Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Nestled in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives is luxury fun at its finest. With more than half the villas with their own private pool, you’ll have your own slice of serenity for some well-deserved R&R. Try some tasty cuisine with stunning surroundings at the Beach Club, where local and international dishes are complimented by views of the water, and spend your days relaxing sea-side or pool-side. With a range of complimentary water sports to try, a luxurious spa ready to pamper you, and an exciting Kids Club for the little ones, you can make your Maldives dream a reality that’s perfect just for you. However you choose to spend your time here, you’ll be sure to never want to leave.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym

Where is it

Located in the UNESCO-protected Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll, home to some of the Maldives’ richest waters. Stretching across 4 islands with beaches around 2km long. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 30 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

All villas feature complimentary high-speed WiFi, flat screen TV with satellite channels, Marshall sound system, overhead fans and air-conditioning, indoor and outdoor daybed, outdoor seating and sun loungers, indoor bathroom with bathtub and rain shower, outdoor rain shower, private veranda, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar and wine chiller, complimentary bottled water, in-room safe, telephone, and hairdryer. Lagoon Villas are 145sqm overwater villas with direct lagoon access. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

 

All-Inclusive option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at Beach Kitchen. Pizza at Pizza Counter or Beach Club available 13:00–22:00 (one pizza per person, no takeaway). Includes a selection of fresh juices, standard alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the selected All Inclusive Standard Beverage list (served during the opening hours of the bars and restaurants only) plus 30% discount on drinks from the All-Inclusive Premium and Exclusive Beverage Selection list, with all drinks served by the glass only. Includes non-alcoholic beverages from the in-villa mini bar, replenished once daily (all other mini-bar items are chargeable as per consumption). Stay for 5 nights or more and enjoy an a la carte specialty restaurant experience, with one meal Crab Shack, one dinner at Kanusan and one dinner at Arabian Grill. For any subsequent visits to the a la carte restaurants, receive a credit of $50 per adult per day and $25 per child per day for dinner (non-cumulative, prior reservation required). For stays below 5 nights there is no credit entitlement. Some dishes at the a la carte restaurants may be subject to a surcharge as per the restaurant menu. Meal plan excludes Milk Lab and a la carte food menu at Beach Club, destination dining, and in-villa dining.

All-Inclusive Premium option: includes breakfast at Beach Kitchen. Dine around experience for lunch and dinner at any restaurant of your choice (prior reservation is advised to secure a table; certain dishes in a la carte restaurants may be subject to a surcharge as per the restaurant menu) with lunch available at Beach Kitchen or Crab Shack, and dinner at Beach Kitchen, Kanusan or Arabian Grill. Pizza available at Pizza Counter or Beach Club 13:00–22:00 (one pizza per person, no takeaway). Milk Lab with a choice of pastries, sandwiches, selection of juices and coffees. Includes a selection of fresh juices, daily unlimited Premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the selected All Inclusive Premium Beverage list (served by the glass during the opening hours of the bars and restaurants only), plus 40% discount from the Exclusive Beverage Selection, and $50 credit on each bottle of champagne or wine from the Exclusive Beverage Selection list. Includes all drinks and snacks from the in-villa mini-bar and wine fridge, replenished once per day. Meal plan excludes a la carte food menu at Beach Club, destination dining, and in-villa dining.

Bed & Breakfast option: includes breakfast at Beach Kitchen (includes Finolhu water, coffee and tea). Meal plan excludes Milk Lab, in-villa mini-bar, destination dining and in-villa dining. All other meals and beverages are charged in full.

Half Board option: includes breakfast at Beach Kitchen (includes Finolhu water, coffee and tea). Dinner at either Beach Kitchen or Pizza Counter (excludes beverages). Plus, stay 5 nights or more and receive $50 per adult per day for dinner or $25 per child per day for dinner, when you dine at the specialty restaurants (noncumulative, reservations required). Meal plan excludes Milk Lab, in-villa mini-bar, destination dining and in-villa dining. All other meals and beverages are charged in full.

Beach Villas are 205sqm with a garden shower and direct beach access. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults.

Private Pool Villas are 205sqm secluded, ocean-facing luxury villas, with a garden shower and private pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults.

Ocean Pool Villas are 180sqm with sunset views and direct ocean access, with a private infinity pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Beach Pool Villas are 205sqm with direct beach access facing the lagoon, garden shower, and a private pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults.

Two-Bedroom Interconnecting Beach Villas, a combination of the Beach Pool Villa and Beach Villa, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 4 children, or 6 adults.

Two-Bedroom Water Villas with Pool are 460sqm overwater villas, perfect for friends or family. These villas boast an enormous sun deck, private infinity pool, direct ocean or lagoon access, and 2 separate bedrooms each with a king-size bed, sleeping maximum 6 adults.

Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villas are 530sqm with direct private beach access, a 10m private pool, sunset views, and 2 separate bedrooms each with a king-size bed. Sleeping maximum 4 adults and 4 children, or 6 adults.

Rockstar Two-Bedroom Ocean Pool Villas are 460sqm overwater villas with a large living space, two master bedrooms, an 8-metre infinity pool and direct access to the ocean. Complete with fully stocked cocktail bar, seventies-style disco ball, and your own personal Rockstar Buggy. With 2 king-size beds sleeping maximum 6 adults.

4 restaurants, plus bars and light-bites. Beach Kitchen (international themed buffet, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily). Kanusan (modern Japanese and Asian cuisine with a contemporary twist, open for dinner 5 days a week). Arabian Grill (North African grill, open for dinner 5 days a week). Crab Shack (seafood, open 5 days a week for lunch and once a week for dinner, weather permitting). Milk Lab (open 6 days a week for homemade pastries and healthy refreshments). Beach Club (open 7 days a week for light bites). Beach Bar (open 7 days a week for drinks and entertainment).

Year-round performances, including DJ sessions, live music, ‘meet the mermaid’, and outdoor movie night.

Spa with 10 treatment rooms, and sauna and steam rooms. Hair and beauty salon. Tennis court. Yoga pavilion. Outdoor and indoor gym. Personal trainers*. Oceaneers Kids Club (ages 4-12, with daily activities schedule, kid’s pool, TV & play room, and baby-sitting services* for ages 0-4. Art studio with art, pottery, jewellery-making and coconut painting classes*. The Luxury Edition Boutique. Golf Studio indoor simulator. Dive centre*. Water sports*. Complimentary non-motorised water sports (including kayaks and stand-up paddle). Excursions* including snorkelling, marine biology and fishing trips. Beach Bubble Experience* (romantic night sleeping under the stars in the Finolhu Bubble).

Complimentary WiFi across the resort. In-room safe.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Heart ❤️ of Baa Atoll!

Jul 15, 2024 suha s Maldives

It was 1st time , from airport to arrival to resort was amazing experience.at the airport was assisted by beautiful lady Zahu for seaplane check in and warm welcome by imraz at the airport lounge.at the arrival was warmly greeted by resort manager and others, specially the kindness from front office manager, room was outstanding, the view from the… Read more
It was 1st time , from airport to arrival to resort was amazing experience.at the airport was assisted by beautiful lady Zahu for seaplane check in and warm welcome by imraz at the airport lounge.at the arrival was warmly greeted by resort manager and others, specially the kindness from front office manager, room was outstanding, the view from the villa to sunset was picturesque.lastly most important person who took care of as our roohu xeeko was very affectionate person.heartfelt thank to xeeko for everything. Read less
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Jul 15, 2024 Passport60996363998

Hello The trip was an enjoyable time, and the staff was very cooperative. Excellent treatment. I hope to repeat the visit. The view is stunning and beautiful, and the atmosphere is also excellent. The food is varied and excellent. The employee, Omar, is also cooperative with Ali and the Arab chef staff. Thank you.
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Jul 13, 2024 maxwin3

We had wonderful vacation at finolhu. It was love from the first sight! Hope to come back here in the nearest future!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Outstanding holiday experience as of excellent care, service, choice and taste of food, offered wine selection

Jul 12, 2024 Explore372036 Kehl, Germany

Every single team member, our butler, the restaurant manangers, the waiters and service staff as well as the kids club team made our stay remarkable and we love the care taking. It was every time authentic and we felt like being part of a family. The design of the resort is lovely and great looking and there is a lot care reg. territory, beaches,… Read more
Every single team member, our butler, the restaurant manangers, the waiters and service staff as well as the kids club team made our stay remarkable and we love the care taking. It was every time authentic and we felt like being part of a family. The design of the resort is lovely and great looking and there is a lot care reg. territory, beaches, facilities etc. The limited numbers of beach villas and beach pool villas provide a great level of privacy. Most villas are watervillas with lagoon or house reef access wiht a spectacular sea view. The white sandy beaches and blue crystal water are dream. You find turtles in the lagoon and we even saw dolphins and eagle rays in front ot the jetty. The house reef as has lot fishes and is well accessabile for snorkeling. The premium meal and drinks package is worth the money granting unlimited access to all restaurants, drinks and food. The great list of good wines and sparkling wines is for sure the best in this 5* category we experienced. And the food choice and taste we loved and enjoyed a lot local sourced seafood. The kids club team and the program is an amazing place for kids during the stay. The team is engaged and provides the kids unique experiences and a great time. Even if there are no other kids our daughter loved the time there and went every day on her own choice to enjoy the activities. An unique food experience you get at the beach restaurant Crab Shack for lunch or on the weekly dinner evening. A great seafood kitchen or sundowner drinks location. Enjoy the 15 min walk on the sand strip to it or the boat ride back and forth, we did both in combination and had a great time there. We also joined the dolphin cruise and the manta snorkleing excursion. The team made sure in advance that at least there was a spotting of these animals to try to ensure the value to the trip. If they could not spot, the trips did not take place. We loved this care and respect. Nature is unpredictable but at least this sort of care is good to deliver what you expect. We usually not return to the same location, but here we definetly will return. There is much of new things comming up like new family villas and a new teens zone and sports area. Sure that they all do what they did to provide great relaxing holidays further. We highly recommend Finolhu with kids or without. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolute bliss

Jul 11, 2024 kesbus Cremorne, Australia

No wonder this resort has thousands of 5 star reviews. We also experienced that level of quality. The overwater villa, the food at all the restaurants, the staff and especially our butler Zeeko who made our trip and my wife’s 60th birthday very special. Zeeko looked after us from start to finish making every move seamless even though we were at… Read more
No wonder this resort has thousands of 5 star reviews. We also experienced that level of quality. The overwater villa, the food at all the restaurants, the staff and especially our butler Zeeko who made our trip and my wife’s 60th birthday very special. Zeeko looked after us from start to finish making every move seamless even though we were at the far end of the villas (at our request). He booked restaurants, confirmed flights, completed our departure paperwork, transported us all over the resort at all hours. What a star! We learned so much about the Maldives (our first visit), the people, the history, the culture. So appreciative Zeeko! I also need to mention Chef Suresh who, after discussing a trip I had to Kerala 10 yrs ago, then cooked me a Kerala Fish curry that night AND then the following morning a version of the dosa as he remembered an earlier conversation I had with him about the ‘Australian style’ of dosas and the many versions in India. Such a nice man. Our interactions with every single member was lovely - Ali who greeted us every morning at breakfast, Upul with our cricket conversations, and so many others. And look out for young Shifaz - he will be running the place in 5 years time! So customer focussed - like the entire team. Congratulations for building such a great team and a fantastic resort. Read less