RESORT LOCATION: In a picture perfect setting, surrounded by turquoise sea and bathed in tropical sunshine, the Four Seasons Resort at Kuda Huraa is perhaps the Maldives' most perfect luxury resort. Fringed with a beach of the whitest, softest coral sand and shaded by swaying palm trees, Kuda Huraa is the island of your dreams. Nestled amongst the greenery of bright bougainvillea and fragrant frangipani, the deluxe Balinese-inspired bungalows feature thatched roofs, terracotta tile floors, cool white linen, classic cane furnishings and natural teak finishes. For added romance, some bungalows include a private, open-air garden shower or even a personal plunge pool with its own shaded sun deck. For those who want to be
at one with the sea, the Four Seasons Water Bungalows are situated over the lagoon itself, with uninterrupted water views, a private veranda and steps leading down to the water.
RESORT ACCOMMODATION: 106 very attractive rooms in Beach Bungalows, a Kuda Huraa Beach Villa two-bedroom suite - and the especially recommended and very private Water Bungalows and the Navaranna Water Villa Suites. All accommodation is air-conditioned, with private bath and shower, ceiling fan, safe, hairdryer, minibar, television/video, stereo system, tea/coffee making, and terrace/deck. Some Beach Bungalows have additional outdoor shower, while others also feature a private plunge pool and garden. Water Bungalow and Water Villa guests can opt to enjoy breakfast at the Reef Club
RESTAURANT: Out of the three restaurants, "Baraabaru" offers a La Carte with an informal setting for the finest dining, at a reasonable price. Well, you would expect to pay a little more for such starters as "sail in fill pastry served on red pepper cream and saffron sauce", followed by "stuffed quail with shitake mushrooms and pistachio nuts on tarragon cream sauce".
The Reef Club (left_side_picture) is the perfect spot to savor a relaxed meal, featuring delicious Mediterranean cuisine. Guests can enjoy a selection of fresh seafood, piping-hot Italian pizzas and grilled meats. The restaurant features a free-standing bar, ideal for a sunset toast, and dining areas outside on the wooden deck beside the ocean or inside under the thatched roof pavilion.
The other restaurant is main restaurant, known as "Cafe Huraa" , an open-sided thatched roof pavilion overlooking the swimming pool and lagoon; and serves buffet breakfast, lunch and all. Indeed the food is good, especially the salads, but perhaps not yet at the consistently high standard that one might expect.
The evening begins here for many guests, with a glorious sunset and cocktails in the Nautilus Lounge. This open-sided pavilion adjoins the reception area and overlooks the jetty and harbor island. Music complements the relaxed mood, while a tantalizing selection of Maldivian cocktails is available into the wee hours.
Afternoon tea is also served in the lounge. Choose from a traditional afternoon tea with finger sandwiches, pastries, scones and Devonshire cream, or a Maldivian afternoon tea with tuna chapatis, coconut scones, and foli and bokiba pastries.
RESORT FACILITIES: 03 Restaurant, Bar, Coffee Shop, Diving School, Water Sports Center, Gymnasium, Spa Service, Swimming Pool, Big Game Fishing.
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES: Catamaran Sailing, Wind Surfing, Sunset Sailing, Banana Ride, Fun Tube, Water Ski, Wakeboard, Knee Board, Splash Disc, Whirlpool, Steam Room, Weight Training, Cycling Machine, Stepper, Running Machines, Indoor Exercise Rower, Exercise Bench, Exercise Mats, Health Scale, Televisions, Walkmans.
Beach Bungalow's We may not consider the Beach Bungalow's large, but they are good looking, cozy, comfortable and distinctly modern. The sand and white striped counterpanes, the sea grass motifs on the wardrobe and the underwater fantasy painting give the rooms a seaside feel. The bathroom is a fair size and well appointed, maintaining the high standards with its own range of herbal amenities.
Beach Bungalows with Pool Just steps from the pristine, white sand beach and Resort facilities, and overlooking the Indian Ocean, the spacious and comfortable Beach Bungalows with Pool include a large plunge pool and the private luxury of an outdoor shower. These bungalows measure 93 square meters (1,000 square feet). As you could see from the left-side picture each offers expansive outdoor living spaces, with garden-wrapped private deck and plunge pool. And full, tiled bathroom includes a deep soaking tub and separate shower stall, plus a private outdoor shower.
Water Bungalows are built on sturdy columns rising from the placid waters, and with bedroom views of the sea, the over-the-lagoon Water Bungalows offer an atmosphere of delightful isolation. Each has a private sun deck with stairs to the turquoise lagoon. These Bungalows measure 98 square meters (1,054 square feet). Each has an entrance lobby and a spacious bedroom with day bed as well as a king-size bed facing picture-window views of the sea. A dressing room leads to a spacious bathroom overlooking the lagoon. The verandah deck is angled to be seen only from the sea, perfect for secluded sunbathing. Stairs lead down to the lagoon, a natural swimming pool where neon-colored fish lazily drift in the crystal-clear waters. A fresh water shower is conveniently next to the stairs.
Spacious Navaranna Water Villas sit atop the turquoise of the Indian Ocean and open to the endless azure sky. These one-bedroom villas feature a private deck, bathrooms with an ocean view, and a private outdoor shower. Navaranna Water Villas measure an expansive 153 square meters (1,643 square feet). This Maldivian Villa "pearl of the sea" is positioned on stilts above the blue lagoon, and provides a truly sweeping view of the Indian Ocean that extends to the horizon. This multi-roomed villa features a living room and bedroom of teak floors, stuccoed walls and glass paneled windows facing the sea; the dressing room leads to a spacious and bright bathroom overlooking the lagoon. The veranda deck, complete with sun loungers and private stairs leading down to the lagoon, is ideal for secluded sunbathing or a dip in the crystal clear waters; a fresh-water shower is conveniently located at the end of the veranda deck stairs
Kuda Huraa Beach Villa The large, two-bedroom Kuda Huraa Beach Villa is the epitome of gracious, beachside bungalow comfort. It includes a private deck and pool, and outdoor garden shower. The Kuda Huraa Beach Villa measures 239 square metres (2,572 square feet). It features a well-appointed living room positioned between the two bedrooms. Adjacent to both bedrooms one finds impressive dressing areas and spacious outdoor garden showers. Step out to a private wooden deck with a large plunge pool surrounded by white sand beach and lush garden. A shaded day bed and undholi (wooden swing) are also featured in the garden setting.
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