Fringed a stunningly beautiful unspoiled lagoon, the 18-hectares island of
Landaa Giraavaru has been chosen as the new home of the second Four Seasons
Resort in the Maldives. Facilities are superb, with an Ayruvedic spa village, a
Padi dive-school where dive computers and dive locaters are issued as standard,
separate clubs for children and teenagers, three swimming pools to suit every
mood and a choice of restaurants that showcase a selection of world cuisines. An
oasis of peace and pampering luxury, Landaa Giraavaru is set in the remote and
untouched Baa Atoll, reached by a 30-minute seaplane flight from Malé.
Welcome to Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru. A scenic sea-plane
ride from Malé Airport, this verdant, beach-fringed coral island embraces both
idyllic, away-from-it-all retreat and sophisticated pleasures on land and water
- from genuine ayurvedic healing in the spa to splashing, sailing or diving in
the jewel-like Indian Ocean and Maldives' most pristine lagoon
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Beach Bungalow with Pool
The entry level of accommodation is the Beach Bungalow which comprises a living
and dining pavilion that opens onto a private beachfront garden and a sleeping
pavilion with a lounge area and dressing room.
Beach Villa with Pool
A turquoise gate with traditional Maldivian style coral walls leads into the
private compound of the spacious Beach Villa which comprises a sleeping
pavilion, indoor living area, dressing area and luxuriously appointed bathroom
with outdoor shower. The highlight of the Beach Villa is a 12 metre lap pool
coupled with an adjacent sand-floor outdoor living and dining pavilion.
Royal Beach Villa
A suite of palatial proportions, the two-bedroom Royal Beach Villa consists of a
Master pavilion with indoor and outdoor bathroom, a living and dining pavilion,
with kitchenette and butler's room and a separate guest pavilion. The extensive
exterior has a 20 metre lap pool extending along - yet shaded from - the beach,
an open dining area over the water, beach-side Bale, private massage area and a
spacious sundeck.
Water Villa
Located along the jetty, the Water Villas are positioned to offer views of the
sunrise or sunset. Its interiors comprise a bedroom and adjacent lounge,
dressing area and bathroom with outdoor shower. The outdoor deck has a separate
dining area and lounge, sea-level shower deck and a sea-gazing loft accessible
via a spiral staircase
Koimala Land and Ocean Villa
A villa concept that is a Maldivian first, the Koimala Land and Ocean Villa
combine the dual attraction of accommodation based on both land and water. The
twobedroom villa consists of land-based pavilion with private beach access,
alfresco living and dining area, library/ guest room, kitchenette and butler's
room.
Dining
Café Landaa : The all-day dining restaurant, Café Landaa, overlooks the
swimming pool and beach and comprises three thatched
pavilions separated by reflecting ponds, and a separate private dining room. For
breakfast, guests can look forward to exotic fruits and juices, freshly baked
pastries and a home-style buffet set-up of Asian and Continental selections. For
lunch and dinner, feast on the freshest haul from the ocean cooked in various
interesting styles. The Sushi and Teppanyaki counter, located in a dramatic
water garden setting of the restaurant, provides an authentic Japanese dining
experience. The popular theme nights marry a culinary experience with colourful
entertainment.
Al Barakat : Adjacent to the main jetty and spectacularly perched over
water, Al Barakat features specialities from Arabia, with an emphasis on
Moroccan and Lebanese cuisine. The Bar on the ground floor overlooks the sea
with magnificent views of the sunset and abundant marine life at the adjacent
coral reef. It is the perfect place for pre-dinner drinks. A stairway leads to
two rooftop dining terraces with cosy niches decked with colourful cushions.
Lebanese mezze, grills, Moroccan couscous platters and stews are served under a
canopy of stars. After dessert, guests can move down to the bar to enjoy Arabic
tea, Turkish coffee and Shisha pipes.
Other Services
In-Villa Service: Breakfast, lunch, dinner or between-meal snacks are
served in each villa's dining area, overlooking the lagoon. The menu is
available 24 hours and can cater to any request, from a sunrise champagne
breakfast to a romantic beach and sandbank candlelight dinner to a Robinson
Crusoe picnic
Diving: Maldives is known internationally as one of the world's best dive
destinations. A large number of excellent dive sites are located within minutes
of the Resort. As the Baa Atoll is relatively undeveloped, most dive sites are
newly discovered by the Resort's dive team. There is a host of untouched sites
to explore in the area. The Resort operates its own PADI licensed Dive Centre
which boasts a team of experienced, multi-lingual diving instructors who conduct
courses to improve diving knowledge and skill. International certification is
issued by arrangement with PADI. The Dive Centre is also fully equipped with
both Nitrox and Air facilities.
Landaa Spa and Ayurvedic Retreat : Situated at the heart of the island
and stretching to the sea, the Landaa Spa complex comprises 10 thatched
treatment pavilions. Four of the pavilions are built over water, three are set
in a lush garden environment and three are located in the Ayurvedic Retreat. The
Spa is a resort in itself, providing a comprehensive approach to physical,
spiritual and mental wellbeing, with a special emphasis on Yoga and Ayurveda.
Villa Features and Amenities
All villas are equipped with high-speed internet access, digital telephone
lines, 42 inch plasma TV and DVD entertainment system. Deluxe bathroom amenities
include thick, absorbent towels, make-up/ shaving mirror, hair dryer, pure
cotton robes and slippers, and superior quality bath toiletries. In-room safes
provide secure storage for personal valuables. Crisp 100% cotton bed sheets, air
conditioning, overhead fans, and refreshments from the private bar add to the
feeling of cool comfort in every bungalow
Facilities
Ayurveda spa - Yoga pavilion - Padi dive school - Italian, Arabian, seafood
barbeque -Complimentary non-motorised watersports - Three swimming pools -
Library, pool table - 24-hour in-room dining, Meeting Facilities, Marine
Research Centre, Health Club, |
