Dining / Resturants
Dine your way, anywhere... Select your own gourmet menu and location for a memorable dining experience curated by our culinary team. Dine at a sunken table on the beach, poolside in your villa, or at other secluded corners of our island. Venture further on a sunset cruise or to our private sandbank for an intimate soiree or a magical outdoor movie night under the stars.
A true island escape experience, The Shack is our own private sand cay (giri). Two distinct trips to The Shack are available daily – a 4-hour day trip including a picnic-style lunch, and a 4-hour evening trip with a private chef to cook up a sunset BBQ.Reservation in advance is required
Pibati means “to drink, absorb, imbibe†in Sanskrit. This chilled beachside café satisfies your daytime cravings with comfort food ranging from pressed sandwiches to hand-pulled Roma-style pizzettes, organic salads, cakes and pastries, gelato and more, along with freshly brewed barista coffees, forest-friendly teas, juices and wellness
concoctions.
Yakitori Bar is the place to be to indulge in sundowners, including Asian-inspired creative cocktails and mocktails crafted by our team of mixologists alongside fine Japanese sakes and spirits. Delicious smoky aromas from the robata grill permeate the bar and work to whet your appetite.
Umami means “essence of deliciousness†in Japanese and is known as the fifth element of taste. It perfectly describes the variety of mouth-watering experiences that await in this relaxing open space cooled by the gentle ocean breeze. Japanese-inspired menus carefully prepared in our teppanyaki theatre offer a premium selection of organically grown vegetables, Wagyu beef and sustainably sourced fish and seafood. In our main dining room or beachside, enjoy a wide range of traditional and modern a la carte Japanese dishes, including fresh-caught fish grilled over charcoal embers and served with delicate signature sauces, as well as sushi and sashimi featuring Maldivian
seafood.
Named after the local Dhivehi word for “chiliâ€, Mirus Bar serves a refreshing selection of cocktails inspired by the region’s former Portuguese and Arabic spice trade routes and concocted with ingredients from our own herb garden. Here, you can also enjoy an extensive range of Old and New World wines, including organic and biodynamic varieties. Pair your drink with Spanish tapas and local bites famous in the South Asian region.
Thoughtfully sourced and carefully served, local fish is the star of the show at Seasalt, caught and delivered daily by neighbouring local fishermen. Enjoy the fresh taste of the sea in coastal cuisine that blends Middle Eastern and Mediterranean influences and traditions in dishes that burst with ancient flavours, spices and colours.Breakfast includes a daily rotation of local and international favourites alongside fresh-baked breads. Lunch includes light and sharing-style dishes complemented by daily specials, while Seasalt’s signature salt-baked fish dishes are a highlight at dinner.
Facilities
Experience inner peace and be pampered in our tranquil treetop spa, cocooned amidst the leafy canopy with the lush surroundings. Spa Alila features four double treatment suites, all with a private bathroom, shower and a floor-to-ceiling window offering views. Treat yourself to rejuvenating treatments and beauty rituals that put a contemporary spin on ancient healing techniques and draw on the benefits of natural ingredients to deliver pure luxurious indulgence.
Lifestyle boutique offering a wide selection of signature Alila Living amenities as well as a range of local and international island-inspired products.
Work out in our light-filled gym offering the latest Technogym equipment and floor-to-ceiling views of the lush surroundings.
Relax and read in air-conditioned comfort by the beach.
A dedicated play space for our young guests, keeping them entertained and engaged with toys, games and fun, supervised indoor and outdoor activities. Indulge in some fun with a wide variety of games for all ages to
choose from.
Pepper your relaxation with the thrill of snorkelling, diving, kayaking and other water activities and excursions.
Experiences
From barefoot chic to elegant sophistication, seal your love with an enchanting celebration at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, set in tropical splendour. Surrounded by nature’s majestic beauty, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives provides idyllic settings to create timeless memories together. Tie the knot or renew your vows on a pristine palm-fringed beach with the glistening ocean as your backdrop, or begin this next chapter in your love story with a private event in one of our restaurants. For a more intimate celebration, a sunset ceremony on our private sandbank followed by a bespoke dining experience under the stars conjures a perfect moment of magic.