Hotel Overview
This beautiful award winning resort truly embraces authentic Maldivian luxury.
This award-winning resort offers an authentic Maldivian luxury escape. Ayada sits in the Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll in the south of the country, which makes this resort feel truly secluded and peaceful. This resort is known for the pristine waters surrounding the island that is home to a vibrant coral reef teeming with life. The genuine Maldivian style of the resorts adds a charming luxury to the island, with thatched roofs and impeccable service makes this resort special. On land, guests can enjoy the swimming pool, kids pool, fitness centre, relaxing yoga sessions, steam room and sauna, infinity pool, tennis courts, cycling routes, library, games rooms and more. There is a wealth of activities going on throughout the day too, like aerobics, tennis lessons and island fishing. The resort is home to a 5* PADI certified diving school where the expert team of multilingual instructors teach courses for all abilities. There are also many thrilling water sports offered including surfing, windsurfing, jet skiing and wakeboarding. For an enriching stay explore the bespoke excursions available like sunset fishing or a glass-bottomed boat tour, there is plenty to try out and discover. The villas at Ayada are truly luxurious and cosy, with warm furnishings and exposed timber features. The villas have stunning views and a homely atmosphere to make guests feel comfortable. There are eight dining options providing a range of top-quality innovative cuisines. Ocean Breeze sits over the water and serves modern European dishes from a seasonal menu. Mizu serves Japanese Teppanyaki, where the chef will prepare fresh dishes in front of you adding theatre to your meal. Kai serves their interpretation of Asian regional specialities using fresh seafood ingredients. Zero Degree is a poolside dining at its best, serving a simple tasty menu of international dishes. Magu is the resort’s main restaurant, serving a showcase of international foods in a buffet style. Sea Salt serves freshly grilled meats and seafood on the beach under the stars. The Ottoman lounge is an authentic taste of Turkish elegance, serving speciality Turkish teas and coffees. The Ile De Joie is the unique wine and cheese island, perfect for a pre-dinner aperitif or a catch up with friends.
Garden Villa
Hidden in the lush tropical greenery, the Garden Villas are a perfect retreat for those looking to relax in a stunning private setting. Garden Villas offer a spacious bathroom with a large bath tub and outdoor shower, as well as a garden veranda. Garden Villas are only steps away from all resort facilities.
Beach Pool Villa
The Beach Villas, positioned along the pristine expanse of white sandy beaches, present a haven of tranquillity and luxury, covering an expansive 103 sqm of beachfront space. These well-appointed beachfront retreats feature a spacious bedroom, an ample terrace for savouring the picturesque surroundings, and a secluded garden boasting a private plunge pool. Nestled within the serene back courtyard is a bathroom that beckons with a bathtub and a rejuvenating outdoor shower. Enhancing the experience, a HARMAN KARDON surround sound system envelops guests in immersive auditory pleasure, while a Nespresso machine and tea-making facilities cater to their beverage preferences. With direct access to the beach, visitors can seamlessly step onto the soft, powdery sands and immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the Indian Ocean. The Beach Villas offer the perfect blend of relaxation and luxury, culminating in an unforgettable beachfront retreat.
Sunset Beach Suite with Pool
These spacious beachfront suites offer a large living space with both indoor and outdoor shower, a spacious outdoor terrace and a secluded garden with a private pool and direct beach access. Sunset Beach Suites are located on the part of the island where sunsets are the most beautiful.
Ocean Villa with Pool
Perched gracefully over the lagoon, these over-water villas offer a serene sanctuary. Guests can relax on ocean hammocks, lulled by the gentle waves, or take a refreshing dip in the private plunge pool. Uninterrupted views of the horizon and direct lagoon access enhance the experience. These villas feature a bedroom, a spacious terrace with a hammock, and a luxurious bathroom with a bathtub and outdoor shower. Guests can enjoy a HARMAN KARDON sound system and Nespresso machine, making for a perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty in this unforgettable retreat.
Sunset Lagoon Suite with Pool
Resting on the land with the outdoor terrace over the ocean, these suites combine the unique features of both the beach villa in the tropical garden and the magical view on the lagoon that are provided by the water villas. These suites offer a large area encompassing a living and bedroom area complete with a bathroom open in the intimate garden. The spacious outdoor terraces offer plush swing sofas, plunge pool to further enhance the tranquil setting and a direct lagoon access.
Family Beach Suite with Pool
The Beach Family Suites offer an unparalleled family getaway, seamlessly combining interconnected Beach Suites and a Beach Villa to provide both privacy and easy access for all family members. Ensuring absolute seclusion, lush tropical vegetation envelops the private pool, featuring a sun terrace, sun loungers, an umbrella, and an outdoor dining table. Indoors, guests will find king-sized canopy beds, a spacious bathroom with twin sinks, both indoor and outdoor showers, and a generously sized terrazzo bathtub, elevating beachfront living to the pinnacle of pleasure. These suites offer two bedrooms with a spacious veranda, two private gardens with refreshing plunge pools, two bathrooms designed for indulgence, and a comfortable sitting area for relaxation. Additional amenities include a HARMAN KARDON surround sound system and a Nespresso machine with tea-making facilities. With direct beach access, families can step onto the soft, powdery sands and immerse themselves in the serene beauty of the Indian Ocean, creating unforgettable memories in these Beach Family Suites.
Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with Pool
Sunset Family Lagoon Suite are resting on the land with the outdoor terrace over the ocean, these suites are perfect for families, they combine the unique features of both the tropical garden and the magical view on the lagoon. These villas offer a large area encompassing one King size bed and 2 single beds complete with a large bathroom open in the intimate garden. The spacious outdoor terraces offer plunge pool to further enhance the tranquil setting and a direct lagoon access.
Sunset Ocean Suite with Pool
Welcome to the Sunset Ocean Suites, where guests are welcomed into a world of absolute luxury and serenity perched over the Indian Ocean. These exclusive water villa suites offer an exquisite retreat.
The master bedroom, adorned with opulent furnishings, boasts a private bathroom for ultimate convenience. A living area, featuring a captivating glass floor panel, allows guests to peer into the captivating underwater world below. An additional bathroom and pantry area add to the convenience of this haven.
Step outside onto the expansive sundeck, complete with a private pool, sunbeds, and three inviting hammocks that sway in the breeze, offering unparalleled relaxation and breathtaking views of the horizon. The bathroom, designed for indulgence, includes a bathtub, shower, and an outdoor shower, providing an immersive tropical experience.
Guests can elevate their experience with the HARMAN KARDON surround sound system and enjoy coffee from the Nespresso machine or tea from the provided facilities. Direct access to the lagoon beckons, inviting guests to explore the azure waters at their leisure.
In the Sunset Ocean Suites, guests are not mere visitors; they are masters of their own private paradise. This sanctuary seamlessly combines luxury and natural beauty, delivering an unforgettable escape that transcends the ordinary, offering endless serenity and boundless beauty over the Indian Ocean.
Sunset Ocean Family Suite with Pool
Sunset Ocean Family Suites are ideal for families travelling with older children, these west-facing over-water suites have two bedrooms; one with a glass floor panel and shower room, and the master bedroom with en suite full bathroom with separate tub and shower. Outside is a huge sundeck with dining table, over-water hammock, private pool, sun loungers, daybed and steps into the ocean below. Floor-to-ceiling windows line one side of both bedrooms ensuring direct access to the terrace and endless views of the horizon.
Ayada Royal Ocean Suite
Perched at the jetty’s edge, the Duplex Split Level Presidential Suite is a private island sanctuary. This two-story suite features spacious bedrooms on the ground and upper floors, a luxurious living area, and an upper-floor terrace providing a 180-degree view of the Indian Ocean and horizon, ensuring complete privacy.
With two bedrooms, a living room, and an expansive terrace featuring a private pool and hammock, this suite offers an indulgent escape. Glass floor panels in the bedrooms and living room allow guests to glimpse the underwater world.
The suite’s bathroom boasts a bathtub, shower, and outdoor shower for a tropical experience. A HARMAN KARDON surround sound system, Nespresso machine, and tea facilities add to the experience. Direct lagoon access invites you to explore the azure waters.
In this Duplex Split Level Presidential Suite, luxury and natural beauty unite, providing an unforgettable escape above the Indian Ocean.
Ocean Breeze
Serving modern European dishes subject to seasonal changes, using fresh local produce. The grilled seafood, home-made pasta, and fine steak are favourites.
Perched over the water this stylish spot is open for lunch and dinner.
Mizu
Mizu is a Japanese Teppanyaki bar, serving delicious fish, meat and vegetables skilfully cooked by an expert Japanese Teppanyaki chef. Pair your dinner with the extensive list of sakes and wines.
Set on the beach, this open-air spot is intimate and tranquil, enjoy a peaceful atmosphere and ocean views.
Kai
Serving an exquisite range of far-eastern and Asian specialities.
Hidden away in the tropical greenery of the island this secluded spot is open for dinner in the evenings. With calm reflecting pools and oriental-inspired decor this is a memorable dining experience.
Zero Degree
Serving a simple menu of international classics, including crips fresh salads, and European and Asian dishes.
Set by the poolside this lively eatery enjoys a live DJ, LED lighting display, open air movies. Guest can choose to dine barefoot with feet dipped into the cooling water of the pool, under a traditional thatched roof or in one of the poolside cabanas.
Magu (Main restaurant)
Serves a generous international buffet with changing themes. Monday - intonational cuisines, Tuesday - Mediterranean, Wednesday - Maldivian and Sri Lankan, Thursday - Turkish, Friday - Mexican, Saturday - Asian, Sunday - classic roast.
Open for breakfast and dinner, this impressive restaurant is set by the beach with a relaxed and friendly.
Sea Salt
Serving a mouthwatering BBQ.
Set directly on the beach this informal beach BBQ is under the stars with endless sea views.
