Dining / Resturants
Milaidhoo is home to the first restaurant in the Maldives that specialises in gourmet local island cuisine, featuring dishes inspired by the Maldivian Spice Route. Named after the ancient wooden sailing vessels that brought spices and knowledge of other countries to the islands, Ba’theli by the Reef is one of the few fine-dining restaurants in the world that encourages its diners to come barefoot. Ba’theli’s architecture reflects its heritage, built to resemble three boats that are supported by pillars so it appears to be floating by the reef in the lagoon.
The story of Ba’theli boats began over 5,000 years ago when the Maldives was a key port of call for trading vessels sailing from Indonesia and India to Arabia with cargoes of cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, cloves, ginger and pepper. The Maldivian islanders bartered coconuts, sun-dried fish, cordage, cowrie shells and sails woven from coconut fibre for spices, rice, ceramics and silks. These locally-made cargo boats, or Ba’theli in the Maldivian language, collected these goods and sailed throughout the archipelago trading them, spreading knowledge about different lands, their customs and cuisine.
The menu created by the chef at Ba’theli by the Reef features dishes that originated in the Maldives, adapted for a gourmet palate. As in traditional Maldivian dishes, cooking techniques and ingredients come from around the Indian Ocean, India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. The restaurant concept is part of the Milaidhoo ethos to offer guests a very Maldivian holiday with a real sense of island life; the dining experience is truly island inspired, based on the culture, tradition and history of this destination.
To us, in villa dining means the creation of a magical experience for our guests in the privacy of their own accommodation, 24 hours a day. The menu includes a carefully curated selection of dishes designed to please and satisfy a craving for something different; our chefs make it just right.
The beachfront Shoreline Grill is where guests find superb meats and freshly caught local fish and seafood, simply cooked and beautifully presented. Guests dine barefoot on the sand in a private beachfront pavilion, or inside for a fantastic view of the show kitchen. This exceptional culinary experience inspires guests, and they can even enjoy an evening at our Chef’s Table where chef designs a tailor-made menu, and cooks especially for them. Guests are also invited to arrange a pre-dinner wine tasting session in our wine room with our sommelier. This is barefoot informality at its best: easy, simple, no fuss.
Here’s the tropical breakfast guests dream of: sitting on the deck by the ocean as our team delivers wave after wave of treats to the table. Or helping yourself to a huge variety of elegantly presented culinary delights, hand-picked from all over the world, locally sourced where possible. For lunch and dinner, the style remains casually comfortable with international dishes, perfectly presented, from our à la carte menu. Here, the key words are fresh, flavourful and friendly.
Compass is the place to chill out and fall in love with our infinity pool that overlooks the ocean. When hunger calls, we’re right here with light meals including gourmet pizzas from our wood-fired oven, bento boxes, fresh salads and sandwiches, and of course, a tempting drinks list with the freshest juices, infused waters, wines and cocktails. The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down; the area transforms into a laid-back lounge offering aperitifs and after- dinner drinks as well as an impressive selection of cocktails.
Select from an array of fine wines, stop by for an evening drink or before dinner. A cozy hangout with cool temperatures chill with a fine wine and canapés. Our Sommelier would arrange a private wine tasting session on request, learn and explore.
Facilities
Bring out the positivity in you, breath, revive and rejuvenate your mind, body and soul at our four spectacular overwater treatment suites, pamper yourself within a calm and scenic atmosphere. We bring to you holistic treatments all the way from Africa which contain local herbs and plants. Get the best of Spa Therapies, organic and natural by Elemis, TheraNaka and Coola. For meditation, join our Complimentary Yoga and Meditation sessions at our overwater pavilion.
Leave your everyday life behind, explore and embrace new things that will bring positivity and enrich your life; learn the traditions of fishing from a local fisherman, explore the local culture and history with our islander guide, learn the herbs and ingredients of local Maldivian cuisines, pick them yourself from the gardens, from from our mixologist and concoct something of your own and feature it on the cocktail menu, you could do so much more, do something out of the ordinary.
Maldives is gorgeous be it above the waters or below. Encounter the majestic life beneath the waters with our diving Excursions. We have access to the best dive sites in the Atoll with diving activities available for beginners as well as experts and our five star PADI certified dive centre offers house reef diving, boat diving, private diving, night diving, fluo night dives, Manta Ray diving and nitrox.
The connoisseur of watersport adventures Maldives Island, if you did not experience watersports here then you are at a big loss. The aquaphiles would love the array of watersports activities that we have on offer, our non-motorised activities include; Kayaks, clear bottom Kayaks, windsurfers, catamarans and stand-up paddle boards. We have a selection of Motorised water sports as well. For snorkelling all equipments are Complimentary throughout your stay.
Cruise along the island take the route of your choice and explore the local life of Maldives. Go on a picnic to a secluded sandbank, watch the dolphins dance to the songs of the waves during the sunset, celebrate with a champagne and canapés. Enjoy a movie under the stars or simply relax on the white sugary sands. You could even tailor your own itinerary.
Learn why the Manta rays dance, why Whale Sharks tick and what makes dolphins smile, join our Marine Biologist and educate yourself in the area of wildlife within the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and the world renown Hanifaru bay.
Housing thousands of vibrant species of fish the turquoise oceans are the perfect fishing spots. Get on a traditional Dhoni or set sail with on a big game fishing boat which takes you to the high seas, spot the wahoo, sailfish, swordfish, giant trevally or marlin, enjoy the catch and release programme. Learn to fish by hand with a local fisherman or a guide. Fishing expeditions are a must try.
The world renown, the jewel of UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, the Hanifaru Bay where the largest groups of Manta rays in the world are spotted. If lucky you could see Whale Sharks and other rare marine species. Snorkeling trips are amazing in here.
Experiences
Celebrate your beach Wedding, renew your Vows at the beachfront stunner setting, spend your Honeymoon here with us or organise your Baby moon at this stupendous, luxury resort, we make your dream celebrations come true while designing, crafting and bringing together all the needful. We make your every moment special, romantic and memorable. Take a look at our packages and make prior bookings.