Feel like “playing castaway” without enduring nasty little inconveniences like creeping dementia? Run, don’t walk, to Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru, a slice of tropical paradise set in the azure-clear waters off a coral atoll in the Indian Ocean. Even better, as a Banyan Tree, spacious villas, jet pools and gourmet dining are all par for the course.

Luxury villas are a study in “minimalistic hideaway chic”: monochromatic black-and-white vie with shades of beige and brown at this beachside tribute to lavish extravagance. The signature Vabbinfaru Villa includes manicured gardens, an al fresco living pavilion, sundeck and outdoor shower.

Try dining with the sand between your toes at Ilaafathi restaurant, which specializes in a heady mix of Maldivian and international favorites. Naiboli Bar provides the setting for a relaxing night out with friends, and the famous spa has all the treatments you’d expect. A private dinner a deux can also be arranged on a secluded sandback, reachable only via speedboat.  

Location & How to get there

Hotel
Ilaafathi Restaurant, Naiboli Bar, Private Dining, Sandbank Dining, Banyan Tree Spa

Rooms
Outdoor jet pool, Outdoor shower, King-sized bed, Recessed sitting area, Hot and cold water shower, Air-conditioning, CD player, IDD telephone, Private safe, Hair dryer, Bathrobes, Mini-bar, Coffee/ tea maker

Activities
snorkeling, PADI dive center, deep-sea fishing, night fishing, water-skiing, windsurfing, catamaran sailing, canoeing and fun tubes, Health & fitness room, Excursions: Malé sightseeing, island hopping, snorkeling safari, private yacht charter and sea plane trips  

Additional Information

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.

Recognition
Best Luxury - World, Trip Advisor 2008 Travelers' Choice awards
Rose Silver Award 2004 Maldives Diving and Eco-Tourism : Banyan Tree Dive Center
World's Leading Responsible Tourism Internet Site - World Travel Awards 2004
President Of the Maldives Green Resort Award 2004 - Banyan Tree Maldives Vabbinfaru
Best Responsible Tourism Site - TravelMole Travel & Tourism Web Awards 2004

STYLE

Lavish Extravagance

SETTING

Castaway Island

ROOM RATES

From US$ 682/Night

YEAR OPENED

Built 1995 Renovated 2000

ENVIRONMENT RATING

SIZE

48 Villas

ARCHITECT

Belt Collins International

GREAT FOR

Diving, Couples, Honeymoon

BEST ROOM

Vabbinfaru Villa
Large landscaped garden with ocean views, al fresco living pavilion, beach ‘sala’ pavilion, sundeck, jet pool and outdoor shower. Sit back and let the shooting stars fall into your lap.

PAMPER

Banyan Tree Spa Maldives

Therapists bring the right balance of traditional touch and warm service to the extensive menu of tropical treatments.

DIVE

Top 10 dives sites

From the beginner's Resort Course to the PADI Open Water Course, you will be taught in great detail about the ocean and its fascinating life.

EAT

Private Dining

Fancy having a wildly romantic candlelit barbecue dinner in the intimacy of your villa or by the beach? No problem. Comes with your very own private chef and waiter.

SEE

Beach

You can dive or snorkel in the transparent brilliance of the ocean, explore its riches, and go deep-sea or night fishing.

RELAX

Poolside

The No.1 reason your on the island...to relax, soak of the sun, read books and work on the tan lines.