Seaside Finolhu Maldives Baa Atoll
Bringing a timeless sense of style to the pristine lagoons and rich waters of the Maldives’ Baa Atoll, Seaside Finolhu Maldives Resort – a refined, retro-inspired island paradise for the fun-loving beach-erati, and an unexpected revival of the halcyon days of the classic chic getaway.
Located in the UNESCO world biosphere of Baa Atoll (just 30 minutes by speedboat from sister resort Amilla Fushi) Seaside Finolhu is the ultimate island experience for chic couples, fun-loving families and gatherings of friends alike.
Reach your unforgettable island destination by seaplane in just 30 minutes from Malé International Airport or take a 15 minute flight to Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport in Baa Atoll followed by a short 20 minute speedboat ride to Seaside Finolhu.
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THE COVE CLUB
Relax and be pampered on chandelier-lit divans in one of 10 pastel-coloured treatment huts, each celebrating an iconic diva of the 60s and 70s. Find your groove with rejuvenating and reviving treatments. Prepare to be fabulous with skin and beauty treatments, massages, hair care and a range of other treatments.
The Cove Club is made even more awesome by a nearby fitness centre, movement pavilion and outdoor gym. The island’s natural environment is the inspiration for super fitness activities from beach workouts, volleyball, paddle boarding to yoga and kickboxing.
UFC GYM
Beat the routine. Train at the standard of world champions and get in the best shape of your life. UFC GYM is a community of people focused on bettering themselves through disciplined training and a variety of classes that get results.
The UFC GYM team aspires to instill confidence in members so that they can accomplish their goals in and outside of the octagon. Whether someone is looking to train like a champion or learn a new skill, UFC GYM is a safe community where everyone can come together to sweat, achieve goals and train different.
Take part in UFC GYM group and personal training classes at The Cove Club with certified UFC GYM Coach and Master Trainer Geneviève Soszynski.
MOVEMENTS & YOGA PAVILION
Namaste, baby! The outdoor Movement Pavilion is the perfect spot for yoga, meditation or strength training. This space will leave you feeling energised and inspired during your holiday, refreshing your spirit as well as your body.
Join a group class or book a private class with Shinto, our resident yoga trainer, who will guide you through the movements to promote flexibility, good posture, strength and vitality.
GOLD FINGER LOUNGE
Get those tootsies buffed and beautiful. Margaret Dabbs is a world-class podiatrist who developed a sole and hand therapy that fuses health and beauty and provides outstanding care that visibly transforms your feet and hands.
The vision of the Goldfinger Lounge-Margaret Dabbs partnership is to provide luxurious, innovative and effective products and treatments so Finolhu guests can shine with healthy, beautiful feet and nails. The groovy nail technicians, professionally trained by Margaret Dabbs, will make your feet and hands fantastic.
DASHING DIVA SALON
Be kind to your hair, and yourself. That’s the philosophy behind Louise Galvin’s hair care range which contains no nasty stuff – no silicone, sodium lauryl sulphate or propylene glycol, parabens or synthetic polymers. Chemical ingredients such as silicone undermine and destroy hairs’ natural ability to shine. And at Finolhu you deserve to shine!
WELLNESS STEAM & SAUNA
Enhance your inner beauty with a rosy blush after you steam out all the toxins. A therapeutic session in sauna or steam room is the perfect way to revive after a little island indulgence.
Separate steam rooms for men and women, plus a sauna with a sea view almost too good to be true. Mosey on down whenever you want to get steamy – no bookings required.
MAN CAVE BARBER
Gents, stay suave and sophisticated in the sun,
with the Cave Club’s dedicated barber devoted to keeping you coifed.
A proud partner of Gentlemen’s Tonic’s hair and grooming treatments, the Man Cave Barber is well equipped to providing the gentle care hair needs after long days on a tropical island. We also use the Babassu & Bergamot range, with all its natural, plant-derived ingredients to treat and pamper every strand.
THE PALM BEACH TENNIS COURT
The Palm Beach Tennis Court is set with floodlit synthetic grass surface. A tennis professional is available for private coaching sessions or group sessions. Work on the different aspects of the game and focus the session on different techniques, strategies or just have a fun hit.
THE HUB
HUB is the epicenter for a wide selection of water-based activities including remarkable Excursions, an incredible Marine Biology program, adrenaline-fueled Watersports at Thunderball, dazzling Diving, otherworldly Free Diving (Apnea) and private Boat Charters enabling you to enjoy the endless shades of blue around Finolhu.
SHUTTER FISH PHOTOGRAPHY
Resorts talented and friendly photographers invite you to a complimentary portrait session showcasing the many unique locations of Amilla & Finolhu.
Capture the memories of your resort island home in beautiful images to
treasure forever.
THE OCEANEERS – KIDS CLUB
The Oceaneers Club is ideal for tots to teens – with activities specially created to suit the kids who are on island, rather than a proscribed menu. From sports and games, cooking classes and crafts, and activities in and on the water, Finolhu Oceaneers (kids) won’t be bored – meaning parents can confidently check out of childcare for a few hours.
BOAT CHARTER
Chartering a private vessel is without a doubt the best way to experience the beauty of the Maldives in total luxury and style; it gives you the freedom to do what you want when you want without the imitations of a scheduled excursion. Choose from a collection of on-site vessels, or ask for access to an exclusive selection of motor cruisers.
EXCURSIONS
Throughout your stay, the HUB team is on hand to offer scheduled excursions that allow you to sample the delights of the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in the Baa Atoll. Choose the pace of your adventure; whether it’s simply relaxing on a deserted sand bank, snorkeling around stunning coral reefs, or immersing yourself in Maldivian culture at a local village.
1 OAK BEACH CLUB
Pick a spot poolside or on the beach and start the day with a leisurely long breakfast, grazing from the live cooking stations at the Baa Baa Beach Diner; hang out for chilled tunes and exotic cocktails from the world-class mixologists behind the decks and the bar; or come out to play as nightfall draws the crowds to the magnetic two-storey Bar.
Guests will experience jaw-dropping performances from resident Area 51 acrobats, mermaids and stilt walkers. Culinary showcases will be matched with world-class wines from the island’s Wine Vault or exotic cocktails from award-winning mixologists
KANUSAN
On the tip of the island with Polaroid-worthy panoramic views of the Indian Ocean,
Kanusan is Finolhu’s premium dining venue.
Kanusan’s deck dips you into a dazzling dining experience. Whet your whistle on classic favourites such as Mandarin roasted duck and larb gai – with a refreshing Kanusan twist. Seating up to 60 guests, Kanusan features a totally fresh overwater bar area and two dining areas. There’s a chilled indoor dining space, and an open lower deck which provides the archetypal Maldivian experience of being surrounded by the sights and sounds of the sea. Dinner: 7:30pm – 11:00pm
FISH & CRAB SHACK
The Fish & Crab Shack gives you the ultimate laid-back dining experience. Awesome food, a chilled-out vibe and an unreal location on Finolhu’s 1km sandbank.
Sip wine as you savour a bucket of fresh prawns, or share a sumptuous seafood and vegetable plate with the whole crew – a must while you’re in the Maldives! You can also sample our range of delicious signature cocktails, perfectly paired with one of the Shack’s signature dishes for a truly singular experience.
Delicious fresh flavours in a spectacular setting. Feet in the sand and smooth beats in the air for the ultimate Finolhu experience.
Lunch: 1pm to 5pm
BAAHAA GRILL
Want flavours that will rock your kasbah? Groove on over to Baahaa Grill for a feast that’ll take you all the way to North Africa. Serving up the flavours of Maghreb – we’re talking grilled meats, tajine, mouth-watering mezze plates and more – it’s a journey through the cuisines of Morocco, Tunisia and beyond, all without leaving the fine sands of Finolhu.
Select from succulent seafood and tender cuts of meat with the spice rub of your choosing, all with a luxuriously laidback beachside vibe. Come early and be shaken and stirred by our masterful Martini mixologist. Dinner: 7:30pm – 11:00pm
MILK BAR
Finolhu’s old-school tuck shop, tantalisingly located on the corner where The Cove, THUNDERBALL on Palm Beach and the tennis courts meet. Milk Bar’s treats range from guilt-free to carefree, drawing a mix of peckish racketeers, gym bunnies, spa junkies and roaming guests to its shaded and indoor seating. Healthy drinks include amazing smoothies, juices, and Bodyism Shakes, while recharging snacks include fresh wraps and smashed avocado and acai bowls. ‘Naughty’ treats include ice creams and chocolates, amazing coffees, cool beers and wine by the glass.
GRAZE & GROOVE
A tailored selection of food and drinks designed for horizontal consumption and delivery to your door! Finolhu’s heroic home delivery service hits the spot, whether you want to recover, retox or just chill out; indulge in a romantic or naughty night in; or treat the kids to delights that they’ll really devour.
THUNDERBALL
Situated on Palm Beach, Thunderball boasts an incredible 1.5km long lagoon that is perfect for our many adrenaline filled motorised and non-motorised water sport activities. Be James Bond for a day and try our jet skis and Seabobs. Enjoy the thrill of our towable floating toys, knee boarding, wake boarding or water skiing. Love the wind? Try windsurfing or catamaran sailing, Our professional team of passionate instructors is waiting for you.
FITNESS & GYM
At Finolhu both indoor and outdoor gym areas with the latest state of the art gym equipment; both facing ‘Palm Beach’ and the beautiful lagoon. Begin your fitness journey at the Cove Club by meeting with resorts resident fitness instructor who will provide expert fitness and wellness advise and guide you to achieving your fitness goals. Test your limits on strength and resistance with the ultimate beach gym workout using our TRX and high interval training equipment.
HANIFARU BAY
Hanifaru Bay is a marine protected, uninhabited area that is located in the core area of the Biosphere Reserve in Baa Atoll, which has long been famous for being one of the best spots for underwater photographers and diving enthusiasts and has become one of the world’s largest manta ray feeding destinations from May until November.
MOVEMENT PAVILION
Spacious outdoor Movement Pavilion is the perfect spot for yoga, meditation or strength training. This space is designed to leave you feeling energized and inspired during your holiday. Join a group class or book a private class with resident yoga trainer who will guide you through the movements to promote flexibility, good posture, strength and vitality.
ROCKSTAR BODYWORK by PURE MASSAGE
Massages are by Pure Massage who as their name suggests, specialise solely in massage. Their expertise and intensive, extended therapist training combined with their commitment to the best quality spa treatments, have resulted in what we believe are the best massages in the world.
The Pure Massage Style can be described as therapeutic, progressive, deep tissue massages -with pressure adjusted to the client needs. It combines perfectly Eastern and Western massage traditions, addressing the natural rhythms and self-healing abilities of the body.
MARINE BIOLOGY
Resident Marine Biologist at Finolhu Maldives offers unsurpassable insight into the incredible Biosphere Reserve in which Finolhu is located. All marine biologist-led activities are designed to help further the understanding of some of the key features of this complex eco-system, allowing you to appreciate the reasons why your choice of destination is so unique, and also why it’s crucial that we protect it
TRANSFER
Finolhu Maldives Resort, the unforgettable island destination is reached by seaplane in just 30 minutes from Malé International Airport or take a 15 minute flight to Dharavandhoo Domestic Airport in Baa Atoll followed by a short 20 minute speedboat ride to Finolhu.
