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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

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8.9/10 on 212 reviews

 

- 63 rooms - Resort - score: 8.9, from 212 review/s

 

 

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives: Exclusive Haven in South Male Atoll with Expansive Lagoon

The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives is located on the private island of Emboodhu Finolhu, encircled by one of the largest and clearest lagoons in the Maldives. This resort embodies the legendary Taj hospitality, offering a sanctuary of absolute tranquility and refined luxury a short speedboat ride from Malé.

Overwater Villas with Classic Design and Butler Service

The hotel showcases an exclusive collection of villas and suites, largely built on stilts, featuring thatched palm roofs and interiors elegantly finished with woods and marbles. Every accommodation boasts a private deck, often with a pool, and direct access to the lagoon. Luxury is enhanced by the dedicated 24-hour butler service for each villa.

Jiva Grande Spa: Wellness Inspired by Indian Tradition

The wellness experience is anchored by the award-winning Jiva Grande Spa, idyllically positioned over the water. Treatments draw inspiration from ancient Indian philosophies of Ayurveda and Yoga, offering holistic rejuvenation rituals in pavilions with ocean views. A resident Ayurvedic physician provides personalized consultations.

Gastronomic Excellence with Private Romantic Dinners

The dining offers world-class culinary experiences, with the 24 Degrees restaurant featuring international cuisine and The Deep End specializing in seafood in a distinctive setting. The resort is renowned for its ultra-romantic and private dining options, such as banquets set up on an isolated sandbank or right by the lagoon.

The Lagoon: A Marine Playground of Vivid Colors

Its privileged location includes one of the most expansive and protected lagoons, making it ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and non-motorized water sports. The tranquility of the lagoon blends with the possibility of marine adventures, offering the perfect balance between total relaxation and underwater discovery.

Facilities & Features Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

  • General:
  • Air conditioning,
  • Airport shuttle,
  • Designated smoking area,
  • Facilities for disabled guests,
  • Family rooms,
  • Hair/Beauty salon,
  • Hypoallergenic room available,
  • Non-smoking rooms,
  • Packed lunches,
  • Room service,
  • Shared lounge/TV area,
  • Shuttle service
  • Activities:
  • Beach,
  • Canoeing,
  • Cooking class,
  • Diving,
  • Evening entertainment,
  • Fishing,
  • Game room,
  • Happy hour,
  • Live sports events (broadcast),
  • Playground,
  • Pool table,
  • Snorkeling,
  • Themed dinners,
  • Tour or class about local culture,
  • Water sports facilities on site,
  • Windsurfing
  • Food & Drink:
  • Bar,
  • Breakfast in the room,
  • Coffee house on site,
  • Fruit,
  • Kids' meals,
  • Restaurant,
  • Snack bar,
  • Special diet meals (on request),
  • Tea/Coffee maker,
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Internet:
  • Internet,
  • Wireless internet
  • Kitchen:
  • Coffee machine
  • Outdoors:
  • BBQ facilities,
  • Beachfront,
  • Garden,
  • Outdoor furniture,
  • Picnic area,
  • Private beach area,
  • Sun deck,
  • Terrace
  • Pool and wellness:
  • Beach chairs/Loungers,
  • Beach umbrellas,
  • Beauty services,
  • Body scrub,
  • Body treatments,
  • Body wrap,
  • Facial treatments,
  • Fitness,
  • Fitness center,
  • Fitness classes,
  • Foot bath,
  • Locker rooms,
  • Makeup services,
  • Manicure,
  • Massage,
  • Massage chair,
  • Outdoor swimming pool,
  • Pedicure,
  • Sauna,
  • Spa,
  • Spa facilities,
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area,
  • Spa/Wellness packages,
  • Steam room,
  • Waxing services,
  • Yoga classes
  • Reception services:
  • 24-hour front desk,
  • Baggage storage,
  • Concierge,
  • Currency exchange,
  • Express check-in/out,
  • Invoice provided,
  • Lockers,
  • Private check-in/out,
  • Tour desk
  • Entertainment and family services:
  • Baby safety gates,
  • Board games/Puzzles,
  • Indoor play area
  • Cleaning services:
  • Daily housekeeping,
  • Ironing service,
  • Laundry,
  • Suit press
  • Business facilities:
  • Business center,
  • Fax/Photocopying,
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Safety & security:
  • 24-hour security,
  • CCTV in common areas,
  • Fire extinguishers,
  • Key access,
  • Key card access,
  • Safe,
  • Security alarm,
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety features:
  • Access to healthcare professionals,
  • Face masks for guests available,
  • First aid kits available,
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
  • Process in place to check health of guests,
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities,
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Physical distancing:
  • Cashless payment available,
  • Contactless check-in/out,
  • Mobile app for room service,
  • Physical distancing rules followed,
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cleanliness & disinfecting:
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies,
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Food & drink safety:
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
  • Breakfast to-go containers,
  • Delivered food covered securely,
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

 

Located over the lagoon, these villas feature a private sun deck with sun loungers and easy chairs. A ladder offers direct access to the lagoon. Offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, the bathroom comes with double basins, a rain shower and bathtub.


Located at the far end of the island, these stand-alone villas feature a private sundeck with loungers, seating and a ladder leading into the lagoon. It also comes with a freshwater plunge pool and day bed.

The private bathroom comes with double basins, a rain shower and bathtub with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.


Located right on the beach with direct access to the lagoon, these luxurious villas feature a plunge pool, a private veranda with sun beds and a tropical outdoor shower in a private walled garden.


Located on the beach just 5-yards from the lagoon, this suite features a spacious living room, a private courtyard and a plunge pool. The veranda offers sunbeds and a tropical outdoor shower in a walled garden. Guests can enjoy Jiva Grande Spa treatments in private at the spa treatment room attached to the villa.

The mezzanine bedroom has picturesque lagoon views, while the first floor master bedroom has a large private bathroom and a private balcony offering beautiful views of the sunset.


Terms and conditions of booking Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

Check In / Check Out

  • Check-in from 15:00
  • Check-in from 15:00

Transfers to / from Airport

The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are allowed.
Up to 2 children (up to and including 5 years old) stay for free when using available cribs.
Up to 2 children (up to and including 4 years old) stay for free when using existing beds.
Up to 2 children (from 5 years old to 11 years old) stay for $100 per child per night when using existing beds.
Up to 2 children (up to and including 5 years old) stay for free when using available extra beds.
Up to 2 children (from 6 years old to 11 years old) stay for $100 per child per night when using available extra beds.
Up to 2 people (12 years old and over) stay for $200 per person per night when using available extra beds.
The maximum number of extra beds is 2.
The maximum number of cribs is 2.
The maximum number of guests is 5.

Conditions and cancellation policy

Please select the arrival and departure date

 

Overall Impression 8.9

All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!

Score breakdown

Comfort 8.9 / 10

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Courtesy 8.9 / 10

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Leisure 8.9 / 10

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