Reethi Faru Resort
Baa Atoll reef life, six restaurants, and villas over the lagoon
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An island resort on Filaidhoo
Reethi Faru Resort sits on Filaidhoo island in Baa Atoll, about 159 km from Malé. The resort brands itself as a bio-luxury property with a coral restoration programme. There are 145 villas in total, 44 of them overwater. The on-site house reef — the one the resort is named after — is a documented draw for rays, reef sharks, and turtles. Six restaurants and six bars cover everything from overwater fine dining to a dedicated vegetarian and vegan venue, and a PADI 5-star dive centre handles everything from beginner courses to Nitrox dives.
The honest verdict
A full-service, eco-conscious 5-star resort with serious dive and watersports infrastructure, a wide spread of dining options, and direct house reef access.
Best for
- Divers and snorkellers targeting Baa Atoll marine life
- Couples wanting overwater or pool villas
- Families needing two-bedroom villa configurations
- All-inclusive travellers who want variety on a single island
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers on a tight budget
- Those who prefer a small, low-key property
What a stay costs
Indicative room-only estimate from the lowest nightly rate — excludes airport transfers, taxes and seasonal price changes. Many Maldives properties also require a minimum stay. Check live rates for your dates.
The house reef
The reef the resort is named after runs directly off the island. Rays, reef sharks, and turtles are regular sightings. The PADI 5-star SeaXplorer dive centre runs night dives, Nitrox fills, and full certification courses without leaving the property.
Dining across six venues
Vakaru is the main sea-front buffet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Dhiyavaru sits on stilts over the lagoon and runs 24 hours. Reethi Grill uses a Tandoori oven and wood-fired pizza oven. There is also a dedicated vegetarian and vegan restaurant, Veggie n Vegan.
Six bars, distinct characters
Thari Bar has sunset views and an exclusive gin menu. Haruge Bar runs live music, disco, and quiz nights. Nala Bar is beachside with international cocktails. The Sunset Bar sits at the island's southwest edge specifically for the evening light.
Overwater and pool villas
The 44 overwater villas sit directly above the lagoon with sea views and balconies. The Deluxe Beach Pool Villa category has a private 7x4 metre freshwater pool. Sunset-facing water villas are a separate category for those who want the westward orientation.
Watersports and excursions
The watersports centre covers canoeing, stand-up paddling, sailing, fly-boarding, parasailing, jet ski, catamaran, and fun-tube riding. Guided excursions include sandbank trips, dolphin watching, local island visits, and sunset fishing.
Coconut Spa setting
The Coconut Spa is set inside the resort's coconut grove. It has steam rooms, saunas, and spa tubs. Treatments run from massages and wraps through to Ayurveda packages and facials.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Beach Villa
74 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Attached bathroom
Water Villa
95 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Water Villa Sunset View
95 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Deluxe Beach Pool Villa with One Floating Breakfast
117 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Entire villa
- Private pool
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Pool with a view
Inside Reethi Faru Resort
Amenities at Reethi Faru Resort
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Room service
- 6 restaurants
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Bar
Getting there
Getting to Reethi Faru Resort on Filaidhoo in Raa Atoll means covering about 159 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 50 minutes. The resort books the seaplane with your stay. Seaplanes fly in daylight hours only, so late arrivals may overnight in Malé.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
The island of Filaidhoo is part of Raa Atoll. Raa Atoll is an emerging region with rich, lightly-dived reefs and a mix of resorts and authentic local islands.
Where to eat
- Reethi Grill restaurant 0.16 km
- Veyo Bar bar 0.28 km
- Raalhu Café restaurant 0.28 km
- Huvandhu Garden restaurant 0.32 km
Maldives tours & activities
Excursions you can book for a Maldives stay — manta & whale-shark snorkelling, sandbank picnics, diving and sunset cruises. Availability varies by island; filter by your dates and location on GetYourGuide.
Reethi Faru Resort holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 949 reviews. The property is independently highlighted for its location, and recent guest scores single out the setting as a strength. The resort's Booking.com listing notes a 9.1 location score from recent guests.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Reethi Faru Resort from Malé?
There are two routes. The faster option is a 45-minute seaplane from Malé. Alternatively, take a 20-minute domestic flight to Dharavandhoo airport in Baa Atoll, then a 40-minute speedboat transfer to the resort. Total distance from Malé is approximately 159 km.
Which villa types are available?
The resort has five main room categories: Garden Villa (54 m²), Deluxe Beach Villa (74 m²), Water Villa (95 m²), Water Villa Sunset View (95 m²), and Deluxe Beach Pool Villa (117 m² with private pool). Two-bedroom configurations are also available.
Is there a private pool option?
Yes. The Deluxe Beach Pool Villa has a private 7x4 metre freshwater pool with a lagoon view. The rate for this category includes one floating breakfast.
How many restaurants does Reethi Faru have?
There are six restaurants: Vakaru (sea-front buffet, all meals), Dhiyavaru (overwater, 24 hours), Reethi Grill (open-air, Tandoori and wood-fired pizza), Huvandhu Garden (fine dining), Raalhu Cafe (poolside snacks), and Veggie n Vegan (vegetarian and vegan).
What dining styles and meal plans are available?
The resort operates as a 5-star all-inclusive property. Breakfast options include Continental, Full English/Irish, Halal, Asian, American, and Buffet. The six restaurants cover casual poolside eating through to overwater and fine-dining settings.
Can I dive at the resort, and is the dive centre PADI-accredited?
Yes. The SeaXplorer dive centre on the property is PADI 5-star accredited. It runs reef dives, night dives, Nitrox fills, and certification courses. The house reef — named 'reethi faru' — is directly accessible from the island.
What watersports are available?
The watersports centre runs canoeing, stand-up paddling, sailing, catamaran, fly-boarding, parasailing, jet ski, and fun-tube riding. Guided excursions including dolphin watching, sandbank visits, local island trips, and sunset fishing are also available.
Is Reethi Faru suitable for families?
The resort has family rooms listed as a facility, and two-bedroom villa configurations including a Two Bedroom Garden Villa (146 m²) and a Deluxe Two Bedroom Beach Suite (179 m²). Most villa categories sleep up to three guests with a sofa bed alongside the main bed.
Is there a spa on the property?
Yes. Coconut Spa is set in the resort's coconut grove and has steam rooms, saunas, and spa tubs. Treatments include massages, body wraps, Ayurveda packages, and facials.
What is the price range for rooms?
Garden Villas start from around $159/night. Deluxe Beach Villas start from $292/night. Water Villas from $363/night, Water Villa Sunset View from $386/night, and Deluxe Beach Pool Villas from $418/night.
Does the resort have an eco or sustainability focus?
Reethi Faru brands itself as a 'Bio Luxury Resort' and runs an active coral restoration and conservation programme on the property.
Are there bars with alcohol on the island?
There are six bars: Haruge Bar (live music and quiz nights), Thari Bar (gin menu, sunset views), Nala Bar (beachside cocktails), Sunset Bar (southwest of the island), Veyo Bar (near the infinity pool, smoothies), and Eastside Bar (laid-back beach setting).
Is Reethi Faru a good resort?
Guests rate Reethi Faru Resort 4.6/5 across 949 Google reviews. It suits honeymoons & special occasions, couples wanting a private-island escape. Whether it's worth it depends on your budget — check current rates for your dates.
How many rooms are at Reethi Faru?
Reethi Faru Resort has 5 room types, including the Garden Villa, Deluxe Beach Villa, Water Villa, Water Villa Sunset View.
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