The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives
Gaafu Alifu Atoll · 404km from Malé
A two-island Autograph Collection retreat in remote Gaafu Alifu Atoll, rebranded from Raffles Maldives Meradhoo in November 2025
About The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives
The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives, Autograph Collection is the most southerly ultra-luxury resort in the Maldives — in Gaafu Alifu Atoll, one of the most remote and pristine atolls in the archipelago. Rebranded from Raffles Maldives Meradhoo in November 2025, the resort spans two islands with 38 villas and a 10/10 house reef consistently rated among the finest in the Maldives, delivering the most complete combination of privacy, reef quality, and luxury service in the country.
The house reef at Meradhoo is extraordinary — pristine coral in near-perfect condition, with reef sharks, eagle rays, and turtles accessible from the beach and villa steps. The remote location means the reef has never been exposed to the diver volumes that have degraded reefs in more accessible atolls.
Accommodation
38 villas with private pools across two islands — 22 island villas (including the three-bedroom Halcyon Grand Estate) and 16 overwater villas in a separate enclave. The Halcyon Grand Estate is the flagship residence with a rooftop infinity pool and panoramic ocean views.
- Beach Pool Villas — private pool, butler service
- Lagoon Pool Villas — overwater, direct lagoon access
- The Halcyon Grand Estate — three-bedroom flagship residence, 40-metre rooftop infinity pool
Dining
Three restaurants and two bars deliver exceptional quality in a remote setting. Yuzu serves Peruvian-Nikkei cuisine as the resort's signature dining venue, alongside Asian and Mediterranean options.
Experiences
- House reef — 10/10 reef quality, among the finest in the Maldives
- PADI diving on pristine Gaafu Alifu Atoll outer reefs
- Snorkelling from beach and villa steps
- Private sandbank excursions in remote Gaafu Alifu Atoll
- Night snorkelling with bioluminescence
Spa & Wellness
The overwater spa and wellness sanctuary offers holistic treatments with panoramic ocean views, set against the pristine remote environment as backdrop.
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Getting There
The Halcyon Private Isles Maldives is in Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Reached via a direct seaplane flight of approximately 90 minutes from Velana International Airport, or a domestic flight to Kaadedhdhoo or Kooddoo Airport followed by a speedboat transfer.