Located in the Raa Atoll, a 40-minute seaplane journey from Malé, Heritance Aarah feels romantically removed from real life. There are no other islands or resorts on the horizon, the sound of silence is intoxicating, and the sight of deserted beaches engulfed by glittering seas is a playground for the imagination.
For the adventurer, the romantic, and every traveller in between, Heritance Aarah offers accessible luxury. The resort’s generous all-inclusive offering is considered one of the best in the Maldives.
Elevating the conventional all-inclusive to new heights, Heritance Aarah’s Premium All-Inclusivefeatures superior in-villa amenities, resort facilities, snorkel and dive trips, whiskey, and wine tastings, a complementary IASO face scan, spa credit and exquisite dine-around cuisine perfected by Culinary Olympic and Culinary World Cup winners.
Accommodation That Marries Style & Comfort
Heritance Aarah is home to an impressive collection of 124 villas and 26 suites, all of which seamlessly blend indulgent and contemporary comforts with traditional aesthetics.
From over-water ocean villas to beach and family villas that are spread over the island, you’ll find some rooms with private pools and beach access and most with a private 24-hour butler service. All offer island luxury and comfort, with views of the sparkling sea, private sundecks, and state-of-the-art facilities such as large bathrooms with deep tubs, rainfall showers, well-stocked mini bars, king-size beds, and flat screen TVs.
The island’s verdant vegetation acts as a natural boundary between the resort’s land villas, promising utmost privacy. Another unique feature about the accommodation here, is that every villa is stocked with in-villa snorkelling gear, allowing you to experience stunning coral and marine life, any time of the day.
The décor at Heritance Aarah – both in the villas and in common areas – is simple but striking – timber and thatched roofs, neutral colours and a barefoot living vibe that encourages you to rise to the gentle rhythm of the waves each day and enjoy the island’s slower pace.
A Culinary Wonderland
The dining offerings at Heritance Aarah is where the resort shines and where guests really see the benefit of an all-inclusive experience. Guests are invited to embark on a culinary journey of epic proportions, with seven restaurants and five bars on offer. From the complex layers of exotic island fare to the simple joys of everyday fresh produce; the resort plays with the finest ingredients and spices sourced from around the world to unfold a sumptuous private dining experience for every palate.
Heritance Aarah had been open just three months when it won its first culinary award. Fast forward three years and it continues to wow with its epicurean excellence. In 2022 the resort’s culinary team, headed by Executive Chef Amila Silva, won 13 medals at the Villeroy & Boch Culinary World Cup - one of the biggest and most well-known culinary contests in the world.
Chef Amila has a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years in the luxury hotel sector in Sri Lanka, Dubai and the Maldives. He has been instrumental in helping young chefs from the Maldives, Sri Lanka and India to carve a path for themselves in the culinary world.
His leadership at Heritance Aarah has seen the culinary team strive to continually create inspirational cuisine and exceptional dining experiences both at the resort and when competing on the world stage in culinary events.
With its Signature ‘Dining by Design’ gastronomic experience, guests can choose from an International Buffet Restaurant or various a la carte restaurants that have a focus on French, Mediterranean, Fusion, Seafood or Urban street food.
Innovative offerings include whiskey tastings and embrace international cuisine in the ultimate destination dining experience, crafted for true connoisseurs of the finer things in life.
Other tantalising choices include two family-friendly buffet restaurants serving international cuisine, an all-day dining restaurant inspired by French and Italian brasseries, a beach grill serving fresh seafood, and a contemporary restaurant fusing traditional Maldivian and Sri Lankan cuisine.
Activities Abound
A dreamscape of impossible beauty, there’s a myriad of ways to immerse yourself in the magic of Heritance Aarah. Days can be spent lazing by the pool with a cocktail in hand, exploring the kaleidoscopic marine life of the beautiful house reef, or diving the azure waters further afield.
Some of the resort’s complimentary activities (included in the all-inclusive package) are a sunrise cruise, sunset photo tour, and dolphin cruise, as well as on-island fun such as entertainment programs to keep younger guests happy.
For an extra dose of relaxation, Heritance Aarah boasts the Maldive’s first Medi Spa. In addition to massages (one is complimentary), scrubs and facials, the overwater spa offers micro-cosmetic procedures such as nano or micro-needling facial therapies. As well as skin-rejuvenating treatments and non-surgical facelifts using ultrasound technology.
