Atlantis The Royal Maldives is set to open in 2029, introducing a dual-island resort conceived by Kerzner International and Assets Group. Anchored on Vaaredhdhoo Faru in South Malé Atoll, the project scales up the brand’s entertainment-led hospitality with a Maldivian sensibility. Access is swift: 10 minutes by seaplane or 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport. The site spans around 1.37 million square metres with more than 5.8 kilometres of beachfront, setting the stage for an expansive destination that balances spectacle with place.
The development brings two distinct islands with complementary identities. Family Island and Luxury Island will together feature 493 keys, including 270 hotel rooms and 223 villas and mansions. Across the resort, guests can expect 20 dining venues, two beach clubs and an Aquaventure waterpark measuring approximately 70,000 square metres with up to 15 rides anchored by the Neptune and Poseidon Towers. The ambition is clear: an integrated stay where accommodation, dining and attractions are designed to work in concert.
Dual islands, one vision
Programming extends beyond the headline waterpark. Sports academies, entertainment zones and wellness facilities position Atlantis The Royal Maldives as a year-round leisure hub for families and couples. The resort will also bring an interpretation of The Lost Chambers Aquarium to the archipelago, showcasing sustainably sourced native marine life under the Atlantis Atlas Project.
Culinary plans are equally defined. More than 17 signature experiences include Gastronomy, The Royal Tearoom and Ossiano, alongside a line-up of celebrity-chef restaurants, social dining concepts and two beach clubs. The brief is broad yet curated, with variety built into the masterplan so guests can shift from elevated tasting menus to relaxed island dining without leaving the property.
Wellness is mapped across the islands rather than confined to one building. Expect a botanical alchemy zone, a world-class spa with longevity treatments, an overwater platform for yoga and breathwork, a beauty salon, a recovery studio and an indoor-outdoor fitness centre. Retail avenues add a layer of discovery with a selection of luxury boutiques, while event spaces accommodate intimate gatherings and large celebrations.
Protecting island ecosystems while elevating family and luxury stays
Sustainability is embedded from planning through to operations. The resort aims to protect the island ecosystem with responsible design, energy efficiency, coral and seaweed regeneration, and water conservation systems. The goal is long-term environmental resilience that supports the Maldives’ natural assets and the guest experience.
Atlantis The Royal Maldives blends a vibrant family resort with an exclusive luxury retreat. By pairing two islands with distinct purposes, it creates choice without compromise and delivers the brand’s entertainment-first DNA through a Maldivian lens. For travellers seeking a high-impact resort with serious breadth of amenities, the 2029 opening will be one to watch.
Quick summary – Atlantis The Royal Maldives
- 📍 Atlantis The Royal Maldives will open in 2029 on Vaaredhdhoo Faru, South Malé Atoll.
- ✈️ Access: 10 minutes by seaplane or 25 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport.
- 🏝️ Dual islands: Family Island and Luxury Island with 493 keys (270 rooms, 223 villas and mansions).
- 🍽️ Dining and daylife: 20 venues, two beach clubs, plus signature spots like Gastronomy, The Royal Tearoom and Ossiano.
- 💦 Aquaventure: 70,000 m² waterpark with up to 15 rides anchored by Neptune and Poseidon Towers.
- 🌊 Marine and attractions: Lost Chambers Aquarium with native marine life under the Atlantis Atlas Project.
- 🧘 Wellness and sport: sports academies, entertainment zones, spa and indoor–outdoor fitness across the islands.
- 🌿 Sustainability: responsible design, energy efficiency, coral and seaweed regeneration, and water conservation.
- 📏 Scale: 1,368,890 m² total land area with over 5.8 km of beachfront.
