Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

About Resort

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.

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

• 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 Information

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.

Transfer to Hotel

Aprroximately 15 minutes by luxury speedboat.

Hotel Local Attractions

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