Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
South Ari Atoll · 109km from Malé
Home of the world-famous underwater restaurant in South Ari Atoll
About Conrad Maldives Rangali Island
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is one of the most iconic resorts in the Maldives — a twin-island property in South Ari Atoll with 151 villas, 11 restaurants, and the world-famous Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, the world's first all-glass underwater dining venue. Connected by a 500-metre bridge, the two islands create a unique dual experience — the main island with its reef villas and family facilities, and the quieter Rangali Island with adults-only overwater villas and the Spa Retreat.
Ithaa Undersea Restaurant is one of the most extraordinary dining venues on earth — five metres below the surface of the Indian Ocean, entirely surrounded by curved acrylic panels revealing the reef. Opened in 2004, it remains the defining experience of Conrad Maldives and one of the most Instagrammed dining spaces in the world. Tables must be booked months in advance for peak season.
The resort's location in South Ari Atoll places it in one of the most marine-rich environments in the Maldives — year-round whale shark encounters are possible, and the house reef supports manta rays, sharks, turtles, and extraordinary reef fish diversity. The PADI Dive Centre is among the most experienced in the country.
Accommodation
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island offers 151 villas across the two islands — Beach Villas on the main island, Water Villas on both islands, and The Muraka — the world's first undersea residence, with the master bedroom submerged five metres below the ocean surface. All villas have private pools. The twin-island layout means guests on Rangali Island enjoy a quieter, more adults-oriented experience.
- Beach Villas — main island, direct beach access, private pool
- Water Villas — overwater, private pool, direct lagoon access
- Deluxe Water Villas — larger overwater category, expanded deck
- Grand Water Villas — premium overwater with additional amenities
- The Muraka — world's first undersea residence, master bedroom 5m below surface
Dining
Eleven restaurants and bars create one of the most diverse dining programmes in the Maldives. Ithaa Undersea Restaurant — the world's first all-glass underwater restaurant — remains the most sought-after table in the country. Vilu Restaurant and Bar serves Maldivian and international cuisine with lagoon views. Mandhoo is the adults-only fine dining restaurant on Rangali Island. The Sunset Grill serves grilled seafood on the beach.
Experiences
- Ithaa Undersea Restaurant — dining 5m below the ocean surface, book months in advance
- Year-round whale shark snorkelling in South Ari Atoll
- Manta ray encounters at the house reef
- PADI diving with one of the most experienced dive centres in the Maldives
- Two distinct island experiences — main family island and quieter adults Rangali Island
- The Muraka undersea residence experience
- Majaa Kids Club and family programming
- Water sports and snorkelling excursions
- Private sandbank dining and sunset cruises
Spa & Wellness
Conrad Maldives has two distinct spa facilities — The Spa Retreat on Rangali Island and the Over-Water Spa on the main island. The Spa Retreat is the adults-only facility on Rangali, offering immersive treatments in a quieter environment. The Over-Water Spa serves main island guests with a comprehensive menu of massages, body treatments, and wellness therapies.
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Getting There
Conrad Maldives Rangali Island is in South Ari Atoll, 107km from Velana International Airport. The resort is reached by a 30-minute seaplane transfer. The South Ari Atoll location provides year-round whale shark encounters and exceptional marine life diversity.