Awarded for its outstanding sports and recreation offerings , the Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa on Dhonakulhi Island in the Maldives is truly exceptional. Located on this private island north of Mahé, the resort's diverse sports zone features two beautifully situated hard courts , a padel court , and a pickleball court . A tennis holiday on a private island – it doesn't just sound fantastic, it is an absolute tennis holiday dream come true.
Located 290 kilometers from Malé, the 297,000-square-meter Dhonakulhi Island is home to the private and luxurious Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa , an exclusive 5-star resort of the highest caliber . From Malé International Airport, you can reach the resort either by taking a domestic flight from Malé to Hanimaadhoo or Kulhudhuffushi (approximately 1 hour) followed by a speedboat transfer . Alternatively, you can book a seaplane transfer to the resort, which takes approximately 75 minutes. Upon arrival, you'll be greeted on both sides of the island by stunning white sand beaches, gently sloping turquoise waters, and several offshore snorkeling reefs. Simply picture-perfect. With a north-south length of 1.5 kilometers, the island is one of the largest in the atoll. For accommodation, you can choose between various beach villas for 2-4 people , some with a pool, and the stunning water villas accessible via a long jetty. All villas are beautifully furnished and offer one or two bedrooms, depending on their size. Pure luxury at the highest level awaits you in the two-story Signature Residences , which not only up to four bedrooms for eight people on up to 1,100 m² , but also butler service.
Nestled among palm trees, the resort boasts two floodlit hard-court tennis courts, which you can use free of charge. Tennis rackets and balls are available for rent. A tennis coach is also available upon request, regardless of your age or skill level. Tennis under palm trees – you'll definitely improve your game!
Racket sports enthusiasts can let loose on the padel court or the pickleball court . Golf lovers can also enjoy their favorite sport on the private island: a 5-hole putting green and two golf simulators are available. A half basketball court, a beach volleyball court, table tennis tables, and much more provide further entertainment. The large and very well-equipped gym offers a variety of strength and cardio machines to get you sweating. For a more tranquil experience, yoga classes (for a fee) are offered by a yoga expert, either individually or in groups. Of course, the island's absolute highlight is its magnificent underwater world . Snorkel directly on the house reefs just off the island or explore the underwater realm with the guides from the Meridis Dive Center , equipped with top-of-the-line diving gear. Diving excursions and courses are also available. There's plenty to do on the water as well: water skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, windsurfing, kitesurfing, and much more.
The Hideaway Spa offers a truly wonderful wellness experience. The sweeping architecture of the two spa buildings alone is calming and grounding. In addition to a wide range of wellness and beauty treatments from the extensive spa menu, you'll be delighted by the steam room and the beautifully designed relaxation areas infinity pool is also stunning , giving you the feeling of swimming directly into the sea. Only a tiny strip of white sand separates you from the ocean. Of course, there are plenty of sun loungers and relaxation areas throughout the island, from which you can fully enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
At the resort, you can book with bed and breakfast, half board, full board, or a White Platinum Plan . The latter includes full board, in-villa dining, a minibar, all-day drinks, and various excursions. Even more extravagant meal plans are available for the luxurious Signature Residences. Start your day with everything your heart desires Matheefaru Restaurant Meeru Bar & Grill , the Sunset Pool Café , or the Oasis Restaurant Samsara Asian Fusion Restaurant is also open, where you can enjoy exquisite cuisine in a truly breathtaking setting. It doesn't get much more beautiful or romantic than this! While you can generally reserve a table at one of the various restaurants in the evening, reservations at the Samsara Restaurant incur an additional charge.
From the resort, you can take fantastic boat trips, either by motorboat or at a more relaxed pace by sailboat. These trips can take you to other islands, for snorkeling with turtles or dolphins, or for fishing. The sunset and sundowner tours are particularly wonderful and will surely create lasting memories.
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