Landaa Giravaru - Four Seasons Resort

The much advertised second Four Seasons resort at the Maldives opened on 1st November 2006 and covers all the 18 acres of the island of Landaa Giraavaru. Situated in the unspoilt atoll of Baa, 120 km north of Male, the island is an enchanting hideaway in a tropical paradise, where splendid seclusion meets the magnificence of nature.

The Resort covers all the 18 acres of the island of Landaa Giraavaru, an enchanting hideaway in a tropical paradise where splendid seclusion meets the magnificence of nature. The Resort comprises 102 units between Beach Bungalows and Water Villas.

Bungalows and villas have been built according to Maldivian architectural principles, with straw roofs and walls of stony coral, and offer comfortable indoor and outdoor spaces. Each one is surrounded by lush vegetation which guarantees total privacy. 

Beach Bungalow with pool (29 units: 75-square-metre indoor space, 91-square-metre outdoor space). These include a lounge and dining room pavilion overlooking a private garden on the sea side, and a night pavilion with vestibule and dressing room. The large bathroom has a bath tub, a shower and the traditional outdoor Maldivian shower. There is also a terrace with a small 5-metre plunge pool, sun deck and gazebo. 

Beach Villa with Pool (30 units: 137-square-metre indoor space, 260-square-metre outdoor space). A small turquoise fence set between little walls of stony coral leads to the private area of the spacious Beach Villas, which comprise a night pavilion, an indoor living room, a dressing room and a luxury bathroom with outdoor shower. The main attraction of the Beach Villas is the 12-metre swimming pool linked to an outdoor living and dining pavilion with sand floor. The loft with daybed is ideal for enjoying the ocean’s view. The traditional Maldivian swing and the sun loungers near the swimming pool and the protected access, directly from the beach, contribute to extend the outdoor space.

Royal Beach Villa (1 unit: 310-square-metre indoor space, 890-square-metre outdoor space). A very large suite with two bedrooms occupying the main pavilion of the Royal Beach Villa, complete with indoor and outdoor bathroom. The villa also offers an outdoor pavilion with living and dining area, kitchenette and butler’s room, and a separate pavilion for guests. The dining area is suspended over the 20-metre pool which stretches hidden along the beach; there is a gazebo, a private massage area and a large sun deck. For large families, the Royal Beach Villa can be linked to two other Beach Villas.

Water Villa (28 units: 74-square-metre indoor space, 53-square-metre outdoor space). Situated along the jetty, the Water Villas offer spectacular views at dawn and sunset. They comprise one bedroom, living room, dressing room and bathroom with outdoor shower. The outdoor terrace offers a separate dining and living area, a platform with shower at sea level and a rooftop loggia accessible through a winding staircase.

Water Villa with Pool (10 units: 74-square-metre indoor space, 67-square-metre outdoor space). As well as the above-mentioned characteristics, the Water Villas also offer a private 14-metre pool.

Two-bedroom Water Villa (2 units: 182-square-metre indoor space, 200-square-metre outdoor space). Situated at one end of the Water Bungalows’ jetty, the Water Villas offer spectacular views at dawn and sunset. Each villa offers two identical bedrooms with separate dressing room, bathtub and shower. The living and dining area overlooks the small pool and the sun deck, from which the panoramic rooftop loggia can be accessed. A few steps lead from the sun deck to the lower platform with sea access and shower.

Koimala Land and Ocean Villa (2 units: 280-square-metre indoor space, 400-square-metre outdoor space). A perfect synthesis of the Maldivian concept of land-water, this villa is partly built on the ground, partly on water. The pavilion on the ground features access to the beach and offers the living and dining area, a reading room, a kitchenette and a maid’s room. The water pavilion, linked by a wooden gangway alongside the small 36-square-metre pool, offers one bedroom with dressing room, vestibule and bathroom with outdoor shower. The large sun deck and the panoramic gazebo offer access to the lower platform at sea level and the shower

EXTRAS
All bungalows have fast internet connection, digital telephone line, 42” plasma TV and DVD reader. The bathroom includes soft ultra absorbent towels, large mirror for make-up and shaving, hairdryer, pure cotton bathrobe and slippers and high quality bathroom products. Valuables can be kept in the bedroom safe. Fresh pure cotton sheets, air conditioning, ceiling fans and a well supplied mini bar all contribute to offer the best comfort in each bungalow.

DINING:
The Resort offers six different possibilities, including dining in your own bungalow. Al Barakat is situated above the water and offers a selection of delicious Lebanese specialities. After dessert guests can go down to the bar to enjoy Arabian tea, Turkish coffee or smoke a Shisha pipe.
Blu, the splendid restaurant situated on the westernmost point of the island overlooking two kilometres of lagoon, offers authentic Italian specialities and wines. Comprising three pavilions reflecting in the water, Café Landaa serves the best of Asian and Eastern cuisine, sushi and teppanyaki in particular. Service is also available on the beach, for fun picnics and romantic candlelit dinners.

Five Degree North, the resort’s main bar hidden among coconut palm trees, offers a fantastic view over the whole island. The bar is made out of a dhoni and offers the Maldivian ‘Sae Bon’ or afternoon tea; an updated library and a selection of board games are at the guests’ disposal. The Barbecue Giraavaru only opens at night and offers a selection of fish of the day and delicious meat, salads and side dishes. The teak tables and chairs are placed directly in the sand, overlooking the sea.

THE LANDA SPA is a wellbeing centre which also includes the first Ayurvedic centre in Four Seasons. The Centre was created with the assistance of Indian experts from Kerala, in order to offer the all-in-one holistic approach typical of Ayurvedic treatments and culture.

POOLS
The Resort has three pools, the main one being a spectacular Olympic-size 50-metre pool complete with ‘swim-up bar’, surrounded by spacious sun decks and private gazebos. There is also a children’s pool and the 20-metre salt water pool.

CENTRE FOR MARINE RESEARCH
Managed by a team of marine biologists and researchers, the centre develops a series of environmental activities aimed at protecting and preserving the Maldivian fauna and sea life. Each day guests can take part in interesting discussions and speeches on the most varied topics concerning the marine environment.
As well as sunbathing, snorkelling, diving and relaxing, there are many other activities offered by Landaa Giraavaru. As well as the Surf School and the Diving Centre with the internationally recognised PADI centre, which offers the best Nitrox and Air equipment, the resort also has a Leisure Centre and a Children and Teenagers Club, which offers a wide range of activities and organised excursions. The Water Sports Centre offers a range of activities such as kayaking, snorkelling, windsurf and water sky, as well as parasailing and exhilarating banana-rides. Our less active guests can relax in one of our three pools. Wherever you wish to be, you can rest assured you will always be able to enjoy the impeccable Four Seasons service.