Anantara Kihavah Maldives
Kihavah Huravalhi · Baa Atoll
Luxury · seaplane · 35 min · $900 – $4,000 / night
Anantara Kihavah Maldives is an exceptional destination for couples and families, blending quiet daytime serenity with captivating evening socials centered around its unique overwater dining. Known for its extraordinary SKY restaurant which features an observatory with telescopes at each table, it offers distinct experiences like stargazing and an excellent house reef. The resort harmoniously combines luxurious comfort with opportunities for both relaxation and discovery.
Getting There
A 35-minute seaplane from Malé into Baa Atoll. The approach over the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve is among the most spectacular in the Maldives. Daylight only.
Food
Five restaurants including SKY, an overwater venue with a dedicated observatory and telescope at each table. The food quality is exceptional — this is a genuine culinary destination, not just a hotel that happens to serve food. The four-hands guest chef programme brings visiting talent regularly.
The Vibe
Beautifully quiet during the day, more social at dinner when the overwater restaurant draws guests together. The stargazing programme creates a shared nightly ritual that becomes a talking point between guests. One of the most atmospherically distinctive resorts in the Maldives.
Activities
The SKY restaurant's observatory telescopes give every guest an astronomy experience. The diving programme covers some of Baa Atoll's exceptional biodiversity. The spa is extensive. Cooking classes with the head chef are available by request.
The Reef
Exceptional even by Baa Atoll standards. The reef wraps the entire island with dense, healthy coral and consistently high marine life density. Manta rays are present throughout manta season with Hanifaru Bay just 30 minutes away by boat. Guests regularly describe it as the best snorkelling they've experienced anywhere in the Maldives.
Kids' Club
No kids' club — Anantara Kihavah is primarily couples-focused. The observatory and stargazing programme appeals to older children with an interest in astronomy.
What Guests Say
Anantara Kihavah Maldives has an exceptional house reef within Baa Atoll, featuring dense, healthy coral. The resort offers five restaurants, including an overwater observatory, creating a quiet daytime ambiance that becomes more social during dinner. Personalized service enhances the luxurious stay.