Baa Atoll · ★ 6

Anantara Kihavah Villas

Island at a glance

Transfer
Seaplane, Domestic flight + speedboat
Typical transfer time
35 min
Meal plans
Half board
Snorkeling
Moderate
Beach grade
A
Island size
Medium
Walk around island
40 min
Sandbank
Available
Chinese-language service
Available
Hotel group
Minor Hotel Group
Opened
2011
Airport counter
贵宾VIP室
Island type
Natural island
Seagrass
Unavailable
Villas
80
Restaurants
5
Bars
2
Pools
1

Facilities and services

Chinese-speaking staffOcean-view bathGlass floorsOverwater hammockUnderwater restaurantWedding photographySeaplane loungeKids’ clubSandbankPrivate pool in base villaButlerPADI dive centerSpaWater sportsCinema or stargazing

Experience ratings

Snorkeling5 / 55
Beach5 / 55
Families3 / 53
Lagoon4 / 54
Honeymoon5 / 55
Photography4 / 54
House reef5 / 55

About the island

Anantara Kihavah Villas, Maldives, 360° panoramic island tour, officially opened in February 2011. The hotel is located in Baa Atoll, about 35 minutes from Male by seaplane, or by domestic flight plus speedboat. It also has the world's most romantic restaurant, the "SEA underwater restaurant", offering "Maldives lobster", "Chinese foie gras", "teppanyaki Miyazaki wagyu", "Canadian scallops", etc.; each dish is paired with a selected wine from a different vintage. This romantic experience makes every second the peak of life. In terms of hardware conditions, in some aspects it has surpassed Conrad Maldives' underwater restaurant.

Why stay here

Anantara Kihavah is a luxury hotel opened in 2011, with very luxurious facilities and absolutely first-class service, and the island has a very famous underwater restaurant in the Maldives. Every room type is spacious and has a private pool; overwater rooms also have transparent glass bathtubs, quite romantic.

Highlights

First, the hotel is positioned as luxury six-star, with very luxurious facilities, large rooms, all with private pools, and overwater rooms also have transparent glass bathtubs; overall the facilities are luxurious. It also provides private butler service, and the service is absolutely first-class; second, the island's beach is very good, and there are also facilities such as an overwater stargazing platform and water park, as well as a very romantic and famous underwater restaurant in the Maldives; third, overall the dining quality is very high, and the breakfast variety is also very rich; the various breads and pastries here are especially recommended, simply outstanding.

Before you go

First, when promotions are not strong, the hotel price is on the high side, and the underwater restaurant is also rather expensive; second, the snorkeling environment is very average, not suitable for snorkeling enthusiasts.

Children’s policy

Children 2-11.99 years old: 3600/person

Villas and rooms

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Beach Pool Villa 8 photos

Beach Pool Villa

Room count · 22Area · 258㎡Private pool · Yes
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Villa Description: The 258㎡ Beach Pool Villa is one of only 22 exclusive retreats on the island . Nestled along the lush fringes of our private isle with direct access to powdery white sands. Select a fine vintage from your personal wine cabinet and dine in the shaded Thai-style pavilion. The open-air bathroom features both indoor and outdoor rain showers, accessible through separate his-and-hers dressing areas. In your Maldivian beach sanctuary, stroll past your shimmering private pool and soak in the luxurious freestanding bathtub for intimate moments of pure bliss.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Sunset Beach Pool Villa 7 photos

Sunset Beach Pool Villa

Room count · 8Area · 258㎡Private pool · Yes
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Sunset Beach Pool Villa, 258 sqm, 8 villas on the island. Stroll on soft white sand while small reef sharks swim nearby. Return to your luxurious Maldives pool villa retreat and enjoy material and high-tech comforts. Pick a fine wine from the private wine cabinet and read a book on the swing chair while savoring it.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Over Water Pool Villa 6 photos

Over Water Pool Villa

Room count · 34Area · 267㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Water Pool Villa is 267 sqm, with 34 on the island, and is the island's base water villa type. The villa is built over the water. Constructed of striped wood, it features high ceilings and hardwood floors. The room is spacious and bright, allowing you to sleep soundly under Egyptian cotton and personalized pillows. It includes separate walk-in closets for men and women, a wine cooler, a private pool, and a sun deck overlooking the endless ocean, creating an unparalleled overwater luxury experience.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Sunset Over Water Pool Villa 7 photos

Sunset Over Water Pool Villa

Room count · 6Area · 267㎡Private pool · Yes
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Sunset Overwater Pool Villa is 267 sqm, with 6 villas on the island. Facing west, enjoy sunset ocean views. Enjoy in-villa dining service, savor delicious meals on the balcony with unbeatable ocean views. Choose a bottle of wine from the wine chiller and raise a glass to this wonderful moment. Soak in the sunken bathtub and watch the starry night sky. Below you, pufferfish swim among swaying corals and flying fish. Then, with your choice of pillows and soft Egyptian cotton bedding, drift into sweet dreams on the ocean-view bed.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Family Beach Pool Villa 7 photos

Family Beach Pool Villa

Room count · 4Area · 412㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Family Beach Pool Villa covers 412 square meters, with 4 on the island. The master bedroom features a luxurious king-size bed, and the bathroom includes indoor and outdoor bathing and a built-in open-air bathtub. The second bedroom has two single beds and a sofa bed, with an adjoining second bathroom featuring a semi-indoor and outdoor shower. Both bedrooms open onto a spacious sun deck where the family can relax on loungers, share meals in the open-sided dining pavilion, or play in the large infinity pool extending to the soft white beach.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults 2 children or 2 adults 4 children
Two Bedroom Beach Pool Residence 15 photos

Two Bedroom Beach Pool Residence

Room count · 2Area · 1330㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Residence is 1330 square meters, with only 2 on the entire island. It offers luxurious space with shared indoor and outdoor areas and private bedroom retreats for rest. This Maldives beach mansion features high vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors, ensuring comfort and coolness throughout the day. On the spacious deck, savor exciting cuisine under a sky full of stars. Take a good soak late at night in the sunken bathtub and enjoy fragrant Elemis products.

Maximum occupancy
6 adults or 4 adults 4 children
Three Bedroom Beach Pool Residence 13 photos

Three Bedroom Beach Pool Residence

Room count · 2Area · 1770㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Three-Bedroom Beach Pool Residence covers 1,770 m², with only 2 on the entire island. The residence is surrounded by lush greenery and has a private path leading directly to a secluded beach. Evenings at the dining pavilion are especially enchanting, and the spa pavilion is an ideal setting for a massage with cool sea breezes. Spend sunny days in the pool or lounge on sun loungers in the gazebo. Two people can sway in the hammock. Both en-suite master bedrooms are equipped with outdoor bathtubs, while the third twin bedroom offers a delightful garden rain shower experience.

Maximum occupancy
9 adults or 6 adults 6 children
Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence 7 photos

Four Bedroom Beach Pool Residence

Room count · 1Area · 2000㎡Private pool · Yes
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Three-bedroom Beach Pool Residence, 1770㎡, only 1 on the island. It is the largest residence on the island, connecting the three-bedroom beach pool mansion with an adjacent beach pool villa, featuring its own spacious pool and sun deck. Suitable for large families or up to 12 friends, sharing lush cool spaces, high-tech comforts, and attentive butler service.

Maximum occupancy
12 adults or 8 adults 4 children
Two Bedroom Over Water Pool Residence 8 photos

Two Bedroom Over Water Pool Residence

Room count · 2Area · 1500㎡Private pool · Yes
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The two-bedroom overwater pool residence is 1500 sqm, with only 2 on the island. Located at the end of the wooden walkway, it overlooks the open sea. Each en-suite bedroom at both ends has its own outdoor living area for guests to enjoy privately or together. Dine together indoors or under the stars. Feel the gentle sea breeze on the infinity pool above the ocean or on the loungers in the shaded Thai pavilion. Through the glass viewing windows, you can see sea turtles gracefully swimming by, right inside your luxurious Maldivian mansion.

Maximum occupancy
6 adults or 4 adults 4 children
One Bedroom Family Over Water Pool Villa 6 photos

One Bedroom Family Over Water Pool Villa

Room count · 4Area · 267㎡Private pool · Yes
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The Family Beach Pool Villa is 267㎡, with 4 on the entire island. If you want the ultimate intimate family holiday, head to the most dreamy overwater hideaway, where secluded villas above the turquoise lagoon await you and your precious shared time. Relax in the spacious bedrooms and let the children enjoy peaceful sleep in the Maldives family overwater villa, or soak in the iconic sunken glass-bottom bathtub or private pool while admiring views of the Indian Ocean and experiencing the ideal lagoon life. From your private gateway to the Maldives' best coral reefs, enjoy tranquility in the outdoor private lounge and get closer to the serene lagoon. From the refreshed villa you can directly access the lagoon and explore the wonders of the fascinating coral reef, where vibrant marine life awaits.

Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 3 children

Restaurants and bars

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Sea 9 photos

Sea

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · International cuisineNotes · Advance Reservation
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Explore the world's first underwater wine cellar, then dine in a restaurant completely surrounded by the sea. Watch sharks, turtles, and tropical fish swim freely while savoring the most delicious meals. For lunch, taste impeccable Maldivian lobster, and teppanyaki Japanese Wagyu makes a romantic dinner.

Hours
8:30-10:30,12:00-14:00,19:00-22:00
Sky 3 photos

Sky

Hours · 11:00-24:00Bar specialty · Drinks & Light Bites
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Sky Observatory Bar is the Maldives' first overwater observatory, expanding your imagination about the galaxy. Stargaze through the Maldives' most powerful telescope. Listen to our sky masters tell stories and learn in detail about constellations and planets. Discover extraordinary experiences that ignite romantic love for couples and adventure for families.

Fire 2 photos

Fire

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Private TeppanyakiNotes · Advance Reservation
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Enjoy the fun of food at the sizzling Japanese teppanyaki restaurant. Choose a freshly caught lobster. Pick your favorite seat. The sea breeze blows through the thatched roof as the chefs present a spectacular culinary show for guests every night. Fresh sashimi and flame-kissed Angus tenderloin—a feast for the senses. Then have some dessert wine or Japanese tea to make the evening even more memorable.

Hours
18:30-22:00
Spice

Spice

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Asian cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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In this thatched-roof retreat, savor a selection of dishes from across the Asian continent, and let our resident 'salt sommelier' pair your dishes with the perfect seasonings. Enjoy tender lamb cooked to perfection on a Himalayan salt block. Taste traditional Thai tom yum soup and feel the warmth of galangal and lemongrass. Relax and listen to the waves lapping against the shore, the gentle whispers of the sea.

Hours
18:30-22:00
Plates 2 photos

Plates

Service style · BuffetGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Savor an international gourmet breakfast, including live cooking stations and a la carte signature dishes, accompanied by chilled champagne. Start your day refreshed with freshly brewed coffee or refreshing juice.

Hours
7:30-11:00
Manzaru 3 photos

Manzaru

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Mediterranean CuisineBar hours · 9:00-18:00
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From poolside drinks and snacks under the sun to fine wines and cuisine in the enchanting evening, Manzaru's atmosphere changes throughout the day. Enjoy a variety of comfort food made with fresh seafood. At dinner, savor various Italian dishes and delicious desserts.

Restaurant Hours
12:00-17:00,18:30-22:00

Island experiences

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Stargazing

Stargazing

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Overview: Discover the unique secrets of the night sky. Our sky master will lead you on a stargazing dinner at SKY Bar. With professional telescopes, it's perfect for exploring the sky. You can map constellations and learn about the features that make up our universe.

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Anantara Spa

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Activity overview: Head to the tranquil Anantara Spa and find pure serenity. With six overwater treatment rooms and a range of exotic treatments to soothe and heal your body, find your Zen in our paradise. Experience the signature Kihavah Essence treatment. Inspired by the healing powers of the island's specialties, this invigorating ritual will enhance your overall well-being.

Kids Club 7 photos

Kids Club

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Activity introduction: At the Little Shell Kids Club, children aged 4-12 can play to their heart's content. Join the child supervisors in fun games and make various crafts. Creativity is inspired through different themes. Teenagers can relax in our lounge area or play family games such as life-size chess, badminton, volleyball and Jenga.

Trampoline Park

Trampoline Park

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Activity overview: Come to the Thiththi Boli Kids Club and experience the joyful leaps of youth. Bounce freely on a series of trampolines and even shoot hoops at the finish.

Cycling

Cycling

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Activity Overview: Hop on the resort's bicycles and tour the island at your own pace. With palm trees lining the way, relax and ride comfortably. Take a deep breath and enjoy the sweet scents of native flora and fauna. Bicycles are free to use for leisure exploration.

Starlight Cinema

Starlight Cinema

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Activity introduction: Relax on comfortable sofas under the starry Maldivian sky. A large screen under the stars shows various classics and the latest blockbusters. Suitable for the whole family and all ages. Choose champagne and oysters, a bucket of fried chicken wings, or plain popcorn as snacks—you will surely enjoy our delicious accompaniments.

Diving 23 photos

Diving

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Overview: The clear, calm waters around the island are a great place to explore. Bring your diving mask and take a short trip to a precious coral reef near the resort. A knowledgeable team will assist and guide you to find the creatures below.

Water sports 23 photos

Water sports

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Activity Overview: The island offers far more fun and exciting activities than you might imagine: take the fully equipped parasailing boat Chute Me and soar through the cloudless skies above the island. Or feel the extreme speed of the Seadoos jet skis accompanied by experienced guides. Or glide through the water like a dolphin with the eco-friendly Seabob jet scooter...

Spoon Cooking Class

Spoon Cooking Class

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Activity overview: Maldivian cuisine is full of gastronomic delights. Learn the subtleties of these diverse cuisines. Passionate chefs will introduce some world-famous dishes and guide you on how to cook. Children can join the Little Chef course.

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