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Turquoise waters lap at white-sand shores. Towering palms rustle overhead. Welcome to Baros, a natural paradise with a lush island canopy, just 25 minutes by speedboat from the Maldives' international airport. The hotel welcoming guests since 1973, and have spent decades honing services and cultivating environment, crafting what it is believed to be a legendary resort. Today, it is one of the most loved Maldives resorts, and we're excited to show you what makes us so special.
Baros Maldives
PO Box 2015, Male'
Maldives
North Male Atoll, Maldives
20-02
Nearest Airport: MLE
We had an amazing 3 nights stay at Baros Maldives. Everything was beautiful room and delicious food to the stunning house reef. A special thanks to our butler, Shalini, for taking great care of us, Chef Mr Sumit for the exclusive dining experience and amazing meals, and Miss Banon for helping us capture wonderful memories with beautiful photos. Thank you, Baros Team for an unforgettable stay. We can’t wait to visit again.
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Excellent location – The resort is only 25 minutes from the airport, making the transfer quick and convenient. Romantic and cozy atmosphere – The island is perfect for couples looking for a peaceful and intimate getaway. Beautiful villas and landscaping – The resort is stunning, with amazing landscaping, modern luxury villas, stylish furniture, and spacious rooms. Considering the price (around USD 1,100 per night, including half board and airport transfers), it offers excellent value for money. Outstanding customer service – Our personal assistant, Sam, was incredibly kind, helpful, and attentive throughout our stay. Great beach and snorkeling – The beach is beautiful, and the snorkeling is excellent with plenty of marine life to explore. Try both villa types – I highly recommend staying in both the Overwater Villa and the Beach Villa, for example, two nights in each, as they offer different but equally enjoyable experiences. Overwater Villa – Absolutely amazing, luxurious, and spacious. The private pool is much larger than those at many other resorts. Pool temperature – The Overwater Villa pool was a little cold. Adding a pool heater would make the experience even better. Interestingly, the Beach Villa's private pool felt much warmer, even though both pools were technically at room temperature. Food quality – The food was delicious. However, guests on the complimentary half-board package should note that breakfast and dinner is available at only one restaurant. The dinner menu is somewhat limited and includes one appetizer, one main course, and one dessert. Beverages are not included at dinner—not even water. Breakfast, however, is a buffet and includes beverages. Activities – Most activities require an additional charge, including kayaking. There are also very few activities available during the evening. No jet skis or bicycles – The resort does not offer jet skis or bicycles in order to protect the marine environment and because the island is relatively small.
yasser A
We had an amazing 4-night stay at Baros Maldives, and everything exceeded our expectations. The resort is absolutely beautiful, the weather was perfect, and our villa was spotless, comfortable, and very luxurious. The service was exceptional from the moment we arrived. Every staff member was warm, friendly, and always willing to help, making us feel truly welcome throughout our stay. We enjoyed an exciting fishing trip and an unforgettable snorkeling experience, where we saw beautiful marine life in the crystal-clear water. These activities made our holiday even more special. The food at all the restaurants was outstanding. Every meal was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, with a great variety of options. Thank you to everyone at Baros Maldives for making our vacation so memorable. We highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a luxurious and relaxing getaway, and we can't wait to come back! Special thanks to Salini for the help she gave us and helped us in everyway possible that made us enjoy our stay
Rashid A
This is a resort highly recommended in Maldives. Abundance of nature, great service. Salini is a great host and looked after really well.
Pooja I
Our 3-night stay at Baros Maldives was truly exceptional, and before we even left, we were already planning our next visit! From arrival to departure, everything was seamless. A Baros representative welcomed us at the airport, assisted us to the speedboat, and another staff member even stayed with us during airport check-in on our departure until everything was completed smoothly. As first time visitors to the Maldives, we really appreciated this thoughtful level of service. The resort is only about a 25 minute speedboat ride from the airport, making it very convenient, especially for shorter stays. Despite being so close, the island feels incredibly peaceful and secluded. We were amazed by the marine life! you can easily spot reef sharks and plenty of colorful fish right from the beach villas. The food was consistently delicious. Breakfast had a good selection of both Oriental and Continental dishes. Lunch portions were generous enough for two people to share, and dinner at Lime Restaurant offered a nice variety of Asian and Western options. We also enjoyed cocktails at Sails Bar and The Lighthouse Restaurant, both of which had a wonderful, romantic atmosphere. Our villa was spacious, spotless, and very comfortable. The bed was amazing, and the housekeeping did an outstanding job every day for keeping our villa clean and tidy. What truly makes Baros special is its people. Every staff member greeted us with genuine smiles and made the effort to remember our names, making the service feel more warm and personal without being intrusive. A special thanks to our villa host, Sam, for making our stay sooo effortless. She was attentive, thoughtful, and even acknowledged our delayed celebration, making us feel genuinely special throughout our stay. Baros is the perfect place if you’re looking for tranquility, exceptional hospitality, and incredible marine life. Thank you to the entire team for such a memorable experience! we can’t wait to come back!
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