At a glance
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island occupies two private islands in the South Ari Atoll connected by a 500-meter footbridge, 30 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport and home to two of the most recognizable structures in global luxury travel.
Rangali Island is the quieter adults-only retreat, home to The Muraka, the world’s first underwater residence, with a master bedroom submerged beneath the Indian Ocean. Rangali-Finolhu is the main island, with the full range of family accommodation, dining, and the iconic Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, the world’s first all-glass undersea dining room.
151 villas and suites span both islands across beach and overwater configurations, each with a private pool and direct ocean access.
The Spa Retreat, a full watersports and dive programme, coral restoration activities, and big game fishing give the resort a depth of offering that matches its landmark status.
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- The Muraka: world’s first underwater villa, submerged master bedroom
- Ithaa: world’s first all-glass undersea restaurant, seven meters below
- Two private islands connected by a 500-meter footbridge
Accommodation
Deluxe Beach Villa
Enjoy the bedroom and beautiful en-suite bathroom. The bedroom leads out onto a private terrace area which has a private plunge pool for you to cool off in whilst surrounded by gorgeous tropical vegetation. Each of the villas also features an open-air bathroom
Sunset Water Villa
Like all the villas in Conrad Rangali, you will enjoy the spacious bedroom and beautiful bathroom. If you are seeking the best views of the sunset, then these villas are for you.
Superior Water Villa
These sunset facing villas fit the bill if you are seeking to stay in an iconic water bungalow. Enjoy the spacious bedroom, decorated with a traditional, Maldivian theme. The en-suite bathroom is finished to a very high standard, but the show stopper has to be the private terrace area which is equipped with a whirlpool and sun beds.
Beach Suite
The Beach Suites are the most spacious accommodation option available at Conrad Rangali. Enjoy two bedrooms, two swimming pools and direct access to the beach along with a personal island host. The floor to ceiling glass windows flood the suite with gorgeous sunlight.
Retreat Water Villa
These spa villas are 100 metres away from the tip of the island. They are very indulgent. Each Retreat Water Villa comes with a whirlpool, steps leading directly to the ocean, a private double spa treatment room. These villas are 1,610 square feet. The Spa Retreat and Mandhoo Spa Restaurant are a short walk away.
Family Water Villa
With 1,620 square feet of space, the Family Water Villas come with ample space. They come with two bedrooms, a sundeck, whirlpool and steps leading directly to the ocean. They are designed for families – that second bedroom really makes all the difference if you’re travelling with kids.
Premier Water Villa
The Premier Water Villas are perched on stilts above the ocean. At 1,640 square feet, they are very spacious. You’ll have a private sundeck with your own private infinity pool.
Enjoy the king-size ‘floating’ bed and in the sumptuous bathroom you’ll find ocean-facing whirlpool baths surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows. The contemporary feel is highlighted by a sloped ceiling complete with original pieces of art by Maldivian artist Eagan Badeeu.
Sunset Water Villa
The largest and most luxurious villa at the Conrad, the Sunset Water Villa was voted “Leading Luxury Hotel Villa” in 2017. It has its own private a lagoon. You’ll get there by a private jetboat or walkway. It has two bedrooms. The main one features a rotating bed, a private infinity pool and glass-floor panelling. This is the height of luxury in the Maldives.
The Muraka
The world’s first underwater bungalow. This two-level residence features integrated living above and below the ocean. Sitting five meters beneath the waves is the purposely designed undersea bedroom, living space, and bathroom. Above the sea, you can soak in the integrated living, dining, entertaining and sleeping space. The Muraka experience is complete with a dedicated team of butlers at your beck and call 24/7.
Conrad Rangali
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Dining
Five restaurants and a champagne bar give Conrad Maldives one of the most varied dining programs in the Maldives. Ithaa Undersea Restaurant serves a set contemporary European menu seven meters below the ocean surface, encased entirely in glass. Ufaa by Jereme Leung handles modern Chinese cuisine with lagoon views. Sunset Grill is the signature open-air steakhouse for prime cuts and fresh seafood. Mandhoo covers all-day international dining on Rangali-Finolhu, and Koko Grill adds a Japanese teppanyaki option. Aaraha Champagne Bar handles sunset drinks above the water.
Wellness
The Spa Retreat is a dedicated wellness island connected to the main resort, with couples massage suites, a tea room, sound healing sessions, and yoga and meditation on the beach. Treatments draw on traditional techniques and natural ingredients, and the overwater setting gives the spa a separation from the rest of the resort that supports the focus on recovery and restoration.
Activities
South Ari Atoll is one of the Maldives’ top locations for whale shark encounters year-round, with the Conrad dive team running dedicated excursions alongside reef dives, cave diving, and snorkelling programs. Coral planting, whale shark talks, big game fishing, tennis, and a nature jogging trail called the Rangali Run cover the land and water programme. A dedicated kids and teens programme runs structured activities across both islands throughout the year.
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Maria Gardner
Luxury Travel Expert"The Maldives is a stand-out when it comes to luxury travel and our most popular destination. We are also proud to be able to work with properties that are welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community."
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Jaike Rowe
Luxury Travel Expert"Staying in an over-water bungalow is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that I'd recommend to any traveller. It's amazing to swim in some of the world's most impressive coral reefs and the sunset's divine."
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