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Baros North Male atoll

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Baros Suite
The Lighthouse
Aerial View
Turtle
Sandbank Picnic
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Overview | Accommodation | Facilities | Watersports | Dining
Our Opinion
One of the first islands to be developed for tourism in the Maldives, and originally recognised as a divers’ resort a short speedboat ride from Male, Baros has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Perennial favourite of tourism founding father, Universal’s Dr Ibrahim Umar Maniku (“Dr” to all that knew him), it was remodelled as a 5-star resort under his stewardship in 2004. Since then, it has been regularly upgraded, and while there are now bigger, grander and glitzier luxury resorts dotted across the Maldives, Baros blends its original charm with a distinctive, classy feel.

Accommodation comes in the form of traditional Maldivian villas, on the beach and over water, with and without pools. Recent refurbishments have given the interiors a lighter, more airy feel, and even the entry-level Deluxe Villas are a perfectly acceptable room if you’re spending most of your time enjoying what else the resort has to offer. For those with room in the budget, the larger Suites and Baros Residence offer very spacious living and extra entitlements, such as a butler, welcome gifts, priority tables at dinner, and more.

Service and dining are first class. Lime Restaurant serves international and Maldivian cuisine in a lovely setting, an excellent ‘main’ restaurant, while the Cayenne Grill offers more intimate, al fresco a la carte dining, as well as a small yet perfect Teppanyaki bar. Much has been written about the iconic, signature Lighthouse restaurant, with its unmistakeable tented roof. Our view is that, despite the stiff competition, you would be pushed to find a better fine-dining restaurant in the Maldives. A visit to Baros is incomplete until you have tried the lobster bisque here. For those wanting to add some lifetime memories to their stay, we wholeheartedly recommend a romantic sunset dinner cruise on the beautiful dhoni “Nooma” and a private breakfast on the Piano Deck.

The new laid back Sails Bar is a fantastic addition, right up with the top resort bars in the Maldives, and the perfect complement to the more refined Lighthouse Lounge.

The star of the Baros show is undoubtedly its gorgeous house reef. It seems to have fared better than most from the ravages of coral bleachings, with an abundance of colourful marine life, and turtles and reef sharks making regular snorkelling companions.

Baros does not permit guests under eight years of age.


Age Restrictions
All Inclusive
Barefoot
Beach
Boutique
Bucket List
Dining Options
Diving
Eco-Friendly
Fine Dining
House Reef
Luxury
Natural Beauty
Overwater Villas
Romantic
Rooms With Pools
Snorkelling
Speedboat Transfer

How Our Clients Rate Baros

Feedback Criteria
Average Rating
Service
9.7 / 10
Rooms
9.0 / 10
Dining
9.3 / 10
Bars
9.4 / 10
Facilities
9.1 / 10
Spa
8.4 / 10
Non-Water Activities
8.2 / 10
Excursions
9.3 / 10
Natural Beauty
9.2 / 10
Beaches
8.9 / 10
Snorkelling
9.6 / 10
Diving
10.0 / 10
Other Water Activities
9.5 / 10
Value For Money
9.1 / 10
'Soul'
9.2 / 10
Desire to Return...
9.4 / 10
TA WIDGET
Special Offers
    2022 20% Summer Special Offer
    For stays between now and 31st October 2022 receive a 20% Discount on all villa types PLUS a 20% Discount on Half Board meal supplement PLUS 25% Discount on Return Transfers. This offer is applicable on extra person/ child.
    Travel Window
    01/05/2022 - 31/10/2022
    Book By
    30/10/2022
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    2023 20% Early Bird Offer
    Book a stay of 14 nights or more 60 days prior to arrival and receive 20% discount on your room rate. This offer is applicable on all room types.
    Travel Window
    11/01/2023 - 22/12/2023
    Book By
    13/10/2022
    *minimum stays of 14 nights
    *must be booked at least 60 days before travel
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    2021-22 20% Early Bird Discount Offer
    Book at least 60 days ahead for stays of 14 nights or more and receive 20% Discount on villa rates. Discount applies to extra person and is valid for all villa categories. Only combinable with contracted honeymoon/anniversary offers. Black out dates 23 December 2021 to 10 January 2022.
    Travel Window
    01/11/2021 - 22/12/2022
    Book By
    21/10/2022
    *minimum stays of 14 nights
    *must be booked at least 60 days before travel
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    2023 10% Early Bird Offer
    Book a stay of up to 13 nights 60 days prior to arrival and receive 10% discount on your room rate. This offer is applicable on all room types.
    Travel Window
    11/01/2023 - 22/12/2023
    Book By
    13/10/2022
    *must be booked at least 60 days before travel
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    2021-22 10% Early Bird Discount Offer
    Book at least 60 days ahead for stays of 13 nights or less and receive 10% Discount on villa rates. Discount applies to extra person and is valid for all villa categories. Only combinable with contracted honeymoon/anniversary offers. Black out dates 23 December 2021 to 10 January 2022.
    Travel Window
    01/11/2021 - 22/12/2022
    Book By
    21/10/2022
    *must be booked at least 60 days before travel
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    Summer 2022 Free Transfer Offer
    Stay a minimum of 7 nights and receive complimentary shared speedboat transfer to and from Velana International Airport. This offer can be combined with other contractual offers, and is applicable to extra person sharer.
    Travel Window
    01/06/2022 - 31/10/2022*
    Book By
    23/10/2022
    *minimum stays of 7 nights
    *last night must fall within date band
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    2023-24 Honeymoon Benefits
    Bottle of sparkling wine and chocolates in villa on arrival. One honeymoon photo in Baros photo frame. One candlelit dinner for the couple (menu set by resort) Romantic bed decoration and special turn down service once during stay. Benefits will only apply for clients travelling within 6 months from the date of the wedding. A copy of the wedding certificate or the wedding invitation card must be presented to the resort on request. These benefits are applicable to all room types.
    Travel Window
    11/01/2023 - 10/01/2024
    Book By
    03/01/2024
    *minimum stays of 4 nights
    *subject to availability, blackout dates & geographical market restrictions may apply
    Summary
    Baros is an award-winning boutique resort on a tropical coral island ringed by sandy beaches and a flourishing house reef. Renowned for discreet, personalised service and its lush natural environment, Baros is a legend in the Maldives.

    A Baros holiday begins minutes after touching down at Velana International Airport close to Malé. You will be greeted with a Baros signature drink and escorted to your speedboat, reaching the iconic Lighthouse within 25 minutes of leaving the airport jetty.

    Baros is a pioneering eco-friendly resort. Over the past four decades Baros has carefully nurtured the natural eco-systems of the island, the lagoon and the majestic underwater world beyond with a unique combination of environmentally responsible luxury and practical Maldivian sustainability.
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