The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah occupies a two-kilometre-long island in Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the southern Maldives. It is the larger sister property to The Residence at Falhumaafushi, which guests can reach across a one-kilometre bridge. This is the resort island in the southern atoll, rather than a stay on the better-known inhabited Dhigurah in South Ari Atoll.
All 173 villas have private pools. Guests can choose beach, lagoon and overwater settings, including sunrise and sunset orientations. One-bedroom villas serve smaller parties, while two-bedroom beach and water pool villas provide more space for families or friends. Compare the orientation and location as well as the floor area when choosing a category.
The island offers beach time, snorkelling, diving and activities for children, with a kids club and opportunities for nature discovery. The Spa by Clarins sits in tropical gardens. Dining ranges across international and Indian Ocean flavours, Mediterranean tapas and Cantonese cooking at Li Bai. Earth Basket introduces the resort's own garden produce, and private Castaway Island picnics are another option to enquire about.
The resort suits guests who want pool-villa accommodation with space for a family holiday or a quiet trip together. Confirm the transfer itinerary to this southern location, the selected meal plan and access to facilities across the sister resorts. Activities, private meals and spa treatments can have separate terms, so a written list of inclusions is more useful than relying on the general description of a villa stay.
