Maldives Maamunagau Resort
Barefoot luxury with a marine conservation edge. Contemporary Maldivian design — think clean lines, natural materials, ocean color palettes — paired with the full-service reliability of a global brand. Not the smallest or most intimate resort in the Maldives, but the Club benefits model and obsessive service consistency make it stand apart from the crowd.
Snorkel between the AVI Spa and the Fitness Centre — this stretch of house reef is the richest for fish species, eagle rays, and occasional blacktip reef sharks
Why It Matters
The world's only resort where every single guest — not just suite occupants — receives full Club InterContinental benefits. The two-storey Lagoon Villas were the first of their kind in the Maldives. And the adjacent manta ray sanctuary, combined with formal ties to the Manta Trust Foundation, gives the marine program real scientific credibility rather than just marketing.
Opened in September 2019, InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort sits at the southern tip of Raa Atoll, right next to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll. It's the world's first and only all-Club InterContinental resort — meaning every one of its 81 villas and residences comes with complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening aperitif baked in. The big draw, beyond the polished big-chain execution, is the marine life: juvenile manta rays feed in the lagoon seasonally, nurse sharks cruise the reef, and the house reef is snorkelable straight from the beach.
Where You'll Stay
14 room types available
Beach Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Set in lush greenery with 14 villas offering direct beach access. Features an open-plan bathroom, outdoor shower, private pool, sundeck, and an al fresco dining area. Beach and ocean views throughout.
King · 145 sqmFamily Beach Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Designed for families or couples travelling together. King bedroom with en suite plus a separate sofa bed room with its own bathroom. Private plunge pool and a spacious garden.
King + Sofa Bed · 210 sqmOne Bedroom Lagoon Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Two-storey design — the first of its kind in the Maldives when the resort opened. The elevated master bedroom sits above a spacious living area. Infinity plunge pool on the sundeck with direct lagoon access from the villa's front. Separate shower and bathtub with infinity lagoon view.
King · 150 sqmOne Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa with Club Benefits
West-facing, so you get the sunset directly from the villa. Features two sundecks, a private infinity pool, separate shower and bathtub, spacious living area with pantry and powder room. 9 of these on the island.
King · 180 sqmOne Bedroom Sunset Lagoon Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Sunset-facing two-storey lagoon villa. Same layout as the Lagoon Pool Villa but positioned for the best evening light — sweeping sunset views from the sundeck and infinity plunge pool overlooking the lagoon.
King · 150 sqmOverwater Pool Villa with Club Benefits
The entry point for the overwater experience here. Single-storey, with a private infinity pool flanked by a cushioned daybed and an open-air dining space. Open-plan bathroom with direct ocean views. 11 of these on the sunrise side of the island.
King · 100 sqmSunset Overwater Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Same layout as the standard Overwater Pool Villa but positioned for unobstructed sunset views from your private sundeck and infinity pool. 11 villas on the western side.
King · 100 sqmThree Bedroom Lagoon Pool Residence with Club Benefits
Three-bedroom lagoon residence with spectacular sunset views, contemporary Maldivian design, and positioned for both privacy and easy access to the resort's facilities.
Multiple Kings · 610 sqmThree Bedroom Overwater Pool Residence with Club Benefits
Set above the Indian Ocean with front-row views of both sunrise and sunset. Three bedrooms, private infinity pool, sun loungers perched over the water, and the full private chef/sommelier service.
Multiple Kings · 460 sqmThree Bedroom Royal Beachfront Pool Residence with Club Benefits
The resort's largest and most exclusive accommodation at a massive 1,120 sqm. Surrounded by lush tropical greenery with direct beach access, ample indoor and outdoor living space — this is the Maldives for a private group that wants to feel like they have the island to themselves.
Multiple Kings · 1120 sqmTwo Bedroom Beachfront Pool Residence with Club Benefits
Large two-bedroom beachfront residence with direct beach access, private pool, kitchen, and generous indoor and outdoor living space. Private chef and sommelier included.
Multiple Kings · 535 sqmTwo Bedroom Family Beach Pool Villa with Club Benefits
Sunset-facing two-bedroom beach villa for families or groups. Two separate bedrooms, private pool, and generous garden and outdoor spaces.
King + Sofa Bed · 275 sqmTwo Bedroom Family Lagoon Pool Villa with Club Benefits
The first two-storey family lagoon villa concept in the Maldives. Two separate bedrooms with their own bathrooms, overwater sundeck and infinity plunge pool, plus direct lagoon access from the front. Ideal for two couples or families with older children.
King + Sofa Bed · 175 sqmTwo Bedroom Overwater Pool Residence with Club Benefits
Two-bedroom overwater residence with panoramic sunrise and sunset views, private infinity pool, kitchen, full dining area, and personalized services including a private chef and sommelier.
Multiple Kings · 295 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
9 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Hands-on cooking experience in The Collective's kitchen with the resort's chefs. Open to all skill levels. Runs at noon.
Live teppanyaki performance at the Café Umi counter. Chefs prepare Japanese-inspired dishes on a hot iron griddle with fresh local seafood and premium cuts.
Hands-on coral restoration sessions led by Marine Centre researchers. Guests can participate in active reef restoration efforts.
Boat excursion into the atoll to encounter dolphins in open water.
Day excursion to Hanifaru Bay in the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — one of the world's most significant manta ray and whale shark aggregation sites.
Private transfer to a remote sandbank for a secluded picnic or champagne setup.
Guided snorkelling specifically focused on the resort's resident turtle population on the house reef.
Guided group snorkel excursions to manta feeding sites across Raa Atoll. The lagoon itself hosts juvenile mantas seasonally (January to April). The resort has a formal partnership with the Manta Trust Foundation.
Guided swim with nurse sharks in their natural habitat in Raa Atoll. Educational component on shark conservation and habitat protection.
Diving available through the Marine Centre in the Maamunagau house reef. The reef features black tip reef sharks at the drop-off, eagle rays, and diverse coral.
Jet Skis, Jet X Blade, E-Foils, Parasailing, and Wakeboarding available through the Marine Centre. Additional charge applies.
Paddleboarding, kayaking, snorkelling equipment, and similar non-motorised activities. All complimentary for the duration of your stay.
For ages 4–12. Marine-themed games, arts and crafts, mini expeditions, and a splash pool. Indoor and outdoor play areas. Runs educational marine biology activities tied to the resort's conservation focus.
30-minute complimentary photoshoot session included with all Club InterContinental stays.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Business centre available on property.
Personal Island Curator assigned to each guest, plus a 24-hour e-Curator service available via WhatsApp for all requests.
Complimentary high-speed WiFi throughout the resort.
Educational facility with film screenings, collaboration with the Manta Trust Foundation, and the resort's marine conservation programmes. Guests can adopt a manta ray.
State-of-the-art 24-hour gym with a wide range of equipment. Resident personal trainer available.
All guests receive: daily à la carte breakfast (7am–10:30am), multi-tiered afternoon tea (3–5pm), evening aperitif hour (5–7pm), complimentary soft beverages at The Retreat and Pool Bar (11am–6pm), and complimentary poolside and beach refreshments.
All villas stocked with Byredo luxury bathroom products. All rooms also feature 55-inch Smart TV and BOSE portable Bluetooth speaker.
Main outdoor pool adjacent to The Collective restaurant, plus additional pools. Pool Bar with swim-up access. Children's pool also available.
Infinity pool exclusively for guests 18 and over, overwater with lagoon views. Part of The Retreat enclave.
Exclusive private lounge access at the Malé seaplane terminal for all guests on arrival and departure.
Complimentary personalised bicycles provided to all guests for exploring the island.
Dedicated yoga pavilion for sunrise and sunset sessions, personalised yoga, and meditation. Resident Wellness Mentor on staff.
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