Seaside Finolhu Baa Atoll Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Nestled in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Seaside 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.

3-Bedroom Ocean Beach Pool Villas are also available, and are ideal for groups.

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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Jan '25 to receive up to 35% off the accommodation cost between 07 Jan–30 Apr '25.  

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 20 Dec '24 to receive up to 35% off the accommodation cost between 08 Nov–23 Dec '24.  

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

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. Padel tennis. 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. Teen Hut and Art Lab (launching mid-December). 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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Nov 21, 2024 jcrummie Pittsburgh PA

Stayed the first two weeks of November and the resort was maybe at 20% capacity, so things were a little laid back. We were met at the dock after arriving by sea plane and our butler drove us to our villa in one of the many golf carts. The over the water villa was fantastic, large bedroom area with full stocked mini bar, fridge and wine… Read more
Stayed the first two weeks of November and the resort was maybe at 20% capacity, so things were a little laid back. We were met at the dock after arriving by sea plane and our butler drove us to our villa in one of the many golf carts. The over the water villa was fantastic, large bedroom area with full stocked mini bar, fridge and wine cooler, large bathroom with separate shower and separate toilet room and two outdoor showers. We stayed on the ocean side, so we had a private pool off a very large deck with direct access to the water to snorkel. The villas are a little far from beaches and main area, but rides are always available. The food at all restaurants was very good including the pizza oven station. Get the premium all-inclusive plan! We did not have any trouble getting reservation for meals and excursions, but if the resort is closer to capacity, you might have a challenge. The resort has something to do for all ages, young and old. Daily activities on th3e beach and pool and nightly entertainment. They are in the process of building a new teen facility. Make sure to get to the Crab Shack at the end of the sand bar. You can walk or take the water taxi. Monday is white out party there. Fantastic event. Make reservation early and wear white! All the staff are very friendly and go out of their way to make sure you are 100% happy and satisfied!! The beaches are WOW!!! Your experience will vary somewhat depending on how many people are at the resort. Read less
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Nov 19, 2024 LAYSTER G

Fantastic hotel in a paradise. Everything with the highest quality. I would like to thank to all the crew of the hotel who made our staying unforgotable, especially thank to Mr Upul for taking care of us so much. My vacation in Finolhu was unique! I recommend staying there for everyone! 
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Nov 17, 2024 richarde526

It’s just amazing…..there are no other words. However, I need to write a review so here goes : superb food, stunning Villas, white sands, warm waters…..so what makes this resort different to others? The staff are simply outstanding. Special thanks to Ricky, Upul, Siraj, Farhoud, Ali and Fairooz for making it so extra special. We will be… Read more
It’s just amazing…..there are no other words. However, I need to write a review so here goes : superb food, stunning Villas, white sands, warm waters…..so what makes this resort different to others? The staff are simply outstanding. Special thanks to Ricky, Upul, Siraj, Farhoud, Ali and Fairooz for making it so extra special. We will be back….. Read less
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Nov 16, 2024 pp58003 Helsinki, Finland

This was our third visit to Finolhu and it was just perfect! Beautiful surroundings, great facilities and lovely weather. The thing that really makes this place even more special are the staff, who go out of their way to be friendly and assist you with any thing you might need. Special thanks to our butler Fairooz who took wonderful care of us and… Read more
This was our third visit to Finolhu and it was just perfect! Beautiful surroundings, great facilities and lovely weather. The thing that really makes this place even more special are the staff, who go out of their way to be friendly and assist you with any thing you might need. Special thanks to our butler Fairooz who took wonderful care of us and was especially kind to our children - they loved him. Another thank you to all of the wonderful restaurant staff who were great with our family and also to Charles who set up lots of fun activities next to the pool! Read less
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Nov 16, 2024 Kacper W

We are giving 10 stars out of 5!!!! To say paradise is like saying nothing about this place. Lovely accommodation, fantastic, helpful, always smiling, profi staff. Weather was ideal, restaurants and people working there axcellent. You are able to taste kitchen from each part of the globe. Great Milk Lab, custard shakes and cakes extremely good.… Read more
We are giving 10 stars out of 5!!!! To say paradise is like saying nothing about this place. Lovely accommodation, fantastic, helpful, always smiling, profi staff. Weather was ideal, restaurants and people working there axcellent. You are able to taste kitchen from each part of the globe. Great Milk Lab, custard shakes and cakes extremely good. Dive center very good equipped. Guys take You to see plenty of underwater animals, mantas, turtles, friendly sharks, many of scools of fish. You can snoorkle on a home reef full of life. If You are tired buggy pick You up enywhere. Enjoy Read less