Raffles Maldives Resort is a luxurious resort located in the Maldives, and it is considered one of the most prestigious and upscale destinations in the world. The hotel features a stunning tropical design that blends luxury and comfort, making it the perfect place for relaxation and enjoying the breathtaking natural beauty. boasts an exceptional location on a private island, offering guests the utmost privacy and tranquility. The resort consists of a collection of luxurious villas, both over the water and on the beach, designed with elegant aesthetics and spacious layouts that provide all the modern comforts. Each villa is equipped with a private pool, an open-air deck, and stunning views…
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Raabade Maldives
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About this stay
Raabade Maldives, a 3-star resort, sits in Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu). The facility list names a restaurant. 190 guest reviews give it an average of 4.7 out of 5.
The feed lists 8 facilities for Raabade Maldives. For food and drink it names coffee and restaurant.
In the rooms the listing mentions free wi-fi. Services include 24-hour front desk, laundry service and luggage storage.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Coffee
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden
- Laundry Service
- Luggage storage
- Restaurant
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
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Getting there
Raabade Maldives lies about 421 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, the country's main gateway near Malé. The nearest domestic airport is Kaadedhdhoo, roughly 5.1 km away, which matters if your transfer combines a domestic flight with a boat ride.
Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu) is far enough from Malé that the usual route is a domestic flight followed by a boat or road transfer; confirm the connection with the property before booking international flights.
The nearest other stays in this guide are Amethyst Hoandedhdhoo (350 m), Sunset Stay Maldives (9.8 km) and Umet Stay (9.9 km). On resort islands, neighbours are usually separate islands reached only by boat, so distance says little about walking access.
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Raabade Maldives averages 4.7 out of 5 across 190 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Raffles Maldives is pure luxury from start to finish. The overwater villas are incredibly spacious, beautifully designed, and offer the kind of privacy that’s hard to find even in the Maldives. Waking up to endless turquoise views felt like a dream. One of the highlights of our stay was the guided house reef snorkel with their in-house marine biologist — an amazing experience that brought us up close with vibrant coral and even a reef shark. Highly recommend booking it! If you’re looking for peace, space, and top-tier service in a breathtaking setting, Raffles is worth every moment.
The resort is absolutely beautiful, designed to Raffles’ high standards. However, poor management and inexperienced staff can impact what should be a relaxing vacation. Sadly, you won’t get the true Raffles experience here—at least, that was our experience despite being Diamond Accor members. You’ll find significantly better value at many other luxury resorts in the Maldives.
Good to know
Families: no family-specific facilities are listed; ask the property about cots and connecting rooms.
Accessibility: the property is listed as wheelchair accessible; confirm the specific rooms and boat transfer.
Connectivity: wi-fi or internet access appears in the facility list.
Arrival: no transfer service is listed, so arrange the boat or flight leg in advance.
Before you book Raabade Maldives, check what the rate includes: Maldives rates can be quoted with or without the green tax, service charge, meals and the transfer from Malé, and transfers are often priced per person. The booking page shows the inclusions for your exact dates and party.
About Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu)
Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu) has 36 stays in this guide: 11 resorts and 25 local-island guesthouses. By guest score weighted for review volume, Raabade Maldives ranks 9 of the 16 rated stays here. The average guest score across the atoll's rated stays is 4.8 out of 5.
Huvadhu Atoll, known administratively as Gaafu Alif and Gaafu Dhaalu, lies in the far south of the Maldives, around 411 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The atoll is split into two administrative divisions and offers two distinct ways to stay: resorts on their own private islands and guesthouses on inhabited local islands. The guide lists 36 places to stay, comprising 11 resorts and 25 local island guesthouses, with no city hotels. Sixteen of these are rated stays, with an average guest score of 4.8 out of 5. Twelve listings mention a private beach and 18 mention diving.
Browse all 36 stays in Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu).
Questions about Raabade Maldives
Where is Raabade Maldives?
Raabade Maldives is in Huvadhu Atoll (Gaafu), Maldives, about 421 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The nearest other stay in this guide is Amethyst Hoandedhdhoo (350 m).
Is Raabade Maldives a resort or a guesthouse?
Raabade Maldives is listed as a resort. It carries a 3-star rating in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Raabade Maldives?
Guests rate Raabade Maldives 4.7 out of 5 across 190 reviews.
What facilities does Raabade Maldives have?
The feed lists 8 facilities, including a restaurant.
How do you get to Raabade Maldives from the airport?
Raabade Maldives is about 421 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, so the transfer is usually by a domestic flight followed by a boat or road transfer. The nearest domestic airport is Kaadedhdhoo, about 5.1 km away. The property confirms the exact transfer and timing.
Is Raabade Maldives suitable for families with children?
The feed lists no family-specific facilities for Raabade Maldives, such as family rooms, a kids' pool or babysitting. Ask the property about children's ages, cots and connecting rooms before booking.
What other stays are near Raabade Maldives?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Amethyst Hoandedhdhoo (350 m), Sunset Stay Maldives (9.8 km) and Umet Stay (9.9 km).
How do I check availability at Raabade Maldives?
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