Medhufushi Island Resort is a haven of peace and relaxation. An air of tranquillity pervades the idyllic island which is adorned with shady coconut trees and tropical flowers. Surrounding the island is a spectacular lagoon in shades of turquoise and shimmering azure blue. If you want to get away from it all and experience affordable, laid-back luxury at a Maldives resort, you can’t find anywhere better than Medhufushi Island Resort.
As one of just two resorts in beautiful Meemu Atoll, you are far from the noise and congestion of the modern world. But you’ll find all the comforts of home available in spacious and attractive villas, which come with a private sundeck and traditional Maldivian swing chair. There’s no better spot to watch the gentle waves together than from the shade of your ‘udoli’. The exclusive lagoon suites offer the ultimate in seclusion at Medhufushi; the two spacious over-water suites are accessible only by boat.
The distinctive Maldivian atmosphere is evident throughout the resort, from the warm and welcoming staff to the coconut thatch roofs of each property and the sandy floors of the restaurants.
The beach villas are set upon the powdery white sand and surrounded by lush vegetation such as hibiscus and sea cabbage for extra privacy. Highlights include four-poster king-size bed/twin beds and outdoor rain showers. 14 of the beach villas are semi-detached and offer an increased amount of space and a partition door joining the villas.
Families and groups of friends will find the Beach Villa Suites are also a good option. They consist of two Beach Villas joined by an outdoor seating area, creating a two-bedroom beachside oasis with a shared sundeck between the two villas.
The Semi-detached beach villas are set upon the powdery white sand and surrounded by lush vegetation such as hibiscus and sea cabbage for extra privacy. Highlights include four-poster king-size bed/twin beds and outdoor rain showers. The beach villas has a conecting door.
Situated over the crystal-clear water of the lagoon, the sunrise or sunset-facing Water Villas feature floor-to-ceiling windows in the bedroom which fold back across the entire fourth wall so you can fully embrace the ocean views. They also offer espresso machines and direct access to the lagoon via steps from your private sundeck.
The incredible Lagoon Suites are the last word in seclusion. As the most luxurious Maldives villa category at Medhufushi Island Resort, they are freestanding villas built over the lagoon. They are located in splendid isolation accessible only by a private dhoni (wooden boat). The captain is on hand around the clock to ferry you between the suite and the island if you want to leave it, or meals and amenities can be delivered to the suite upon request. There’s also a large bathroom with open-air rain shower and a double bathtub facing the sea.
The gorgeous over-water spa pavilion is the perfect place to unwind and indulge. The spa draws upon the best traditions and techniques of the East and West to bring you an experience like no other.
A team of skilful and experienced spa therapists are on hand to deliver a range of treatments including massages, body wraps, facials, pedicures and beauty treatments. Choose to have your treatment either in the cool and contemporary air-conditioned treatment rooms or in the open air under the shade of a pavilion. The Medhufushi spa uses a unique signature relaxation oil or a choice of pure essential oil blends.
The Werner Lau Diving Centre team is waiting to greet you at Medhufushi Island Resort. Scuba diving in Meemu Atoll is hard to beat. While there’s no house reef there are a host of dive sites in the surrounding area to explore. The majority of the dive sites within the atoll are easy to dive because they are protected from very strong currents by the coral formations. Here you can discover stunning coral gardens, reef fish, small sharks and some beautiful macrolife. There’s also a channel dive in the vicinity available for exploration and on the outer reefs where the current is stronger you can discover reef sharks, mantas and even occasional whale sharks.
You can book from a selection of morning dives, night dives, full-day excursions and half-day excursions. If you would like to learn to dive or increase your skills, The attentive team will guide you through a range of courses, from Open Water to Dive Master certificates.
Deep Blue Watersports Centre offers a host of activities including kite-surfing, windsurfing, surfing, knee-boarding, kayaking, canoeing, fun tubes, catamaran sailing and jet ski hire. Surfers will find that Meemu Atoll has some excellent and un-crowded surf points, many of which are within a short distance of each other and can accommodate all levels of skill.
Available excursions include sunset and morning fishing, deep sea fishing, island-hopping, dolphin-watching, snorkelling and special honeymoon excursions.
There is plenty of variety when it comes to sports and leisure activities at the Medhufushi Island Resort. You would get to choose a lot, both in terms of outdoor as well as indoor sports.
You can enjoy a wonderful game of volleyball. Playing volleyball at the beach is real fun and enjoy catamarans and windsurfing. Medhufushi Island Resort has a state of art table tennis equipment. For leisure and entertainment, Medhufushi Island Resort has a world class library, gymnasium and top notch billiard table on offer.
Symbolic Wedding Ceremony conducted by “Master of Love” Decorated wedding alter with coconut palm leaves & local flowers Escort couple to the wedding venue with traditional music “Boduberu” Two tier wedding cake Bottle of champagne for toasting Fresh flower bouquet and boutonniere for the bride and groom Commemorative wedding certificate Wedding gift 60 minutes couples massage Memorable palm tree planting Private Sunset Cruise with champagne & canapéss Private candle light Lobster dinner on the beach Romantic turndown service in the Villa Optional: Following professional services can be arranged on request with additional charges Professional hair & makeup artist Professional photographer with 80 cuts on a printed DVD & a premium wedding album.
Under the lofty thatched roof of the over-water pyramid, Vilu Bar offers a range of premium spirits, cocktails, wine and beer as well as a snack menu. There’s also billiards, darts and a library area. Special events such as crab racing and traditional Maldivian ‘bodu beru’ drumming also takes place here.
A range of special set dinners are available for private dining experiences, served in a choice of locations. They can be enjoyed on a quiet patch of beach, in the Sunset Pavilion or in the privacy of your villa.
Named after the Dhivehi word for mermaid, this poolside restaurant has breath-taking views of the ocean. The venue provides buffet-style breakfasts, lunches and dinners with chefs manning live cooking stations to tailor your meal to your taste. The Malaafaiy Restaurant cuisine is inspired by culinary traditions from around the world.
This beautiful venue is located within Medhufushi’s iconic pyramid-shaped over-water pavilion. Breezy and shaded by coconut thatch, Alfresco offers unbeatable views of the glassy lagoon day and night and is ideal for romantic dinners at sunset. Here you can enjoy a variety of a la carte specialities, wine and other beverages.