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Baros Maldives

Baros Maldives

, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives
Rated 0 out of 5
From $463 / night
Baros Maldives
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Baros Maldives

Overview

Type

Resort

Accommodation

75

Beach Villa

45

Water Villa

30

Restaurant/Bar

3/2

Spa

Yes

Gym

Yes

Pool

1

Highlights

The Maldives Icon - Boundless Adventures

Beachfront
Gourmet Dining
House Reef
Luxury
Overwater Villas
Private Pool
Romantic
Spa Retreats
Water Sports
Wellness

Description

Turquoise waters lap at white-sand shores. Towering palms rustle overhead. Welcome to Baros, a natural paradise with a lush island canopy, just 25 minutes by speedboat from the Maldives’ international airport. We’ve been welcoming guests since 1973, and have spent decades honing our services and cultivating our environment, crafting what we believe is a legendary resort. Today, we’re one of the most loved Maldives resorts, and we’re excited to show you what makes us so special.

Island Information

Location:  Baros Island
Transportation: Speedboat, Scheduled Speedboat
Island Size: Small
Distance from Malé: 16 km
View: Beach view, Garden view, Lagoon view, Ocean view, Sunrise view, Sunset view

Property Information

Rating: 5
Brand: Baros (Independent)
Meal Plan: All-inclusive, Full Board, Half Board
Renovation Date: 2018 (major renovation; ongoing updates 2023)
Best for: Accessible-friendly, Couples / Honeymooners, Group

Villas/Rooms

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Dining

Step aboard a dhoni for a dinner cruise for two. Or head to the Piano Deck with your own private chef, for an exclusive gourmet meal. Or settle in at The Lighthouse to watch the sunset with cocktails and canapés. At these gourmet Restaurants in Baros, every meal is yours to savour, every bite designed to inspire. We’ve been creating culinary magic here for five decades, taking the time to perfect classic dishes, while innovating with new techniques and ingredients from around the world. From lavish buffet breakfasts by the pool to fine dining at the legendary Lighthouse, every meal is another opportunity for you to relish a favourite or try something more daring.

Experiences

The lagoon beckons you to jump in, to swim with turtles and glide over corals. A sailing adventure tempts you across the seas, to see what you can see beyond our atoll. Champagne fizzes in your glass as you toast to another unforgettable Baros moment. A million experiences await you on and around our legendary isle.

Moments like these abound at Baros. From daytime excursions on land and sea to intimate ceremonies and bespoke destination dining, Baros inspires blissful memories that will linger long after you have left our shores.

Property Amenities

Accessibility

Accessible path of travel (continuous, step-free)
No lift
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair rental onsite

Business services

Computer workstations
Conference facilities
Document printing
Fax service
High-speed Wi-Fi (meeting areas)

Conveniences

24/7 medical clinic on site
24-hour concierge
24-hour front desk
24-hour resort doctor
24-hour security
Bellhop/porter
Board games/library
Currency exchange
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Express check-in
Express check-out
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Private check-in/check-out
Safe at front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service

Family friendly

Family rooms / suites
Free rollaway/extra bed
Outdoor pool
Private plunge pool

Food and drink

24-hour room service
A bar/lounge
Bottled water complimentary
Couples/private dining
Daily buffet breakfast
Floating breakfast
Halal dining available
In-room minibar
In-villa dining
Multiple restaurants
Overwater restaurant
Private picnics
Private sandbank dinner
Special diet menus (vegan/vegetarian/gluten-free)

Spa (Programs / Services)

Bridal makeup & wedding prep
Massages & body treatments
Meditation sessions
Multi-day wellness programs (detox/sleep/weight)
In-room massages
Yoga classes

Spa (Treatments / Modalities)

After-sun skin treatments
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples rituals (treatment)
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Firming / Slimming wraps
Foot reflexology
Hot stone massages
Lymphatic drainage massage
Manicures/pedicures
Prenatal massages
Scalp massage
Swedish massages
Thai massages

Spa (Facilities / Rooms)

Couples treatment rooms
Hot tub
Outdoor treatment areas
Relaxation lounge
Steam room
Treatment rooms

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Airport meet & greet
Baggage storage
Concierge services
Currency exchange
Doctor on call
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Express check-in
Express check-out
First aid / medical assistance
Housekeeping (daily)
In-villa dining setup
Ironing service
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Private check-in/check-out
Proposal romance packages
Safety deposit box service
Tour and ticket assistance
Transportation arrangement desk
Turndown service
Villa Host (butler-style)
Wake-up service
Wedding services

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Outdoors

Barbecue facilities
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor bar
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Parking and transport

Airport pickup / drop-off
No on-site parking available
Speedboat transfer

Things to do

Beach yoga
Boat tours
Catamaran sailing
Dolphin cruise
Fishing
Fitness classes
Glass-bottom kayak
Guided snorkel safari
Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Sailing
Sandbank picnic
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Sunset cruise
SUP
Yoga classes

Nature & Wildlife

Dolphins
House Reef
Lagoon
Manta Rays
Reef Sharks
Sandbank
Sea Turtles
Tropical Fish
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Room Amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Blackout drapes
Ceiling fan
Day bed
Free rollaway/extra beds
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Memory foam mattress
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Bathroom scale
Deep-soaking bath
Double vanity
Freestanding tub
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Makeup/shaving mirror (magnifying)
Open-air bathroom
Outdoor bathtub
Outdoor shower
Private bathroom
Separate bathtub & shower
Slippers
Towels
Walk-in shower (step-free)

Entertainment

DVD player
Flat-screen TV
Home theater system
IPod dock
Pay-per-view films
Satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Breakfast in-room (on request)
Capsule coffee machine (e.g., Nespresso)
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Meal delivery service
Minibar
Picnic set / hamper (on request)
Wine fridge / cellar

Safety

Smoke detector
Smoke-free villas

More

Air conditioning
Balcony
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Desk
Individually decorated
Individually furnished
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Safe
Turndown service
Wardrobe or closet
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Timing

Check In: 14:00
Check Out: 12:00

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Smoking

Smoking in designated outdoor areas only (shared)

Reservation

Check‑in from 14:00; check‑out by 12:00 (early/late options subject to availability and fees).

A mandatory round‑trip speedboat transfer applies (about 25 minutes). Guide charges published on OTAs and tour sites (subject to change): Adult USD 232–259; Child (8–11) USD 116–129. On some rate plans (e.g., selected half board offers), complimentary return transfers may be included; check your package details.

Rates are subject to taxes/service charges, including the Green Tax (USD 12 per person per night); children under 2 are exempt under current regulations.

Check‑in from 14:00; check‑out by 12:00 (early/late options subject to availability and fees).

A mandatory round‑trip speedboat transfer applies (about 25 minutes). Guide charges published on OTAs and tour sites (subject to change): Adult USD 232–259; Child (8–11) USD 116–129. On some rate plans (e.g., selected half board offers), complimentary return transfers may be included; check your package details.

Rates are subject to taxes/service charges, including the Green Tax (USD 12 per person per night); children under 2 are exempt under current regulations.

Cancellation

Varies by rate plan and dates. Flexible rates may allow free cancellation until the stated deadline; promotional or advance purchase offers can be non‑refundable. Refer to the conditions shown during booking and on your confirmation.

Children and extra beds

Children over 8 are welcome; guests 12+ years are charged as adults at this property.

Extra bed for 8–11 years: about USD 285 per child, per night (on request; pay at property). Cribs are not available. All bedding is subject to availability and villa occupancy limits.

The minimum check‑in age for the booking adult is 18.

Card accepted

Accepts credit/debit cards and cash; reserves the right to pre‑authorize the card prior to arrival.

American Express, Master Card, Union Pay, Visa

Special check-in instructions

Resort access is by speedboat (about 25 minutes) arranged by the resort in line with your international flights. Speedboats operate on request, day or night, and a resort representative will greet you on arrival at Velana International Airport (MLE) to assist with transfer formalities.

Please present a government photo ID and the same credit card used to guarantee the booking at check‑in, and advise your expected arrival time and flight details in advance so transfers can be scheduled.

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Important information

Fees

A tax is imposed by the city (Green Tax): USD 12.00 per person, per night; this tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 383; per child (8–11 years): USD 191.5.

New Year’s Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 484; per child (8–11 years): USD 242.

Boat transfer per adult: USD 232 (roundtrip); per child (8–11 years): USD 116 (roundtrip).

Additional fee for children (12–17 years): USD 259 per person, per stay; this covers mandatory transfer fees for guests aged 12–17.

Optional extras

Airport boat transfers are arranged by the property and may be included in some rate plans; when not included, transfers are available for an extra charge and are payable at check‑out.

Early check‑in and late check‑out are available for a fee, subject to availability.

You need to know

Guests must transfer via speedboat to the property and should contact the resort at least 48–72 hours before travel using the booking confirmation details; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Transfers from Velana International Airport take approximately 25 minutes by shared speedboat, and the mandatory transfer fee is payable at check‑out.

After‑hours check‑in is not available; to guarantee transfers, provide flight details at least 48 hours prior to arrival.

Government‑issued photo identification and a credit/debit card or cash deposit may be required at check‑in for incidental charges.

Special requests are subject to availability upon check‑in and may incur additional charges; requests cannot be guaranteed.

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Cribs (infant beds) are not available, and rollaway/extra beds may be available.

Some outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, and terraces, may not be suitable for children; contact the property in advance if concerned so they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators.

Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Some facilities may have restricted access; contact the property for details using the booking confirmation.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

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Location & Map

Distance from Malé: 16 km
Baros Maldives

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