There is a place in a far blue ocean of wonderful beauty. A jewel among a string of coral atolls, lagoons and white sands. The experience is privacy, warmth and moments of magic – a promise of utter contentment fulfilled. This is One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah.

Surrounded by the wonders of the crystal blue ocean, this superb new all-villa resort offers an unrivalled level of style, choice and personalised exploration. Sleek and spectacular, with unprecedented privacy, One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah inspires extraordinary journeys for the soul.

Set on one of the largest islands in North Male' Atoll, adorned with endless white sand coves and turquoise bays, all villas enjoy beautiful ocean views and direct access to the lagoon. One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah offers the ultimate holiday experience to those seeking the pinnacle of tropical luxury. Nowhere else in the Maldives is there a resort with this much space and exclusivity.

Accommodation

One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah is home to 130 private villas discreetly placed along the shore – with 98 Beach Villas secluded by lush tropical greenery, and 32 Water Villas set above the clear, protected waters of the lagoon. Among the largest resort villas in the world, each is detached, expansive and equally luxurious.

Designed with a contemporary elegance, their stylish feel is combined with a diverse Asian influence, blending clean lines with skilful use of natural materials such as coconut shell, sea grass, silk, rattan, teak, mahogany, terrazzo and thatch. Generous exterior spaces range from beach verandas to private swimming pools and large over-water decks.

Each attended by a personal Villa Host, the freestanding villas feature the latest technologies and are designed with high airy ceilings complemented by bamboo arches, their spaciousness allowing for a variety of personal entertainment and dining options.

Services include:

• 24-hour dedicated Villa Host
• Unlimited use of resort's electric buggy service
• Welcome beverage
• Fresh fruit, delivered daily
• Villa dining
• Twice daily maid service
• Comfort menu

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Amenities include:

• Flat-screen LCD interactive televisions with
• Satellite channels, CD and DVD players
• Surround sound audio system
• High-speed broadband Internet access
• Espresso- and tea-making machines
• 30cm Sealy Posturepedic mattress and
• 300 thread-count Egyptian cotton linens
• Pillow menu
• Terrace sun bed
• Double bathroom and dressing areas
• Over-sized terrazzo bath
• Choice of plush bathrobes
• Hairdryer
• Personal safe

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Occupying their own stretch of sandy shore, these villas afford direct views of the ocean and access to a private beach. Decor is sleek with clean lines, a perfect foil for the tropical wood and thatch exteriors. Large verandas with picturesque outdoor seating areas and sun bed, external showers for after sun refreshment, and comfortable, spacious interiors provide for an indulgent getaway.

Enjoy direct views of the ocean and private stretch of beach from the bed and two-sided shaded veranda, with outside table, seating area and sun bed.

Available with one King-size or two Queen-size beds; opulent living space with entertainment area; shaded veranda; over-sized terrazzo bath, walk-in rain and jet shower and twin vanity sinks in bathroom.

A private outdoor pool (measuring 21m2/69ft2) shaded by tropical trees and stretching towards the ocean adds to the allure of the Beach Villas.

Available with one King-size bed (select villas also feature a single divan); opulent living space with entertainment area; shaded veranda; private swimming pool; over-sized terrazzo bath, walk-in rain and jet shower and twin vanity sinks in bathroom.

An ideal family option, these villas feature one King-size bed villa and a villa with two Queen-size beds plus divan (accommodating up to four small children and a nanny, or a couple with three older children). The two freestanding villas are linked by a path screened by lush vegetation, making it possible to use them separately.

One King-size bed villa and a villa with two Queen-size beds plus divan (accommodating up to four small children and a nanny, or a couple with three older children); opulent living space with entertainment area; shaded veranda; private swimming pool; over-sized terrazzo bath, walk-in rain and jet shower and twin vanity sinks in bathroom.

The largest villas at the resort, Grand Beach Villas are hidden amidst tropical foliage with private access to the lagoon and beach. With an astounding interior space, the villas offer one or two bedrooms, separate dining and sitting room, and a spacious bathroom with a luxurious bath for two with walk-in rain and jet shower. Shady verandas provide a generous outdoor seating area, a private 25m2 (82ft2) pool, and canopied day bed.

One or two bedrooms (one-bedroom villas feature a King-size bed and divan, two-bedroom villas offer two Queen-size beds), separate dining and sitting room, shaded verandas, generous outdoor seating area, private pool, spacious bathroom with luxurious bath for two with walk-in rain and jet shower.

Situated above the crystalline waters of the lagoon, Water Villas are connected by walkways from secluded points on the island. A truly sublime retreat, these villas feature outdoor covered terraces on stilts and split-level verandas with steps into the ocean. Please be advised that due to Maldivian law, and for the safety of all our guests, children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the Water Villas.

Water Villa (Interior space: 79m2/850ft2; outdoor covered terraces: 39m2/420ft2; split level decks: 31m2/334ft2)

These villas are the same size as the Beach Villas, and feature netted wraparound hammocks suspended over the water on the outer rim of the deck allowing for breezy sunbathing or relaxing stargazing.

Available with one King-size or two Queen-size beds w/ single divan; opulent living space with entertainment area; shaded veranda; over-sized terrazzo bath, walk-in rain and jet shower and twin vanity sinks in bathroom.

Perched majestically on sturdy platforms above the lagoon, these westward-facing villas offer stunning views of dazzling Maldivian sunsets. Surrounded by chic decking, each offers wraparound over water hammocks, platforms for sun beds, a 20m2 (215ft2) private pool, and covered outdoor dining and seating.

One-bedroom villas feature a King-size bed and divan, separate dining and sitting room, shaded verandas, generous outdoor terrace, private pool, spacious bathroom with luxurious bath for two with walk-in rain and jet shower.

Spots & Activities

Land sports

The resort is always buzzing with the energy of island life, and there are dozens of activities to choose from every day. Excitement is just beyond the doorstep of each villa with beach volleyball, football, Pétanque and croquet. Bicycling and jogging are great ways to explore the island's 44 hectares.

Water sports

Acclaimed for its rare underwater beauty and Technicolor coral reefs, the Maldives is home to some of the world's best snorkelling and dive sites… many guests visit simply to explore the amazing tropical wonders of the Indian Ocean . Embark on a dolphin-watching expedition, glide over crystalline waters on a catamaran, or soar into the sky on a parasailing adventure. Other water sports on offer include banana tube rides, canoeing, kayaking, water-skiing and windsurfing. Enjoy island hopping and cocktail cruises or set out on a big game deep-sea fishing excursion.

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In thatched pavilions over water… or on Arabian carpets in the sand… guests enjoy a level of service and culinary creativity that is unsurpassed in tropical island resorts. With an eye towards perfection, the resort features its own organic Chef's Garden, and speciality items such as Kobe beef and toro from Japan are shipped in twice a week. At One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah, island chic is the keynote for evenings, and the innovative and fresh cuisine is prepared with passion and flair.

Located in a secluded area of the resort with expansive relaxation lawns and manicured gardens, One & Only Spa commands an impressive space of 9,500m2 (102,250ft2) with spectacular views of the ocean.

Natural and healing therapies are provided in eight luxurious treatment villas, each nestled beneath its own thatched roof and uniquely designed to form a soothing natural environment with exquisite finishes of Batu Chandi stone surrounding the terrace platform. Two over-water double treatment suites are an enticing retreat for couples. Customized treatments are based on Ayurvedic traditions infused with western luxuries.

It is an all-encompassing experience with swirling vitality pools, crystal steam rooms, saunas and stimulating ice fountains. Lifestyle showers create a refreshing burst of tropical rain, and healthy spa cuisine and beach-side relaxation pavilions complete the journey.

One & Only Maldives at Reethi Rah is just 35km (22 miles) from the airport at Male', the capital of the Maldives . A 50-minute luxury launch aboard the One & Only yacht brings guests directly to the resort located on one of the largest islands in North Malé Atoll.