Stay & Play
Paradise Found: The Conrad Hilton Rangali Island
by Daniel Smajovits
Known throughout the world for its stunning waters and pristine beaches, at the heart of the Maldives is a resort like no other: the Conrad Hilton Rangali Island, where nature and luxury coalesce into perfection. With 151 beautiful villas and suites, the Conrad redefines extravagance. Regardless of choice, five-star amenities, stunning views and the utmost in privacy awaits you.
The Staff: Greeting you with a hand over their heart, your island hosts will treat you like family. Whether you’re enjoying a meal, on a nature walk or exciting excursion, you feel the love that the staff have not only for their jobs, but for every guest and naturally, the country they call home.
The Villas Perched on stilts above the Indian Ocean, a sanctuary awaits at your over water villa. With direct access to the crystal-clear ocean, a private sun deck, an infinity pool and either sunrise or sunset views, these villas define the Maldives. In fact, it’s natural to pinch yourself to ensure you are not dreaming.
Perfect for families, the resort’s beach villas are built into the island’s lush vegetation, blending indoor and outdoor living spaces that are serene, private and spacious. With white sand and the warm ocean steps from your bedroom, the natural beauty of the Maldives surrounds you.
World Firsts: If unparalleled beauty is not enough, the Conrad is also home to two-world firsts.
Built five meters below sea level, Ithaa is the world’s first undersea restaurant where you can marvel at panoramic views of a vibrant coral reef while dining on five-star cuisine. With a capacity of 14 guests, Ithaa offers three daily seatings: lunch, dinner or a unique Viewing Hour.
For a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience, the Muraka is the world’s first undersea residence. Beginning at $9,999 per night, the Muraka is a three-bedroom, two-level residence with a master bedroom submerged over 16 feet below sea level. The experience includes a 24-hour butler, a private gym, private seaplane dock and much more.
Food: The resort is home to 12 unique five-star dining concepts which offer unparalleled variety and quality. For more on the various dining experiences, please read our article on page 26.
Wellness: With relaxation top-of-mind, the Conrad has dedicated itself to caring for both your mind and body as well. Two award-winning spas with personalized wellness packages provide a range of treatments that combine traditional and modern technique and world-class instructors await you for a variety of yoga or fitness classes.
Adventure: If adventure is on your to-do-list, join an unforgettable Whale Shark (year-round) or Manta Ray excursion or try your hand at fishing, scuba diving or renting a flyboard and soaring above the Indian Ocean. If you’d like to stay closer to the beach, all guests have free access to non-motorized watersports and can borrow snorkeling gear to enjoy the resort’s private coral reef at their leisure.
A Resort for All: If your children are lucky enough to join you in paradise, they will have access to either the Majaa Explorers Hub, complete with a splash park, or the Furaavaru Teens Club. On land and in-water activities are led by a team of instructors and it will keep them busy throughout the day while you enjoy some much-needed alone time.
Travel with Purpose: Critical to the Conrad’s mission is Hilton’s Travel with Purpose program which includes a commitment to the local culture, environment and sustainability. Immerse yourself in the local culture through Nerulhu Auah, an in-resort cultural village built to celebrate the Maldivian people with a diverse range of activities, exhibits, dining experiences and performances.
A timeless natural charm awaits you at the Conrad. The two islands coalesce into one sanctuary where indelible experiences are curated and true tranquility is unlocked.
