Two islands, seven restaurants, Ithaa Undersea — and near-daily whale shark encounters in the heart of South Ari Atoll. Conrad's flagship, twice voted best hotel in the world.
5-Star Resort Seaplane 30 min 7 Restaurants
Atoll
South Ari
Villas
150
Transfer
Seaplane
Transfer Cost
~$675 pp RT
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Opened1997Renovated2022
Conrad Rangali put the Maldives on the luxury map. Two islands connected by a 500-metre bridge, the world's first undersea restaurant, and South Ari's whale sharks on the doorstep. Opened 1997, rebranded Conrad 2007, renovated 2022. Seven restaurants, four meal tiers, and The Muraka undersea residence for the ultimate stay.
150 villas across four tiers on two connected islands — from 76 sqm Superior Water Villas to the 550 sqm Muraka with its underwater bedroom. The dual-island layout separates beach and overwater living. Pool villas start at the Water Villa with Pool category.
Overwater1 of 4
Overwater Villas
From
$800
76–120 sqm ·27% smaller than avg
Superior Water Villa76 sqmNo pool$800
Deluxe Water Villa85 sqmNo pool$950
Premier Water Villa95 sqmNo pool$1,100
Water Villa with Pool120 sqmPool$1,500
Beach1 of 2
Beach Villas
From
$700
100–140 sqm ·Average size
Deluxe Beach Villa100 sqmNo pool$700
Beach Villa with Pool140 sqmPool$1,200
FamilyAll pool
Family Villas
From
$2,500
180–200 sqm ·48% larger than avg
Two Bedroom Beach Suite200 sqmPool$2,500
Family Water Villa with Pool180 sqmPool$2,800
SignatureAll pool
Signature Residences
From
$4,000
250–550 sqm ·3× larger than avg
Grand Water Villa with Pool250 sqmPool$4,000
Retreat Water Villa with Pool350 sqmPool$5,500
The Muraka550 sqmPoolOn request
Not sure which villa is right? We'll match you based on your group size, budget and priorities.
Prices shown are indicative low-season per night. See the season guide in the sidebar for how rates vary by time of year. We'll confirm exact pricing for your dates.
Dining
7 Restaurants & 5 Bars
Seven restaurants span two islands — from the all-day Atoll Market buffet to the 14-seat Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, five metres below the surface. Bars include Rangali Bar, an adults-only Quiet Zone, and an underground Wine Cellar. The all-inclusive covers most venues; Ithaa and Ufaa carry supplements.
Atoll Market
International Buffet
Main buffet restaurant with live cooking stations that rotate nightly — never the same menu twice. Beachfront setting with indoor and outdoor seating, serving international and Maldivian dishes across all three meals.
SettingBeachfront · All meals
Our tipThe live cooking stations change nightly — never the same menu twice
Ithaa Undersea Restaurant
Seafood
The world's first all-glass undersea restaurant, five metres below the surface. Only 14 seats, surrounded by a living coral reef. Contemporary European seafood with set menus. One of the most photographed restaurants on earth.
Setting5m underwater · Lunch & dinner
Our tipBook weeks ahead — only 14 seats, 5 metres below the ocean surface
Koko Grill
Japanese Teppanyaki
Overwater teppanyaki restaurant with counter and table seating. The chefs work an open grill preparing Japanese-inspired seafood and wagyu. Sunset views over the Indian Ocean from every seat.
SettingOverwater · Dinner only
Our tipThe teppanyaki counter seats are the best in the house
Vilu
International
Relaxed indoor restaurant with one of the deepest wine lists in the Maldives. International menu with a focus on grilled meats, fresh seafood, and seasonal specials. A quieter alternative to Atoll Market.
SettingIndoor · Lunch & dinner
Our tipThe wine list is one of the deepest in the Maldives
Mandhoo
Spa Cuisine
Garden-set spa cuisine restaurant serving the lightest, healthiest menu on the island. Clean flavours, local ingredients, and guilt-free portions designed to complement spa treatments and active days.
SettingGarden · Lunch & dinner
Our tipThe lightest, healthiest menu on the island — perfect mid-stay
Ufaa by Jereme Leung
Chinese
Celebrity Chef Jereme Leung's signature overwater Chinese restaurant. Dim sum, Peking duck, and regional Chinese dishes served in a contemporary overwater pavilion. One of the few celebrity chef venues in the Maldives.
SettingOverwater · Dinner only
Our tipCelebrity Chef Jereme Leung's dim sum is worth the supplement
Sunset Grill
Steak & Seafood
Beachfront grill specialising in prime cuts and same-day catch from the resort's own fishermen. Charcoal-grilled steaks, lobster, and reef fish under the stars on the western beach.
SettingBeachfront · Dinner only
Our tipThe freshest catch arrives daily from the resort's own fishermen
Rangali Bar
Cocktails
The resort's main social hub — an overwater bar with live music, cocktails, and sunset views. The widest drinks menu on the island, from classic cocktails to premium spirits.
SettingOverwater · Live entertainment
Our tipLive music and the widest cocktail menu make this the evening hub
The Quiet Zone
Cocktails
Adults-only overwater lounge designed for calm. Cocktails, mocktails, and light bites in a deliberately hushed atmosphere — the escape within the escape.
SettingAdults-only · Overwater lounge
Our tipAdults-only and deliberately hushed — the escape within the escape
Wine Cellar
Wine Bar
Underground wine cellar with guided tastings, pairing dinners, and a curated collection spanning Old World and New World labels. Sommelier-led experiences bookable in advance.
SettingUnderground cellar
Our tipThe sommelier tastings are worth booking in advance
Aaraha Champagne Bar
Cocktails
Overwater champagne bar serving premium bubbles by the glass and bottle with gourmet canapés. A refined sunset alternative to the livelier Rangali Bar.
SettingOverwater · Champagne & canapés
Our tipThe canapé pairings elevate this above a standard champagne pour
Cheese & Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Intimate wine bar with a curated cheese selection, fondue, and tapas. Regular wine tastings led by the resident sommelier in a cosy, cellar-like setting.
SettingIndoor · Tapas & fondue
Our tipThe cheese fondue for two is a unique Maldives experience
Meal Plans
Dining Inclusions
Four plans from bed-and-breakfast through all-inclusive. The AI covers most restaurants and house beverages; Ithaa and Ufaa carry supplements regardless of plan. Half Board adds dinner at select venues; Full Board adds lunch.
Plan
Restaurants
Alcohol
Minibar
~pp/day
Bed & Breakfast
Atoll Market (breakfast)
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—
Included
Half Board
BB + dinner at select restaurants
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—
+$140
Full Board
BB + lunch + dinner
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—
+$200
All-Inclusive
All restaurants + house beverages
House
—
+$250
Bed & BreakfastIncluded
Atoll Market (breakfast)
Alcohol —Minibar —
Half Board+$140 pp/day
BB + dinner at select restaurants
Alcohol —Minibar —
Full Board+$200 pp/day
BB + lunch + dinner
Alcohol —Minibar —
All-Inclusive+$250 pp/day
All restaurants + house beverages
Alcohol HouseMinibar —
Experiences & Activities
Your Days on the Island
South Ari Atoll is the world's best address for whale sharks — near-daily encounters within a short boat ride. The PADI 5-Star dive centre, Nemo submarine, and 9-room Spa Retreat with overwater glass-floor pavilion round out a resort that caters to every pace, from adrenaline to absolute stillness.
Water Sports & Diving
PADI 5-Star Dive Centre · South Ari whale sharks · Nemo submarine
Whale shark excursionsNear-daily sightings year-round · South Ari Atoll is the global hotspot
Nemo submarine toursUndersea viewing without getting wet — rare in the Maldives
House reef snorkeling60%+ coral coverage · reef sharks, turtles, rays from shore
Kayaking & stand-up paddleboarding
Jet ski & motorized water sports
Catamaran sailing
Glass-bottom boat tours
South Ari Atoll. South Ari is the world's most reliable year-round whale shark destination. Conrad's PADI 5-Star dive centre runs daily whale shark excursions alongside a full PADI curriculum from beginner through Divemaster. The Whale Submarine (Nemo) offers undersea tours for non-divers — one of only a handful operating in the Maldives.
The Spa Retreat9 treatment rooms · overwater glass-floor pavilions
Couples treatment suites
Overwater yoga pavilionDaily sessions at sunrise and sunset
Balinese & Ayurvedic treatments
Fitness centreFull gym with ocean views · personal training available
Meditation & breathing sessions
Beauty salon
Hydrotherapy pool
The Spa Retreat. The Spa Retreat occupies its own island section with nine treatment rooms including overwater pavilions with glass floors — watch the reef while you're treated. Holistic Balinese and Ayurvedic therapies, couples suites, and a dedicated yoga pavilion on the water's edge.
Sports & Recreation
Tennis · gym · 2 pools · nightly entertainment
2 swimming poolsMain pool and quiet pool on separate islands
Floodlit tennis court
Beach volleyball
Table tennis & billiards
Nightly entertainmentLive bands, Bodu Beru drumming, DJ nights at Rangali Bar
Wine tasting eveningsSommelier-led sessions in the underground Wine Cellar
Cooking classesMaldivian and international cuisine workshops
Bicycle rentalComplimentary bikes to explore both islands
Furaavaru teen programmeAges 12–16 · snorkeling, photography, island exploration
Marine biology sessions for kidsGuided reef education and conservation activities
Babysitting$20/hr · advance booking recommended
Children's poolShallow pool with supervision
Arts & crafts sessions
Treasure hunts & island adventures
Family snorkeling excursions
Majaa Kids Club. Majaa Kids Club runs daily for ages 3 to 12, free of charge, from 8:30am to 7pm. Activities include marine biology sessions, arts and crafts, treasure hunts, and supervised pool time. Furaavaru (ages 12–16) offers snorkeling trips, photography sessions, and island exploration. Babysitting is available at $20 per hour.
Family & Kids
Family-Friendly Features
Majaa Kids Club (3-12, free, 8:30am-7pm) covers arts, marine biology, and treasure hunts while Furaavaru gives teens 12-16 their own snorkeling trips and photography sessions. The Two Bedroom Beach Suite and Family Water Villa with Pool both have space for larger families. Babysitting at $20/hr and the Nemo submarine make this a resort where kids genuinely have their own agenda.
Majaa Kids Club
Ages 3-12 · 8:30am–7pm · Free
Under 12 Stay Free
Under 6 eat free
Babysitting
$20/hr
Shallow Lagoon
Calm, shallow water safe for young children
Teen Program
Dedicated activities for teenagers
Highlights for Kids
Nemo submarine toursWhale shark snorkelingMarine biology sessionsFuraavaru teen programme
Family Villa Options
Two Bedroom Beach SuiteFamily Water Villa with Pool
Snorkeling & Marine Life
House Reef & Underwater
8.5
Excellent House Reef
Lux Atolls Reef Score · top 10% of Maldives resorts
South Ari Atoll is the global epicentre for whale sharks, and Conrad's house reef reflects the richness of the surrounding waters. Over 60% live coral coverage, reef sharks patrolling the drop-off, hawksbill turtles cruising the shallows, and eagle rays on the sandy flats. The nearby atoll channels bring near-daily whale shark encounters — a short boat ride, not a distant excursion. Manta rays visit seasonally. The reef is accessible from shore with designated entry points on both islands.
Regularly spotted here (+8)
Reef Sharks
Blacktip and whitetip reef sharks on the house reef drop-off
Sea Turtles
Hawksbill and green turtles — regular sightings while snorkeling
Stingrays
Eagle rays and stingrays on sandy patches near the reef
Tropical Reef Fish
Parrotfish, butterflyfish, angelfish — excellent diversity on 60%+ coral
Octopus
Present on coral formations around both islands
Dolphins
Spinner dolphins on sunset cruises — reliable sightings in South Ari
Whale Sharks
Near-daily encounters year-round — South Ari is the world's top destination
Manta Rays
Seasonal visitors at cleaning stations within boat range
PADI dive center on-site. Night snorkeling available. Marine life observations sourced from dive logs and guest reports.
Getting There
Transfer from Malé
Thirty-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport, operated by Trans Maldivian Airways (TMA). South Ari Atoll is one of the closer seaplane routes — typically a direct flight with no island-hopping. Return transfer is approximately USD 675 per person.
Seaplane
TMA seaplane
Velana Airport → Rangali Island (30 min)
~$675 pp roundtrip
Seaplane daylight only. Arrivals after ~3:30pm need airport overnight or domestic flight. We arrange both.
Resort island map — Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Our Take
Who This Resort is For
Conrad Rangali wrote the modern Maldives playbook: Ithaa Undersea was the prototype for every undersea restaurant that followed, and The Muraka remains the only undersea residence on earth. Add South Ari's whale sharks, a renovated villa portfolio (2022), and seven restaurants spanning teppanyaki to spa cuisine, and the resort justifies its position among the world's most awarded hotels. The dual-island layout gives it a sense of scale few competitors match.
Ideal for
Bucket-list seekers wanting Ithaa Undersea Restaurant — the world's first and most iconic underwater dining experience
Whale shark enthusiasts — South Ari delivers near-daily encounters year-round, with a PADI 5-Star centre on site
Honeymooners and celebrators — The Muraka underwater bedroom is the ultimate once-in-a-lifetime splurge
Families who want luxury depth — Majaa kids club, teen programme, and family villas mean children are genuinely catered for
Consider elsewhere if
Budget travellers — villa rates start at $700/night before transfers and meals; this is firmly ultra-luxury territory
Those wanting a boutique feel — 150 villas across two islands means a large resort footprint and dual-island logistics
Guests who dislike supplements — Ithaa and Ufaa carry additional charges even on the all-inclusive plan
Season & Pricing Guide
Dec 20 – Jan 10Peak · Highest rates
Jan – AprHigh · +30–50%
May – JunShoulder · +10–20%
Jul – NovLow · Best value
Peak season fills 4+ months ahead. Shoulder season offers the best balance of weather, price and availability.
Why Book Through Lux Atolls
More Than Just a Booking
What you get with us vs. booking direct or through a generic OTA
Book with Lux Atolls
Best rate guarantee on partner resorts — we match or beat what you find elsewhere
Exclusive package inclusions negotiated through our direct resort relationships
Transparent pricing — transfers, taxes, and meal plans quoted upfront, no hidden fees
Personal trip advisor — villa matching, meal plan guidance, and honest recommendations
Maldives-only expertise — we know every reef, transfer route, and seasonal sweet spot
Direct resort contact — if something needs fixing, we call the GM, not a call centre
No booking fees, no hidden charges — the price we quote is the price you pay
Book Through Others
Published rack rate — no negotiated extras
No package inclusions beyond the standard rate
Transfer costs and taxes added at checkout
Generic customer support with no local knowledge
One-size-fits-all recommendations across dozens of destinations
Issues routed through a ticketing system, not a person
Hidden fees and service charges added late in the process
Frequently Asked Questions
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island — FAQ
How do you get to Conrad Maldives Rangali Island?
By seaplane from Velana International Airport, approximately 30 minutes. Seaplanes operate daylight hours only, so late arrivals may need an airport hotel overnight. Return transfer is approximately USD 675 per person.
What is Ithaa Undersea Restaurant?
Ithaa is the world's first all-glass undersea restaurant, sitting 5 metres below the Indian Ocean surface. It seats only 14 guests and serves contemporary European seafood. Booking well in advance is essential as it fills quickly. A supplement applies regardless of meal plan.
Can you swim with whale sharks at Conrad Maldives?
Yes. South Ari Atoll is the world's most reliable year-round whale shark destination. The resort runs daily snorkeling excursions to nearby encounter sites, with sightings on almost every trip. No diving certification required.
How much does Conrad Maldives cost per night?
Nightly rates start from approximately USD 700 for a Deluxe Beach Villa in low season. Water villas begin at USD 800 and pool villas from USD 1,200. Seaplane transfers add approximately USD 675 per person return. Meal plans range from included breakfast to all-inclusive at +$250 per person per day.
What is The Muraka at Conrad Maldives?
The Muraka is the world's first undersea hotel residence — a two-level structure with a master bedroom 5 metres below the surface surrounded by the living reef. At 550 sqm with a private pool, it's the resort's ultimate accommodation. Pricing is on request.
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