Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Maldives is an exclusive, private and romantic island resort lush with tropical plants and encircled by clear blue waters of one of the largest lagoons of the Maldives.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa spreads idyllically along a pristine beach and a serene lagoon. The award-winning resort, now re-launched, seamlessly extends the magic of the island’s blessed natural beauty in its design even as it offers the finest contemporary luxuries and services. Jiva Grande Spa, an authentic Indian spa, offers a range of signature wellness experiences. A choice of gourmet cuisine, water sports, and recreation make for a complete and exclusive destination.

The resort is just 15 minutes by a private luxury speedboat (available 24 hours) from Malé International Airport.

Hotel Accommodation
Each of the resort's luxuriously designed 62 villas is furnished in natural tones and textures. The warmth of wood, the fragrance of flowers and the soft glow of lamps and candles create an intimate ambience in the villas. Expansive ocean views and a soothing breeze relax the senses.

All the villas are palm-thatched, built of finest natural wood finishes on the exteriors and floors and are delightfully appointed in classic Maldivian style. Amenities include air-conditioning, personal bar, LCD television with satellite channels, safe, tea/coffee-maker, satellite television, DVD/CD player, MP3, Media Centre, Internet connection, international dialing, Electronic safe, double vanity, bathtubs overlooking the ocean (in lagoon villas ) and rain showers in the bathrooms, and hairdryer. Some of the villas have a private plunge pool.

Lagoon Villas:
The 24 Lagoon Villas, of 71 sq mts each, are a series of two adjacent villas on the lagoon along the island. They offer private sun decks with loungers, easy chairs and ladders with direct access leading to the lagoon Each villa has a double vanity bathroom, rain showers and bath tubs with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.

Deluxe Lagoon Villas:
The 31 Deluxe Lagoon Villas, of 60 sq mts each, are located at the far end of the island. These elegant stand-alone villas offer complete privacy as they open out to private sundecks with serene sea views and ladders leading into the lagoon, easy chairs and loungers. Stylized furniture, a double vanity bathroom, rain showers, bathtubs with an infinite view of the Indian Ocean and special in-villa furnishings create a special ambience. All of the Villas feature a private deck with a freshwater plunge pool and an alluring day-bed area with spectacular views.

Deluxe Beach Villas:
The 4 Deluxe Beach Villas, of 89 sq mts each, are just 5 metres from the picturesque lagoon. Each of the luxuriously styled villas offers an oversized plunge pool, a private veranda with sun beds, a tropical outdoor shower in a private walled garden and an infinite view of the lagoon.

Awards
• Taj Exotica Resort & Spa was awarded the Best Leading Hotel of the World, for Commitment to Quality & Excellence in 2009 as well as the "2009 Asia Pacific Quality Award" from the Leading Hotels of the World.

• Taj Exotica Resort & Spa was also awarded the "2009 Asia Pacific Quality Award" from the Leading Hotels of the World.

• Luxury Travel Magazine Australia Gold List 2010 Readers Award – Taj Exotica Resort & Spa voted “Best Overseas Resort” and “Best Overseas Spa in Maldives”

• Conde Nast Traveler, UK January 2010 - Taj Exotica Resort & Spa featured as one of the ‘Top Eco Luxury Resort’ in Maldives

• Sunday Times Travel Magazine - UK recognized Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives among of the "100 Best Hotels in the World" list December 2009

• Condé Nast Traveller UK Annual Readers’ Travel Awards 2009 – Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives in the Top 20 List of “Best Overseas Leisure Hotel in Africa, The Middle East and the Indian Ocean” category.

• The Dolphin Dive Base at Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is the only PADI Project AWARE ECO Operator and Official Partner in entire Maldives 2009 - Project AWARE ECO Operators and Official Partners demonstrate a commitment to conservation and provide guests with experiences that enhance visitor’s awareness, appreciation and understanding of the environment.

• Taj Exotica Resort & Spa has achieved the prestigious Green Globe Certified Silver status under the global certification programme in December 2008.

Hotel Restaurants and Bars
From casual, all-day dining to formal, fine dining, guests can savour a choice of gourmet cuisine, cool beverages and the choicest wines.

The resort offers a distinctive dining experience at its restaurants. The menus feature traditional and contemporary favourites of a variety of international cuisines that are complemented with fine wines from the resort’s cellar. Guests can dine at the restaurants or any spot on the island of your choice.

24 Degrees:
24 Degrees, the all-day dining restaurant, serves a delectable multi-cuisine menu.
Attire: Smart Casual

Equator Bar:
Savour the soothing sounds of nature with a choice of refreshing beverages at the stylish bar.
Attire: Casual

In Villa Dining:
Guests can dine in the comfort and privacy of your villa. A menu of gourmet specialities is offered.

The Deep End:
The Deep End Restaurant exudes a soothing ambience and serves a selection of Mediterranean dishes paired with fine wines. Open for lunch and dinner.
Attire: Smart Casual

Hotel Activities and Entertainment
Fitness & Fun:
Billiards
Fresh water Infinity Swimming pool
Volleyball
Indoor games
PADI certified Dolphin Base Dive & Water Sports Centre
Fitness Centre

Beach & Sports Include:
Catamaran Sailing
Water Skiing
Banana Riding
Sea Kayaking
Windsurfing
Football
Moonlight cruises and picnics can be organised

Spa:
Jiva Grande Spa located on an intimate island adjoining the resort is a physical and spiritual haven for the senses. Soothing, aromatic and rejuvenating treatments are offered in elegant ocean facing pavilions.

Hotel Additional Guest Services
Souvenir shop

Transfer to Hotel
Aprroximately 15 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel Local Attractions
Historical Male
Seaplane Photo Flight
Maldivian Fishing Village Experience
Island Exploration
Sunset Cruise
Sunset Fishing
Big Game Fishing and Casting