Couples
Beach Villa
138 sqm villa with lush garden and direct beach access, furnished terrace with ocean views, king bed and open-air rain shower
Up to 2 guests138 m²OceanDirect beach accessKing
Rates
On request
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GAAFU ALIFU ATOLL · MALDIVES
Resort5-StarLuxury
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
Gaafu Alifu Atoll
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
- Bed & Breakfast
- Domestic Flight
- House reef
Net B2B rates on agent login
The resort
About The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
Located on the private island of Falhumaafushi in the Maldives, The Residence Maldives is a 5-star twin-island resort. The property features 94 villas, including overwater options, and offers a range of meal plans from Bed & Breakfast to All Inclusive. The transfer involves a 75-minute domestic flight followed by a 30-minute speedboat journey. Guests can dine at three restaurants, including a buffet venue with live cooking stations, and the Falhumaa restaurant is noted for its sea views. The resort’s 4.5-hectare island is surrounded by an excellent house reef, accessible directly from villas and the beach, with resident sharks, turtles, and vibrant coral. With a 4.8/5 rating from 575 reviews, the resort is distinguished by its spacious villas, acclaimed spa, and its combination of luxury experiences suitable for families, honeymooners, and diving enthusiasts.
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Why we love it
Why we love this resort
Located on the private island of Falhumaafushi in the Maldives, The Residence Maldives is a 5-star twin-island resort. The property features 94 villas, including overwater options, and offers a range of meal plans from Bed & Breakfast to All Inclusive.
- House reef: Excellent house reef with resident sharks, turtles, and vibrant coral; accessible directly from overwater villa decks and the beach
Best for
Adults onlyDivers & surfersFamiliesHoneymooners
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.
CouplesPrivacy seekers
Beach Pool Villa
One of just six Beach Pool Villas, this beachfront retreat offers 85 sqm of interior living space opening onto a private terrace and a six-metre plunge pool. A generous living room and king bedroom frame uninterrupted ocean views, while a short step leads straight onto the sand. The villa sleeps two, with room for an additional child.
Up to 2 guests85 m²OceanPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing
Rates
On request
Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers
Deluxe Water Pool Villa
This overwater villa sits among just four in a secluded reach of the resort, reached along the jetty over the house-reef lagoon. An oversized living room opens to a private verandah and a personal swimming pool measuring six by two-and-a-half metres, while a king bed faces the water and the reef life shifting beneath the deck.
Up to 2 guestsLagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing
Rates
On request
Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers
Sunset Water Villa
A one-bedroom overwater villa set on the sunset side of the lagoon, where a private verandah and pool open straight onto the water and steps lead down into the shallows. Inside, a king-bedded sleeping area sits alongside a separate living room, and a dedicated butler attends throughout the stay. Designed for two.
Up to 2 guestsSunsetPrivate poolOverwaterKing
Rates
On request
Most spacious
HoneymoonersFamiliesLuxury seekers
Family Water Pool Villa
273 sqm spacious overwater family villa with private pool, multiple bedrooms, ideal for families or groups
Up to 4 guests144 m²SunsetPrivate poolOverwaterKing + Twin
Rates
On request
Compare
Compare the villas
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
| Villa | View | Pool | Size | Access | Best for | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Villa | Ocean | — | 138 m² | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Beach Pool Villa | Ocean | Private pool | 85 m² | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Deluxe Water Pool Villa | Lagoon & ocean | Private pool | — | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
| Sunset Water Villa | Sunset | Private pool | — | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
| Family Water Pool Villa | Sunset | Private pool | 144 m² | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
Net B2B rates available on agent login.
The Dining Room
InternationalBuffet & À la carte
The resort's main restaurant serving expansive international buffet breakfasts and refined à la carte dinners with ocean views
The Sunset Grill
Grills & SeafoodÀ la carte
Beachside grill specialising in fresh seafood and prime cuts, with stunning sunset views over the Indian Ocean
Falhumaa
InternationalFine Dining
Signature overwater fine-dining restaurant offering curated international cuisine with panoramic lagoon views and a romantic atmosphere
Plan your stay
Getting here & good to know
Getting here
Domestic Flight75 min
Speedboat30 min
Satellite view
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi · Gaafu Alifu Atoll
Good to know
- House reef
- Excellent house reef with resident sharks, turtles, and vibrant coral; accessible directly from overwater villa decks and the beach
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 → 12:00
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive
- Children
- Children welcome; resort has dedicated family island section and adults-only section connected by jetty
Concierge
Ask our Maldives expert
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushiroom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
Replies within hours, 7 days a week.
Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Pet-friendly
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
All-inclusive available
Airport shuttle
Spa
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free
How much does a night at The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi cost?
Prices at The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi start from $621 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
Where is The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi located?
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi is located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Falhumaafushi, Maldives
Is The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi located on a private island?
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
What amenities does The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi offer?
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi offers: Free Wi-Fi, Paid breakfast, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Business center, Beach access, Room service and more.
What types of villas and rooms does The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi offer?
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi offers 5 accommodation categories, including Beach Villa, Beach Pool Villa, Deluxe Water Pool Villa, Sunset Water Villa, Family Water Pool Villa. Of these, 3 sit over the water and 4 have a private pool.
What are the dining options at The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi?
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi has 3 restaurants and bars, including The Dining Room, The Sunset Grill, Falhumaa. Cuisines span International, Grills & Seafood.
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