Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa

Dhonakulhi Island, Haa Alifu Atoll, 290 km north of Malé, Republic of Maldives
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HAA ALIFU ATOLL · MALDIVES

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Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa

Haa Alifu Atoll
Dhonakulhi Island, Haa Alifu Atoll, 290 km north of Malé, Republic of Maldives
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Haa Alifu Atoll
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  • House reef · Excellent
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  • Accommodation110 villas & rooms
  • Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
  • Dining5 restaurants & 3 bars
  • House reefExcellent
  • IslandLarge
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The resort

About Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa is located on Dhonakulhi Island in the Haa Alifu Atoll. This private-island resort is reached by a scenic seaplane transfer, indicating its remote northern location. It holds a 4.7/5 rating based on 542 reviews. Accommodations are noted for being spacious and clean, featuring private balconies, with some offering private pools. The resort provides a variety of dining options at restaurants including Matheefaru, Samsara, and Oasis, with a different dining concept each evening and large portions noted by guests. Amenities include a private beach, a vibrant house reef, a marina, a poolside bar, and complimentary access to a water park. The resort is distinctive for its combination of extensive culinary variety and active amenities, including its marine facilities, suited for guests seeking a comprehensive private-island experience.

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Why we love it

Why we love this resort

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa is located on Dhonakulhi Island in the Haa Alifu Atoll. This private-island resort is reached by a scenic seaplane transfer, indicating its remote northern location. It holds a 4.7/5 rating based on 542 reviews.

  • 33-hectare island; First Floating Aqua Park in Maldives; First Marina in Maldives (80m max); The Signature Collection — ultra-luxury "resort in a resort" 9 villas; Villas 130–1,100 sqm — among Maldives' largest; Sister resort: Lily Beach Resort & Spa
  • House reef: Excellent

Best for

FamiliesHoneymoonersWellness seekersDivers & surfers

The accommodation

Choose your perfect stay

From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.

Couples

Sunset Beach Villa

Nestled on private beach with direct beach access. Separate living area adjacent to master bedroom, rustic-elegant décor with teak flooring, wooden patio, chalk-white walls, open outdoor terrace, indoor/outdoor bathroom with spa bathtub. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, surround sound, minibar, Nespresso, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 3 guests130 m²BeachfrontDirect beach accessKing Size
Rates
On request
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Family favourite
FamiliesLuxury seekers

Beach Residence with Plunge Pool

Secluded beach villa with private plunge pool. Spacious living and dining area, master bedroom with direct beach access, large bathroom with rejuvenating jacuzzi. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, surround sound, minibar, Nespresso, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 3 guests215 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
Rates
On request
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CouplesPrivacy seekers

Deluxe Sunset Beach Villa with Pool

Opulent holiday home on private white sandy beach with luxurious furnishings and lush tropical garden. Dining and living area, spacious bathroom with rejuvenating jacuzzi bathtub. Private pool. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 3 guests190 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
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On request
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FamiliesLuxury seekers

Deluxe Beach Residence with Lap Pool

Beachfront haven in lush tropical garden offering ultimate privacy. Separate living and dining area, spacious bathroom with rejuvenating jacuzzi bathtub. Pool steps from the beach. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 3 guests315 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access
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On request
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Sunset Beach Residence with Pool

Expansive 1-bedroom beachfront villa with private infinity pool, private beach, separate living and bedroom, massive open-air bathroom and upstairs roof deck. Direct access to private beach not overlooked by neighbouring villas. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 4 guests440 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
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On request
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Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool

Spacious 2-bedroom beachfront villa with large private infinity pool and private beach. Separate living and bedrooms, stairs leading to roof deck. Direct private beach access not overlooked by neighbours. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, free WiFi, in-room safe, bicycles.

Up to 6 guests575 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access2 King Size
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On request
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Deluxe Water Villa with Pool

Perched on wooden stilts over turquoise lagoon. Contemporary-style bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows leading to terrace with inviting infinity pool and sun loungers. Endless ocean views, steps to lagoon. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, surround sound, minibar, Nespresso, free WiFi, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests190 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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Ocean Villa with Pool

Fabulous overwater villa on stilts above the ocean, perfect for honeymooners. Unique glass-floored living room, separate dining area, vast open-plan bedroom, private pool on deck overlooking endless turquoise waters. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, surround sound, minibar, Nespresso, free WiFi, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests290 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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On request
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Two-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Pool

Elevated luxury 2-bedroom overwater villa on wooden stilts. Each bedroom with sitting area and private ensuite bathroom. Spacious living room with dining table opening onto vast deck with private pool. Breathtaking views. Butler service, AC, satellite TV, free WiFi, in-room safe.

Up to 4 guests330 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwater2 King Size
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Signature Beach Residence with Sunrise Pool

Ultra-luxurious 1-bedroom beach residence with opulent Middle Eastern interiors, king-size marble bathtub, handcrafted wooden private deck, private swimming pool and direct beach access. Located at northern point of island for maximum privacy. Personal butler, AC, latest technology, artisan furniture.

Up to 2 guests350 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessUltra-luxurious 1-bedroom beach residence with opulent Middle Eastern interiors, king-size marble bathtub, handcrafted wooden private deck, private swimming pool and direct beach access. Located at northern point of island for maximum privacy. Personal butler, AC, latest technology, artisan furniture.
Rates
On request
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Family favourite
FamiliesLuxury seekers

Grand Beach Residence with Sunrise Pool

Open-plan 3-bedroom ultra-luxury residence with Middle Eastern design and artisan furniture. Large curved private pool with recessed gazebo, expansive wooden deck, direct private beach access. Private outdoor treadmill and exercise bike on deck. Floor-to-ceiling mirror TV. Personal butler service.

Up to 6 guests700 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access3 King Size
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Most spacious
FamiliesLuxury seekers

Sultan Beach Residence with Sunset Pool

Most exclusive villa — 4-bedroom elite private luxury residence. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows, pool with water slide and gazebo, private entrance, indoor gym with state-of-the-art equipment, private steam bath inside villa. 2 king + 2 double beds, all standalone suite with walk-in rain showers. Personal butler service 24/7.

Up to 8 guests1100 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access2 King + 2 Double
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Compare

Compare the villas

A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.

VillaViewPoolSizeAccessBest forRates
Sunset Beach VillaBeachfront—130 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Beach Residence with Plunge PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool215 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Deluxe Sunset Beach Villa with PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool190 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Deluxe Beach Residence with Lap PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool315 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Sunset Beach Residence with PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool440 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool575 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Deluxe Water Villa with PoolLagoon & oceanPrivate pool190 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Ocean Villa with PoolLagoon & oceanPrivate pool290 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Two-Bedroom Ocean Villa with PoolLagoon & oceanPrivate pool330 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Signature Beach Residence with Sunrise PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool350 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Grand Beach Residence with Sunrise PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool700 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Sultan Beach Residence with Sunset PoolBeachfrontPrivate pool1100 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request

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Matheefaru

InternationalÀ la CarteSand-floored oceanfront, overwater private dining pavilions

Meaning "coral reef" in local tongue. Sand-floored oceanfront setting with expansive daily buffet and live cooking. Themed dinner nights under the stars. Two overwater private dining pavilions for romantic evenings.

Smart Casual
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Meeru Bar & Grill

International, Grills, Wood-Fired Pizza, SeafoodGrillPoolside, Beachfront — over stingray and shark waters

Relaxed poolside dining with authentic wood-fired pizzas, succulent meats from Lava Stone Grill, and freshly grilled lobsters. Hideaway Fish Market at lunch — choose daily catch. Dine on deck overlooking stingrays, baby reef sharks below. Nightly entertainment: Movie Under the Stars, Live Music, DJ Nights, Karaoke.

Smart Casual
Signature: Wood-Fired Pizza · Lava Stone Grilled Meats · Fresh Grilled Lobster
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Samsara

Asian Fusion — Thai, Indian, Chinese, JapaneseTeppanyakiOverwater, Open-air terrace above lagoon

Multi-award winning overwater Asian fusion restaurant. Speciality in Indian and Thai cuisine. Romantic open-air terrace above mesmerising blue lagoon. Teppanyaki table experience available. Winner of multiple awards.

Smart Casual
Signature: Indian Specialties · Thai Cuisine · Teppanyaki
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Sunset Pool Café

European, International, Light BitesÀ la CarteInfinity pool, Santorini-inspired white and turquoise décor, ocean views

Breathtaking panoramas from oceanfront infinity pool. Flavour-infused dishes with European influences. White-washed Santorini-style interiors with ocean vistas. Poolside dining while soaking in stunning views.

Smart Casual
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Oasis

International, Fine Dining, World CuisineÀ la CarteLush tropical surroundings, Signature Collection exclusive area

Fine dining experience where flavours from around the world converge. Vibrant salads, succulent grills, tantalizing desserts crafted with meticulous attention. Also exclusive venue for Signature Collection residents.

Smart Casual
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Smart Casual

Bespoke, Any CuisineFine DiningBeach, Overwater Pavilion, Villa Pool, Sandbank

Candlelit dinner under stars, picnic on secluded island, floating breakfast at villa pool, private beach BBQ or seafood feast in overwater dining pavilion. Chefs ready to turn gastronomic dreams into reality.

Read the full Smart Casual guide →

Hideaway Spa

Hideaway Spa

Hideaway Spa at Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa is set within the island's lush vegetation as a quiet sanctuary for rejuvenation and relaxation. The wellness offering combines indulgent spa treatments tailored to guest needs with yoga sessions, meditation classes and personalised wellness programmes, creating a calm garden retreat for couples, families and active travellers after beach, diving or sports days.

Signature treatments
  • Holistic Wellness Treatments
  • Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Personalised Wellness Programmes
  • Beach Massages
View the Hideaway Spa guide →

Hideaway Dive Centre

by PADI CertifiedPADI Open WaterPADI Advanced
Courses
Discover ScubaOpen WaterAdvanced
Marine life
Reef SharksTurtlesEagle RaysStingraysBaby Reef Sharks (visible under Meeru deck)
House reef: Excellent
✓ Equipment rental
Marine

Scuba Diving

PADI certified — pristine Haa Alifu Atoll dive sites

House Reef Snorkelling

Guided snorkelling — 2 excursions included in AI

Sunset Dolphin Safari

Included in All Inclusive plan

Family

Floating Aqua Park

Maldives' first floating aqua park — slides, trampolines over lagoon

Adventure

Jet Ski Tour

15 min complimentary with Honeymoon package

Catamaran Sailing

Unlimited non-motorised watersports on AI

Windsurfing

Unlimited on AI

Water Skiing & Wakeboarding

Professional instructors available

Tennis Coaching

Professional court with coaching

Golf Simulator

Indoor golf simulator

Padel Tennis

Padel court with coaching

Cultural

Utheemu Cultural Tour

20-min boat to Utheemu Palace — birthplace of Sultan Thakurufaanu

Romance

Sandbank Picnic

Private sandbank picnic

Private Beach Dinner

Candlelit dinner — complimentary with Honeymoon package

Beach Cinema

Under stars — complimentary with Family package

Plan your stay

Getting here & good to know

Getting here

Transfer details available on enquiry — ask our team for the best routing from Velana International Airport (MLE).

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Good to know

House reef
Excellent
Board
Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive
Children
Children welcome. Kids under 12 stay and dine free (selected packages). Tender Hearts Kids Club. Complimentary bikes for all villas. On-call doctor 24/7. No pets.
Cancellation
Varies by room type and season. Christmas Gala (24 Dec): USD 250/adult. New Year Gala (31 Dec): USD 450/adult. Children under 6 complimentary for galas. Flight details required 7 days before arrival.
Languages
English, multilingual team
Payment
USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro, American Express, UnionPay
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Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
All-inclusive available
Airport shuttle
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Golf course
Bar
Smoke-free

Where is Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa located?

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa is located in Haa Alifu Atoll. Dhonakulhi Island, Haa Alifu Atoll, 290 km north of Malé, Republic of Maldives

Is Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa located on a private island?

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.

What amenities does Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa offer?

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa offers: Free Wi-Fi, Paid breakfast, Parking, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Room service and more.

What types of villas and rooms does Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa offer?

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa offers 12 accommodation categories, including Sunset Beach Villa, Beach Residence with Plunge Pool, Deluxe Sunset Beach Villa with Pool, Deluxe Beach Residence with Lap Pool, Sunset Beach Residence with Pool, Two-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool and more. Of these, 3 sit over the water and 11 have a private pool.

What are the dining options at Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa?

Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa has 6 restaurants and bars, including Matheefaru, Meeru Bar & Grill, Samsara, Sunset Pool Café, Oasis, Smart Casual. Cuisines span International, International, Grills, Wood-Fired Pizza, Seafood, Asian Fusion — Thai, Indian, Chinese, Japanese, European, International, Light Bites.

Does Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa have a spa?

Yes — Hideaway Beach Resort and Spa features Hideaway Spa (by Hideaway Spa), with signature treatments such as Holistic Wellness Treatments, Yoga, Meditation.

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