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Best Experience for: Couples, Families, All Inclusive, Beach, House Reef Snorkeling, Diving


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Updated August, 2024

Offering the perfect combination of exclusivity and comfort, Heritance Aarah is all about exclusive luxury with a touch of Maldives' traditions. For guests seeking a haven for pure relaxation or an active holiday retreat with the whole family, Heritance Aarah offers endless choices with a unique Premium All-Inclusive holiday plan and some of the largest beach villas in the Maldives.

Heritance Aarah is al about full privacy and an ideal tropical beach experience on a paradise island. Opened on December 2018 - the first resort from the luxury Aitken Spence Hotels and Resorts brand from Sri Lanka, Heritance in the Maldives. Operating as a premier all-inclusive resort, Heritance Aarah consists of 150 villas including 26 intimate luxury duplex ocean suites, 56 sunset ocean villas and 68 land villas ranging from beach villas to pool beach villas, family beach villas and family pool beach villas. Heritance Aarah features an overwater spa with six treatment rooms set over the lagoon, offering a choice of luxurious health and beauty treatments and professional consultations to balance the body and mind. In addition, the resort has a PADI licensed dive centre along with water sports, a kids’ club, a tennis court and a fully equipped gymnasium.

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The Island

On arrival by seaplane you are immediately welcomed by the friendly staff of the Island with nice song and dance- their smiles and genuine care is reflected in their attitudes towards their client - nothing is too much trouble and they pre-empt all needs.

The resort itself is not only beautiful, with glorious views and beaches, but the buildings are sympathetically built to look authentic. The island with an excellent location right in the atoll's heart is ideal for couples, families and groups holiday with a choice of accommodation options designed and built using local Maldivian and modern architecture. Wake up to the soothing serenade of the ocean, be it beside soft, sun-drenched shores or above crystal waters of pure turquoise. All intimate villas and suites seamlessly blend indulgent comforts with traditional aesthetics for pure beachside bliss, unrivalled at other luxury Maldives resorts.

Designed to inspire and custom-built to immerse guests in the scenic sights and soothing sounds of the ocean surrounding the island, Heritance Aarah is adorned with earthly hues and vibrant blues. The beaches are beautiful, but please be aware that you may need reef shoes to enter the water more easily.

As the hotel is relatively new, the resort's management have carefully selected personnel to represent their brand and deliver the exceptional experience that expect for their guests. From the customer service representative that greets you on arrival, your butler and/or room staff through to the highly skilled food and beverage teams you see they share a common purpose - which is to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The restaurant staff from the maitre de on arrival to the waiting staff and team of chefs do the upmost to know what you and your family want and that you never leave disappointed.

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Location

Raa atoll or North Maalhosmadulu is one of the northern, most visited atolls in the Maldives, separated from Baa atoll by Hani Kandu is a canal 5 km wide. Almost 70 km long and 30 km wide there are 88 islands in Raa atoll, 15 of which are inhabited. Raa atoll is home to a some luxury hotels include: Emerald, Kudafushi and an ultra luxurious Joali Maldives. Read More...

This modern all-inclusive 5-star resort is located on a private island in Raa atoll (Northern Maalhosmadulu Atoll) and is a 40-minute flight by seaplane from Velana International Airport, Male. One of the best luxury resorts in the Maldives, the main attractions of Aarah are beautiful white beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and a hipnotic marine life on a house reef.

Villas and Suites

As for accommodation, we reccommended to stay in both the conjoined family Beach Villas which are huge, well planned, inviting and contain everything that you and your family require for your stay and the Uber luxurious Ocean Suite which are truly breathtaking.

Room categories at the new resort include 51 Beach Villas, 10 Family Beach Villas, 10 Pool Beach Villas, 4 Family Pool Beach Villas, 56 Water Villas, 25 Luxury Water Villas and Presidential Water Suite.

There are 68 beach villas (from 185 sq.m.), most with private pools and are available for family lodging. Each villa offers direct access to the beach just a few meters in front of a large outdoor veranda in the open air.

82 luxurious ocean suites and water villas (from 93 sq.m. - 315 sq.m.) - the top category, all with their own pools and overlooking the sparkling seascape. Spacious villas are equipped with sun terraces with direct access to the lagoon for house reef snorkeling. DOWNLOAD RESORT MAP

If the cost is not a problem try to stay at secluded sanctuary that epitomizes refined luxury - Ocean Residence is a premier accommodation option amongst Maldives water bungalow resorts. Let the butler service take care of your every need, take a dip in the private plunge pool or head to the terrace that overlooks inspiring ocean vistas.

Restaurants and Bars

From evocative flavours that will have your taste buds in raptures of delight to gourmet creations that combine authentic local ingredients, the resort's restaurants offer something truly distinctive, start from France and Italy to the Middle East, Sri Lanka, India, Turkey, Mexico and Japan – and three bars including space exclusively for Ocean Suite guests, a poolside bar and an open-air rooftop venue.. Be it intimate fine dining to candlelit dinners on the beach, each experience embodies a culinary journey of discovery.

Among its many distinguished culinary experiences, the floating breakfast stands out as a truly unique and indulgent way to start your day in Maldives.

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At Heritance Aarah, guests will be treated to a host of dining options across various world cuisines at six restaurants, including an All Day Dining Restaurant, a Signature Overwater Restaurant, a Sundown Over Water Restaurant, a Speciality Lagoon Restaurant, an Overwater Teppanyaki Restaurant and Sushi Bar and a Rustic Beach BBQ Grill.

The resort's trademarked contemporary Sri Lankan ‘Heritance’ dining experience, Ambula is an explosion of the Lankan spices and flavours. Merging the traditional with the inventive, the tasting menu experience encompasses exotic food and drink pairings, specially designed to surprise and sooth, from the first savoury canapes to the last sweet petit fours.

Get set to embark upon a culinary journey unlike any other at Ranba! Experience dining in Maldives at its finest, in an all-day restaurant featuring a wide selection of cuisines from around the world. With a sandy floor and an impressive array of international delights the buffet is perfect – from the eastern hawker stalls to the western farmers’ market.

Reserved exclusively for guests of Ocean Villas, Baani is influenced by Parisian-Beirut café culture, designed to capture the very essence of a carefree getaway in Maldives. Dining has never been this stylish!

Inspired by all things French, Ralu is a haven for connoisseurs of fine dining in Maldives. Entice your senses with the refined flavours of an exquisite selection of gourmet dishes while here.

As for seafood lovers - Ginifati – is the resort’s beach grill with exclusive seating; providing guests with the quietude and intimacy. The catch of the day on the plate and a welcome ‘Rum Punch’ in hand, an evening cannot get better than this.

Ginifati

Hathaa is a celebration of the vibrant food culture of different cities, takes guests on a distinctive culinary journey. Fun and interactive, the space is transformed to the cities guests will dine at, every evening.

Set next infinity pool the Pizza Shack offer a wide selection of freshly backed pizzas, all time classic sandwiches or small bites to nibble overlooking the beautiful lagoon.

An array of exotic cocktails and a wide selection of wines are served at five bars, including the main Pool Bar, Overwater Lounge Bar, Sundown Overwater Lagoon Bar, Infinity Pool Bar and the Overwater Sky Bar. 

If you know and like your wines, you can order your specific wine but the glass or bottle so can create your own wine pairings with each course if you like! The wines are good quality as was the house champagne. The cocktails are lovely and you can also discover to new Sri Lankan spirits here.

The Skybar is a lovely sundowner spot - incredible cocktails from the barman - and a lovely way to watch the sunset. But only a few tables, so get there early to avoid disappointment! Ralu is another great bar to watch the sunset.

Bhandi bar and pool is fun spot for kids. It’s rather on the busy side though, so if you prefer peace and quiet you may prefer the beach.

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What's Included

  • Free bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival
  • "Dining by Design", a special gastronomic meal plan from Aarah and other services depending on the room category
  • One free excursion for each guest to choose from night fishing, a tour to the local island and a sunset cruise
  • Free non-motorized water sports
  • Free snorkelling equipment
  • One free introductory diving for each guest
  • Daily entertainment and excursions in the children's club
  • Access to the center of water sports and fitness center
  • Free wifi
  • Daily music and live entertainment
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DIVING & SNORKELLING

Team Kaito comprises an team of highly skilled and experienced international and LOCAL diving instructors all of whom speak perfect English and a variety of languages, including Korean, Arabic and German mother tongue and have an intimate understanding of the local diving areas to ensure you see the fish and fauna that you wish to see. The knowledge of the local diving instructors is a real compliment to the international team.

Snorkelling from the beach is not particularly easy, but if you'll stay in a Ocean Suite you do not find this to be problem as there is a wonderful array of marine life at the bottom of your steps into the sea.

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Activities and Pampering

Answer the call of adventure echoing in the breeze, beckoning you to come and experience the thrills of the Indian Ocean. Dive to the depths where Maldives attractions take the form of colourful coral and marine life, ride the waves and feel a sense of pure freedom or sail the seas towards a new horizon.

Snorkelling in this idyllic part of the world will be a pleasure that everyone can enjoy as it is an uncomplicated pursuit which is accessible to all. Both adults and children can take part in this simple and undemanding activity. In fact, you will be able to take your first steps in this water sport even if you are not a highly skilled swimmer.

In addition, the resort has a PADI licensed dive centre along with water sports, a kids' club, a tennis court and a fully equipped gymnasium.

Heritance Aarah features an overwater spa with six treatment rooms set over the lagoon, offering a choice of luxurious health and beauty treatments and professional consultations to balance the body and mind. Gorgeous glass bottom floors so you can see what swims by while on the table!

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At Heritance Aarah understand that children see the world in a different way. That’s why the resort offer exciting experiences to young guests through the kids club in Maldives to expand their horizons, revealing unseen wonders at every turn.

Heritance Aarah: coral reef

Reviews

... very very good honeymoon!!!!, Great stay in the most romantic place in the world, This is the best resort, A short but excellent trip, Wonderful Stay, Peace ambiance, Very nice experience, Enjoy Honeymoon!, I really want to visit here again, Best resort & service!, Very great trip in Heritance Aarah ...

Pros: Why Stay Here?

  • The hotel is new, clean and fresh
  • All the staff are kind and always smiling
  • Butler service
  • Perfect facilities
  • The villas are huge with their own pools and enormous outdoor bathroom consisting of outdoor tub and shower, in fact make that 2 showers
  • Swimming Pool
  • House Reef Snorkeling
  • Beautiful Ocean Villas with a stunning views
  • There’s a great selection of dining optios for all tastes, ages and budgets. All the restaurants provide very fresh and delicious food. Top-level service
  • A daily free ice creams
  • Knowledgeable staff and an excellent choice of treatments at the spa
  • Scuba Diving
  • Excellent value for money

Things to Know before You Go

  • Check out some of the best Heritance' deals and tailor-made packages that cater to diverse interests. VIEW ALL OFFERS
  • All Adaaran Resorts properties and Heritance Aarah will reopen in July and September 2020 with enhanced health and safety measures, under parent company Aitken Spence Hotels’ Spence Safe initiative.
  • The resort is only 40 minutes by seaplane from Male airport, and the journey itself is an unforgettable experience, offering a bird’s eye view of paradise found.
  • Check-in 14:00 – 00:00; Check-out until 12:00 hours
  • Children of any age are welcome
  • All restaurants are included, not just the main one. For stays of 7 nights - as many times as you like
  • There are two public pools and both are equally great taking
  • The all inclusive dining and beverage package (with wine pairing and very knowledgeable sommeliers) is second to none
  • The gym, kids club, and teen area has all the equipment, toys, games to keep anyone satisfied
  • Both pool bars have excellent servicing and awesome layout for sunbathing or just lounging by the pool or bar
  • There are two reefs. One near the diving center is possible snork with children, excellent. The second is near water sports, far away. House Reef like everywhere in the Maldives, corals are restored
  • For adults-only and more secluded the Ocean Suite is a different experience than Beach/Water Villa stay, as you have more inclusions and a dedicated restaurant and two bars
  • We recommend to take Ocean Suites on the sunset side, overlooking the open sea, as the best snorkeling sites are there.
  • The best beach is on the side of the arrival jetty and the water sports center, where the beach villas are somewhat far from the sea, but the beach is with the least corals and more fine sandy
  • In 2019 Heritance Aarah became the first property in Maldives to receive the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification.
  • A private excursion to a desert island twice - two different islands all to ourselves is a must! This experience is worth it and very good value.
  • smoking is allowed in the public bar areas

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