Raa Atoll

Raaya by Atmosphere

RAAYA by Atmosphere opened in July 2024 on Kudakurathu, a naturally formed 100-acre island in Raa Atoll, 45 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport, and is Atmosphere Core's ninth Maldives resort. All 167 villas — beach and overwater, with and without private pools, plus two-bedroom family villas and the secluded RAAYA Residence set near the mangroves — are sold on the RAAYA Plan, a single all-inclusive rate that folds meals, selected beverages and a broad activities menu into one booking. The dining is unusually varied for an all-inclusive: RAAYA Life handles Arabic, Maldivian and international buffets, Ampers&nd pairs Pan-Asian cooking with a rooftop bar, Mizaj plates elevated Middle Eastern fine dining and The Village serves coastal Italian, while SOAQ Pool Bar, Seb's Shack and the RAAYA Hub cover cocktails, pizzas and live entertainment. The spa is ELE | NA Ayur. Raa Atoll's manta grounds and a healthy house reef suit families and couples alike.

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Transfers and meal plans

  • Seaplane — 45 min

Meal plans in source: All-Inclusive (RAAYA Plan).

Villas

  • Water Villa — up to 2 guests

    Elegant overwater villa set on stilts above the turquoise lagoon with glass floor panels and a deck for direct ocean access. Modern design with breathtaking sea views.

  • RAAYA Residence — up to 4 guests

    Exclusive retreat nestled near the tranquil mangroves — the most private and expansive accommodation at RAAYA, ideal for guests seeking seclusion and bespoke service.

  • Beach Villa with Pool — up to 2 guests

    Spacious beach villa with all standard amenities plus a private plunge pool on the terrace, offering serene garden or lagoon views alongside direct beach access.

  • 2 Bedroom Family Beach Villa — up to 4 guests

    Generous two-bedroom family villa steps from the beach, with interconnected rooms ideal for families. Separate living area, private terrace, and full resort amenities.

  • Deluxe Water Villa with Pool — up to 2 guests

    Premium overwater villa with an enlarged private pool, enhanced interior space, and superior ocean views — the most refined overwater experience at RAAYA.

  • Beach Villa — up to 2 guests

    61 sqm beachfront villa with terrace and king-size bed, just steps from the beach. Features LED TV, WiFi, living and dining area, mini-bar, and tea/coffee-making facilities.

  • Water Villa with Pool — 80 m² · up to 2 guests

    Raised above the lagoon at this Raa Atoll island, the Water Villa with Pool spans 80 square metres of contemporary, ocean-facing living. A king bedroom opens to a living and dining area, while the timber sun deck holds a private plunge pool and a shaded daybed. Steps lead straight down into the water, with the open Indian Ocean filling the horizon. Sized for two.

  • 2 Bedroom Family Beach Villa with Pool — up to 4 guests

    Spacious two-bedroom family villa with a private pool, perfect for families seeking privacy and space while remaining close to the beach and resort facilities.

Dining

  • The Village — Italian

    Coastal Italian trattoria at RAAYA's Village Square serving hand-crafted pastas, pillowy gnocchi, creamy risottos, and island-inspired seafood paired with fine wines. Warm, charming indoor-outdoor setting with a terraced café façade framed by palms. Lunch and dinner à la carte; closed Fridays.

  • RAAYA Life — International

    All-day dining buffet restaurant serving an extensive spread of Arabic, Maldivian, and international cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner — the centrepiece of the RAAYA all-inclusive plan.

  • RAAYA Hub — Beverages & Snacks

    RAAYA's island entertainment hub and bar, where evenings come alive with weekly events and live entertainment. Serving premium spirits, cocktails, wines, and mocktails in a lively social setting at the heart of the resort's Village Square.

  • Mizaj — Middle Eastern

    Sophisticated fine-dining restaurant presenting elevated Middle Eastern cuisine with aromatic spices, mezze, and contemporary plating in an elegant atmosphere.

  • Ampers&nd — Pan-Asian

    Pan-Asian restaurant and rooftop bar with locally sourced seafood, premium meats, and vegetarian specialties. Dine in beachfront cabanas, indoors to live music, or sip inventive cocktails on the sunset rooftop terrace. Lunch and dinner à la carte; closed Fridays for meals.

  • SOAQ Pool Bar — Beverages & Snacks

    Infinity-edge pool bar shaded by screwpine trees on a white-sand beachfront. Serves tropical cocktails, freshly baked pizzas, lamb croquettes, arancini, and gourmet sandwiches for poolside grazing. Pool open 07:00–19:00; bar and snacks until 22:00 with Maldivian hedhikaa served 16:00–18:00.

  • Seb's Shack — Beverages & Light Bites

    Barefoot beachside shack open each afternoon for handcrafted rum cocktails, ice-cold beers, iced teas, and light snacks. Rustic timber and teal-tile design, open-air sandy setting, and sunset views capture the laid-back surfer spirit of RAAYA. Open 16:00–19:00 daily.

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