The newer, more contemporary half of a twin-island complex in the deep south — connected to Falhumaafushi by the longest private bridge in the Maldives. 79 all-pool villas, access to 9+ restaurants and two spas across both islands, plus year-round whale shark encounters. The trade-off: a domestic flight plus speedboat, not a quick seaplane.
since 2022
The Residence vs. Other Resorts
Where this resort sits across the dimensions that matter most when choosing a Maldives property.
Choose Your Villa
Every villa at Dhigurah comes with a private pool — no exceptions. 12 categories span beach, overwater, sunset, and multi-bedroom residences. Sizes start at 150 sqm and go up to the 800 sqm Presidential Suite. The sunset-facing water villas at the end of the jetty are the standout.
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.
5 Restaurants + 4 via Bridge
Five restaurants on Dhigurah plus access to all four restaurants on sister island Falhumaafushi via the 1km bridge — giving guests 9+ dining options in total. The bridge makes this one of the most restaurant-rich resort experiences in the Maldives. Half board covers The Dining Room; full board adds Café del Sol and The Beach Club.
Dining Inclusions
Half board (breakfast + dinner at The Dining Room) is the standard option, with the flexibility to dine at Li Bai on included nights. Full board adds lunch at Café del Sol or The Beach Club. No all-inclusive is available — but the bridge to Falhumaafushi's restaurants means you can dine à la carte across both islands.
| Plan | Restaurants | Alcohol | Minibar | ~pp/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Half Board | Dining Room (B+D) + Li Bai | — | — | Included |
| Full Board | HB + Café del Sol / Beach Club (L) | — | — | +$60 |
Your Days on the Island
The twin-island setup and deep south location create a unique activities portfolio — whale shark encounters year-round (unique to Gaafu Alifu), a PADI 5-star dive centre, and access to both islands' facilities via the 1km bridge. The bridge walk itself is an activity — spot marine life from above at sunset.
Family-Friendly Features
The Kids Club at The Residence Dhigurah runs daily activities for ages 4–12 on a long natural island connected to sister resort Falhumaafushi by a 1-kilometre bridge — the longest resort jetty in the Maldives. Children can walk between the two resorts and access all dining and facilities, effectively doubling the family experience.
House Reef & Underwater
Shore entry · 250+ coral species · Year-round whale sharks nearby
Direct beach villa entry · Exceptional visibility · Deep south marine diversity · Euro-Divers PADI 5-Star
An excellent house reef with direct shore entry from the beach villas. The deep south Gaafu Alifu location near the equator means warmer water year-round, exceptional visibility, and marine diversity that rivals UNESCO-protected atolls. The highlight: year-round whale shark sightings in nearby channels — something almost no other atoll can claim. Green and hawksbill turtles are resident, and manta rays visit seasonally.
PADI dive center on-site. Night snorkeling available. Marine life observations sourced from dive logs and guest reports.
Transfer from Malé
Dhigurah is in the deep south — Gaafu Alifu atoll, roughly 400km from Malé. No seaplane reaches this far; it's a domestic flight to Kooddoo Airport plus a short speedboat. The journey is part of the experience, and the resort handles everything from Malé airport arrival.
Who This Resort is For
Dhigurah is the modern, all-pool half of one of the most unusual resort concepts in the Maldives. The twin-island bridge effectively doubles your options — 9+ restaurants, two pools, two islands to explore. Combine that with year-round whale sharks and some of the most pristine diving in the country, and you get a resort that rewards the longer journey to reach it.
Ideal for
- Whale shark enthusiasts — year-round sightings in Gaafu Alifu, unique to the deep south
- Couples wanting variety without sacrificing privacy — twin-island concept with 9+ restaurants
- Serious divers — Euro-Divers PADI 5-Star, pristine deep south sites, night diving
- Guests wanting remote luxury without total isolation — the bridge to Falhumaafushi adds social variety
- Families — kids club, spacious multi-bedroom villas up to 800 sqm
Consider elsewhere if
- Quick getaways — the domestic flight adds time and cost vs seaplane resorts
- Budget travellers — premium pricing plus transfer costs
- Those wanting all-inclusive — not available, though full board covers most needs
- Guests who prefer single-island intimacy — the twin-island concept is the opposite of that
More inclusions than booking direct
Everything bundled into the package price above — taken directly from the package terms we'll honour at booking time.
- Accommodation staying at The Residence Maldives Dhigurah
- Meet & greet at the airport arrival gate by a representative Residence Maldives Dhigurah
- Complimentary cold towel and welcome drink on arrival
- Breakfast, lunch & Dinner dine around at both resorts
- Unlimited alcoholic & non-alcoholic drinks at both resorts
- In-room Minibar with beer, bottled juices, soft drinks, Cashew nuts & chips (refilled once daily)
- Complimentary access at Moonimaa Lounge Male Airport on Arrival with snacks and beverage & internet access
- 43-inch Smart TV in the bedroom, personal safe, coffee machine with daily refillable capsules.
- Daily supply of 3 bottles of bottled drinking water (1000ml) per villa
- Complimentary access to the common beach pool with comfortable sun lounges & towels.
- Complimentary bicycles to explore the resort
- Shared Buggy transfers around the islands
- Complimentary yoga class; Sunrise or Sunset (based on scheduled classes and available on sign up while in the resort)
- Complimentary use of gymnasium
- Complimentary use of non-motorized water sport (excluding lessons)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in the villas + access to The Library Bar with access to a selection of books, board games, internet services or select the DVDs (available at Front Office) to watch in the comfort of your villa
- Access to Castaway Island via 1.2km Long Bridge
- Snorkelling equipment for use throughout the stay
- Non-motorised water sports (Kayak and Stand-Up Paddle board)
- Movie Under the Stars available once a week based on resort's schedule
- DJ music night at The Beach Club - based on resort's schedule
- The Residence Weekly Activities such as Golf putting, billiard, Chef's Carving classes, and Marine Talk
- Turtle Kids' Club with Kids and Teens activities and games for child aged 3-17-year-old from 0900hrs to 1800hrs
- Only Honeymooners will receive A bottle of wine on arrival, 10% discount at The Spa by Clarins, A sunset cocktail for two with canapés at The Beach Bar (once during the stay), A romantic in-villa bath set up (once during the stay), An in-villa breakfast during the stay (once during the stay)
