Home & Decor Malaysia – July 2019

(Chris Devlin) #1
For more information visit www.
rafflesmaldives.com/meradhoo.

OPPOSITE
A circular
dining room
allows guests
a 360-degree
view of the
surrounding
ocean.
LEFT
The resort is
situated on two
separate islands
of the Gaafu
Alifu Atoll.
BELOW
The beachfront
villas open out
to white sandy
beaches.
BOTTOM
The open
and inviting
nature of the
architecture and
interior design
complements
the breathtaking
vistas around
the resort.

the resort’s Padi-certified
dive centre, guests are
assured of being ready to
explore the pristine waters.
The natural beauty of the
surroundings clearly inspired
the design of the property,
including the food and beverage
establishments. The alfresco
restaurant Thari is open for
breakfast, lunch and dinner;
Peruvian and Japanese fusion
restaurant Yuzu features
an immaculately decorated
space overlooking the water;
The Firepit gives guests the
opportunity to have dinner
under the stars; while Yapa
Sunset Bar – adjacent to Yuzu


  • and the Long Bar offer open-
    air beverage experiences. Also
    set over the water, the Raffles
    Spa offers luxury facials by
    Biologique Recherche, and a
    manicure and pedicure concept
    by Margaret Dabbs London.
    In this dream environment,
    guests also have access to a
    fitness centre, seaside yoga
    sessions and a vast array of
    water sports. Both through its
    concept and aesthetic, Raffles
    Maldives Meradhoo honours
    the beauty of nature.


good to
know

Although sunny
all year round, the
monsoon season in
the Maldives spans
May to October. The
best time to visit is
between November
and April.

the terraces encourage the
observation of marine life
beneath one’s feet at every
moment. Art curator Henny
Scott invited 14 artists to create
78 artworks inspired by the sea
theme and Maldives landscape.
Non-traditional materials
such as bamboo, ceramic,
lacquer, fabric and soil were
incorporated into the artworks.
Thanks to the hotel’s
resident marine biologist
and team of marine butlers,
guests can learn more about
the underwater world. With


text KARINE MONIE images RAFFLES MALDIVES MERADHOO
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