The ever-glowing Raffles Maldives Meradhoo Resort is the famed AccorHotel brand’s fourth property in the Maldives and Raffles’ very first. A sanctum that is nestled in the depths of Gaafu Alifu Atoll’s immaculate seas of blue, the 38-villa destination is on a rank that hasn’t been set by any other. The tasteful yet completely elegant sensation that encompasses the look of the island makes it the superlative location for travellers in pursuit of a luxurious and thrilling escape from reality. 

This type of exceptionality in terms of natural beauty, service and property is not a hard feat to encounter in the Maldives but Raffles Maldives has planted their definitive mark in the industry through their flawless touch to island living with the introduction of the Raffles Royal Residence. This gorgeous property is a vast six-bedroom villa set atop an unblemished stretch of beach with the softest powder white sand and is a whopping 1,700 square metres. This property is large enough to accommodate fifteen guests all at once with ease and is the perfect place to entertain large groups of friends and family with their expansive three adjoining reception rooms. It's an incredulous mansion that is unlike anything you have ever seen.

The masterfully crafted piece of architectural glory’s interiors were glamorized by Singapore-based design house, BLINK. They brought the property to life by blending traditional elegance with contemporary chic decor and intricately reflecting the Maldives’ significant maritime beauty into the structure and design. The louvred doors and striped monsoon blinds spread a colonial hint throughout the interiors and this rustic feel to the mansion is then elevated with the grey-blue shades swarming throughout the property. This is then accentuated by the furniture littered with local sea inspired features and the upholstery that holds delicate intricacies of coral patterns. 

The interiors are extremely comforting and luxurious at the same time but the best part awaits outside. This property offers the definitive ultra-luxury island living and this is widely reflected in its outdoor area. Engulfed by the emerald tropical vegetation of the island, this property holds a private terrace for you to enjoy views of the calming sway of palm trees from behind and the tranquil hypnosis of the ocean that lays upfront. You will have picturesque views of all the good things that mother nature has to offer and with a private pool on a private beach just for you right at your doorstep, paradise doesn’t seem like it's too out of reach.

Raffles Royal Residence truly lives up to its name, bringing out every stop to ensure that every guest feels like absolute royalty. This property redefined the concept of island living and is now on a lane that is completely its own.