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Hard Rock Maldives

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Hard Rock Hotel Maldives sits on Akasdhoo in South Male Atoll, within Emboodhoo Lagoon - the first integrated resort destination in the Maldives - a 20-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.

Island
Akasdhoo
Atoll
South Male Atoll (Emboodhoo Lagoon)
From the airport
20 min by speedboat
Villas & rooms
178
Villa types
11
Meal plans
HB · FB · FB+ · AI · AI Premium
Restaurants & bars
17
The island

Located within Emboodhoo Lagoon - the first integrated resort destination in the Maldives and a 15-minute boat ride away from the airport, Hard Rock Hotel Maldives boasts 178 spacious guestrooms including family suites, beach villas and one and two-bedroom overwater villas, exclusively on a beautiful island.

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Hard Rock Hotel Maldives sits on Akasdhoo in South Male Atoll, within Emboodhoo Lagoon - the first integrated resort destination in the Maldives - a 20-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. The resort has 178 guestrooms including family suites, beach villas and one- and two-bedroom overwater villas. Brand signatures include The Sound of Your Stay music programme with complimentary use of Fender guitars and Crosley record players, a full-service Rock Spa, a Rock Shop, the Roxity Kids Club and the Teen Spirit Club. A 500-metre footbridge links the island to The Marina @ CROSSROADS, an 800-metre lifestyle venue of restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment.
  • 20-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport
  • 178 guestrooms including family suites, beach villas and 1- and 2-bedroom overwater villas
  • The Sound of Your Stay: complimentary Fender guitars and Crosley record players in-room
  • Rock Spa with four private oceanfront treatment rooms
  • Roxity Kids Club (3-11) and Teen Spirit Club (12-17)
  • Direct access to The Marina @ CROSSROADS over a 500-metre footbridge
  • Meal plans dine across Hard Rock, SAii Lagoon and The Marina outlets
  • Body Rock fitness centre open 24 hours
  • PADI-certified Ocean Water Sports & Dive Centre at The Marina
  • Green Globe certified resort
In pictures

A look around Akasdhoo

Where you stay

11 ways to stay

Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.

Silver Sky StudioGarden / inland

Silver Sky Studio

Garden / inlandKing
46 m²

Simple, sophisticated, and snazzy, our Silver Sky Studios feature private balconies and waterfall showers. Located on the first floor, with exclusive views of the surrounding lagoon, these rooms offer privacy and direct access to Emboodhoo Lagoon.

Sleeps 3A | 2A1C | 1A2C
32 on the island
Silver Beach StudioBeach

Silver Beach Studio

BeachKing / Twin
46 m²

Featuring a private terrace with direct beach access, all Silver Beach Studios are located on the ground floor. Signature amenities and sun loungers, indoor and outdoor showers.

Sleeps 3A | 2A1C | 1A2C
32 on the island
Silver Family Suite (Duplex, 2 Bedroom)Beach

Silver Family Suite (Duplex, 2 Bedroom)

BeachKing / Twin (duplex)
107 m²

Two levels of wooden accents, tropical decor and an open-floor concept. The top level includes a bunk bed, LCD TV and separate bathroom.

Sleeps 5A | 4A2C | 5A+Infant | 2A3C1Infant
13 on the island
Silver Family Pool Suite (Duplex, 2 Bedroom)Beach

Silver Family Pool Suite (Duplex, 2 Bedroom)

BeachPrivate poolKing / Twin (duplex)
120 m²

A private, spacious retreat designed for a band of four, five or six, featuring a master bedroom with a king bed and sofa bed on the ground floor, connected by a staircase to an upper-floor bunk bed.

Sleeps 5A | 4A2C | 5A+Infant | 2A3C1Infant
3 on the island
Gold Beach VillaBeach

Gold Beach Villa

BeachKing / TwinOcean views
62 m²

Includes ocean views, a sofa bed, and an en suite bathroom with double vanity sinks and a high-walled bathtub.

Sleeps 3A | 2A2C | 3A1C | 2A1C1Infant
6 on the island
Gold Beach Pool VillaBeach

Gold Beach Pool Villa

BeachPlunge poolKingOcean views
62 m²

Own plunge pool and direct beach access. Features 1 king bed, ocean views, a sofa bed, and an en suite bathroom with double vanity sinks and a high-walled bathtub.

Sleeps 3A | 2A2C | 3A1C | 2A1C1Infant
14 on the island
Platinum Overwater VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Platinum Overwater Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonKing / Twin
75 m²

Private terrace with sun loungers, an outdoor lounge net over the water and direct access to the lagoon.

Sleeps 3A | 2A2C | 3A1C | 2A1C1Infant
37 on the island
Platinum Overwater Pool VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Platinum Overwater Pool Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonInfinity pool / private plunge poolKing / Twin
76 m²

Located over the water with a private terrace, sun loungers, private plunge pool and direct lagoon access.

Sleeps 3A | 2A2C | 3A1C | 2A1C1Infant
20 on the island
Diamond Overwater Pool VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Diamond Overwater Pool Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonPlunge poolKing / Twin
76 m²

Direct access to the lagoon, located on the south wing of the island. Includes 1 king bed or 2 double beds, a private terrace with a plunge pool and sun loungers.

Sleeps 3A | 2A2C | 3A1C | 2A1C1Infant
17 on the island
Rock Royalty Overwater Pool Villa (2-Bedroom)Overwater, inner lagoon

Rock Royalty Overwater Pool Villa (2-Bedroom)

Overwater, inner lagoonInfinity poolKing & TwinDedicated butler service
144 m²

A living room, an infinity pool and dedicated butler service. Large oceanfront terrace, waterfall shower and three Smart TVs.

Sleeps 7A | 2A5C | 3A4C | 1A6C | 2A4C1Infant
3 on the island
Rock Star VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Rock Star Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonInfinity poolKingPrivate speed boat transfers between airport and the resortDedicated butler serviceOne Hard Rock Hotel Maldives pinComplimentary afternoon snacks
445 m²

Boasts a tuk-tuk bar, infinity pool, jukebox, large outdoor deck with sun loungers, outdoor and indoor dining area, and a butler room with service pantry and a carousel seahorse.

Sleeps 2A | 2A1C
1 on the island
Meal plans

Choose how you dine

Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.

HB

Half Board

BreakfastDinner
What it covers
  • Breakfast and dinner daily
  • Dinner (buffet / a la carte / dining credit)
  • House still and sparkling water during the meals

Not included

  • Lunch
  • In Room Dining, minibar, destination dining and special events
  • All beverages other than house still and sparkling water at meals
FB

Full Board

BreakfastLunchDinner
What it covers
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunch (buffet / a la carte)
  • Dinner (buffet / a la carte / dining credit)
  • House still and sparkling water during the meals

Not included

  • In Room Dining, minibar, destination dining and special events
  • All beverages other than house still and sparkling water at meals
FB+

Full Board Plus

BreakfastLunchDinner
What it covers
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunch (buffet / a la carte)
  • Dinner (buffet / a la carte / dining credit)
  • House still and sparkling water during the meals
  • Non-alcoholic beverages by glass during meal times

Not included

  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Non-alcoholic beverages outside meal times
  • In Room Dining, minibar, destination dining and special events
AI

All Inclusive

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
  • Breakfast daily
  • Lunch (buffet / a la carte)
  • Dinner (buffet / a la carte / dining credit)
  • House still and sparkling water during the meals
  • Non-alcoholic beverages by glass during meal times
  • Non-alcoholic beverages by glass during operating hours
  • Standard alcoholic beverages by glass during operating hours
  • Lunch and dinner as any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu or buffet at Sessions and The Elephant and The Butterfly (Hard Rock Hotel Maldives)
  • 3 dishes (1 appetizer, 1 main course, 1 dessert) from the a la carte menu at Miss Olive Oyl, Pool Bar, Mr. Tomyam and Terra & Mar (SAii Lagoon Maldives)
  • Any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu at Hard Rock Cafe, Kebab & Kurry, Kinkao Thai Bistro and Jiao Wu (The Marina @ CROSSROADS)
  • US$50 dining credit per adult and US$25 per child applicable to the final bill at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue, Carne Diem and Kalhu Odi (dinner only)

Not included

  • In Villa Dining
  • Mini Bar
  • Beverages at The Marina outlets marked with two stars (Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue, Carne Diem, Kalhu Odi) - dining credit may be used for beverages there
  • Beverages not listed in the package
  • Beverages by the bottle - all listed beverages are served by the glass only
  • Take-away beverages from outlets to the rooms
AI Premium

Premium All Inclusive

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
  • All the benefits included in the regular All Inclusive package
  • A wide selection of premium beverages served by the glass (soft drinks, tea, coffee, beers, wines, premium liquor brands, fresh juices, cocktails and liquors) as per the scheduled opening hours of the restaurants and bars
  • 30% discount on In-Villa Dining food and beverage orders
  • Complimentary one Bubble Bath per stay with sparkling wine
  • Rock Spa credit of US$100 per stay (minimum 5 nights stay)
  • Complimentary one-time full mini-bar (minimum 5 nights stay)
  • Departure gift per person
  • Maldivian High Tea for two at The Elephant & The Butterfly restaurant and the pool bar area, once per stay
  • Complimentary Kids Meal Upgrade, from kids menu to regular/adult menu (only in Hard Rock Hotel Maldives outlets)
  • Exclusivity to order beer buckets OR a bottle of wine during meal periods in the restaurant and pool bar area (only in Hard Rock Hotel Maldives outlets)
  • Complimentary one shisha at The Elephant & The Butterfly (minimum 5 nights stay)
  • Complimentary one floating fruit tray for guests staying in a water villa with pool, Beach Pool Villa, Rock Royalty & Rock Star Villa (minimum 5 nights stay)
  • Complimentary laundry - wash & fold (minimum 5 nights stay gets 7 pieces / minimum 7 nights stay gets 10 pieces)
  • Complimentary one In-Villa breakfast, floating breakfast excluded (minimum 7 nights stay)
  • Choice of ONE group excursion for two persons from Male city tour OR Maafushi village tour OR afternoon snorkelling trip, subject to weather and availability (minimum 7 nights stay)

Not included

  • Take-away orders from restaurants
Eat & drink

18 places to eat and drink

Eat across neighbouring islands as well as your own.

Hard Rock Hotel2

Sessions · Modern bistro style food / around the world flavours

Open-kitchen restaurant; the meal plan breakfast venue. Includes a private Chef's Studio for 12 guests.

MON - SUN: 7:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM | 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
The Elephant and The Butterfly · Pan Mexican and South American / Latin American

Local ceviche and tiradito, tableside guacamole; inspired by Frida Kahlo.

11:30 AM - 10:00 PM

On the island9

Pool Bar · Snack and bar food

Swim-up bar in an infinity pool feeding into Emboodhoo Lagoon, with underwater stools, a waterslide and a special kids menu.

9:00 AM - 11:30 PM
Chef's Studio

Private Chef's Studio for 12 guests within Sessions; also listed as an event venue.

Pool Bar · Casual eats and bar food

3 dishes (1 appetizer, 1 main, 1 dessert) from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

Ministry of Crab · Crabs and seafoodextra cost

Dinner only, at The Marina @ CROSSROADS. Free kids meals available here.

Nihonbashi Blue · Authentic Japaneseextra cost

Dinner only, at The Marina @ CROSSROADS. Free kids meals available here.

Carne Diem · Steak houseextra cost

Dinner only, at The Marina @ CROSSROADS. Free kids meals available here.

Kalhu Odi · Maldivianextra cost

Dinner only, at The Marina @ CROSSROADS.

In-Villa Diningextra cost

Premium All Inclusive guests receive a 30% discount on In-Villa Dining food and beverage orders.

Private beach diningextra cost

Private dining arranged on the beach, from a set menu to barbeque-style or a fully custom menu. Listed as destination dining, which is not included in any meal plan.

The Marina @ CROSSROADS4

Hard Rock Cafe Maldives · Classic American

Live music at night. Any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu are included on the meal plans.

12:00 PM - 12:30 AM (Closed on Tuesdays)
Kebab & Kurry · Traditional Indian

Any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

Kinkao Thai Bistro · Authentic Thai

Any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

Jiao Wu · Chinese

Any 3 dishes from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

SAii Beach Club / SAii Lagoon1

Terra & Mar · International

3 dishes (1 appetizer, 1 main, 1 dessert) from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

SAii Lagoon1

Miss Olive Oyl · Mediterranean, land and sea concept

3 dishes (1 appetizer, 1 main, 1 dessert) from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

SAii Beach Club1

Mr. Tomyam · Asian flavours

3 dishes (1 appetizer, 1 main, 1 dessert) from the a la carte menu included on the meal plans.

Things to do

Days on Akasdhoo

Water sports

  • SnorkellingIncluded
  • KayakIncluded
  • Pedal BoatIncluded
  • Yamaha Jet SkisExtra cost
  • X-JetbladeExtra cost
  • X-JetpackExtra cost
  • Lift Electric FoilExtra cost
  • Electric Jet SurfboardExtra cost
  • Wing SurferExtra cost
  • ParasailingExtra cost
  • WakeboardingExtra cost

Diving & snorkelling

  • PADI diving coursesExtra cost

Excursion

  • Ocean Signature SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Swim with Nurse SharkExtra cost
  • Dolphin CruiseExtra cost
  • Whale Shark Talk & TourExtra cost
  • Turtle Talk & SnorkelingExtra cost
  • Sunset FishingExtra cost
  • Island hoppingExtra cost
  • Male' city experienceExtra cost
  • Glass bottom boat tourExtra cost
  • Marine Discovery Centre coral propagation programmeIncluded
  • Maldives Discovery Centre guided tourIncluded
  • Tuk Tuk Tour of The Marina @ CROSSROADSIncluded

Land sports & gym

  • Brazilian Jiu-JitsuIncluded
  • Self-Defense & Kick BoxingIncluded
  • Beach games - slackline, beach volleyball, beach soccerIncluded
  • Body Rock fitness centreIncluded
  • Bicycle Ride over the Indian OceanIncluded

Spa & wellness

  • YogaIncluded
  • MeditationIncluded
  • Tai ChiIncluded
  • Rock Spa treatmentsExtra cost

Entertainment

  • Aerial arts - single trapeze, double trapeze, lyra, rope, aerial silksIncluded
  • Sundown Ritual by the seaIncluded
  • You and a Fender over the lagoonIncluded
  • Dugout Dinner on the beachIncluded
  • Story of MaldivesIncluded
  • Live music at Hard Rock CafeIncluded
  • Rock ShopIncluded

Kids

  • Roxity Kids ClubIncluded
  • Teen Spirit ClubIncluded
  • CampCation summer campIncluded
Included with your stay

The little things that come with it

  • Complimentary use of Fender guitars and Crosley record players for in-room jam sessions (The Sound of Your Stay)
  • Rock Om kit with Manduka PROlite yoga mat and Go Play carrier delivered to the room free of charge
  • Kayak, pedal boat and snorkelling equipment offered complimentary
  • Play On Land and Play On Air activities available free of charge
  • Junior Rock Stars 11.99 years and under stay for free using the existing bed or baby cot
  • Junior Rock Stars 11.99 years and under enjoy complimentary meals from the kids menu at all restaurants, same as the accompanying parents, and receive 50% discount on regular menu prices
  • Complimentary junior Rock Stars in-room amenities
  • Children up to 5.99 years dine complimentary from the kids menu during meal periods
  • Free kids meals at Ministry of Crab, Nihonbashi Blue and Carne Diem
  • Fender guitar on request with headphones and amplifier (The Sound of Your Stay)
  • Wax turntable with over-ear acoustic headphones and curated vinyl collection
  • Tracks personalised playlists
  • LCD TV with three on-demand yoga videos
  • IPTV with guitar lesson content
  • Rock Om kit with Manduka PROlite yoga mat delivered to the room free of charge
Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

Rock Spa: four private oceanfront treatment rooms nestled in the Zen beach of Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. Open daily 10.30 AM - 8.00 PM. The signature Rhythm and Motion treatments use bass vibrations rippling through the massage table with treble beats from above. The menu also covers a modern twist on traditional massages, body scrubs and wraps, facials and children's treatments. Rock Om is the resort's yoga programme, developed with producer and yogi DJ Drez and Marti Nikko; the Rock Om kit with a Manduka PROlite yoga mat is delivered to the room free of charge. Premium All Inclusive guests receive a Rock Spa credit of US$100 per stay on a minimum 5 nights stay.

Children

Roxity Kids Club for 3-11 year olds, open daily 10.00 AM - 6.00 PM, with both indoor and outdoor venues including space for performances plus grassy and sandy outdoor areas. Teen Spirit Club for 12-17 year olds, open daily 10.00 AM - 6.00 PM, with music classes taught by professionals and sport activities with personal trainers; the Marine Discovery Centre provides educational classes on marine life, turtles, coral propagation and fish species. Babysitting is available through team members trained and certified by Sittertrain from Australia, covering child care, food for kids, safety training, first aid and medical training; babysitters are available with various language capabilities.

House reef

Emboodhoo Lagoon, where Hard Rock is located, is a rich habitat with many marine species including turtles, sharks, stingrays and many varieties of reef fish. Snorkelling is available, and the resort suggests that one of the best ways to see life in the lagoon is by walking over the Musikee bridge.

Weddings & celebrations

Beach weddings are offered, with ceremonies on the beach and receptions at The Event Hall @ CROSSROADS, a scenic venue at The Marina with views of the Indian Ocean. Over 12 restaurants and bars are available for catering and a professional planning team is on hand. Wedding packages and renewal of vows are offered.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

  1. Velana International Airport (MLE)Our team meets you on arrival
  2. Speedboat20 minutes
  3. AkasdhooSouth Male Atoll (Emboodhoo Lagoon)

Counters A17 and A18 in the arrival area are dedicated to guests arriving for CROSSROADS Maldives and Hard Rock Hotel Maldives. Airport representatives greet guests on exiting the Arrival Terminal. Rock Star Villa includes private speed boat transfers between airport and resort.

The island map

Find your way around

Map of Hard Rock Maldives
At the resort

Facilities

SpaSpeedboatDivingextra costWater Sportsextra costWedding Packagesextra costRenewal of Vowsextra costGymMeetings & Special Eventsextra costKids ClubDance FitnessTheaterAnniversaryextra costSwimming Pool

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