15mins by Speedboat

64 rooms (16 Beach Bungalows and 48 lagoon Rooms)

All the villas are palm-thatched, built of finest natural wood finishes o­n the exteriors and floors and are delightfully appointed in classic Maldivian style. Amenities include air-conditioning, personal bar, LCD television with satellite channels, safe, tea/coffee-maker, satellite television, DVD/CD player, MP3, Media Centre, Internet connection, international dialing, Electronic safe, double vanity, bathtubs overlooking the ocean (in lagoon villas ) and rain showers in the bathrooms, and hairdryer. Some of the villas have a private plunge pool.

Lagoon Villas
The 24 Lagoon Villas, of 71 sq mts each, are a series of two adjacent villas o­n the lagoon along the island. They offer private sun decks with loungers, easy chairs and ladders with direct access leading to the lagoon Each villa has a double vanity bathroom, rain showers and bath tubs with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Deluxe Lagoon Villas
The 31 Deluxe Lagoon Villas, of 60 sq mts each , are located at the far end of the island. These elegant stand-alone villas offer complete privacy as they open out to private sundecks with serene sea views and ladders leading into the lagoon, easy chairs and loungers. Stylized furniture, a double vanity bathroom, rain showers, bathtubs with an infinite view of the Indian Ocean and special in-villa furnishings create a special ambience. 10 Deluxe Lagoon Villas feature a private deck with a freshwater plunge pool and an alluring day-bed area with spectacular views.

Deluxe Beach Villas
The 4 Deluxe Beach Villas, of 89 sq mts each, are just 5 metres from the picturesque lagoon. Each of the luxuriously styled villas offers an oversized plunge pool, a private veranda with sun beds, a tropical outdoor shower in a private walled garden and an infinite view of the lagoon.

Revitalised Accommodation - June 2006
Three new, soon to open suites will offer a choice of living styles that have been designed to offer unequalled comfort space and luxury, both beside and above the lagoon. Two multilevel Beach Villa Suites and the ultimate in Maldives exclusive accommodation - The Rehendi Presidential Suite.

Beach Villa Suites
In the spirit of a true retreat, each villa while being spacious, contemporary and luxurious is also cosy and inviting. Superbly located these villas offer a 180º Degree Ocean View and its mezzanine floor balcony is a great platform to view the spectacular Maldivian sunset, or sunbathe unseen throughout the day. The spacious two level accommodations have both indoor & outdoor living spaces and include private sit-outs, a garden courtyard with generous plunge pool. a tropical outdoor shower, a private spa room and an mezzanine balcony which opens to the lagoon and ocean beyond. 365 sq metres of space welcomes you as you walk into to your private villa suite.

Rehendi Presidential Suite
For the ultimate in luxury, privacy and comfort in an ocean setting, look no further than the new Rehendi Presidential Suite built entirely above the lagoon. Completely redesigned and rebuilt during the recent renovations, the suite is located o­n the most eastern tip of the Spine Jetty.
The stunning two bedroom suite features a freshwater 60sq meter lap pool, perched above the turquoise lagoon with intimate views across the Indian Ocean, with expansive sundecks and two Salas for relaxing and dining or for your own private spa treatment.

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The chefs are equally flexible, creating delicious Asian and Continental cuisine in the beachside restaurant and gourmet Mediterranean fare in L'Esmerelda. But should guests prefer to eat in their villas or in a secluded spot of their own finding, charming and attentive service will ensure they have a magical experience that perfectly complements the romance of Taj Exotica.

The Deep End  - this restaurant exudes a soothing ambience and serves a selection of mediterranean dishes, seafood, meats, fish and game and a special menu for vegetarians paired with fine wines. Open for lunch and dinner.

24 Degrees - a display kitchen with a split level restaurant or al fresco o­n the beach.  Pan Asian.

The newly opened Jiva Grande Spa, the o­nly true Indian Spa outside of India, the romantic interlude with nature continues. With ancient traditional natural therapies, overwater pavilions, a uniquely Royal Indian Mud & Bathing Pavilion, a semi-outdoor suite with a luxury Hammam, a tropical-inspired interior and slendid ocean views.

However the more energetic can enjoy a vast range of recreational activities and watersports. Moonlit champagne cruises, fishing trips, water-skiing and scuba diving are just a few of the opportunities for fun that can be tailored to your requirements by willing and smiling staff.

Billiards, Football, Volleyball, Night Fishing, Morning Fishing, Sight seeing and shopping in Male’, Seaplane flights, Island picnics, Sunset and moonlight cruises, snorkelling trips, island hopping and a selection of indoor games.

Bungalows, Water Bungalows, A/C Rooms, Satellite television, Digital video, disc player, Hair dryer, Tea and coffee making facility, International dialling, Internet connection, Electronic safe, Hot & cold water, Mini Bar, Swimming Pool, Mandara Spa.