Aerial view of ananea Madivaru Maldives, Alif Alifu Atoll, Maldives
ananea · Alif Alifu Atoll

ananea Madivaru Maldives

slow glamour

The Resort

North Ari Atoll, Maldives; situated on its own lagoon spanning two islands (East Island and North Island) connected by an overwater walkway; 66km from Velana International Airport

About

ananea Madivaru Maldives

Atoll
Alif Alifu, Maldives
Brand
ananea
Villas
110
Restaurants & bars
11
Transfer
Transfer to the island is by seaplane and takes approximately 20 minutes; resort is 66km from Velana International Airport
Star rating
4 of 5
On the island
overwater villas, pool villas, spa, dive centre, kids' club, marine biology programme, sustainability programme
The Villas

110 villas in 5 different styles (both on land and over the water, all with private pool), plus 6 residences with 2 and 3 bedrooms over water and on the beach. (Detailed breakdown sums to 109 listed units: 20 + 15 + 20 + 20 + 28 + 2 + 2 + 1 + 1)

Beach Pool Villa

Beach, directly accessible from the beach

200 sqm

2-Bedroom Beach Pool Villa

Beach

280 sqm

Deluxe Beach Pool Villa

Beach

240 sqm

Water Pool Villa

Overwater

180 sqm

Deluxe Water Pool Villa

Overwater

255 sqm

2-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool

Beach (tucked into the white sandy beach, steps from the bea

620 sqm

2-Bedroom Water Residence with Private Pool

Overwater

355 sqm

3-Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool

Beach

760 sqm

3-Bedroom Water Residence with Pool

Overwater (located on East Island per page 3 description)

465 sqm

Dining

11 restaurants & bars.

The Gallery

Asian Food Street

The Flame

Luna

Flores

Ikigai - Teppanyaki

Sting Bar

Paradise Beach Club

In-Villa Dining

Private Dining / Destination Dining

Wine Cellar

On the Island

Recreation & wellness.

spa & wellness infrastructure
Kandu Spa — an overwater haven built with guests' health and wellbeing in mind; features 8 overwater treatment rooms, a relaxation lounge, wet area with changin
gym & fitness center
Fully equipped gym (located within Kandu Spa complex); separate yoga pavilion; Tennis Court
dive & marine expedition center
State-of-the-art Watersports & Dive Center (located on East Island); Diving offered (listed under recreation)
water sports ecosystem
Watersports & Dive Center on East Island; complimentary non-motorized water sports and snorkeling equipment (included in Half Board); Water Sports listed under
kids, teens & family infrastructure
COMPASS Kids Club — a vibrant and engaging space where children can explore, learn, and play; offers a variety of indoor and outdoor activities; dedicated team
island community infrastructure
• Fresh Water Swimming pool • Two swimming pools on East Island (main public pool and dedicated children's pool) • Infinity pool on North Island • Tennis Court
Special Programmes

Island Geography & Layout

Resort spans two islands — East Island and North Island — connected by a picturesque overwater walkway. East Island = "vibrant heart of the resort" with 24-hour reception, Kandu Spa, Watersports & Dive Center, Kids Club, and dining experiences; houses Three-Bedroom Overwater Residence, Water Pool Villas, and Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villas. North Island = quiet sophistication; houses majority of Two- and Three-Bedroom Pool Residences, Beach Pool Villas, and Deluxe Water Pool Villas; features infinity pool and Recreation Centre.

Recreation Programs (listed under "recreation" section)

Water Sports; Diving; Excursions; Evening Entertainment (specific program details Not Explicitly Stated beyond these category headers)

Evening Entertainment / Nightlife

Sting Bar features captivating live music and dynamic DJ sets in the evening — "the perfect way to wind down or dance the night away"; Evening Entertainment listed as a recreation pillar

Brand Design Philosophy

Environment seamlessly blends sophisticated design with a rich culture and traditions of the region. All villas and residences are contemporary in design with local flair and modern creature comforts in a minimalist setting. Focus on understated luxury and "slow glamour" rather than fleeting glitz and glamour of modern demands.

Getting There
  • Transfer to the island is by seaplane and takes approximately 20 minutes; resort is 66km from Velana International Airport
Plan This Stay

Two ways forward.

01 · Direct

Book direct.

Check rates, availability and reserve straight from the resort's partner page.

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02 · Considered

Talk to a concierge.

Transfers, dining reservations, kids' clubs, dives, anniversaries — one person from brief to bag drop.

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