Heritance Aarah

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Heritance Aarah is a luxurious resort in the secluded and picturesque islands of the Raa Atoll. Offering it's visitors pristine, golden beaches and beautifully clear turquoise waters, this resort brings to life everything you expected the Maldives to be from the moment you step foot off your seaplane transfer. The resort features a variety of different accommodation options such as Beach Villas that provide direct access to stretches of heavenly Indian Ocean and more luxurious such as overwater villas and suites, each with direct step access to the beautiful blue waters from your private sun deck. There's also a mix of sumptuous cuisines for you to indulge in from sunrise to sunset and with premium all-inclusive you can enjoy all your favourite drinks to with each culinary masterclass.  This resort is jampacked full of amenities on both land and sea, making it the perfect location for couples and families alike, the resort offers an array of recreational activities, such as snorkelling, diving, football, tennis and even excursions to nearby islands, allowing guests to work up a sweat, explore the vibrant underwater world or just enjoy the natural beauty of the Maldives. The resort offers a tranquil spa where you can indulge in a range of therapeutic treatments and massages so you can really unwind and leave the stresses of back home behind. 

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box

Where is it

Within the scenic Raa Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 25kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

150 suites, ocean villa and land villas. All with flat-screen TV, safe, Marshall bluetooth speaker, WiFi access, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities and espresso machine. Beach Villas have direct access to the beach from the private sundeck and separate en-suite bathroom with bath and outdoor shower. Featuring 1 king-size bed, sleeping a maximum of 3 adults. 


Premium All-Inclusive: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner at all restaurants (Hathaa dining will be subject to an additional supplement, Baani dining is for Ocean Suite and Ocean Resident guests only). Mini-bar replenished twice daily. Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine/champagne* on arrival. Two complimentary bottles of water, per day. Two bottles of spirits selected by the guest added to the in-villa mini bar daily. In villa dining**. Cooking classes. Cocktail masterclasses. Ice cream, candy and cocktails. 

*Champagne will be provided for guests staying in Ocean Suite with Infinity Pool or Ocean Resident with Infinity Lap Pool room types. 

** In villa dining is available for guests staying in Ocean Suite with Infinity Pool or Ocean Resident with Infinity Lap Pool room types

Ocean Villas have direct step access to the ocean from the private sundeck. Private en-suite bathroom and 1 king-size or twin-sized bed and over-sized day bed. Sleeps a maximum of 3 adults.

Pool Beach Villas are larger in size than standard Beach Villas and feature their own private plunge pool and have 1 King-sized bed and an over-sized daybed. Sleeps a maximum of 3 adults.

Family Beach Villas are generously sized and have direct beach access. They have a spacious en-suite bathroom with a bath, jacuzzi and outdoor shower. The first room features a King-sized bed and an oversized day bed and the second bedroom features twin beds and an oversized day bed. Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children.

Family Pool Beach Villas are slightly larger in size than the Family Beach Villa and have the same sleeping arrangements and bathroom amenities, with the addition of a private plunge pool on the sundeck. Sleeps a maximum of 4 adults and 2 children.

Ocean Suites with Infinity Pool are a luxurious experience, featuring direct step access to the ocean and private infinity pool. Rooms feature private en-suite bathroom with bath tub and have 1 King-size bed. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.

Ocean Residence with Infinity Lap Pool is the largest room type available at nearly 300sq metres. This suite includes a spacious en-suite bathroom with bath tub on both floors, two king-sized beds and a single bed. Sleeps a maximum 6 adults with an additional bed.

Ranba (Serving international cuisine, buffet style. Open breakfast, lunch and dinner). Ralu (serving French and Italian cuisine, open 07:00am-22:00pm). Ginifati (serving fresh seafood, open 19:00pm-22:00pm). Ambula (serving contemporary Sri Lankan cuisine, open 19:00pm-22:00pm). Hathaa (serving urban street food, open 19:00pm-22:00pm). Baani (serving Middle-Eastern and International cuisine, open 07:00am-22:00pm). Bandhi Bar (pool bar open 10:00am-12:00am, pizza served until 17:00pm). Sky Bar. Udaras Infinity Pool. Falhu Bar (exclusive for Ocean Suite guests). Rafu Lounge Bar. 

Daily entertainment. Open-air cinema. 

Main pool and Infinity pool. Medi Spa*. Veeru gym. Koka kids club. Teen activity room. Table Tennis. Tennis. Badminton. Beach volleyball. Beach football. Football. Pool. Diving*. Snorkelling*. Wind surfing*. Canoeing*. Water skiing*. Kite surfing*.

*Denotes local charge. 

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Paradise 💖

Jan 25, 2025 Z7903QSaprilg

The Maldives is paradise 💖 The hotel is amazing. Every restaurant the food was delicious. But best of all was our butler Kunal who was an absolute star, he definitely made our holiday, he was always there if you needed him. Thank you 💖 Can’t wait to return 💖
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing Honeymoon Experience at Heritance Aarah!

Jan 24, 2025 Filipa C Angra do Heroismo, Portugal

We had an incredible stay at Heritance Aarah, and we cannot thank the staff enough for making our honeymoon so special. First and foremost, a huge shoutout to Saurav, our butler, who was absolutely amazing. He went above and beyond to ensure our stay was seamless, helping us plan and make all the perfect reservations. His kindness and attention… Read more
We had an incredible stay at Heritance Aarah, and we cannot thank the staff enough for making our honeymoon so special. First and foremost, a huge shoutout to Saurav, our butler, who was absolutely amazing. He went above and beyond to ensure our stay was seamless, helping us plan and make all the perfect reservations. His kindness and attention to detail truly made our experience unforgettable. We enjoyed a delightful dinner at Ralu restaurant, where Elina served us with such warmth and friendliness. She made our honeymoon dinner feel extra special! We later attended her coffee workshop, and the beautiful art she created with coffee was simply mesmerizing. At Ambula restaurant, Sapna served us with so much thoughtfulness and care. She ensured every detail was perfect, and her kind demeanor made our dining experience even more memorable. We also had the pleasure of meeting Ibrahim, the chef at Harrah restaurant, who was not only talented but the funniest person we met during our stay! He added such a cheerful vibe to the evening. The cocktails throughout our vacation were absolutely wonderful, with every drink crafted to perfection. Whether by the pool, at the beachside, or during dinner, they were a highlight of our days. The resort itself is stunning, with beautiful beaches that make every moment feel like a dream. One of the most unforgettable experiences was swimming with the rays and sharks – it was thrilling and magical to be so close to such incredible marine life. Thank you, Heritance Aarah, for the impeccable hospitality and the beautiful memories. Every experience has been wonderful, and we are loving every moment of our honeymoon. We can’t recommend this paradise enough! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The magic ingredient - the people!

Jan 24, 2025 Curious24780775359

Apparently there are over 170 island resorts in the Maldives but we have chosen to come to Heritance Arrah 3 years in a row! The reasons are many, wonderful villa's, superb premium all inclusive, clear turquoise water, excellent food, I could go on! But, what really draws us back are the people, there seems to be a magic ingredient that… Read more
Apparently there are over 170 island resorts in the Maldives but we have chosen to come to Heritance Arrah 3 years in a row! The reasons are many, wonderful villa's, superb premium all inclusive, clear turquoise water, excellent food, I could go on! But, what really draws us back are the people, there seems to be a magic ingredient that Heritance Arrah has, each person, front of house, gardeners, cleaners, maintenance, all greet you with a smile and offer service that is second to none. Our butler, Alessandra, really looked after us, nothing was too much trouble, she was so thoughtful and really helped make sure we had a holiday filled with magical times and memories. We can't recommend Heritance Arrah highly enough Read less
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Jan 23, 2025 sarveshs170

Heritance was everything that we imagined. Luxurious, Welcoming & Beautiful. Loved everything about it. Our Guide Saurav did everything that we desired for, here. Be it booking activities and making our celebration even more special. Thankful to him and Heritance Group for making it worth it 🩵
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Jan 23, 2025 Janvi K

The resort is amazing! All the restaurants are so good with exceptional food and the staff is also very welcoming and professional. The rooms were extraordinary and the view from everywhere is heavenly. Our butler, Saurav, was extra helpful and available for any query throughout our stay. I would definitely want to come back here