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Overview

Escape to a secluded beachside haven at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah, where swaying palm trees and encompassing azure waters create the perfect island retreat. The surrounding waters of the luxury family resort are alive with a vibrant marine life, where families can enjoy exhilarating diving and snorkelling adventures.

Savour authentic Mediterranean, Cantonese, and Indian Ocean flavours at the hotel’s three exquisite restaurants (or hop to sister Falhumaafushi island for more dining options). Enjoy the bliss of pampering yourself with holistic wellness treatments at the resort's The Spa by Clarins. The Kid's Club is an oasis of fun with plenty of playground equipment and activities for children. For relaxation, the rooms have a private pool, and there's also a large infinity pool at the Beach Club.

For seamless transfers, domestic and international flights, along with speedboat transfers, are included in the deal. Besides, your holiday includes the use of various complimentary amenities, including non-motorised water sports, snorkelling equipment, a gymnasium, and bicycles, for endless fun.

Call us on 02030237776 or share your details on our enquiry form to book this holiday deal.

Note: our holiday tours come with ATOL protection along with additional security thanks to our ABTA membership.

What's Included

  • Summer Offer (Till 15 Sep'26)
  • 2026, 2027 & 2028 bookings on SALE now
  • Minimum deposit starts from only £199pp
  • Return flights from London
  • Return Domestic Flight + Speedboat Transfer
  • 7 Nights stay at 5* The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah
  • Sunrise Beach Pool Villa
  • Standard All Inclusive
  • Book High Season dates at Low Season rates & Festive Season dates at High Season rates
  • Family Offer Up to 2 children below 15.99yrs old enjoy a complimentary meal plan upgrade to Standard-All-Inclusive
  • Complimentary return Domestic Flight + Speedboat transfers (Until 31st March 2027)
  • Complimentary upgrade to Lagoon Pool Villa (Until 31st March 2027)
  • Complimentary use of gymnasium
  • Complimentary bicycles to explore the resort
  • Complimentary snorkeling equipment for use throughout the stay
  • Complimentary use of non-motorized water sport (excluding lessons)
  • Complimentary yoga class; Sunrise or Sunset (based on scheduled classes and available on sign up while in the resort)

Prices

Contact Us For Prices
0203 023 7776

2026

Jul

£2,429

Jul

£4,079

Aug

£2,569

Aug

£4,569

Sep

£2,319

Sep

£4,069

Lowest

Oct

£2,299

Lowest

Oct

£4,049

Nov

£2,389

Nov

£4,359

Dec

£2,379

Dec

£4,759

2027

Lowest

Jan

£2,419

Lowest

Jan

£4,419

Feb

£2,439

Feb

£4,859

Mar

£2,439

Mar

£4,829

Apr

£3,439

Apr

£6,139

May

£2,999

May

£5,619

Jun

£2,999

Jun

£5,619

Jul

£3,349

Jul

£5,349

Aug

£3,529

Aug

£6,129

Sep

£3,159

Sep

£5,429

Oct

£3,139

Oct

£5,319

Nov

£3,969

Nov

£6,439

Dec

£4,059

Dec

£7,399

2028

Jan

£3,939

Jan

£6,239

Feb

£3,959

Feb

£6,739

Mar

£3,959

Mar

£6,719

Apr

£3,969

Apr

£7,059

Lowest

May

£3,339

Lowest

May

£6,359

Jun

£3,339

Jun

£6,359

Jul

£3,749

Jul

£6,039

Aug

£3,949

Aug

£6,939

Sep

£3,529

Sep

£6,129

Oct

£3,499

Oct

£5,999

Nov

£4,419

Nov

£7,259

Dec

£4,519

Dec

£8,349

Please note that all prices are based on double occupancy and are quoted as starting from the lowest available rate.

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Hotel Information

Check-in Time 14:00

Check-out Time 12:00 PM (noon)

The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah features 173 elegant villas, each with a private pool, and exudes a seamless blend of traditional Maldivian architecture and contemporary aesthetics. Enjoy excellent service at the resort, courtesy of the hotel staff who are very friendly and helpful, ensuring a truly unforgettable stay experience.

When travelling as a family with kids, you can bring your little ones to the wonderful Turtle Kids Club (for children aged 3 to 12), featuring an outdoor play area where they can engage in various arts and crafts activities. As for the amenities, the hotel features an on-site spa, 6 restaurants, wedding services, a fitness centre uniquely positioned amidst lush greenery, and an in-house photography service.

There’s also The Beach Club, which has a massive 42-metre infinity pool set on the edge of the lagoon. Adventure enthusiasts can visit the magnificent PADI 5-star Dive Centre, which has qualified instructors and dive masters to ensure you have the best experience. Snorkelling, windsurfing, parasailing, kayaking, etc., you name it, you can enjoy it all from the centre. (Note those swimming from the beach, rock shoes may be necessary for coral rocks.) Interestingly, across the island, you will find seagrass meadows, usually removed and cleaned in other resorts, have been deliberately preserved because sea animals like turtles feed on them, which makes for a spectacle to watch. In fact, during your stay, you are likely to see turtles, sting rays, reef sharks, and other varied marine life.

You can reach here via domestic flight, transfer to the nearest airport, Kooddoo Airport (GKK), followed by a short speedboat transfer to your resort.
Hotel Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Doctor on call
  • Child-friendly
  • Fitness centre
  • Kids' club
  • Full-service laundry
  • Nightclub
  • Scuba
  • Table service
  • Wi-Fi

The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah is located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, also known as Northern Huvadhoo Atoll, one of the largest and deepest atolls in the world. The resort sits in the southern Maldives and is surrounded by rich marine life, coral reefs, white-sand beaches and calm blue waters.

Location Highlights: Gaafu Alifu Atoll, southern Maldives, private island setting, one-kilometre bridge to Falhumaafushi, white-sand beaches, coral reefs, clear lagoon waters and rich marine life.

You are going to love staying at these extraordinary beach villas which are nestled amongst luscious greenery and you get a superb swimming pool for your leisure. Here you can relax as much as possible at your leisure while appreciating the mesmerising ocean views. Also, enjoy direct access to a beautiful beach which is dotted with palm trees.

Room Size

150 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children

Choose to spend your Dubai holiday at this fantastic villa having a nice lagoon-facing bedroom offering phenomenal views. Imagine the feeling of waking up to the views of the ocean with waves hitting the shore as you relax on a luxurious bed. Besides, you get a nice private pool and a superb bathroom with a massive bathtub and outdoor and indoor showers.

Room Size

155 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children

You are going to love every moment you stay at this oasis of tranquillity and comfort, Lagoon Pool Villa. The bathroom here is itself an experience having a gigantic bathtub and stunning indoor and outdoor showers. Also, you get a beautiful private garden right in front.

Room Size

150 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children

Set on the stunning crystal-clear waters of the lagoon, the Deluxe Lagoon Pool Villa offers serene and elegant accommodations where you'll feel connected to nature during your stay. Enjoy mesmerising lagoon views when you are relaxing on a fabulous four-poster bed. You get a private verandah and a nice pool for your leisure.

Room Size

155 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children

Stay in a picturesque location in the middle of the vast expanse of crystal-clear waters and you can witness mesmerising ocean views from the comfort of your rooms. At other times, you can swim in your private pool and later lounge comfortably on the verandah.

Room Size

152 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children

When travelling with a group of friends or families, staying here would ensure you have the utmost fun and relaxation given the superior quality of amenities and facilities. You get a spacious outdoor terrace, a fantastic private pool and a nice garden setting for lots of delightful stay experiences.

Room Size

336 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children

These are phenomenal over-the-water villas that are beautifully set over the azure lagoon and vibrant coral reefs. Everything about this villa is grand - bedrooms with large four-poster beds, and a spacious dining and living area for your convenience. When travelling with a group of families and friends, it is unlikely you get better accommodation than this to enjoy your Maldives in complete relaxation and style.

Room Size

336 sqm

Capacity

Accommodates up to 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children

Enjoy an authentic island-feasting experience where you can have the delectable Indian Ocean and Asian delicacies in an excellent lagoon view. The entire venue is designed with inspiration from the island such that it feels like you are dining with nature. Your breakfast, lunch and dinner are sorted here when you relish the freshest ingredients.

Opening Hours

Breakfast: 7.00 am to 10.30 am

Lunch: 12.30 pm to 3.00 pm

Dinner: 7.00 pm to 10.30 pm

Cuisine Types Served

Indian, Asian, International

Step into the bliss of this beautiful dining venue having a superb lush garden setting and exquisite Cantonese cuisine along with various authentic dishes such as fresh seafood, dim sum, and more. You are going to love the vibe of the place which is very calming and allows for peaceful savouring of your meals with your buddies.

Opening Hours

Lunch:12.30pm to 3.00pm

Dinner:7.00pm to 10.30pm

Cuisine Types Served

Cantonese, Seafood 

Dress Code

Smart Casual

Have a satisfying beachfront experience as you munch on some quality pizzas, pasta, burgers and tapas. Relax and appreciate the beautiful sunset views as you are chilling on a comfy sun-lounger.

Opening Hours

Lunch: 12.00pm to 4.00pm

Tapas: 4.00pm to 10.00pm

Cuisine Types Served

Light Meals, tapas  

Dress Code

Smart Casual

Make your dining at the hotel truly special by getting a bespoke experience where you can ask for a playful family picnic on the beach. Couples can have a romantic dinner under the stars. Birthday banquet parties can be arranged for friends as well.

Opening Hours

As per request

Cuisine Types Served

As per request

Dress Code

Tailored 

Your go-to place to chill and have fun is this fantastic poolside bar, Beach Club. You will have your drinks served to you on your sunbed which you can relish delightfully. The house DJ will set the mood ensuring you have the utmost fun. Also, you will have your lunch or dinner served to you by the pool.

Opening Hours

Pool: 7.00 am to 7.00 pm

Bar: 10.00 pm till late

Head to this fantastic seaside bar to have your top-quality pre or post-dinner cocktail in a comfortable lush garden setting for a fantastic stay experience. Compliment your drinks with several tasty bites that are made from freshly grown produce for an awesome time.

Opening Hours

Lunch: 12.30pm to 3.00pm

Dinner: 7.00pm to 10.30pm

Dress Code

Men are requested to wear long trousers

Enjoy this unforgettable experience of fishing while sailing on a local dhoni at sunset in a classic Maldivian way with a line and hook. Later, have dinner with your day's catch which shall be prepared by the hotel's chefs.

This is going to be a thrilling experience when you spot wild spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins on a pleasant leisurely cruise. Sighting these beautiful sea animals romping on the waves as the sun goes down is going to be a truly memorable experience.

Enjoy a phenomenal scuba diving experience as you explore a beautiful underwater world and encounter new and varied marine life around the immaculate coral reefs. The entire experience usually goes on for 3 hours. Here you will have the PADI 5-Star Dive Centre ensuring you the best diving experience.

Given the magnificence and beauty of the surrounding coral reefs, if you are into snorkelling you love exploring this underwater world. The marine biodiversity is so rich, that every moment you spend exploring the same is going to be a memorable experience.

Make your experience staying at the resort really special with this nature immersion by visiting this amazing vegetable garden Earth Basket. You will learn about the cycle of farming, including animal feeding, beverage tasting, and compost making. You will also visit and explore the herbal garden.

Bottom Line Fishing gives guests a taste of traditional Maldivian fishing culture. Guests set sail at sunset on a local dhoni and learn to fish the traditional way with a line and hook.

After the experience, the day’s catch is prepared by the resort’s chefs for dinner, making this both an activity and a culinary memory. A minimum of four persons is required.

Detail

Information

Duration

90 minutes

Activities Include

Traditional Maldivian dhoni fishing, fishing equipment and dinner prepared from the day's catch

Good For

Couples, families, groups, fishing enthusiasts and guests interested in Maldivian traditions

The Spa by Clarins is the resort’s wellness sanctuary, set in lush tropical gardens with calming ocean sounds and private treatment rooms facing the Indian Ocean. The spa offers holistic wellness treatments and retreats designed to soothe, restore and revitalise.

It is ideal for couples, honeymooners and guests who want quiet time between beach, dining and ocean activities. The setting feels calm and cocooned, making it one of the most peaceful parts of the resort.

Detail

Information

Opening Hours

Daily: 10:00 to 20:00

Activities Include

Spa treatments, holistic wellness rituals, wellness retreats and relaxation therapies

Good For

Couples, honeymooners, wellness travellers and guests seeking deep relaxation

Yoga at The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah focuses on mindful movement and tropical wellbeing. The resort offers yoga as part of its wellness programme, with classes designed to help guests stretch, breathe and reconnect in a peaceful island setting.

The official yoga page mentions specialised practices including pre-natal yoga, which uses breathing, relaxation and postures to support strength, tone and relief from tension.

Detail

Information

Activities Include

Yoga, mindful movement, breathing exercises, stretching and specialised yoga sessions

Good For

Couples, solo travellers, wellness enthusiasts, beginners and guests seeking a slower island routine

The Fitness Centre & Gym is surrounded by tropical greenery, giving guests a natural setting for staying active during the holiday. The resort also offers customised training programmes with a fitness trainer.

Available sessions include assisted stretching, HIIT, cardio, core-focused sessions, beach workouts, strength and conditioning, TRX, core yoga and aqua fitness with float. This makes it suitable for guests who want structured movement alongside beach and spa time.

Detail

Information

Activities Include

Gym access, assisted stretching, HIIT, cardio, beach workouts, core yoga, strength training, TRX and aqua fitness

Good For

Active guests, wellness travellers, couples and anyone wanting to stay fit while away

Turtle Kids Club is designed for children aged 3 to 12 years, offering a fun and adventurous space with an outdoor play area, playground equipment, nature activities, arts and crafts and professionally trained facilitators.

The resort also has a teens programme for guests aged 11 to 17, giving older children their own activities during the stay. This makes the resort a strong choice for families who want proper child-friendly facilities in the Maldives.

Detail

Information

Age Range

Kids Club: 3 to 12 yearsTeens Programme: 11 to 17 years

Activities Include

Outdoor play, playground activities, nature experiences, arts and crafts, and dedicated teen activities

Good For

Families, children, teenagers and parents seeking child-friendly resort facilities

Gaafu Alifu Atoll is rich in marine life, with the official destination page noting over 1,200 species of fish and coral. Guests may encounter sharks, bottlenose dolphins, green turtles, manta rays, eagle rays and other marine species.

The resort also offers programmes such as deep-sea fishing trips, night snorkelling, fluoro night diving, sunset dolphin cruises, underwater digital photography courses and visits to other islands and local villages.

Detail

Information

Activities Include

Marine life discovery, night snorkelling, fluoro night diving, local island visits, village experiences and underwater photography

Good For

Nature lovers, marine life enthusiasts, couples, families and guests seeking more than a beach holiday

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