff as well. I hope to return- the resort is amazing!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating great staff!!! responsive!!! Mini will solve all problems!!

Apr 23, 2024 Sergey T

5+ excellent sea and beach, a lot of fish, turtles swim in) very friendly staff, they will give way to you when you meet them and say hello! everyone from the waiter to the manager is ready to provide you with maximum comfort of your stay!!! good rooms) the staff visits the room 3 times, keeps everything clean!!! The bar has excellent quality… Read more
5+ excellent sea and beach, a lot of fish, turtles swim in) very friendly staff, they will give way to you when you meet them and say hello! everyone from the waiter to the manager is ready to provide you with maximum comfort of your stay!!! good rooms) the staff visits the room 3 times, keeps everything clean!!! The bar has excellent quality drinks, the restaurant pleased with the variety of dishes! Manager Mini is generally great, she organized leisure activities that were really interesting, and not just imposed!!! Special thanks to her for organizing the wedding anniversary evening! all inclusive is worth the money, food in the restaurant suits every taste, the menu is constantly changing! thank you boss! translation from Russian does not convey all the delight! (but know, it was wonderful all 14 days💪👍 Read less
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Apr 23, 2024 Slavomíra J

We have already been to the Royal Island resort 4 times. The island, the beach, the sea, the cliff, everything suits us extremely well, so much so that despite the intentions of visiting another island, we always decided on Royal in the end. Excellent, very varied cuisine, great service, cleanliness not only in the room, but also in the resort… Read more
We have already been to the Royal Island resort 4 times. The island, the beach, the sea, the cliff, everything suits us extremely well, so much so that despite the intentions of visiting another island, we always decided on Royal in the end. Excellent, very varied cuisine, great service, cleanliness not only in the room, but also in the resort as a whole. A unique place to relax. Read less
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Apr 21, 2024 jackabi Thatcham, United Kingdom

We stayed in pool villa 133 on a premium all-inclusive basis booked with booking.com. Our transfers from male were smooth and easy. On arrival we were met by our host Thoo, this was our constant contact through our holiday by WhatsApp, nothing was too much trouble. Our room was fabulous, clean, and everything we needed. A full-size kettle for my… Read more
We stayed in pool villa 133 on a premium all-inclusive basis booked with booking.com. Our transfers from male were smooth and easy. On arrival we were met by our host Thoo, this was our constant contact through our holiday by WhatsApp, nothing was too much trouble. Our room was fabulous, clean, and everything we needed. A full-size kettle for my cuppa tea, complimentary cold drinks, and snacks. If u need more soft drinks, we asked at the main bar and took them back to our room to have through the day Rathesh was our villa attendant. He was amazing . Every morning, he arrived and put the sunbed cushions out and fresh beach towels, while we were at breakfast he came and cleaned the room, changing the bedding every 3 days unless you requested more, he then came later to full mini bar and check all ok. While at dinner, he came and cleaned again, fresh towels, and turned the bed down - fabulous service! The food was lush, with the use of the alacarte once a day was a lovely choice, although their menu never changed. Included in our premium was a massage each, which was fabulous and so relaxing. Entertainment we saw a live band twice a week, but otherwise, not a lot.Although we liked to sit on the verandah of ala carte and watch the sea, there was.also outdoor table tennis and snooker tables in the fun pub to keep us entertained! The grounds are kept spectacular, and gardeners work so hard. We used the canoes most days, and you could go around the whole island, a bit choppy in places but amazing. Sealife was fabulous and snorkelled everyday, with so much to see! You can walk round the island on the sand , it's 1 mile!!!!!! If your thinking of going, don't hesitate. This is an amazing resort. Cannot wait to return. Xx Read less
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Apr 20, 2024 Sarah G Peso Da Regua, Portugal

Amazing property and staff. Everything was perfect. Sandeep at the pool and Mike at the desk were amazing! We hope to return- the resort is amazing!