HERITANCE AARAH

Overview

A place where sea and sunsets demand centre stage, Heritance Aarah is a tropical paradise that ticks all the boxes for a laidback luxury escape. Embrace star-studded skies, romantic open-air dining and one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives at this 5-star resort perched along the white sands of the Raa Atoll. Reached by an oh-so-scenic seaplane transfer from Male, this lagoon-facing resort boasts a collection of villas just steps from the beach or above the waters of the Indian Ocean. Pick a cosy villa with a private pool or the added perk of direct beach access – either way, you’ll enjoy the pampered luxury of 24-hour butler service just for you.

At a Glance

Fact	Detail
Location	Aarah Island, Raa Atoll, Maldives (approx. 40 min by seaplane from Malé)
Resort brand	Heritance Hotels & Resorts (by Aitken Spence)
Number of villas/suites	Approx. 150 units (villa & suite count)
Room categories	Beach Villas, Pool Beach Villas, Family Beach Villas, Family Pool Beach Villas, Ocean Villas, Ocean Suites with Infinity Pool, Ocean Residence with Infinity Lap Pool
Dining / Bars	Seven restaurants and five bars (dine‑around, all‑inclusive concept)
Spa & Wellness	IASO Medi Spa — six over‑water treatment suites, holistic wellness focus
Transfer	Seaplane from Malé (approx. 40 mins)
Guest mix / focus	Couples, families, wellness seekers (all‑inclusive)
Sustainability highlight	First LEED Gold certified resort in Maldives (design & operations)

Room Type

Lull yourself to sleep with the soothing ocean song, whether on golden sands or above aquamarine waters, and awake refreshed like never before. You’ll have easy access to soft blankets of warm sand or cool, glittering seas from your villa or suite, meaning you can wade into the Indian Ocean for a swim whenever you like. Their sense of intimate, relaxed living remains unrivalled as modern comforts, luxurious backdrops and secluded spaces welcome you upon arrival. A perfect paradise.

Beach Villa

A gracious beachfront retreat with direct sand access and private veranda.

950 sq ft

03 Adults / 02 Adults + 01 Children /02 Adults + 02 Children(Below 12 Years)

Beachfront

Sunset Pool Beach Villa

Unwind in Sunset Pool Beach Villas with private pools, direct beach access and stunning sunset views for the ultimate romantic and luxurious Maldivian escape.

1500 sq ft

03 Adults / 02 Adults + 01 Child / 02 Adults + 2 Children (Below 12 Years

Sunset Beach View

Two Bedroom Family Beach Villa

Spacious inter‑connected beach villas crafted for families together yet with separate zones.

2000 sq ft

Max 06 Adults or Children

Beachfront

Two Bedroom Family Pool Beach Villa

Family version of the Pool Beach with ample space and private plunge pool for shared holiday play.

2000 sq ft

03 Adults & 03 Children/ 04 Adults & 02 Children (Below 12 Years)

Beachfront

Ocean Villa

Romantic over‑water villa built on stilts above the lagoon, offering deck and direct lagoon access.

1000 sq ft

03 Adults / 02 Adults + 01 Child / 02 Adults + 2 Children (Below 12 Years)

Oceanfront

Overwater Ocean Suite with Infinity Pool

Duplex over‑water suite with its own infinity plunge pool and elevated vistas.

1700 sq ft

02 Adults

Oceanfront

Ocean Residence with Infinity Lap Pool

Ultimate over‑water residence in an adults‑only enclave, with two bedrooms and a lap pool.

3400 sq ft

Max 06 Adults with an Extra Bed

Oceanfront

Dining

Dining at Heritance Aarah utilises all of your senses, and takes them on an epic culinary journey. Nouveau interpretations, mouth-watering aromas, complex and uncomplicated ideas all come together through playful experimentation with the finest produce and spices. It doesn’t stop there! Premium all inclusive gives you a selection of restaurants, bars and in-villa drinks included in your stay. There’s also a Naughty Cart that travels around the resort with candy, ice cream and cocktails.

RANBA

Presenting the world in a plate, Ranba offers an impressive array of international delights with simple, honest and down-to-earth cooking, and comfort food from the east to the west. A reaction of ‘real food’ – from the eastern hawker stalls to the western farmers’ market, this is a buffet that will transport you across continents.

Operating Hours: Breakfast : 7.00 a.m – 10.00 a.m | Lunch : 12.30 p.m – 2.30 p.m | Dinner : 7.30 p.m – 10.00 p.m

RALU

Inspired by the French and Italian Mediterranean brasseries lining the Riviera coast, at Ralu, guests can tuck in to a hearty meal from the mini buffet while watching the chefs whipping up popular classics. Order from the à la carte menu of every-day favourites. The all-day restaurant is ideal for those who let the wonder of the island determine their time with no regard to the hands of the tick-tock.

Operating Hours: 7.00 a.m – 10.00 p.m

GINIFATI

The endless vista of the rippling waves and freshly made seafood served to private pods of comfort – Ginifati – is the resort’s beach grill with exclusive seating, providing guests with the quietude and intimacy. The catch of the day on the plate and a welcome ‘Rum Punch’ in hand, an evening cannot get better than this.

Operating Hours: 7.00 p.m – 10.00 p.m

AMBULA

The trademarked contemporary Sri Lankan ‘Heritance’ dining experience, Ambula is an explosion of the Lankan spices and flavours. Merging the traditional with the inventive, the tasting menu experience encompasses exotic food and drink pairings, specially designed to surprise and sooth, from the first savoury canapés to the last sweet petit fours.

Operating Hours: 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm

HATHAA

A celebration of the vibrant food culture of five different cities, Hathaa, takes guests on a distinctive culinary journey six nights a week. With a welcome drink in hand, the dining experience will take guests to the streets of Bangkok, Malé, Tokyo, Istanbul and Mumbai city. Fun and interactive, the space is transformed to the cities guests will dine at, every evening.

Operating Hours: 7.00 p.m – 10.00 p.m

BAANI

Introducing Paris meets Beirut to the Maldives in a café culture style, share and socialise while you savour authentic Middle Eastern and international cuisine. Whether it is on the menu or not, the expert chefs will cater to your every whim.

Operating Hours: 7.00 a.m – 10.00 p.m

SPA

At the heart of Heritance Aarah’s wellness offering is the IASO Medi Spa – the Maldives’ first medical‑wellness facility of its kind. With six over‑water treatment suites overlooking the lagoon, it pairs traditional massage therapies with advanced diagnostics, wellness coaching and tailored programmes. Additional facilities include a fully equipped gym, yoga & pilates sessions, steam/sauna and non‑motorised watersports as part of the wellness programme.