Anantara Dhigu Resort is surrounded by soft, white sand beach on Dhigufinolhu Island in the Maldives’ South Malé Atoll, a 35-minute speedboat journey from the island nation’s international airport. The lagoon is shared with two sister islands Anantara Veli Resort and Naladhu Maldives, giving you access to a wider range of dining options, activities and facilities.

The villas and suites offer a choice of room types that are either poised over the water or nestled on unspoiled sands. Choose between villas perfectly positioned to catch the sunrise or sunset, or those that have their own private plunge pool. Among Maldives luxury resort, Anantara Dhigu is outstanding with its choice of stylishly designed villas and suites. A number of these villas come with direct access to the powdery white beach and all only steps away from the tranquil lagoon.

The resort provides a harmonious combination of both the romantic, adventure and family friendly. From the moment you arrive, peer into the crystal waters below the jetty at puffer fish, sting rays and baby reef sharks. Head to the over water spa for a day of wellness and pampering.

Hide away from the world with lazy days in a shaded hammock, drift slowly underwater through the reefs or thrill the family with adventures that include world-class scuba diving, surfing and deep sea fishing. Take a short pontoon ride to the island of Gulifushi, picnic on the deserted beaches and experience some of the best snorkeling in the Maldives.

The cuisine at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort is an inspiring Maldives restaurant gastronomic experience. Dining is relaxed and informal, with an array of seafood and meat grills at SEA.FIRE.SALT., fine Italian cuisine at Terazzo and varying themed buffet dinners, to lighter meals poolside for lunch. Head over to the sister properties for Teppanyaki cuisine or authentic Thai dining overlooking the lagoon for an exquisite experience.

Sunrise/Sunset Beach Villa
Reminiscent of the idyllic Maldives resort bungalow, Anantara Dhigu Maldives’ 110 square metre Beach Villas are positioned to catch either the perfect sunrise or sunset off the shores of Dhigu. Watch the sky light up from you own sun terrace complete with sun loungers and a dining area for two. Indoors, you will be delighted with the large outdoor bathroom featuring a terrazzo bathtub semi indoor shower and outdoor rain shower, tropical vegetation, as well as a dressing room and minibar area behind the king bed. The classic island style of our luxury Maldives resort belies a host of modern comforts, including flat screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and mini bar.

Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.</p>

Sunset Pool Villa
Our Sunset Pool Villas comprise 162 square metres of prime luxury accommodation on Dhigu beach in the Maldives. Lounge on your own stretch of powder white sand, cool down in the villa&rsquo;s private plunge pool or take a stroll round the lush tropical island. Each Sunset Pool Villa at Anantara Dhigu Maldives is designed to offer the utmost in Maldives 5 star resort comfort, with locally sourced high-quality decor and an array of guest amenities. Facilities stretch from a terrazzo tub, outdoor rain shower and dressing room area to modern conveniences including flat-screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and mini bar.

Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults 2 children.

Anantara Pool Villa 
180 square metres of laid-back comfort awaits guests at the Anantara Pool Villas. Each of these beachfront Maldives villas features a plunge pool positioned just steps away from a white sandy beach. Catch the first rays of daylight each morning from the sun terrace complete with day bed, sun loungers and dining area. Anantara Dhigu Maldives completes the five-star resort experience with in-room comforts such as a terrazzo bathtub, separate dressing room area and king bed. Other facilities include flat screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and mini bar.

Maximum occupancy 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Sunset Family Villa 
Spanning 165 square metres, our Sunset Family Villa offers the perfect resort accommodation for families with small children. Taking in awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean at sunset, these Maldives villas feature a two bedroom villa, one king with enormous outdoor bathroom and terrazzo tub, plus a 2nd bedroom for the children with twin beds, enough room for an extra bed for a third child or cot as well as their own mini-size kids bathroom all located beach side with sundeck, sun loungers and tropical gardens that wind down to the beach. Indulge in world-class cuisine amid this glorious AL fresco setting, or retire indoors where you will find flat-screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and a mini bar in each bungalow.

Maximum occupancy 2 adults or 2 adults and 3 children.

Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa 
Spanning 400 square metres, the Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villas offer total comfort for either families with older children or groups of friends. Taking in awe-inspiring views of the Indian Ocean at sunset, these Maldives villas come with a private plunge pool, outer connecting the two beach villas is an expansive beachside deck with sun loungers and verdant tropical gardens that wrap around the space. Two adjoining sunset side beach villas, each comprising a bedroom with king bed, dressing room, bathroom with terrazzo tub, extra beds and baby cot on request. Indulge in world-class cuisine amid this glorious al fresco setting, or retire indoors where you will find flat-screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and a mini bar in each bungalow.

Maximum occupancy 6 adults or 4 adults or 4 children.

Sunrise/Sunset Over Water Suite
Suspended above the crystal clear water of the Indian Ocean, your 132 square metre Over Water Suite is designed to offer the ultimate experience among Maldives luxury hotels. Witness glorious sunrises or sunsets, depending on the aspect of the suite, from your personal over water sun deck. Lie back in the tub or take a swim in the crystal turquoise sea thanks to direct lagoon access. Each of Anantara Dhigu Maldives; Over Water Suites features a spacious indoor bathroom with lagoon views, a dressing room area, indoor and outdoor seating areas, and private sun loungers facing out to sea. In-room amenities include flat-screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and a mini bar.

Maximum occupancy 3 adults.

Anantara Over Water Pool Suite
Anantara Dhigu Resort & Spa Malidives; 180 square metre Over Water Pool Suites compile fastidiously designed indoor living space with your own expansive private deck and swimming pool with sunset views. The over water sun deck has loungers, a dining area and direct lagoon access for you to swim in the turquoise Indian Ocean, while indoors you will find a king bed, cool day bed and infinity-edge bathtub. The palatial space is finished in signature Anantara style, abound with island fabrics, silk cushions and teak furniture. Along with glorious ocean views and your own private pool, each room is also equipped with flat-screen satellite TV, MP3 player, CD/DVD player, and a mini bar.

Maximum occupancy 3 adults.

Barbecue grill(s)

Library

Picnic area

Bar/lounge

Fitness facilities

Children’s club

Full-service spa

24-hour front desk

Poolside bar

Beach umbrellas

Free breakfast

Spa treatment room(s)

Coffee shop or café

Beach sun loungers

Dry cleaning/laundry service

Pool sun loungers

Free WiFi

Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)

Free wired Internet

Outdoor pool

Children’s club (free)

Supervised childcare/activities (free)

Children’s pool

Safe-deposit box at front desk

Spa services on site

Luggage storage

Hair salon

Number of restaurants – 3

24-hour business center

Concierge services

Gift shops or newsstand

Designated smoking areas

Indoor tennis court

Outdoor tennis court

Pool umbrellas

Laundry facilities

Beach towels

Total number of rooms – 110

Garden

Tennis on site

Multilingual staff

Free newspapers in lobby

Snorkeling on site

Free bicycles on site

Fishing on site Surfing/boogie boarding on site

Volleyball on site Kayaking on site

Water skiing on site

Motor boating on site

Windsurfing on site

Parasailing on site

Yoga classes/instruction on site

Rowing or canoeing on site

Fushi Café

Breakfast on a lavish buffet of international favourites with live cooking stations, pastries fresh from the oven and an array of tropical fruits and juices.By night, savour an extensive buffet with changing themes – Indian Ocean, Japanese, Chinese, Italian – for a culinary experience that’s always fresh.

Sea.Fire.Salt.

Savour freshly caught Maldivian favourites such as reef fish, lobster and prawns, and prime-aged imported cuts from Australia. Have your dish flame-grilled, tandoori-style, wok-sautéed, or cooked to perfection in a wood-fired oven. Discover how different salts can accentuate your food with notes from our resident Salt Guru. Vegetarian options also available.

Terrazzo

Sample fresh seafood cooked in traditional Italian flavours – line-caught tuna carpaccio drizzled in extra virgin olive oil, handmade lobster ravioli with a lemon butter sauce. Enjoy a multi-sensory, private dining experience in the wine loft, where our Wine Guru will help you pair dishes to grapes from Italy’s varied regions.

Dining by Design

Follow the torches to a setting for two underneath a canopy of stars or a private faree tent. Dig your toes into the sand, as fresh grilled lobster is served on your dugout table by your private chef. Savour a wine tasting session by the lagoon amongst friends, or set sail for the day to a deserted island to enjoy the catch of the day.

73 Degrees

A lavish buffet breakfast offers exotic fruits and juices and live cooking stations from East and West.As the sun sets, return to 73 Degrees for a fine vintage from our extensive wine cellar, then enjoy each evening’s themed buffet – Maldivian favourites, fresh seafood, handmade pizzas and pastas.

Baan Huraa

Walk out over the lagoon and into a traditional teak house on stilts, magically lit with a sunset glow. With dishes designed to be shared as in Thailand, choose from an array of delicacies from across the kingdom – sour spicy salads from the Northeast, hot coconut curries from the South, beloved dishes from the Central Plains accompanied by fragrant jasmine rice.

Origami

Begin your evening with fresh sashimi and sushi creations, highlighting local catches of yellowfin. Enjoy Hokkaido scallops straight from the robata grill, or signature dishes such as thinly sliced seabass garnished with yuzu, truffle oil and salmon roe. For an entertaining evening, choose a teppanyaki menu of Wagyu beef and Alaskan king crab which is sliced, diced, sizzled and served before you.

Spice Spoons

A spicy tuna curry. The four flavours of tom yum goong. Both Thai and Maldivian cuisine feature fresh seafood and an abundance of coconut milk. Discover the chef in you, with step-by-step cooking classes held by our executive chef. Savour a freshly picked coconut as you dice, pound and stir. Enjoy your feast for lunch, then follow up with garnishing or table-setting classes.

Aqua Bar

Soak up the sun, cool off in the shade, or swim up to the bar for chilled refreshment. Enjoy a light lunch, small bites throughout the afternoon, and drinks all the way through twilight. Located poolside, Aqua also serves to the sun loungers and our popular ocean hammock.

Dhoni Bar

Enjoy all-day refreshments of iced coffees, smoothies and mocktails – as well as an array of gourmet sandwiches, paninis and wood-fired pizzas to whet your appetite. Grab your favourite flavour as the ice cream trolley makes its rounds. As sun sets, enjoy a glass of Champagne.

Sauna in spa

Spa tub in spa

Steam room in spa

Body wraps

Body treatments

Body scrubs

Facial treatments

Ayurvedic treatments

Massages