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Honeymoon Benefits
All Inclusive
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Ayada Maldives
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives
Located in the remote Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Ayada Maldives combines strong service, generous villa sizes and a more authentic Maldivian design aesthetic. All villas feature private pools, while the resort’s wide dining offering and award-winning AySpa add to its appeal for longer stays. The atoll is known for excellent diving and a more untouched feel compared to resorts closer to Malé. A strong choice for honeymooners and clients looking for privacy with a polished luxury experience.
Review
Ayada offers a relaxed yet lively atmosphere with a strong balance between couples and family appeal. The Turkish-inspired design gives the resort a more distinctive feel compared to many traditional Maldivian properties, while the lush vegetation around the beach villas adds excellent privacy. I also experienced first-hand the incredible surfing at Ayada and can absolutely attest to the quality of the waves, with areas suited to both beginners and experienced surfers. The spa was another standout and one of the strongest we experienced in the Maldives. Combined with beautiful accommodation, strong dining options, and excellent marine life, Ayada is a great entry-level luxury option that I’d highly recommend for a wide range of clients.
Maryna Pryimak
Reservations Market Lead - Spain
Transfers
Domestic Flight + Speed Boat Transfer ( 90 Mins )
Board Basis Options:
Half Board Dining, Full Board Dining, Crystal Package, Diamond Package, Breakfast
Island Size
medium
Reef Quality
Good House Reef
Room
Categories
Garden Villa
Nestled in tropical gardens, Garden Villas are perfect retreat for friends and family looking to reconnect in a stunning , private setting. Furnished with comfort in mind, villas includ a relaxing hammock in the garden terrace steps away from the resort facilities.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Beach Villa with Pool
Beach Villas with Pool offer peaceful relaxation with the privacy of the expansive outdoor veranda, surrounded by lush vegetation and complete with plunge pool, steps away from the beach.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Beach Suite with Pool
Ideal for families and friends, Beach Villa with Pool offer a larger individual bedroom and the option to interconnect internally. Positioned to capture infinite views of the ocean and sunrise, each villa comes with private outdoor terrace with a plunge pool and direct beach access.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Sunset Beach Suite with Pool
Offering views of the crystal lagoon, these expansive beachfront suites offer a large living area, spacious private outdoor veranda, plunge pool with jacuzzi and a garden area perfect for a romantic private dinners under the star. These villas also have direct beach access.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 2 Children
Sunset Lagoon Suite with Pool
Perched on the beach with an outdoor terrace over the water, these spacious suites comprise a large living and bedroom area complete with an expansive outdoor veranda. Plush swing sofas, sun loungers and plunge pool with jacuzzi further enhance the tranquil setting with direct lagoon access from the terrace.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
2 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Ocean Villa with Pool
Positioned over the turquoise lagoon, these over the water villas offer an idyllic setting for relaxing and contemplation. These spacious villas offer a private outdoor veranda, sun loungers, ocean hammocks, plunge pool, direct lagoon access and an uninterrupted view of the horizon.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Sunset Ocean Suite with Pool
Enjoy absolute luxury and the serenity of the Indian Ocean. Sunset Ocean Suite with Pool offer a master bedroom with private bathroom, a living room complete with a glass floor viewing panel, an additional bathroom, pantry area, and a spacious sundeck with ocean hammocks, sun loungers, plunge pool with jacuzzi and direct access to the lagoon.
Base Occupancy: 2 Adults
Max Occupancy:
3 Adults
or 2 Adults
and 1 Child
Royal Ocean Suite with Pool
Benefiting from its distinct prime location at the edge of the jetty, Royal Ocean Suite with Pool is a split-level presidential suite considered an island enclave that offers spacious bedrooms on the group and upper floors, complete with a lavish living area and upper floor terrace with 180 degrees view of the horizon.
Base Occupancy: 4 Adults
Max Occupancy:
6 Adults
or 5 Adults
and 1 Child
Sunset Ocean Family Suite with Pool
Ideal for families travelling with older children, the living room can be converted into a second bedroom equipped with twin beds and a private bedroom. The Suite offers a spacious sundeck with dining table, over-water hammock, plunge pool with jacuzzi, sun loungers and daybeds.
Base Occupancy: 3 Adults
Max Occupancy:
5 Adults
or 4 Adults
and 1 Child
Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with Pool
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 plush swing sofas, plunge pool to further enhance the tranquil setting and a direct lagoon access.
Base Occupancy: 3 Adults
Max Occupancy:
4 Adults
or 3 Adults
and 1 Child
Family Beach Suite with Pool
Beach Family Suites are Beach Suites interconnected with a Beach Villa, ensuring the family has privacy as well as direct access to each other when in need. To ensure absolute privacy, tropical vegetation screens the private pool with its sun terrace, loungers, umbrella, and outdoor dining table. Indoors, king-sized canopy beds, a spacious bathroom with twin sinks, indoor and outdoor showers, and a huge terrazzo bathtub make this style of beach-living a real pleasure. Guests staying in our suites are treated to a range of bathroom amenities.
Base Occupancy: 4 Adults
Max Occupancy:
5 Adults
or 4 Adults
and 1 Child
Food & Beverage
Magu Restaurant
Main restaurant showcasing a generous international buffet with daily changing themes. Several vegetarian and vegan dishes are served in Magu and all other restaurants to cater to dietary preferences of all our guests Set on the beach, this elegant restaurant has a peaceful central reflecting pool and is surrounded by lush tropical greenery. Diners have the option of sitting outside under the palm trees and wonderful Maldivian sky, or in an air-conditioned pavilion. Open for Breakfast & Dinner only.
Ocean Breeze
Named after its beautiful over-water location where the warmth of the sun is tempered by a refreshing breeze, this stylish restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and offers gourmets a tempting menu of modern European dishes. With regular seasonal changes to the menu, items such as grilled seafood, homemade pasta, and fine steaks are perennial favorites.
Mizu
The word Teppanyaki is derived from “Teppan” meaning iron hot plate and “Yaki” which means to grill or fry. The chef will prepare delicious fish, meat, and vegetarian dishes as guests watch him skillfully cook with precision. Mizu uses top-quality ingredients, and has an extensive choice of sakes and wines.
KAI
An exquisite range of far-eastern and Asian delicacies awaits in this gem of a restaurant hidden away amid tropical greenery. Open for dinner each evening, diners can choose from extensive sushi and sashimi list made from the freshest local seafood as well as classic interpretations of regional Asian specialties from China, Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam. The décor, with its calm reflecting pools and typical Japanese-inspired architecture, sets the scene for a memorable evening of fine dining.
Ile De Joie
Lovers of the finer things in life will adore this tiny over-water open-air cheese and wine bar over the lagoon. Truly an ‘island of joy’, this is home to the island’s fine wines cellar where oenophiles will enjoy perusing the eclectic wine list. The collection of specialty imported, hand-selected cheeses make this the perfect venue for open-air pre- or post-dinner relaxation over a fine cigar from the well-stocked humidor.
Ottoman Lounge
This far-flung outpost of the Ottoman empire graces the island with fine Turkish teas and coffee presented in the traditional manner in filigree silver- service. Ayada Maldives showcases the beauty and unique experience of sipping authentically brewed Turkish coffee and specialty teas in a lounge with low seating, as inspired by a traditional café in Turkey.
Zero Degree
restaurant and bar is where you’ll find poolside dining at its finest: a simple yet wide menu of international dishes that addresses all cravings from crisp fresh salads to European, Asian, and middle-eastern dishes. Guests can choose to dine barefoot in the water, under a thatched roof, in one of the poolside cabanas swathed in fabric, or of course for the ultimate sun lovers, the sunbeds by the pool. At night, thanks to its incredible LED lighting display, the pool transforms into a myriad of tiny stars, reflecting the incredible night skies for an unforgettable midnight swim.
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Facilities & Activities
Water Sports
Scuba Diving
Spa
Kids Club
Yoga
Gym
Tennis Court
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