Discover an Indian Ocean paradise at Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort. Embrace barefoot elegance in a tropical haven equipped for all the family. With a variety of luxury accommodation offering stunning views and private pools, this is a perfect place to create a memorable holiday. Taste a wide variety of cuisine, indulge in refreshing spa treatments and explore the surrounding lagoon for effortless fun with family and friends.

Location

Anantara Dhigu Resort is surrounded by soft, white sand beach on Dhigufinolhu Island in the Maldives’ South Malé Atoll, a 35-minute speedboat journey from the island nation’s international airport. The lagoon is shared with our two sister islands Anantara Veli Resort and Naladhu Maldives, giving you access to a wider range of dining options, activities and facilities.

Accommodation

The 110 villas and suites offer a choice of room types that are either poised over the water or nestled on unspoiled sands. Sunrise or sunset views are an option, or choose a villa with your own private pool.

Sunrise Beach Villa

Wake up with the rising sun in your generously sized Villa. The marine décor complements the environment and guests can enjoy the outdoor bathroom with large terrazzo bathtub under a thatched roof.

Sunset Beach Villa

Enjoy a dramatic sunset from your sun lounger in your garden or dining under the stars on your private deck. Comfortably equipped with modern amenities, these Villas are ideal for a secluded break.

Sunrise Over Water Suite

Suspended above crystal clear waters, find the perfect spot to watch the glowing Maldivian sunrise. Gaze through floor to ceiling glass windows whilst lazing in your king size bed. Enjoy the seclusion of a private sundeck.

Sunset Over Water Suite

Natural light abounds by night and day in this spacious suite. Viewing panels in the bathroom floor give a glimpse of marine life. Step into the ocean from your private deck or sit and watch the sun drift into the ocean at sunset.

Sunset Pool Villa

Stretch out in 162 sqm of luxurious space. Take a dip in your own private plunge pool surrounded by vegetation and the serene atmosphere of your extended outdoor bathroom. Seascape colours surround in the inner décor to relax your senses.

Anantara Pool Villa

Ideal for guests seeking a quiet beach retreat, the Anantara Pool Villa offers extra space, sunset views, close proximity to the beach as well as a Villa Host to cater to guests’ needs. Gaze at the blue skies from the expansive outdoor bathtub.

Anantara Over Water Pool

Suite Relax in your own private haven with all the luxuries of an Over Water Suite with additional features such as an infinity edge pool and Villa Host service.

Two Bedroom Family Villa

Comfortable accommodation for families with space and privacy. Two semi-outdoor bathrooms offer fun for all the family with a range of children’s amenities. Play in the private garden only steps from the beach, complete with hammock and children’s play area to ensure endless days together. A shaded terrace offers the perfect respite from midday sun, your spacious sundeck extends out to white powdery sands.

Two Bedroom Anantara Pool Villa

A combination of Sunset Beach Villa and Anantara Pool Villa side-by-side allows guests to share quality time in paradise. Located on the island’s sunset side, families with older children or friends travelling together can enjoy a private pool just steps away from the ocean. A personal Villa Host will take care of guests’ needs for the perfect holiday experience.

Resort Activities

• Diving, surfing and water sports with Aquafanatics
• Manta & Whale shark snorkelling from May to October
• PADI certified freediving
• Year-round surfing lessons, surf season from April – October
• Coral adoption as part of our Holistic Approach to Reef Protection Programme (HARP)
• Over Water Anantara Spa
• Air-conditioned fitness centre
• Tennis Courts
• Children’s club with a weekly schedule of activities
• Yoga and meditation by the ocean in the Pavillion
• Spice Spoons – Anantara Cooking Class
• Beach games, volleyball, badminton, table tennis, chess and Pétanque
• Infinity-edge beachfront swimming pool

Spice Spoons – Anantara Cooking Class

Learn to prepare and cook tantalising dishes at our Spice Spoons cooking school. Master the tricks of the trade, guided by our expert chef who will tailor the course to your personal preferences and skill level.

Choose from local Maldivian, authentic Thai or fresh Japanese cuisine. Alternatively, cook for your dosha with our Ayurvedic cooking class, transform your eating habits and discover exciting ingredients, intelligent preparation and suitable cooking techniques for your body constitution. Take your new skills home with you and impress your friends with your diverse new repertoire of recipes.

Anantara Spa

Step into tranquility in this sanctuary over clear turquoise waters for a serene and calm retreat. Choose from a range of treatments inspired by indigenous practice and ingredients. Share quality time with a loved one through specially designed packages for couples.

Maldivian Coconut Marvellous

Feel the healing benefits of island coconut in this treatment designed to rejuvenate couples from head to toe. Return refreshed, restored and relaxed in mind, body and soul.

Dining

Discover tastes from around the world. Savour quality ingredients, prepared with finesse and served in idyllic surroundings. Visit our wine loft and learn about old and new world wines from our Wine Guru.

Fushi Café

Enjoy sunrise views over the lagoon at breakfast in Fushi Café. Start your day with a host of international buffet favourites and international cooking stations. By night, enjoy a diverse buffet with a changing theme.

Sea.Fire.Salt.

Choose from expertly grilled meats and seafoods and well as freshly caught Maldivian favourites at this special venue. Sea.Fire.Salt. features an alfresco wooden deck that is suspended over the turquoise lagoon. The experience is accentuated by our salt selections from around the world, which our resident Salt Guru will pair with your meal.

Terrazzo

Savour authentic Italian cuisine in the tropics intimate upstairs venue. Signature dishes include homemade pastas and sumptuous risottos, enhanced by an impressive menu of Italian wines. Take in endless lagoon views from this elevated setting. Enjoy a multi-sensory experience in our Wine Loft where our Wine Guru will guide you through the world’s finest vineyards.

Aqua

Guests enjoy a vibrant atmosphere with light meals from lunchtime until evening, Aqua bar is perfect for watching the sunset with an iced cocktail. Located poolside, with service to sun loungers.

Dining by Design

Create a perfect culinary journey with a menu limited only by your own desires. Dining by Design is a signature Anantara experience that offers guests the freedom to dine outside our restaurants for a unique experience. Kindle romance with a candlelit dinner. Create a memorable beach banquet by the sea. Alternatively, set sail aboard a traditional Maldivian sailing dhoni and enjoy a sunset cruise with sumptuous culinary delights.

Weddings

Say “I do” surrounded by cerulean waters, powdery sands and lush tropical gardens. Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort takes care of every detail to ensure special occasions run smoothly. Whether renewing vows or exchanging them for the first time with a symbolic wedding, our team will help you plan a perfect day.

Private wedding receptions can be tailored to the size of wedding party in a choice of restaurants and locations around the lagoon islands. Seal your love in paradise.

Airport Transportation

The nation’s main airport, Ibrahim Nasir International, is well connected with major hubs around the world. Located on a separate island from the capital of Male, the airport serves as the main gateway into the Maldives for tourists. From here speedboats and seaplanes transfer guests directly to the resorts. The airport is small, but well-equipped with souvenir and duty-free shops, restaurants, medical facilities, prayer room and provides banking and postal services.

The resort is located 21 kilometres south of Ibrahim Nasir International Airport. Our airport representative will greet you upon customs clearance to guide you to our lounge and for further speedboat transfer.