Baa Atoll
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort
The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort is set on Miriandhoo Island in Baa Atoll, within the Maldives' UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Its 69 villas comprise 40 beach villas and residences and 29 overwater villas, all with private pools. The eight accommodation categories range from 140 m² Beach Villas to the 508 m² Heavenly Beach Residence, with dedicated family categories and two-bedroom options for larger parties. Beach villas open onto the island's shore, while overwater villas have decks above the Indian Ocean and direct access to the water. Westin's Heavenly Bed and Sleep Well programme are part of the stay, alongside Heavenly Bath amenities. Families can choose the 140 m² Family Beach Villa or the 164 m² Deluxe Family Beach Villa; each accommodates two adults and two children, or three adults. Dining spans three restaurants and two bars. The Pearl serves Japanese cuisine over the water, Island Kitchen offers international cooking beside the pool, and Hawker brings Asian street food to a live kitchen on the beachfront. Sunset Bar is the evening spot for cocktails and tapas, with Beach Bar providing another place to relax beside the sea. Heavenly Spa by Westin offers ocean-facing treatment spaces and a couples suite with a Jacuzzi. The WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio, tennis court, outdoor pool and Westin Family Kids Club add options on land. Aqua, the resort's dive and water-sports centre, arranges activities in Baa Atoll. Hanifaru Bay excursions are seasonal, and marine sightings depend on conditions. Arrival is approximately 30 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport during daylight hours. An alternative is a domestic flight of around 25 minutes to Dharavandhoo followed by a 20-minute speedboat journey. Transfer arrangements and family accommodation should be confirmed for the chosen travel dates.
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Transfers and meal plans
- Seaplane — Approximately 30 min · Shared seaplane from Velana International Airport (MLE); daylight operations. Schedules depend on flight connections and conditions.
- Domestic Flight + Speedboat — Approximately 25 min flight + 20 min speedboat · Velana International Airport (MLE) to Dharavandhoo, followed by speedboat to Miriandhoo. Subject to operating schedules.
Meal plans in source: Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive, Premium All Inclusive.
Villas
- Overwater Villa Pool — 194 m² · up to 4 guests
A 194 m² overwater villa for two adults and two children, or three adults. A king Heavenly Bed, sofa bed and indoor living space sit alongside a private pool and ocean-view deck with direct access to the water.
- Heavenly Overwater Villa Pool — 194 m² · up to 4 guests
A 194 m² overwater villa for two adults and two children, or three adults, at the end of a jetty. It has a king Heavenly Bed, sofa bed, private pool and direct ocean access, with a partition separating the living area, bedroom and bathroom.
- Family Beach Villa Pool — 140 m² · up to 4 guests
A 140 m² family beach villa for two adults and two children, or three adults. A private pool, direct beach access and an outdoor deck provide space to enjoy Miriandhoo's shore, with an outdoor shower among the resort's villa features.
- Two-Bedroom Beach Villa Pool — 297 m² · up to 6 guests
A 297 m² beach villa for four adults and two children, or five adults. Its two bedrooms have one king bed and two double beds, separate entrances and two bathrooms, private pool and direct beach access.
- Two-bedroom Heavenly Beach Residence Pool — 508 m² · up to 6 guests
A 508 m² beach residence for four adults and two children, or six adults. Westin Miriandhoo's largest accommodation has two bedrooms with one king and two queen beds, a private pool, living and dining space and direct beach access.
- Deluxe Beach Villa Pool — 164 m² · up to 4 guests
A 164 m² Deluxe Beach Villa for two adults and two children, or three adults. It has a king Heavenly Bed, private pool, living area and direct beach access, with more space than the resort's 140 m² beach categories.
- Beach Villa Pool — 140 m² · up to 2 guests
A 140 m² beach villa with a king Heavenly Bed, its own pool and a terrace leading to the shore. The bathroom includes an outdoor shower, and the deck gives space to spend time beside the pool between beach visits. Designed for two adults, with one infant also permitted.
- Deluxe Family Beach Villa Pool — 164 m² · up to 4 guests
A 164 m² family beach villa for two adults and two children, or three adults. Two queen beds and a sofa form the sleeping layout, with a private pool, outdoor deck and direct access to the beach.
Dining
- Island Kitchen — International · Beachfront overlooking the pool
Island Kitchen serves international food throughout the day in an airy beachfront setting beside the resort pool. An open-air kitchen and Westin Eat Well choices provide variety for different tastes. Open daily, 07:30–22:30, with a casual dress code.
- The Pearl — Japanese · Overwater
The Pearl is Westin's Japanese restaurant over the water, serving seafood and multi-course Kaiseki dining with ocean views. Its evening setting makes it a choice for a leisurely dinner. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 18:30–22:30; closed on Mondays.
- Sunset Bar — Cocktails and tapas · Elevated ocean-view sunset setting
Sunset Bar overlooks the Indian Ocean and serves cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks and tapas. The lounge is a place to watch the evening light and stay for drinks after dinner. Open daily from 18:00 until midnight, with a casual dress code.
- Beach Bar — Drinks and refreshments · Beachfront
Beach Bar serves refreshing drinks and cocktails in a relaxed setting beside Miriandhoo's beach. It adds a daytime drinks option to the resort's three restaurants and evening Sunset Bar. Open daily, 11:00–22:30.
- Hawker — Asian-Fusion · Casual beachfront marketplace setting
Hawker brings Asian street food to the beachfront, where chefs prepare dishes in a live open kitchen. The colourful, casual setting takes its inspiration from market food stalls. Open daily for lunch, 12:00–15:00, and dinner, 19:00–22:30.
Wellness
- Heavenly Spa by Westin — Overwater with ocean views
Heavenly Spa by Westin sits over the water, with treatment spaces facing the Indian Ocean. Its menu includes massages, body rituals and beauty treatments, and a couples suite has a Jacuzzi for a shared spa visit. The Heavenly Sanctuary Ritual is one of the resort's signature treatments. Appointments are required; guests can arrange a treatment around beach time, a workout or an afternoon by the pool.
Diving
- Aqua Dive & Watersports Centre — 5-Star PADI Resort
Aqua is the resort's on-island centre for diving, snorkelling, water sports and excursions in Baa Atoll. Guests can explore the area's marine environment with activities arranged for their experience level and the day's conditions. Hanifaru Bay visits are seasonal, and wildlife sightings vary. Confirm available courses, excursion schedules and any age requirements with the centre when planning your stay.
Experiences
- Private Beach Dinner — private_dining
A personalised beach dinner, subject to advance arrangement.
- Yoga — wellness
Instructor-led yoga sessions tailored to participant level.
- Floating Breakfast — private_dining
A floating breakfast arranged in a suitable villa pool.
- Coral Propagation Experience — marine_conservation
An interactive reef-restoration activity with the resident marine biologist, including planting coral fragments on a frame.
- Art Studio Painting Class — art
A guided painting class led by a Maldivian artist.
- Private Workout Session — fitness
A private workout session with a resort trainer.
- Sunset Dolphin Quest — excursion
A sunset cruise searching for dolphins; sightings are not guaranteed.
- Indoor and Outdoor Playground — kids_club
Air-conditioned indoor play and an outdoor pirate-ship play area under supervision.
- Cooking Classes — cooking_class
Hands-on resort cooking classes; current themes and schedules require confirmation.
- Kayaking — kayaking
Kayaking around the resort lagoon, subject to weather and safety conditions.
- Westin Family Kids Club — kids_club
An interactive children’s club with games and educational activities.
- Turtle Snorkel — snorkeling
A guided snorkelling experience seeking turtles in their natural habitat; sightings are not guaranteed.
- Paddle Boarding — paddleboarding
Stand-up paddleboarding, subject to weather and safety conditions.
- Tennis — sports
Tennis-court access or personalised lessons, with booking requested 24 hours ahead.
- Maldivian Boduberu Experience — cultural
A cultural activity introducing Maldivian drumming and boduberu.
- Night Guided Meditation — wellness
A guided evening meditation session by the beach.
- Sushi Making Class — cooking_class
A guided sushi-making class.
- Boating — boating
Boat activities are listed among the current resort recreation options.
- runWESTIN — running
Recommended island running routes with an option for an accompanied early-morning run.
- Guided Beach Exploration — kids_club
A guided shoreline exploration for young guests.
- Jet Ski / Tubing — motorized_water_sports
Motorised water sports including jet ski, parasailing and tubing; current availability and requirements must be confirmed.
- Snorkelling with Mantas — snorkeling
A seasonal excursion to look for manta rays near Hanifaru Bay; sightings are never guaranteed and access conditions apply.
- Scuba Diving — diving
Scuba diving through Aqua; certification, medical and experience requirements depend on the selected dive.
- Local Island Excursion — cultural
A community-focused visit exploring Maldivian daily life, crafts, markets and local institutions in partnership with Aqua.
- Kids Educational Activities — kids_club
Hands-on workshops, nature activities and local cultural stories.
- Miriandhoo Island Tour — nature
A guided tour of island ecology, renewable energy, water bottling, composting and indigenous plants.
- WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio — fitness
A 24/7 fitness studio with cardiovascular equipment, free weights, strength equipment, treadmills and TRX.