Naysayers who like to stay at home may say tropical island holidays are more hype than substance. But chances are, they haven’t yet stepped foot into this resort, located on the relatively undeveloped Ihuru Island and blessed with a sublime beachfront of palm trees and azure sea.

Cone-shaped villas represent thatched luxury, all with ocean views and private gardens. Interiors are minimalistically minded, but splashes of color: lime, tangerine and yellow meld with wooden accents and comfy furniture. Open-concept bathrooms appeal to “secret exhibitionists” who still desire a bit of privacy. Deluxe villas include open-air jet pools.

When and if guests leave the comfort of their rooms, they can try the fusion of Maldivian, Mediterranean and Asian at Riveli restaurant, or a relaxing sundowner at the Velaavani Bar. Kick up your calorie expenditure with a spot of windsurfing, canoeing, catamaran sailing and beach volleyball. Don’t fret: Angsana also includes the time-honored Maldivian trio of spa, snorkeling and scuba diving options.

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Riveli restuarant,  The Velaavani Bar, Private Dining, Cooking School, Angsana Spa

Rooms
Veranda with dining and sitting area, Private garden with sun lounger and Maldivian swing
Outdoor shower with hot and cold fresh water, Air-conditioning (individually adjustable)
Queen-sized bed, Mini-bar and coffee and tea-making facilities, In-villa safe, IDD telephone, Hair dryer and bath robes

Additional Information

Eco-conservation
Such dedication to eco-conservation has since extended to the many marine conservation projects initiated by Banyan Tree Maldives and its sister resort Angsana Ihuru, of which the turtle and coral projects have proven particularly well-received among resort guests.

Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Conservation
Since the founding of our Company, we have considered the physical and human environment when making business decisions. The resorts and hotels that we have built have been constructed using design and construction techniques that minimise damage to the environment to the extent practicable. Where practicable, we also opt for environmentally friendly methods in our operations such as installing a biologic waste water treatment system at Banyan Tree Bintan to recycle waste water for irrigation purposes. In addition, we seek out opportunities to support local businesses. Each resort also carries out community development and environmental projects.

We use biodegradable toiletries which come in refillable containers made from celadon or ceramic. Our swimming pools and Jacuzzis use non-chlorinated water.

Wastewater is fully treated and recycled to irrigate the landscape and resorts. Refuse is treated in in-house incinerators or collected in a central bin and sorted for recycling. Steel is used in place of wood wherever possible.

Even in our spas, we shun hi-tech, energy intensive equipment, relying instead on the human touch and beauty of the natural surroundings to provide deep relaxation for our guests.

Through our tireless efforts, we hope to demonstrate that luxury need not come at the expense of the environment.

Recognition
Rose Silver Award 2004 Maldives Diving and Eco-Tourism
World's Leading Responsible Tourism Internet Site World Travel Awards 2004
Best Responsible Tourism Site - Travel Mole Travel & Tourism Web Awards 2004
President Of the Maldives Green Resort Award 2002

STYLE

Thatched Beauty

SETTING

Sublime Beachfront

ROOM RATES

From US$ 378/Night

YEAR OPENED

2001

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

45 Villas

ARCHITECT

GREAT FOR

Diving, Spa, Relaxation

BEST ROOM

Beachfront Villa
Views of the cerulean Indian Ocean from your own veranda, you can take delight in the brilliant sunset as balmy breezes sweep your cares away.

DISCOVER

Trolling Fishing by Dhoni

Join our expert angler abroad a traditional Maldivian Dhoni for the ultimate open sea fishing expedition in the search for sail fish, wahoo and blue marlin.

DIVE

Colourful Reefs

Colorful reefs, corals and a variety of sea life greet you and your diving partners, ensuring a dive voyage unlike any other.

PAMPER

Angsana Spa

Experience Angsana Spa’s award-winning blend of natural treatments accompanied by the warm sea breeze and golden beaches.

SEE

Dolphin Cruises

Experience the excitement of spotting dolphins in the wild, onboard a cruise in the middle of the Indian Ocean._

ENJOY

Water Sports

Enjoy all the activities offered by our Water Sport Center in a controlled and safe environment: windsurfing, catamaran sailing, canoe, wake board, water ski and fun rides.