Luxury Resort · Ari South Atoll, Maldives

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Luxury resort on two natural islands in South Ari Atoll, Maldives, with overwater and beach villas, the world's first undersea restaurant and a submerged residence.

About Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island: luxury resort in South Ari Atoll

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a luxury resort located on two natural islands in South Ari Atoll, Maldives. The property presents itself as a sanctuary between sky and sea, with villas built over the water and along white-sand beaches. The offering combines accommodation, dining and wellness in a marine setting.

Accommodation: overwater and beach villas

The resort offers a wide variety of villas and suites, both overwater and beachfront. The categories mentioned include:

  • Overwater villas with private infinity pool, sun deck and direct lagoon access, such as the Premier Water Villa with Pool, the Deluxe Water Villa with Pool, the Sunset Water Villa with Pool and the Grand Water Villa with Pool.
  • Overwater villas without pool, such as the Sunrise Water Villa, with private sun deck, outdoor jacuzzi and direct lagoon access.
  • Two-bedroom overwater villas, such as the 2 Bedroom Grand Water Villa with Pool and the 2 Bedroom Grand Water Villa, the latter with outdoor jacuzzi and direct lagoon access.
  • Beach villas and suites, such as the Beach Villa, the Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool, the Family Beach Villa (two interconnected villas with direct beach access), the 2 Bedroom Deluxe Beach Villa with Pool and the 3 Bedroom Beach Suite with Pool, with multiple pools and spacious living areas.
  • The 2 Bedroom Rangali Ocean Pavilion with Pool, with infinity pool, bathrooms with ocean-view bathtub and panoramic sunset views.
  • The Muraka, presented as the world's first luxury underwater residence, two-level, with a submerged suite beneath a 180-degree acrylic dome.

Dining: restaurants and bars

The culinary offering includes several restaurants and bars, among them Ithaa, the world's first undersea restaurant, located five meters below the surface of the Indian Ocean. Other venues are KOKO, with teppan bar; Aaraha Champagne Bar, specialising in champagne and canapés; Ufaa, which combines Chinese cuisine with a Maldivian atmosphere; Sunset Grill, with grilled meats and seafood; Vilu Restaurant & Bar, Italian-inspired; and Mandhoo Restaurant, suspended over the water. The cuisine classification includes Chinese, Italian, Japanese, healthy, international, seafood, steak, sushi, tapas and fondue options, as well as private and exclusive experiences.

Wellness and spas

The resort has two distinct spas. One of them, The Spa Retreat, is located over the lagoon and offers indigenous Maldivian rituals. The other, the Overwater Spa, continues to provide wellness services during the planned enhancements at The Spa Retreat. The wellness facilities are presented as a space for renewal in a marine setting.

Marine experiences and conservation

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is one of the few PADI Eco Centers in the Maldives, according to its own presentation. This certification is focused on ocean conservation through immersive education and active coral restoration. In the waters of South Ari Atoll it is possible to spot whale sharks and manta rays year-round, and the resort offers bespoke marine adventures. Dining experiences with Michelin-starred chefs, such as Theodor Falser, Simon Hulstone and Gabriela Filca, are also organised as part of the Michelin Masters series.

Activities for families and children

The resort offers family programmes, such as an interactive treasure hunt for children in Rangali-Finolhu, developed together with Roarsome, available year-round. Services for children and teenagers are also mentioned, although they are not detailed in the material analysed.

Awards and distinctions

The property has been voted twice as "Best Hotel in the World", according to its own description. It is also highlighted as the creator of The Muraka, the first two-level residence with a submerged master bedroom, described as a marvel of engineering and design.

Practical information and conditions

Villa rates exclude transfers. Access to the resort requires a seaplane (US$700 net per adult) or speedboat, with a 30% saving on seaplane transfers for stays between 11 April and 30 September 2026. For stays including 31 December 2026, a compulsory New Year's Eve supplement of US$1,093.95 per adult applies, taxes included, which includes the gala dinner; children aged 5 and under do not pay any supplement and those aged 6 to 11 pay 50% of the adult rate. Between 1 July and 30 September 2026, The Spa Retreat, Mandhoo, the Grand Water Villas and Muraka will undergo enhancements, although the guest experience remains unchanged, with wellness services at the Overwater Spa and dining in other venues.

Location and contact

RANGALI ISLAND, MV · Phone: +960 668 0629 · Email: mlehi.maldives@conradhotels.com · Hours: Open every day, from 00:00 to 23:59

In brief

Luxury resort with undersea restaurant and submerged residence