Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Maldives
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
P.O Box 2034, Malé,
South Ari Atoll, Republic of Maldives
www.conradmaldives.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Conrad Hotels & Resorts
Shareholders
Ventive Hospitality
Date of creation
1997
Hotel General Manager
Nick Flynn as General Manager
Hotel Positioning
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is a rare twin island haven in the South Ari Atoll, where year round whale shark sightings, endless horizons, turquoise lagoons, and one of the Maldives’ finest house reefs shape the experience. Home to The Muraka, an iconic submerged luxury residence, and Ithaa, the world’s first undersea restaurant, the resort offers experiences found nowhere else. As a certified PADI Eco Center, it is a haven where nature thrives both above and beneath the waves. Spanning 44 acres of white sand beaches, forested pathways, infinity views, and vibrant lagoons, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island delivers barefoot luxury elevated by world-class wellness, exceptional dining, and intuitive, personalized hospitality in harmony with its natural surroundings.
Development Strategy
Families are welcome throughout our resort. While Rangali-Finolhu accommodates children of all ages, water villas on Rangali Island are designated for guests aged 16 and above. An exception applies to the Two-Bedroom Rangali Ocean Pavilion with Pool, which offers an ideal setting for families travelling with children.
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
History & Story
Set across 2 lush green islands, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island offers a playground full of possibilities and luxury choices for discerning travellers. 150 award-winning villas feature overwater accommodation on a secluded Rangali Island and spacious beach villas spread across the lively Rangalifinolhu Island.
A range of 12 signature dining outlets, two spas and exhilarating watersports are crowning the wide range of exclusive services and facilities at the resort.
Date Renewal
2023 – Beach and Deluxe Beach Villa Renovations
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Home to Ithaa, the world’s first underwater restaurant, offering a one-of-a-kind dining experiences five meters below the Indian Ocean’s surface.
Creator of The Muraka, the world’s first two-level residence with a master bedroom submerged beneath the sea; an engineering and design marvel.
Year-round Whale Shark sightings in the South Ari Atoll where you can swim with these gentle giants in their own habitat.
A certified PADI eco center, embracing our committment to the ocean at one of the Maldives’s natural islands. Safeguarding thriving reeefs through immersive education and active coral restoration for a truly meaningful voyage.
Location
Nestled in the South Ari Atoll, our secluded haven is accessible via a scenic 30 minute seaplane flight or a short domestic flight followed by a speedboat transfer. Your arrival is curated to be as seamless as the panoramic horizon itself, subject to availability and weather conditions.
Key sites/activities in the area
• Year-round Whale Shark Sightings in the South Ari Atoll
• Dine at Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
• Manta Ray spotting on the main bridge, as you walk across the twin islands spot eagle or manta rays along the way.
• Over 15 amazing dive spots around the resort
• Guided House Reef Snorkeling
• Adopt and plant a coral
• Complimentary Tennis Court rental for an hour daily
• Run around and across two islands with our jogging map
Fun Facts
* The resort is an island of many firsts, from the first bridge to connect two islands in the Maldives, to the first underwater restaurant and underwater villa in the world. It’s an island of history and innovation.
* We harvest fresh lettuce, mint, basil, chili, and cucumber daily from our lush on island hydroponic greenhouse
* We plant new banana saplings monthly to reach our target of supplying 50% of the resort’s consumption
Children’s Corner
Majaa Explorers Hub is a vibrant paradise for guests aged 3 to 11 years old. We combine learning with play to create a space where imaginations can run wild under the care of our attentive team. Includes thrilling outdoor splash park and personalized babysitting services.
Furaavaru teens club offers adolescents aged 12 to 16 their own sense of freedom. It is a place to forge new friendships and enjoy experiences tailored to their independence. Includes thrilling water sports and ocean adventures, marine biology and nature conservation projects, cultural discoveries with local community artists, and an exclusive hub for relaxation and connection.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
15 Villa Categories
• Number of Beach Villas: 90
• Number of Water Villas: 60
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 151 (including The Muraka)
Restaurants & Bars
Pioneers in the world of gastronomy, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is home to award-winning restaurants and Ithaa, the world’s first undersea dining experience. Enhance your stay with private dining, intuitive service, and our unwavering dedication to crafting moments that linger long after the final course.
Ithaa Undersea Restaurant – Five meters beneath the Indian Ocean, Ithaa dissolves the boundary between dining and dreaming. Schools of reef fish drift past curved acrylic walls as flavors unfold on your palate, each course a conversation between the kitchen’s artistry and the sea’s living theater. A meal not just eaten, but felt.
KOKO Grill – Perched where ocean meets sky, Koko’s long teppan bar frames theatrical culinary performance. Flames dance, steel sings, each ingredient transformed before your eyes as chefs craft their art with precision and flair. The water’s edge meets your sightline perfectly, a quiet testament to our devotion to detail.
Aaraha Champagne Bar – Aaraha, translating to « new taste » and « calm waters » in Dhivehi, sits elegantly above the Indian Ocean. As the first note of the night, this sophisticated venue pairs panoramic sunset views with exceptional bubbles. It is where the evening takes its first confident step.
Ufaa by Jereme Leung – On Rangali Finolhu’s tranquil shore, Ufaa, meaning « happiness » in Dhivehi, blends Chinese culinary artistry with Maldivian serenity. Sizzling woks harmonize with ocean breezes while fragrant teas steep as the sun melts into watercolor horizons. Bold ancestral flavors find new expression against a canvas of salt air and fading light.
Sunset Grill – As the sun descends toward the horizon, Sunset Grill offers the perfect vantage point for the Maldives’ most breathtaking spectacle. Premium cuts and fresh seafood sizzle over open flames while the sky transforms into a canvas of amber and rose. An evening ritual where exceptional grilling meets nature’s nightly masterpiece.
Vilu Restaurant & Bar – Where the lagoon meets the softening light of dusk, Vilu presents Italian inspired cuisine reimagined for island life. Linger over refined plates designed to share, as Mediterranean influences mingle with lapping waves. From morning pastries to evening aperitivos, the experience flows as naturally as the Maldivian tide.
Mandhoo Restaurant – Suspended over crystalline waters, Mandhoo celebrates the earth’s natural abundance through inventive plant forward cuisine. Sustainably grown produce transforms into vibrant compositions, each plate a meditation on color, texture, and vitality. The gentle lap of waves beneath provides the soundtrack as nourishing flavors awaken body and mind.
The Wine Cellar – Descend two meters underground, a first for the Maldives, where 18,000 bottles and up to 800 labels slumber in perfect stillness. Here, a six course degustation unfolds, paired with seven hand selected wines and one champagne, each match orchestrated by our Chef de Cuisine and Head Sommelier.
Atoll Market – The resort’s vibrant culinary crossroads, Atoll Market invites you on a global journey without leaving the island. Live cooking stations bring diverse cuisines to life, from Asian delicacies to Western classics, while the open air setting frames each meal with lagoon breezes and the easy rhythm of Maldivian mornings and evenings.
Rangali Bar – The relaxed social heart of the resort, Rangali Bar gathers guests where the main pool dissolves into lagoon views. Sink your feet into sand-textured floors as afternoon melts into evening over thoughtfully crafted cocktails and easy conversation, perfectly positioned to watch the sky shift from blue to gold.
Cheese & Wine Bar – The Maldives’ only purpose-designed cheese and wine room invites you to slip off your shoes and feel black volcanic sand between your toes. A curated collection of the world’s finest artisanal cheeses finds its match in carefully chosen wines, each pairing a small, unhurried revelation.
Quiet Zone – For those who seek stillness, this adults-only retreat offers respite wrapped in soft music and ocean whispers. Settle into cushioned daybeds as the beach stretches undisturbed before you. Whether you choose to sip, dine, or simply be, The Quiet Zone honors the art of doing nothing beautifully.
In-Villa Dining – The luxury of privacy meets the pleasure of exceptional cuisine, delivered directly to your private abode. Whether a leisurely breakfast on your sundeck, a romantic dinner by your private pool, or a midnight indulgence under the stars, our chefs bring the full breadth of our kitchens to your doorstep.
Destination Dining – Take al fresco dining to a higher level with our one-of-a-kind beach events. Indulge in the company of one another with private dining, or take part in our lively dinners right on the beach.
Wellness
24-HOURS Fitness Centre with private yoga studio
An outdoor Yoga Pavilion
SPA RETREAT – Located 100 meters off of the tip of Rangalifinolhu Island, The Spa Retreat offers a holistic and locally inspired experience which is aimed at relaxing the mind, body and soul.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Whether marking a new chapter or honoring a timeless bond, our Paradise Curators weave the pristine beauty of the Maldives into every detail of your gathering. Experience the freedom of our two islands as we craft a celebration that reflects your unique story.
Extra Notable Features
• 24-hour Fitness Center on both islands
• Yoga Pavilion
• The Spa Retreat
• Dive Center & Water Sports Center
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2025
• T+L LUXURY AWARDS ASIA PACIFIC 2025 – Top 10 – Best Resort Pools
• T+L LUXURY AWARDS ASIA PACIFIC 2025-Top 10 – Best House Reef
• FORBES TRAVEL GUIDE – Forbes Travel Guide Four Star Award, 2025
• TRIPADVISOR TRAVELER’S CHOICE AWARDS BEST OF THE BEST 2025-Ithaa Underwater Restaurant is among the top 1% of the best restaurants worldwide.
• PADI ECO CENTER CERTIFICATION-PADI ECO Center Certification July2025
• WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS 2025-Indian Ocean’s Leading Hotel 2025
• MALDIVES TOURISM AWARDS 2025-Outstanding Contribution to HR Development Award
• TOP 100 RESTAURANTS OF THE WORLD 2025 AWARD-Ithaa Underwater Gem – August 2025
• GREAT PLACE TO WORK 2025-2026-Great Place to Work May 2025
• TRAVEL+LEISURE 500 LIST-Conrad Maldives Rangali Island has been included in this 2025 Travel+Leisure 500 list
• DESTINASIAN’S ANNUAL 18TH READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS 2025-Top 10 Best Hotels in Maldives (#8)
• ELITE SUITES 2025-The Muraka – Top 100 spot in Elite Suites 2025
• 2025 ORGANIC SPA WELLNESS TRAVEL AWARDS-Best Outdoor / Nature
Number of employees
600