16 fun facts we bet you didn't know about One&Only Reethi Rah

The One&Only Reethi Rah offers 128 gorgeous, roomy villas to stay in either with a beach right outside your door or built out over the water - so you’re right on the glimmering edge of the ocean. They’re both complete magic. Whether you choose a water villa or a beach villa, the views will blow your mind. 

The resort features an award-winning spa, a peaceful sanctuary you’ll fall in love with. Can you see yourself relaxing in a place so calm, chilled and luxurious you can feel your troubles and concerns drifting away? What a superb way to renew yourself and bring your body and mind to a state of total relaxation. No wonder people refer to these islands as paradise…

Eat out somewhere different every night for eight nights, then start again. The cuisine is always mouth-watering, always superbly prepared, and always varied. Each of the resort’s eight fabulous restaurants has a sophisticated bar, too. When the cuisine is this good, this fresh and this expertly prepared, every bite you eat is sheer pleasure.  

Your Reethi Rah Maldives holiday comes complete with a climbing wall, fitness centre, diving centre, spa, KidsOnly club, a special club for teens, and three glorious pools. What’s your holiday style? Do you revel in chilled days when you do nothing more than watch the wonders of this spectacular location go by? Or if you’re keen to maintain your hard-won fitness levels while on holiday, it’s perfectly equipped. And you’ll always know for sure that the youngsters in your group are safe and entertained, having the best possible time. Reethi Rah has it all covered. 

The villas at Reethi Rah are spectacular. But there’s more. If you have a large party or you simply want to enjoy the ultimate in luxurious living, you can book a huge private residence with stylish outdoor living spaces, ensuite bedrooms, rainshowers, enormous baths, a pool, and total, blessed privacy. Designed to soothe the body, soul and mind, the unique lagoon views are unbelievably lovely.

How do you get to the island? You fly into Malé International airport then travel onwards by speedboat, yacht or seaplane. Pretty cool, huh? It means the travel part, the getting there element of your island adventure, is just as exciting as the experiences you’ll enjoy once you arrive. Sit back, love the scenery, leave your troubles behind. That’s what this place is all about.

Go diving or snorkelling to encounter more than 2,000 different types of fish and other fascinating water-dwellers.  Huge creatures, like the whale shark and oddities like the jenkin whipray, along with a multitude of other wonderful creatures from the ray family can be found here.

You won’t forget your first sighting of the enormous oceanic manta ray in a hurry! These clear, balmy waters are home to many different kinds of colourful reef fish too, in rainbow shades and extraordinary shapes - pipefish, lion fish, cornet fish, and the hind family of vividly-coloured fish. You will adore discovering the magic and if your party includes children, they’ll go wild for it.

Every villa at the resort has its own remarkable aqua bed, carved from stone and the perfect way to relax in the sparkling blue waters. Can you imagine yourself chilling in the lovely calm waters in great comfort and style? Your holiday photos are going to be totally spectacular...

What’s your time zone at the resort? Reethi Rah is an hour ahead of Malé time, so you get even more glorious daylight. For those wondering, this means you’ll be 6 hours ahead of UK time.

There’s free Wi-Fi across the resort, great for keeping the kids entertained and the perfect way to plug yourself into the outside world – which feels a very long way away here – if you wish. If you prefer, ignore it and spend your time in total relaxation. No emails, no internet, no calls, no streaming or downloading, and absolutely no intrusions.  

It’s not the type you can upload all your Instagram photo’s to (we imagine you’ll be doing a lot of that), but resort guests will be given a special mobile upon arrival for any bookings or special requests. Just call and a friendly member of staff will make it happen for you. You’ll also have your very own concierge on hand whenever you need them. 

One thing to remember. Drones take awesome footage, but this place is all about privacy and discretion, somewhere people can truly chill amid a tranquil setting. That’s why, to maintain your safety and privacy, it’s forbidden to take any drone footage at the resort - or anywhere on the island.

Gordon Ramsay, Milla Jovovich, Russell Crowe, David Beckham and Tom Cruise have all enjoyed holidays in this spectacular luxury resort since the official One&Only Reethi Rah opening. A sign that you’re in very good company, making the kind of quality choices made by some of the world’s best-loved and respected celebrities.

Make the most of the 12 secluded beaches, including Turtle Beach in the centre of the island. This unique private island offers picture postcard stretches of soft white sand, where the turquoise seas gently lap. Perfect for a romantic stroll, or ideal for a relaxing swim in the clean, clear water. Every beach is unique, offering an experience you’ll dream about for years to come. 

One&Only Reethi Rah Instagram account has 181,000 followers, revealing how much people love the look of this luxurious retreat. It’s gorgeous at every turn. The beach villas are a masterpiece in classic interior decor, they're rich in real wood, stone, and feature dreamy white linens. It’s blissful stuff. Oversized bathtubs, breathtaking beach views, and a wonderful sunbathing deck for sunrise breakfasts and sunset siestas. The water villas are just as tranquil and dreamy, the kind of accommodation that makes the perfect backdrop for shareable holiday photos. 

Three unique swimming pools await you, each in a stunning tropical setting.  

The family-friendly infinity pool provides mini atolls with hammocks and lots of lovely natural inlets for water-based kiddie fun. There’s a KidsOnly pool with its own lifeguards, plus mini poolside sun loungers for little ones. And the adults-only Lap Pool is a full 30m long, stretching out into the lagoon and featuring an astonishing immersive design - a Jacuzzi, carved stone lounge bed, and thatched break-out space complete the picture. 

The resort's Water Villas, Beach Villas, and Grand Residences also have private pools. Or, head for relaxing vitality pool and gorgeous steam and sauna facilities at the onsite spa.