Villa Haven, Maldives — Photo by Villa Resorts

Villa Resorts, one of the leading Maldivian-owned resort groups, announces the launch of Villa Haven, a peaceful secluded retreat that stimulates the senses. Located in the South Ari Atoll, the luxury escape is 35 minutes by seaplane from Male' with 73 villas and residences, ranging from Haven Reserve to Beach Pool Villas. The luxurious island is host to six restaurants, an opulent spa and unique experiences including creating personalised perfumes, going on whale shark excursions and pottery making.

Haven Hallmarks

The unique and elevated experiences that make Villa Haven stand out are dubbed Haven Hallmarks - including The Clay Club, a creative space for pottery making, Eden's Garden, a fragrant garden for creating personalised perfumes and learning about aromatherapy, and Aerial Yoga, to enable guests to feel weightless and stretch their stressors away.

Other activities include whale shark adventures at the protected SAMPA reserve and thrilling diving experiences. Families can take advantage of the extensive kids' and teens' clubs, while guests can also enjoy excursions such as sunset fishing, island hopping, and dolphin safaris. Completing the Haven Hallmarks are water sports like canoeing, windsurfing, and catamaran sailing.

Where You Lay Your Head

Anchored in nature and bursting with tropical beauty, this humble haven transcends the boundaries between indoors and outdoors, offering a healing centre for guests looking to reconnect. With 73 properties in total, all being sea facing and all with their own private pool, the island is intimate and secluded with a splash of luxury.

Global Dining

Villa Haven is home to six restaurants offering globally sought after cuisine - including signature restaurant Husk, a beachside a la carte venue where you'll find rustic dishes cooked over coconut husk fires. Other culinary destinations include YUZU, an overwater Japanese restaurant offering authentic Japanese cuisine with ocean views, Solara, a relaxed beachside Mediterranean restaurant -and Nook, a tranquil relaxed lounge and bar retreat.

Immersive spa and wellness

Villa Haven's spa and wellness offering aims to promote complete rest and relaxation for every guest who steps foot on the island - a variety of massages from expert trained professionals aim to loosen the stress of everyday life, reflexology targets specific areas, and ayurvedic therapy uses a blend of modern and ancient techniques to heal.

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Villa Resorts
Villa Haven, Maldives
Alif Dhaal Atoll, Maldives
+960 334-4777