If the Maldives was a pick-up bar, Anantara Dhigu would be the stunning, shy girl in the corner afraid of making eye contact – hard to get to, but worth it in the end. Just check out the bona fides: over-water suites with private pools, coral reefs and a glass-floored spa.

A private stretch of beach fringed by turquoise blue water is the main attraction. Contemporary suites present sweeping ocean views and are decorated in colorful “island” style with the occasional nod to modern conveniences: flat-screen TVs, private terraces and terrazzo bathtubs built for two.

“Island” style doesn’t mean dining on defrosted scallops.  From the informal Fushi Café to the seafood and steak feasts at Fuddan Fusion Grill, from haute Italian at Terrazzo to the martinis at Aqua, a host of dining options are at your fingertips.  Thai and wood-fired pizza options at sister resort Anantara Veli are also available. Guests can even create their own dining experiences, thanks to Dining by Design.

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Fushi Café, Fuddan Fusion Grill, Terrazzo, Aqua, Baan Huraa, Anantara Veli , 73 Degrees
Anantara Spa, Anantara Cooking School, Beachside Yoga, Boutique, Dhoni Kids Club

Rooms
IDD telephone, high-speed Internet, personal surround-sound stereo with flat-screen TV, CD/DVD and MP3 player. Enjoy all the comforts of home and then some, with your own espresso machine, residence minibar and 24-hour room service.

Recreational
Fitness, Library, Morning Meditation, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball & Badminton, Water Sports Centre, Surf School, Diving Centre, Island Hopping, Island Picnic, Malé Excursions, Sunset Cruise, Sunset Handline Fishing

Additional Information

Recognition
Best Hotel/Resort by 2008 Agoda Awarded "Best Accommodation" website in Asia by TravelMole
150 World Class Spa those met SpaAsia Magazine's 2007
50 Top Honeymoon Wish List for the Year of 2007 - Bridge Magazine, Australia
Best Honeymoon Hotel/Resort - The 2007 Luxury Travel Reader Awards
Top 10 Wedding Destinations - Destination of the World News

STYLE

Contemporary Suites

SETTING

Tropical Island Gem

ROOM RATES

From US$ 431/Night

YEAR OPENED

2006

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

70 beach villas, 40 over water suites

ARCHITECT

Mohamed Shafeeg
Interiors by Abacus

GREAT FOR

Spa, Watersports, Honeymoons

BEST ROOM

Deluxe Over-Water Pool Suite
180 sqm of signature Anantara style, silk cushions,teak furniture, palatial bathroom, rain shower, infinity-edge bathtub and a private infinity pool with views of the sea.

EXPLORE

Dive

Envelop yourself in a panorama of spectacular marine views on a full-day dive safari guided by the experts from Anantara's own Dive Centre.

DISCOVER

Malé Excursions

Explore the distinctive architecture, local markets, tranquil mosques and the regal presidential palace and partake of some of the country's authentic local delicacies.

SURF

Top Breaks

Surf without the crowds on one of the last natural wonders of the earth, where you can feel as though the waves belong only to you.

EXPERIENCE

Sunset Cruise

Cruise the tranquil turquoise lagoon aboard a dhoni and let the champagne in your glass take on the tints of the romantic setting sun.

PAMPER

Anantara Spa

Pamper. Enliven. Release. Unwind. Spoil your body, soul and mind with a selection of Anantara Spa's world-renowned signature treatments.