We love —
- Staying in an award-winning resort, recognised as one of the Maldives' top hotels, offering ultra-luxe accommodations, 7 exceptional restaurants, and a world-class spa.
- Rediscovering relaxation at AySpa, a 3,500 sqm sanctuary surrounded by lush island vegetation, designed for ultimate tranquillity.
- Immersing in unparalleled diving and snorkelling experiences, exploring pristine reefs that remain untouched and teeming with marine life.
Customer reviews —
Just like me, treat yourself to the chance to discover this gem of the Indian Ocean. Ayada Maldives has established itself as one of the Maldives’ absolute icons of luxury. Voted the #1 resort in the Maldives on TripAdvisor and ranked amongst the world’s best resorts, the resort embodies a rare vision of hospitality: elegant, immersive and deeply authentic
A veritable living postcard, Ayada was also recognised as one of the world’s most ‘picturesque’ resorts in 2024.
A first glimpse of your holiday —
Included: a domestic flight & speedboat journey —
Board a comfortable domestic flight and watch the Maldives unfold beneath you, turquoise lagoons, scattered coral atolls, and pristine beaches forming a stunning patchwork of colour and light.
After landing, continue your journey aboard a speedboat, gliding across calm waters toward your island. This combination of flight and boat transfer offers a unique perspective on the archipelago, letting you admire the Maldives’ extraordinary beauty from both sky and sea.
Practical information:
Departure: From Malé International Airport (MLE)
Seating capacity: Up to 70 passengers on the domestic flight; up to 20–30 passengers on the speedboat transfer
Transfer duration: approx. 55-minute domestic flight & 20-60-minute speedboat transfer
Suitcase weight: Maximum 20 kg checked luggage and 5 kg hand luggage per person (Max size: 20” x 12” x 7”)
Tip: bring seasickness medication if needed
Ayada Maldives 5* —
Just for you:
- Roundtrip domestic flights and speedboat transfers included
Ayada Maldives 5* is an ultra-luxurious private island sanctuary set within the remote Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, in the far south of the Maldives, just south of the equator. Opened in 2011, it unfolds across the lush Magudhdhuvaa Island, encircled by powder-soft white sands, vibrant coral gardens and a spectacular living house reef. This untouched corner of the Indian Ocean lies within one of the deepest and most pristine atolls in the archipelago, celebrated for its extraordinary marine biodiversity and crystalline lagoons.
Recognised as the #1 resort in the Maldives on TripAdvisor and ranked among the finest in the world, Ayada Maldives 5* epitomises barefoot exclusivity, where timeless luxury meets raw natural beauty.
Your room —
Choose between a stay in a Best of both (equal time spent in Beach Villa with pool & Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool) or another Best of both (equal time spent in Sunset Beach Suite with pool & Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool).
Best of both (equal time spent in Beach Villa with pool & Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool) (103 m²)
Can’t decide between a Beach Villa with Pool and a Sunset Lagoon Suite with Pool? Don’t and enjoy the best of both worlds, splitting your stay between barefoot beachfront living and serene overwater luxury, complete with your own private pool in each.
Choose your preferred length of stay:
- 6 nights: 4 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 2 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 7 nights: 4 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 3 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 8 nights: 5 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 3 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 9 nights: 5 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 4 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 10 nights: 6 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 4 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 11 nights: 6 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 5 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 12 nights: 7 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 5 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 13 nights: 7 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 6 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 14 nights: 8 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 6 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with Pool
- 16 nights: 9 nights in a Beach Villa with Pool + 7 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 18 nights: 10 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 8 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
- 21 nights: 11 nights in a Beach Villa with pool + 10 nights upgraded in a Sunset Lagoon Suite with pool
The order will be confirmed at check-in, subject to hotel availability and your preference.
Best of both (equal time spent in Sunset Beach Suite with pool & Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool) (156 m²)
You may prefer the intimate charm of a Sunset Beach Suite with Pool or the spacious comfort of a Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with Pool? Experience the best of both worlds with an equal stay between beachfront bliss and overwater serenity, each with its own private pool.
Choose your preferred length of stay:
- 6 nights: 4 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 2 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 7 nights: 4 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 3 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 8 nights: 5 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 3 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 9 nights: 5 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 4 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 10 nights: 6 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 4 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 11 nights: 6 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 5 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 12 nights: 7 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 5 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 13 nights: 7 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 6 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 14 nights: 8 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 6 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 16 nights: 9 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 7 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 18 nights: 10 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 8 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
- 21 nights: 11 nights in Sunset Beach Suite with pool + 10 nights upgraded in Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with pool
The order will be confirmed at check-in, subject to hotel availability and your preference.
Your dining choices
This is a full board stay. Your breakfast, lunch and evening meal will be served in the main restaurant (excludes drinks). Or crystal all inclusive stay. Your breakfast, lunch, and evening meal will be served in the main restaurant, with a selection of snacks and drinks. Please see the ‘details’ tab for more information.
Magu, the main restaurant, serves lavish international buffets with ever-changing themed evenings. Ocean Breeze, an elegant overwater venue, delivers refined modern European cuisine with sweeping ocean views. Kai showcases exquisite Far Eastern flavours, from freshly prepared sushi and sashimi to regional Asian specialities, while Mizu offers theatrical Japanese teppanyaki cooked live before your eyes. For relaxed indulgence, Zero Degree provides poolside dining and cocktails throughout the day, while Sea Salt hosts atmospheric beach barbecues under the stars. Ile de Joie, the overwater wine and cheese cellar, is a sophisticated hideaway for connoisseurs, and the Ottoman Lounge adds a unique touch with traditional Turkish coffees and teas.
Your time
Just for you:
- Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment, kayaks, and bicycles
- Complimentary access to daily entertainment (including live music, Maldivian show, Movie Night, Carnival, Lightshow, Fireshow and Sunset DJ)
The surrounding atoll is renowned for its world-class surf breaks, with guided boat excursions taking you to uncrowded waves ranging from gentle rollers to powerful reef barrels, ideal for both seasoned surfers and confident beginners. Beyond the ocean, the island reveals an array of elegant experiences: snorkelling above pristine coral gardens teeming with marine life, sunset fishing aboard traditional dhonis, dolphin-spotting cruises across open waters, and private escapes to deserted sandbanks for a true castaway moment in complete seclusion.
At the heart of the island, the expansive AySpa is a sanctuary of wellbeing, featuring holistic therapies, a traditional Turkish hammam, saunas, steam rooms and tranquil treatment villas designed for total restoration.
Your journey to the Maldives —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking, in either Economy, Premium, or Business class, depending on the destination and carrier. This flight may include one or more stopovers. Please review your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ, in order to offer the best price.
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Transfers:
Sit back and enjoy the ride with included transfers to and from your beautiful hotel. The type of transfer is dependent on your hotel location and can be a domestic flight, speedboat or seaplane transfer (or a combination). Additional information for seaplane transfers (if included in your offer only):
If you choose one of our non-flight inclusive offers and wish to book your own flights to the Maldives, please plan to arrive in Malé before 3pm and depart after 10am, in order to take advantage of the seaplane/ speedboat transfers. If you plan to book your own flights outside the above-suggested times, you may need to source your own overnight accommodation (at your own expense).
- The seaplane transfer provider imposes a maximum luggage allowance of 20kg per person for hold luggage, and a maximum of 5kg per person for hand luggage. Additional weight will be charged per kg.
- Luggage for children under 2 years of age is not included in the luggage allowance. A supplement of $5 per kg will be payable on the spot.
- The hotel and transfer provider cannot be held responsible for any claims arising from missed international flights, delays in seaplane transfers caused by adverse weather conditions, or force majeure.
- Seaplanes operate during the day only. If you arrive in Malé on an international flight after 3pm, hotel transfers will be provided the following day and you will be responsible for arranging and paying for your overnight stay in Malé.
- In order to organise your airport/hotel/airport transfers, please provide us with your flight schedule within 96 hours of your booking by filling in the dedicated form in your member account. Without this information, your transfers cannot be carried out.
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll —
Set in the far south of the Maldives, Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll (South Huvadhoo Atoll) is one of the country’s most breathtaking and least-explored regions, a true sanctuary of pristine reefs, sapphire lagoons and deep tranquillity. Renowned for its outstanding snorkelling, it boasts one of the Maldives’ finest house reefs, where vibrant corals and abundant marine life lie just steps from the shore.
Must-sees / Must-do:
- Snorkel the atoll’s legendary house reefs, where you can spot reef sharks, turtles, and rays gliding through crystal-clear waters.
- Dive at Fiyoaree Corner or Konotta Reef, known for spectacular visibility and thriving coral gardens.
- Explore Gadhdhoo Island, famed for its traditional thundu kunaa mats handwoven by local artisans.
- Take a sunset dolphin cruise, gliding across the calm turquoise lagoon as pods of spinner dolphins leap in the fading light.
- Unwind on Konotta Island, an exclusive hideaway ideal for honeymooners and those seeking absolute privacy.
Culinary culture:
Experience flavours drawn straight from the ocean, grilled reef fish marinated with chilli and lime, coconut curries rich in spice, and tropical fruits bursting with sweetness. Many resorts offer private beach dining, allowing guests to savour Maldivian cuisine under a canopy of stars.
Dive deeper:
Gaafu Dhaalu’s remoteness means its reefs remain among the healthiest in the Maldives, offering a raw, untouched marine paradise. Its cultural heart beats in the small local islands, where life moves to the rhythm of the sea, and traditions are still deeply rooted.
Good to know:
Reach Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll via a domestic flight from Malé International Airport to Kaadedhdhoo, followed by a scenic speedboat transfer. Fewer visitors venture this far, making it the perfect spot for those seeking unspoilt beauty, world-class snorkelling, and serene seclusion.
