Taj Exotica

The Taj Exotica is a stylish property situated just 15 minutes from Male in the South Male Atoll. The hotel has a laid back feel with excellent food and service.

The Taj Exotica is situated on one of the only clear sand lagoons in the Maldives, Emboodhu Finolhu. Surrounded by soft white sand beaches and aquamarine water, the Taj Exotica’s luxurious yet rustic style complements the natural vegetation of the island.

The 62 air-conditioned villas are all palm thatched and finished in natural wood. 55 of the villas are over-water, whilst the remaining seven are on the beach. All the villas are fully equipped with a mini-bar, satellite television, DVD player, IDD telephone and bathtubs overlooking the water.

The resort has two restaurants ’24 Degrees’ serves a multi-cuisine for dinner, whilst ’The Deep End’ serves Mediterranean fare all day. ’The Equator Bar’ offers classic cocktails, margaritas, music and a fantastic view. There is a PADI dive school, fitness centre, billiards table, beach volleyball court, library and boutique. The Jiva Grand Spa offers a full range of treatments.

• Accommodation 24 Lagoon Villas, 31 Deluxe Lagoon Villas, 4 Deluxe Beach Villas, 2 Two-Bedroomed Beach Villa Suites, 1 Presidential Suite
• Location 15min from Male airport, South Male Atoll
• Getting there 10.5hr direct flight then 15min speedboat transfer
• Children Children welcome but no facilities
• Facilities Spa, gym, 2 restaurants, bar, 2 swimming pools, PADI centre, canoeing, water-skiing, sailing
• Free activities Sailing, windsurfing, sea kayaking, volleyball, indoor games
• Paid activities Water-skiing, diving, spa, deep sea fishing, sunset cruises
• Weather Good year round destination, best time to visit is Dec to Apr