Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”) and Assets Group are pleased to announce the signing of Atlantis’ new development in the Maldives. Located in South Male Atoll in the Maldives Archipelago, the magnificent Atlantis the Royal, Maldives is set to open in 2029.
Atlantis The Royal, Maldives is anchored on the shores of Vaaredhdhoo Faru island, surrounded by crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. The total land area covers approximately 1,368,890 square metres with over 5.8 kilometres of beach front. The resort is accessible 10 minutes by seaplane or 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport (Malé). The site promises an immersive experience in one of the world’s most breathtaking destinations. An iconic entertainment destination unlike any other, this resort is a dual-island paradise, offering extraordinary experiences across stays, dining, entertainment, attractions, and wellness.
The resort will encompass two distinct islands: Family Island and Luxury Island, together offering 493 keys, including 270 hotel rooms and 223 villas and mansions. Guests will enjoy 20 dining venues, two beach clubs, and the expansive 70,000-square-metre Aquaventure featuring up to 15 iconic rides anchored by the Neptune and Poseidon Towers.
Atlantis The Royal, Maldives also integrates sports academies, entertainment zones, and wellness facilities that redefine the Maldives as a luxury leisure and entertainment hub. Aquaventure will also feature sustainably sourced native marine life of the Maldives and a Lost Chambers Aquarium, under the sustainability umbrella of the Atlantis Atlas Project.
At Atlantis The Royal, Maldives, sustainability will be a core focus, protecting the island ecosystem through responsible design, energy efficiency, coral and seaweed regeneration, and water conservation systems. These initiatives, integrated from planning to operation, aim to preserve the Maldives’ natural beauty and ensure long-term environmental resilience for generations to come.
Serving a true Atlantis experience, the resort will house over 17 world-class culinary experiences that include the brand’s signature venues – Gastronomy, The Royal Tearoom, Ossiano – along with a diverse selection of celebrity-chef restaurants, vibrant beach clubs and social dining concepts.
The wellness sanctuary will include a botanical alchemy zone, a world class spa with cutting edge longevity treatments, a overwater platform for Yoga and breathwork, a beauty salon, a recovery studio and a cutting-edge indoor-outdoor fitness centre, embracing holistic wellness through various zones across the island. The retail avenues will offer a curation of luxury boutiques, while the resort will also offer event spaces for both large and small gatherings.
Combining a vibrant family resort with an exclusive luxury retreat, Atlantis The Royal, Maldives will be the first dual-island destination of its kind in the region, merging world-class leisure, entertainment, and wellness experiences into one unparalleled destination.
Atlantis The Royal Maldives
Gulhi, Maldives
