LUXURY ISLAND SPA RESORT		Rating :
	Location : North Malé Atoll Distance from airport: 25 km Speedboat Transfer: 30 minutes No of rooms : 44

Huvafen Fushi located on the North Malé Atoll in the Maldives is a breathtaking 30 minute luxury speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. On arrival, after being greeted by your ‘Thakuru’ or Maldivian Butler, a quick cruise skimming across the azure Indian Ocean will prepare you for a magnificently sensual escape into paradise.

Resort Concept & Philosophy

Set within its very own lagoon, Huvafen Fushi is a naturalist’s wonderland where the stunning environment – above and below the waterline – is an attraction in itself. Managing company Per Aquum is dedicated to delivering an experience beyond each guest’s wildest dreams while remaining dedicated to the sustainable development of the resources of the Maldives.

Resort Facilities and Services

Yoga Pavilion Lonu Veyo – outdoor saltwater floatation pool Azure sparkling lagoon, pristine beaches & private sandbank Over water fully-equipped gymnasium SCUBA Diving – PADI certified Water sports centre – complimentary non-motorised water sports Fibre-optic lit infinity swimming pool ‘The Lair’ – Library/Television/Internet facilities/CD & DVD Library Full range of excursions including sunset fishing on traditional Dhoni, big game fishing, sandbank snorkelling

24-Hour Island assistance ‘Thakuru’ – Butler service Multilingual staff Island Doctor on call Island Sommelier 24-Hour bungalow dining IDD Telephone service Laundry/Valet service Foreign currency exchange All major credit cards accepted

Accommodation

Huvafen Fushi offers guests 43 ‘naturally modern’ bungalows and pavilions, each room type showcasing its own distinctive design. All equipped with air-conditioning, oversized beds, Frette linen and their very own private oasis with a freshwater pool.

8 Beach Bungalows with Plunge Pool [8] – 125 sqm

Facing the pristine lagoon with direct access to the beach, the Beach Bungalows offer overhead fan, espresso machine, private bar, Culti amenities, daybed, safe, IDD telephone – Bang & Olufsen cordless telephone, 32″ plasma screen, Bose surround sound system with DVD and connected iPods. A sumptuous deck overlooking the beach with daybed and dining table. The private courtyard houses an oversized bath, fresh water plunge pool,waterfall shower and outdoor daybed.

8 Deluxe Beach Bungalows with Plunge Pool [8] – 160 sqm

In addition to the Beach Bungalows, the Deluxe Beach Bungalows have a much larger outdoor living area. The front timber deck is ideal for lying back and watching the flying fish. Laze on your daybed or sun loungers while enjoying the tropical scenery. Out in your private courtyard a larger plunge pool is perfect for relaxing while keeping cool. These bungalows offer extremely spacious living with an array of exquisite fabrics and an even more selective range of designer furnishings.

1 Beach Pavilion with Private Pool [1] – 800 sqm

The Beach Pavilion is pure indulgence with its avant-garde design and private beach. The master bedroom on the upper floor offers views through your glass floor down to the infinity pool as well as straight out through your floor-to-ceiling glass window on to the lagoon. Venture down a stairwell to your outdoor oasis with open-air shower and gardens including your oversized bath. The second bedroom has its own indoor/outdoor bathroom with rainfall shower and separate outdoor deck. The dining room overlooks the entry ponds. An expansive fibre-optic lit mood pool flows from inside the Pavilion out. A central living area offers a Bose surround sound theatre system with 60″ plasma screen and DVD, designer fittings and unlimited luxuries all great to get you in the mood. A ‘Thakuru’, or personal butler, is on call 24 hours a day throughout your stay.

12 Lagoon Bungalows with Plunge Pool [12] – 130 sqm

These Bungalows with their split-level layout lead into the tropical waters and feature a private deck with sala and a separate sunbathing deck with panoramic views. Your Bose surround sound system with its 40″ plasma screen has speakers throughout. Listen to your favourite tunes in your freshwater pool or in your free-standing bath cantilevered over the Indian Ocean.

12 Ocean Bungalows with Plunge Pool [12] – 160 sqm

The aptly named Ocean Bungalows look out to miles and miles of the Indian Ocean. Explore your three-tier deck to find a freshwater infinity pool, dining area, alluring daybed and sunbathing terrace. The living room is easily transformed from state of the art theatrette to a soothing massage room with glass floors to view the pristine waters below. Post massage, lose yourself in your oversized Jacuzzi and gaze at the endless shades of blue stretching toward the horizon.

2 Ocean Pavilions with Private Pool [2] – 330 sqm

A further 200 metres out in the Indian Ocean, these stunning Pavilions face the sunset and are the last word in pampered luxury. Privacy is assured as access to these wooden walkways is only for Pavilion residents. Your private fibre-optic lit infinity pool blends naturally with the horizon. The master bedroom is open plan, while an infinity edge Kohler bath that fills from the ceiling forms the centrepiece. A second bedroom with 32″ plasma and direct access to its own outdoor deck completes each Pavilion. A dedicated Thakuru is on call 24 hours.

DINE & IMBIBE

With fresh produce from around the world flown in daily, the master chef and her team deliver temptation at every turn with flavourful and healthy cuisine in stunning settings. “Destination Dining” in secluded areas of the island and beyond, is a must for couples.

Restaurants and bars

Celsius – Open and easy, outdoor or indoor, Celsius brings a luxe-but-laid-back attitude to dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Branching out over the lagoon with a white sand floored deck, delivering the finest gastro sensations.

UMbar – Perched on the water’s edge looking over the breathtaking infinity pool is UMbar for splendid designer cocktails.

Raw – Innovative ‘Spa’ and ‘Raw’ cuisine and a juice bar at its finest. Fabulous fare for those who care about their bodies, yet crave exquisite taste.

Salt – An ultimate dining experience over water. In the open kitchen, the menus are inspired by the array of sea life that swims beneath you. Savour the finest seafood under the skies in your private dining cove.

Vinum – An unsurpassed selection of wines from the Old and New Worlds. Fine classics, rare vintages and unknown gems. Dine with the Island Chief at the ‘Round Table’ and awaken your senses as the Island Sommelier takes you on a journey of all things vinum.

In Bungalow Dining – For those who like the utmost intimacy and escapism, why not dine in? Available 24 hours a day.

Fogliani’s – Enjoy traditional wood-fired pizzas under a canopy of coconut trees by the shore.

Destination Dining – Private dining experiences available nowhere else. Beneath the stars in the boudoir chic Cardamom Lounge. Gourmélicious, a simple picnic experience Huvafen style. On The Rock, surrounded by flames on the edge of an ocean reef, with an exclusively-designed menu. In the shallows of the infinity pool between the stars overhead and the pool’s fibre optic lights.

LIME

The world’s first underwater spa is influenced by the colours and textures of the sea. Soothing architecture with cutting-edge spa technology. Embrace the essence of the Maldives, ask about the Unite Me – Crystal Ritual. Exclusively Huvafen.

‘Sublime’ allows spa guests to relax pre-treatment with a variety of hot and cold water therapies. Spa facilities include 4 single treatment rooms, 2 couples treatment rooms and 2 couples underwater treatment rooms. Lasting rejuvenation through massage, body exotics, facial treatments, yoga, fitness programmes, spa cuisine and personalised programmes for total wellness.

Check-in time is 2:00pm. On arrival and departure your Airport Host will be at hand to ensure that everything runs smoothly. Check-out time is 12:00 pm.

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