South Malé Atoll
Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort
Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort is a 5-star luxury family resort on Dhigufinolhu Island in South Malé Atoll, just 30–35 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport. Opened in 2006 and renovated in 2024, the resort features 110 villas including 70 beachfront villas and 40 overwater suites, each with private pools or sun decks. Guests enjoy access to sister resorts Anantara Veli (adults 18+, one-minute pontoon ride) and Naladhu Private Island. Highlights include a PADI 5-Star Dive Centre by Aquafanatics, an overwater Anantara Spa, kids' club The Dhoni Club, dedicated surf school, on-site winery, and dining across eight venues spanning two islands.
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Transfers and meal plans
- Speedboat — 30 min
Meal plans in source: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, Breakfast.
Villas
- Two Bedroom Anantara Beach Pool Villa — 321 m² · up to 6 guests
The Two Bedroom Anantara Beach Pool Villa at Anantara Dhigu joins two semi-connected villas, 321 square metres for up to six adults. Each bedroom has its own open-air bathroom, and a shared sundeck holds sun loungers, a daybed, and a pool, with sunset views and a walk onto the sand.
- Beachfront Pool Villa — 150 m² · up to 4 guests
Beach villa with a private plunge pool on the garden terrace. Ideal for families or couples seeking the combination of beach living with the luxury of a personal pool.
- Sunset Over Water Pool Villa — 129 m² · up to 4 guests
The Sunset Over Water Pool Villa at Anantara Dhigu Maldives is 129 square metres, with a king bed for three adults and one child. Sunset falls across marble floors and teak, an infinity pool sits at the water's edge, and the deck opens onto the lagoon.
- Over Water Suite — 119 m² · up to 4 guests
Elegant suite extending over the turquoise lagoon on stilts. Features an open-air bathroom, private sundeck with direct lagoon access, and sweeping ocean vistas.
- Beachfront Villa — 125 m² · up to 4 guests
A spacious 125 sqm beach villa screened by foliage on the soft white sands of Dhigufinolhu, opening straight onto the lagoon. Marine-toned interiors lead to a sandy courtyard and a landscaped open-air bathroom where a freestanding terrazzo tub for two and an outdoor shower sit beneath a thatched roof. A private sun terrace adds a daybed and dining under the stars. King or twin beds; sleeps three.
- Deluxe Over Water Pool Suite — 129 m² · up to 4 guests
The most exclusive overwater accommodation at Dhigu, featuring a private infinity pool on the deck, lavish indoor and outdoor living spaces, and uninterrupted lagoon panoramas.
- Two Bedroom Family Beach Pool Villa — 237 m² · up to 5 guests
The Two Bedroom Family Beach Pool Villa at Anantara Dhigu covers 237 square metres for four adults and one child, with one king bed and two twin beds. A shaded terrace holds a nine-metre pool, a dining table, and a hammock, and a private garden opens onto the sand, with a terrazzo tub and the lagoon a few steps from the villa.
Dining
- The Yellow Fin Club — Drinks
The Yellow Fin Club at Anantara Dhigu is an adult-only bar set over the lagoon. A resident mixologist serves signature drinks as the afternoon turns toward sunset, and the club is meant for staying on while the sky changes colour.
- Aqua — Italian
Aqua at Anantara Dhigu is the poolside restaurant for Italian cooking, with the ocean in view. It serves a light lunch, Italian dishes at dinner, and relaxed drinks into the evening, and the same service reaches the sun loungers and the ocean hammock.
- Fushi Café — International
Café serving breakfast buffets from 07:00 to 10:30 and themed dinner buffets from 18:00 to 21:30. The heart of daily dining at Anantara Dhigu with a relaxed, open-air atmosphere.
- In-Villa Dining — International
In-Villa Dining at Anantara Dhigu brings all-day dishes into the private villa or an overwater suite. Guests can share Thai plates beside the pool or take modern Italian or Japanese cooking with the ocean in view, and the kitchen will adjust a meal for a stated diet.
- Sea.Fire.Salt — Seafood & Grill
Water's-edge restaurant specialising in fresh seafood and prime meats grilled over open flames. A dramatic dining experience with breathtaking views of the lagoon at sunset.
Wellness
- Anantara Spa
Anantara Spa at Anantara Dhigu is built over the water, with the Indian Ocean in front of the treatment rooms. Six overwater treatment suites and two open-air salas are used for Thai massage, and the menu includes an indigenous-inspired signature massage with oils.
Diving
- Aquafanatics PADI 5-Star Dive Centre
PADI 5-Star dive centre.
Experiences
- Dhoni Kids' Club — kids
Kids' club with a treehouse and climbing wall, open 09:00 to 19:00 or 21:00 depending on the day, with a hangout for older children.
- Diving with Aquafanatics — Diving
PADI 5-Star dive centre with more than 35 dive sites nearby, Discover Scuba and courses from Open Water upwards; junior courses from age 10.
- Anantara Surf School by Tropicsurf — Surfing
Lessons and guided sessions at Henry's, Nonyas and Boatyards, from beginner to advanced breaks. Season runs from about April to October.
- Windsurfing and kitesurfing — Water sports
Windsurfing and kitesurfing from the Aquafanatics water sports centre, alongside sailing, paddleboarding and glass-bottom kayaks.