Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a private island retreat located in the picturesque Raa Atoll at the northern edge of the Maldives, was announced today by Hyatt Hotels Corporation. The all-pool villa resort provides a refreshing blend of serenity and exploration in a relatively untouched corner of the archipelago known for its abundant marine life.

“As countries continue to open up and travel confidence grows, we look forward to welcoming guest from all over the world to Alila Kothaifaru Maldives for a memorable gaway in what we hope will become the centerpiece of Raa Atoll” David Udell group president, Asia-Pacific, Hyatt “

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is a 45 minute seaplane journey from Male’ and is located on a 27 .6 acre (11.20 hectare) The Raa atoll being one of  the archipelago’s deeper atolls, offer a wealth of snorkeling and diving opportunities to see the archipelago’s diverse marine life, which includes anything from colorful corals to manta rays and sharks. The resort is located in vaadhoo Island, one of the greatest places to see the amazing ‘sea of stars’ phenomena, as well as the famed Hanifaru Bay UNESCO world Biosphere reserve. Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has white-sand beaches, a gorgeous house reef, and lush foliage overlooking the endless expanse of the ocean blue.

The Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has 80 pool villas, 44 of which are beachfront and 36 of which are perched overwater with direct access to the sea. Guests can unwind in these subtle, stylish settings that strike a mix between privacy and outside access. The resort’s elegant minimalist architecture, designed by Studiogoto of Singapore, includes terraced pavilions, villas, and a treetop spa that are artfully incorporated into the existing terrain to immerse visitors in the beautiful natural surroundings. Open-air areas and a calming palette of island-inspired colors and textures are used throughout the low-rise structures and contemporary interiors, offering an idyllic setting for complete relaxation and connection with nature.