The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah




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Discover your own private luxury hideaway
Description
Discover your own private luxury hideaway at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, located in the southern Maldives in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll. A palm-fringed paradise where you can immerse in divine relaxation, cocooned by turquoise lagoons, calming ocean blues and a lush natural wilderness of over 2500 well-preserved coconut palm trees.
Feel the demands of the modern world melt away as this 173-villa resort transports you to a haven of unparalleled peace and relaxation, surrounded by nature’s unspoilt beauty. Here you can indulge in the purest of pleasures, lounging on pristine sun-kissed beaches, snorkelling among colourful coral reefs in clear lagoons, and diving with marine creatures in the ocean depths.
Luxuriate in the comfort of the island’s spacious villas beautifully designed in harmony with their surroundings. Savour a wondrous world of international flavours, from Indian Ocean specialties to Mediterranean tapas and contemporary Cantonese cuisine at Li Bai. For the ultimate in pampering, the resort’s exclusive Spa by Clarins wellness retreat, nestled in lush tropical gardens, promises a journey to blissful wellbeing.
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Dining
Let the cool ocean breeze stimulate your appetite as you dine in the quiet of a garden, by the pool or with soothing lagoon views. Our chefs have taken inspiration from around the world to craft a variety of dining experiences, indulging your taste buds in sensations of the Mediterranean, authentic Cantonese cuisine and a celebration of flavours from right here in the Indian Ocean.
Immerse in the authentic tastes of the earth on a delicious journey into sustainability whilst indulging in sustainable nature-inspired cuisine, lovingly prepared by our talented chefs. Our Earth Basket farm-to-table dining experience celebrates/incorporates handpicked daily harvests of farm fresh local produce grown on-site at the resort’s kitchen farms.
Experiences
Celebrating life’s many moments; come discover and delight in enriching journeys of culture and nature at of our idyllic destinations. Find harmony and balance on a wellness retreat, immerse in the beauty and serenity of nature on a diving expedition or simply savour the aromatic flavours of a culinary excursion; each experience specially curated to inspire and indulge you. Moments Enriched at Cenizaro; making every moment truly memorable
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No pets or service animals allowed.
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Reservation
Resort transfers are mandatory and arranged by the property via domestic flight + speedboat (~55 + 5 minutes each way). Indicative return transfer fees: USD 450 per adult and USD 370 per child (1–11); an additional fee may apply for ages 12–17. Schedules depend on airline operations and weather; waiting times may occur.
Baggage allowance on domestic flights is typically 20 kg checked + 5 kg hand luggage per person; excess is chargeable by the airline.
Taxes & fees (Maldives): Green Tax USD 12 per person, per night (children under 2 at check‑in are exempt from 1 Jan 2025). Tourism GST (TGST) is 17% for transactions where the time of supply is on/after 1 Jul 2025. Seasonal supplements (e.g., festive gala dinners) may apply.
Cancellation
Cancellation and prepayment terms vary by villa type, dates and rate plan. Some offers are non‑refundable. No‑show and early departure fees may apply. Always review the conditions shown during booking and on your confirmation.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome. For occupancy and pricing accuracy, include the number and ages of children in your search. One child up to 11 years may stay free using existing bedding when sharing the guardian’s villa. Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 149 per night (subject to availability and villa type). Cribs/cots may be available on request.
Card accepted
Credit cards only; cash is not accepted. The property may pre-authorise the card or take payment according to the booked rate. The same card used to guarantee the reservation may be requested at check-in with matching photo ID.American Express, Master Card, Union Pay, Visa
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer by domestic flight to Kooddoo (about 55 minutes) followed by a speedboat (about 5 minutes) to the resort. To arrange seats and baggage, contact the property with your flight details at least 72 hours before arrival; to guarantee transfers, share details at least 7 days prior. Daily services generally operate between 10:00–23:30. If arriving outside these hours, consider an overnight in Malé/Hulhumalé. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. A government‑issued photo ID and the same payment card used for booking may be required at check‑in.
Important information
Fees
Tourism Green Tax of USD 12.00 per person, per night is imposed on stays at Maldivian resorts; this tax is generally payable for each guest aged 2 years and above and is collected by the property in addition to the room rate.
Mandatory domestic flight and speedboat transfers between Malé (Velana International Airport) and the resort are chargeable for all guests; guidance from travel partners indicates around USD 450 per adult (roundtrip) and USD 370 per child (roundtrip, typically up to 11 years old), plus an additional compulsory transfer fee of about USD 405 per stay for guests aged 12–17 years.
Festive gala dinner supplements are compulsory for stays including 24 December (Christmas Eve) and 31 December (New Year’s Eve), with indicative rates of approximately USD 270 per adult and USD 135 per child (3–12 years) for Christmas Eve, and USD 360 per adult and USD 180 per child (3–12 years) for New Year’s Eve.
Service charge and Goods and Services Tax (GST) are added to most prices for accommodation, meals, transfers and extras; these mandatory charges are set by Maldivian law and the resort and may change over time.
All compulsory charges described above are payable directly to the property at check-in or check-out and are subject to change without prior notice; guests should always check their latest confirmation or contact the resort before travel for the most up-to-date amounts and age categories.
Optional extras
Airport transfers that are not already included in the booked package may be charged separately; sample guidance from online travel agencies shows airport shuttle fees of around USD 450 per adult and USD 370 per child (up to 11 years) for roundtrip domestic flight plus speedboat.
Early check-in and late check-out can sometimes be arranged for an additional fee and remain strictly subject to room availability on the day of arrival or departure.
Rollaway or extra beds may be available on request for an additional nightly charge, with reference rates of about USD 149 per night; fees can vary by season, room type and meal plan.
Extra-person charges may apply when the number of guests exceeds the standard occupancy for the villa, especially when additional bedding, sofa beds or rollaway beds are used.
Optional services such as spa treatments, certain excursions, motorised water sports, premium or imported drinks, private dining experiences, babysitting and some children’s activities are not normally included in the basic room rate and are charged according to use.
Lists of fees and deposits shown on online travel agencies are examples only; all such optional charges, and whether they apply to your booking, may change and should be confirmed directly with the resort or your travel provider.
You need to know
Extra-person charges can apply and vary depending on the resort’s policy, the villa category and the rate plan; surcharges may be higher during peak seasons or festive periods.
Identification and payment: a government-issued photo ID together with a valid credit or debit card may be required at check-in to cover a security deposit, incidentals and any additional charges during your stay.
Special requests (for example, specific villa locations, bedding configuration, early check-in, late check-out or special setups) are subject to availability on arrival and cannot be guaranteed; some requests may incur extra fees.
Child and bedding policy: in many cases, one child 11 years old or younger may stay free when sharing the parent or guardian’s villa and using existing bedding; extra beds or a higher number of guests can attract additional nightly charges.
Registered guests only are allowed in the villas; outside visitors may be restricted or require registration according to the resort’s security policy.
Pets and service animals are not permitted at this property.
Wi-Fi access is complimentary in villas and selected public areas but may carry a device limit (for example, up to two devices per villa and per room for standard access); bandwidth and performance may vary with usage and weather conditions.
Payment methods: the property accepts major credit cards and typically does not accept cash payments for settling the main bill; guests should ensure that their card has sufficient credit and is enabled for international transactions.
Policies, inclusions and benefits (such as meal plans, resort credits and all-inclusive entitlements) can differ depending on the country of residence, booking channel and specific offer; always review the conditions linked to your own confirmation.
We should mention
Check-in and check-out: the usual check-in time is from 14:00 and check-out is by 12:00 noon; early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and may be chargeable.
Transfers and operating hours: domestic flight and boat transfers are arranged by the resort according to international and local flight schedules and operate only during designated hours; guests must provide complete arrival and departure details well in advance to guarantee same-day connections.
Family policy: the resort is family-friendly, but certain facilities such as the main pool, fitness centre and some excursions may have age restrictions or require that children under a specified age are accompanied by an adult at all times.
Spa and wellness bookings (including massages, rituals and beauty treatments) are subject to availability; advance reservations are recommended, especially during high season and festive periods.
All-inclusive and meal plans: some rate plans include all-inclusive or enhanced dining benefits; however, premium items, à la carte selections, in-villa dining, minibar consumption and selected experiences may fall outside the plan and be billed separately.
Information accuracy: all details regarding taxes, fees, compulsory gala dinners, transfers, age categories, benefits and restrictions are based on information supplied by the property and its travel partners and may change without prior notice; guests should reconfirm key points with the resort shortly before arrival.
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