Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives - Emboodhu Finolhu

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Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives - Emboodhu Finolhu
Po Box 2117 South Male Atoll, Emboodhu Finolhu, Maldives, 20117·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples54%
Families36%
Groups7%
Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Location9.6
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.1
Who stays here
Couples54%
Families36%
Groups7%
Solo3%

5-star award-winning resort on one of the largest natural lagoons in the Maldives

Rooms & Villas

The resort's 64 villas and suites are individually furnished with premium bedding and fine wood furnishings. Each villa offers a private sundeck and most include a personal plunge pool, with overwater options providing direct lagoon access. Room extras include a dental kit, slippers, and Chinese cable channels, while the 24-hour speedboat transfer from Malé International Airport takes only 15 minutes.

Spa & Wellness

The award-winning Jiva Spa provides personalized wellness treatments including Ayurvedic therapies, body scrubs, wraps, and facials. Guests can use the steam room, sauna, and outdoor pool, or join daily yoga classes and fitness sessions. The spa also offers a foot bath, spa lounge, and treatment packages for couples and wellness retreats.

Dining

Two acclaimed restaurants serve all-day dining and fine cuisine: 24 Degrees offers international dishes with a theatrical Teppanyaki kitchen, while The Deep End provides fine dining in an elegant setting. Breakfast is served à la carte with a wide selection of Indian, Korean, Thai, and Japanese vegetarian options. The Equator Bar features a cocktail-making class, afternoon tea, and a poolside snack menu with views of the lagoon.

Activities & Entertainment

The resort offers extensive water sports including diving, windsurfing, canoeing, snorkeling, and fishing, with complimentary snorkeling equipment provided. On land, guests can join cooking classes, cultural tours, evening entertainment, and themed dinner nights. The property also has a games room, indoor play area, and live music performances.

Family & Eco-Friendly Features

Families benefit from a kids' pool, children's playground, baby safety gates, board games, and kids' meals, with the resort offering a two-bedroom villa option. The hotel holds a platinum status for sustainable initiatives and maintains a private beach area with sun loungers and umbrellas. Additional services include a barber/beauty shop, designated smoking area, and facilities for disabled guests.

  • Awards: Best Resort in Asia & Second Best Resort in the World
  • Location: 15-min speedboat from Malé Airport, on largest natural lagoon
  • Villas: Private plunge pools, sundecks, overwater suites with lagoon views
  • Dining: Teppanyaki at The Deep End, Pan-Asian at 24 Degrees
  • Wellness: Jiva Spa with Ayurvedic therapies, yoga, steam room
  • Family: Kids' pool, children's playground, baby safety gates, board games
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A continental breakfast is served at affordable prices. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Bulgarian, Korean, Hindi, Persian, Tagalog / Filipino, Ukrainian
Building
Year renovated:2011
Number of rooms:62
Former name
taj exotica resort & spa
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Oceanfront Villa
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Presidential Two-Bedroom Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed or 1 Queen-size bed
Pool Overwater Villa
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting
Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
Facilities for kids

Game room

Children's play area

Children's pool

Children's menu

Private beach

Beach access

Private beach

Sun loungers

Beach umbrellas

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Playpen
  • Board games
  • Children's menu
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Ocean view
  • Pool view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Separate tub and shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathroom telephone

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Direct dial telephone
  • CD player
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

💵 Lowest room price 784 £
📏 Distance to centre 300 m
✈️ Distance to airport 3.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Male, MLE

Location

Po Box 2117 South Male Atoll, Emboodhu Finolhu, Maldives, 20117
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Po Box 2117 South Male Atoll, Emboodhu Finolhu, Maldives, 20117
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Po Box 2117 South Male Atoll, Emboodhu Finolhu, Maldives, 20117
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Embudhoo Express
20 m

Reviews of Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

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FAQ about Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel?
Embudhoo Express is 50 meters from the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel, and Embudu, which is approximately 10 minutes' drive away.
What is the nearest airport to the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
Male airport lies within 5 km of the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives and is reachable with an 8-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
Airport shuttle which will take you to Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives with an 8-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
Does the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives.
What payment methods are available in the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel?
At the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel, guests can pay using Visa, American Express, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel?
Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel provides such room types as Premium Villa, Lagoon Villa, and Lagoon Suite.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
Each room at the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives offers high-speed internet, some units feature private bathrooms along with hair dryers.
Does the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel can help you in Korean, Bulgarian, Hindi, Arabic, and Russian.
Are there any facilities for children at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
Yes, guests with children will have access to cots and baby safety gates available at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives.
Which facilities does the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel provide?
Top locations of the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives hotel include luggage storage and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security service.
What are the spa options at the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
At a wellness area featured at the 5-star Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives guests can receive such spa procedures as body wraps, body scrub, and pedicure. Additionally, a plunge pool, a steam room, and a treatment room are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives?
Yes, the Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives features an indoor swimming pool.
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