OBLU Xperience Ailafushi is an easily accessible, vibrant island getaway with invigorating activities, playful design, and a buzzing party vibe. In the Maldivian dialect of Dhivehi, ‘Aila’ means family and ‘Fushi’ means island. Our ultimate Fushi Plan™ creates a free-spirited Maldivian holiday experience for the modern traveller – be it families, couples, or friends.
30sqm2 – Our standard rooms are snug, homey havens. These one bedroom villas are smartly designed to maximize space and comfort. White walls, wooden textures, and colourful cushions create a cheerful vibe. A window seat and veranda offer a comfy seating space, where you can enjoy the outdoors as well.
50sqm2 – Lively, comfortable, and full of appeal these two bedrooms and two-bathroom villas are in the heart of Ailafushi Island. They feature modern amenities, smart storage, comfy furniture, and contemporary décor. The chic master bedroom is linked to a children’s bedroom to suit family life. The storybook children’s room has a bunk bed and playfully decorated ambiance to delight kids and make them feel at home.
50sqm2 – Beach villas are just a few steps from the beach. Dip into the lagoon anytime. Or, soak up the sun in your private outdoor veranda and garden. The interiors are just as inviting with warm, wooden floors, a plush bed, a roomy sofa, elegant motifs, and vibrant textiles. A walk-in wardrobe leads to a spa-like bathroom with a marble vanity and an outdoor shower surrounded by a garden. There’s really everything you need to relax in style!
50sqm2 – Stretching into the dazzling lagoon are the water villas accessed by a wooden jetty. Each overwater retreat is shaped like a traditional Maldivian Boat – a ‘Dhoni’ … creating a feeling of an intimate, romantic hideaway. Relax on the private deck or step down the staircase to enjoy a refreshing swim in the warm water which laps gently against your villa.
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Maldivian & International
Explore the world’s first underwater wine cellar before you reach a dining room totally surrounded by the sea. Watch sharks, turtles and tropical fish swim by as you savour gourmet dining at its finest.
Drinks & Light Dining
Ascend for lounge cocktails as a sunset tapestry unfolds. Expand your view of the galaxy at the Maldives’ first over water observatory. Stargaze through the Maldives’ most powerful telescope. Learn about the constellations and planets with our storytelling SKY Guru. Discover extraordinary experiences that enlighten couple’s romance and family adventure.
Japanese
Select your lobster fresh from the sea. Pick your seat surrounding the centre of the action. Chefs put on a show for every guest each night, as the ocean breeze blows beneath the thatched roof.
Asian
Spice offers up the fiery flavours of Asia served with exquisite flair. Watch speciality chefs from across the region at work in the show kitchen, preparing spicy appetisers, authentic tandoori and curries, wok-fried delicacies and fresh seafood.
Maldivian & International
Indulge in an international gourmet breakfast with live stations and à la carte signature dishes served with chilled sparkling wine. Kickstart your day with a freshly brewed coffee or refreshing juice.
Mediterranean, Italian
The ambiance at Manzaru changes throughout the day, with poolside refreshments and snacks served all afternoon. Refreshing ice creams are available poolside. Enjoy a selection of comfort foods with a twist, featuring the freshest seafood. For dessert, try a wide range of sweet treats including a delicious tiramisu.
Private Dining
Natural torches light the way to your beautifully set table on an isolated sandbank. A pristine white tablecloth shimmers gently in the breeze. Let our expert chef prepare carefully crafted Maldivian and fusion cuisine with the freshest local and organic ingredients. Or step aboard a private yacht to set sail on the Indian Ocean. As sunset approaches, dine on gourmet fare with your loved one with a paintbox of colours streaking the sky. Add a fine wine from our award-winning wine cellar to complement the meal.
Private Dining
Choose to dine in your villa or dining pavilion any time you like. Whether breakfast for the family before a day’s excursion or a picnic lunch by the pool, opt for a time that suits you. A selection of favourites is available, and special requests are catered for too. Make an occasion of dinner with friends as you watch fishes swim by your deck or unwind with a casual get-together in your private sala.
International
Engage with the rich and diverse culinary culture through an immersive cooking class. With a myriad of influences from trading nations, Maldivian food is a delight to experience. Choose your preferred dishes for a tailored class using local ingredients. Enjoy your creations with a glass of wine, appreciating the natural beauty of your surrounds. Leave with your newfound skills, recipes, a certificate and Spice Spoons memorabilia.
Our spa treatments marry time-tested techniques from the East with pure indigenous ingredients. Collaborating with award-winning brands such as 111Skin, Subtle Energies, and Studio Révérence by Bastien Gonzalez, our treatments are curated to offer our guests purposeful rituals catering to physical and emotional wellbeing needs. Design your spa journey, choosing from body treatments and massages, facials, couple’s rituals, beautifying, and multi-day wellness retreats designed to recalibrate and heal.
Nestled amongst lush swaying palms, discover a fitness haven for all fitness levels. Surrounded by sweeping views, relax your eyes and mind whilst you work out in peace.
Explore your tranquil water element by discovering the magical underwater world that lies below. Whether you choose to scuba dive or snorkel you can rest assured that our experienced instructors, first class rental equipment, comfortable Dhonis (Maldivian boats) and many dive sites cater for beginner and experienced divers alike. For a more relaxed sightseeing excursion in the shallow waters or across the lagoon try a sturdy kayak ride.
Offers excitement and action for kids aged 4-6 yrs. old. Qualified superviors provide endless fun through exploration and crafts. Creativity is stoked through different themes.