Baros Maldives

Stay in elegance in individual Villas created from timber and sandstone, poised and peaceful over a translucent lagoon, or nestled discreetly among exotic blooms by the beach. Revel in romantic privacy; blissful seclusion where noise and others, exasperation and hassles, are a world away. The essence of the Maldives is defined at Baros.

The island is designed by nature for a divine vacation - vivid blue lagoons; glittering sun-soaked, golden beaches; exotic flowers blooming beside natural sandy trails shaded by forty-year old palm trees - and created by skilled craftsmen and artists, inspired and devoted - gracious sandstone and fine wood villas; delectable dining, dedicated and warm service.

Sense of Authenticity. Baros has cultured elegance and offers the essence of the Maldives.

History of the island. Its growth to today's position, with a contribution to the history of the country, whilst being a Maldivian enterprise ensures its credibility towards customers.

Sense of home. Warm hospitality and creation of emotional moments.

Creative culinary. The Lighthouse is unique and is a landmark.

Innovative diving with experienced team and a fabulous oceanographic environment. A la carte private and luxury diving (Diving by design), a house reef to oneself and a MarineCentre dedicated to the sustainability of the underwater world.

Deluxe Villas - Set in flower glades by the beach, the Deluxe Villas have been created with flawless style exuding sheer sophistication. With veranda, each spacious, teak-floored bedroom features a large sofa and a king size bed. The bathroom with stand-alone tub extends into a sandstone walled flower garden refreshed by an outside shower.

Baros Villas - Each Baros Villa is discreetly secluded by tropical vegetation, with a wooden deck for lounging just a pace from the lagoon. The ingeniously designed interior has a king size bed embraced by curtains, louvered blinds on either side to let in sunlight, an exotic bathroom with a contemporary tub and an outside shower in a secret garden.

Water Villas - By a crescent shaped boardwalk curving over the lagoon, a minute from the beach, each Water Villa is intimately exclusive, with private deck for sunbathing and wooden steps for dipping into the lagoon. These Villas inspire romance, exquisitely furnished with a king size bed draped in silk and cotton, a sumptuous bathroom poised over the lagoon.

Baros Residence - Surrounded by green foliage and bird-of-paradise blossoms, an intimate place to stay, to share secrets, to relax. Retreat to your private pool (the only one on the island) and swim amidst the ferns and blooms of a tropical garden. A day bed on the sun deck, private spa massages, a linen canopied bed. Rooms of granite, tropical timbers and bas-relief. An extravagant bathroom. A butler on call to assure warm service whenever required in this romantic hideaway.

The Lighthouse Restaurant - Savour the cuisine gourmets' relish, whether from the degustation menus including several wines, or the classic creations enhanced with a touch of culinary genius by the Master Chef. With service to match the superb cuisine and an atmosphere of relaxed refinement, the overwater. Lighthouse is the island's highlight.

Cayenne Grill - Alfresco dining in thatched gazebos above the lagoon. Especially prepared seafood, fish, meat and vegetarian dishes served with sauces of distinction and accompanied by a healthy selection of salads and irresistible desserts. Afavourite retreat for a leisurely meal infused with the flavours of the tropics.

Lime Restaurant - Thatched, arched and open-sided pavilions by the water for the heart and soul of good dining. Breakfast selections to enhance your wellbeing are tastefully displayed. All-day dining from an a la carte menu of enticing dishes from around the world.

Villa Dining - On demand 24-hours a day - breakfast, snacks, meals and drinks are served with discretion in the privacy of guests' Villas.

Island Dining - Dine anywhere on the island, on request. Whether it's a barbecue for two on the beach, a Thai feast on the boardwalk, a picnic on a sandbank or a candle-lit banquet in a palm grove, the dedicated Baros team takes care of it all.

The Lighthouse Lounge - The peak of perfection with panoramic views, the upstairs lounge of The Lighthouse with its sun downer gallery is a soothing setting for sipping Champagne or Martinis as the sun slips below the cloudless horizon.

Sails Bar - The centre of conviviality - the open-sided Sails Bar is the natural place under the palms for a refreshing juice, beer or wine at any time. In the evening, mellow music or live local bands accompany the joy of camaraderie and the enjoyment of amazing cocktails, fine spirits and liqueurs.

AQUUM SPA - This spa welcomes to a peaceful and tranquil sanctuary. A space to renew your strength and your inner sense of well-being. A selection from the finest botanical treatments for the face and body is on offer.

The highly skilled, dedicated and intuitive therapists care for you, body, mind and spirit. Immerse your being in soothing energy. Verdant gardens and spa cocoons lie behind the privacy of Aquum Spa's intricately carved doors. Every treatment blends stylish design and tranquil elements. Guests make the most of their spa visit, by being invited to book a private Spa Suite. The experience begins with an en-suite gentle steam bath to open the pores. Refresh with a splash of chilled water and then enjoy the intimate setting of one's own personal 'Sala'.

Snorkelling - Snorkelling is a leisurely experience at Baros where the lagoon teems with fish and the house reef is a mere 15-metre from the shore. Float gently over a natural underwater paradise gazing at a kaleidoscopic carnival of marine life.

Diving - Begin with Discover Scuba Diving, an introductory dive in the lagoon with one of our professional diving instructors from Divers Baros Maldives. Progress to the PADI Scuba Diving Programme and upgrade to Open Water Diver certification, enabling you to dive anywhere in the world. Baros Maldives is the gateway to 30 superlative dive sites, yielding a biodiversity of marine life to thrill even the most experienced diver.

Marine Centre - The resident marine environmentalist provides useful information on the oceanographic world guides for snorkelling trips and excursions in the house reef (for beginning or for experienced snorkelers). The Marine Centre is a place to share your adventure!

Diving by Design - Diving by design means diving in style with personal attention that makes it exclusive. You've chosen Baros because you are a discerning individual and know what you want. We can help you plan an individual diving programme too. There are 30 dive sites within 60 minutes of Baros and we can take you wherever you wish by our diving 'Dhoni'. Discuss your ideas with our diving instructors and they will design diving a la carte to reward you and your partner with exotic marine life and memorable moments shared only by you.

Other Services - 24-hour guest services, 24-hour laundry service, 24-hour library lounge with complimentary internet station, 24-hour security, Fitness centre, CD ad DVD library, Boutique, Indoor games, Non-motorised water sports, Full-time nurse on site ad o-call doctor service, Foreign currency exchange, Credit cards: Visa, Mastercard, America Express ad JCB, In-Villa check-in, Luxury launch, Online pre-registration, Personal complimentary iPod loaded with a selection of tunes, Complimentary wireless internet access in public areas,