Heritance Aarah: The Maldives’ Most Romantic Premium All-Inclusive Escape
19-Dec-2025
Category: News Stories
Nestled in the picturesque Raa Atoll, just a 40-minute scenic seaplane ride from Malé, Heritance Aarah offers a Premium All-Inclusive experience and is the ultimate romantic Maldivian destination. With seven exceptional restaurants and five vibrant bars, guests can indulge in a world-class dining experience. From immersive culinary journeys to rejuvenating wellness rituals and underwater marvels to exclusive accommodation, every moment promises a romantic getaway filled with moments of bliss and adventure, perfectly tailored to each couple’s desires.
Awarded the ‘Best Resort in the World – Indian Ocean’ at Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards in 2024, the ‘Leading All-Inclusive Resort’ at the South Asian Travel Awards in 2025 and the Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice "Best of the Best" award for the fourth year in a row, Heritance Aarah is a world-class destination renowned for also being a premium all-inclusive honeymoon resort that provides guests with a truly timeless romantic escape.
At Heritance Aarah, “premium all-inclusive” means just that – no second-guessing, no fine print. Every detail, from à la carte dining and signature cocktails, to curated excursions, non-motorised water sports, and a fully stocked in-villa minibar, is seamlessly included.
Each celebration at Heritance Aarah is guided by a dedicated coordinator and designed with precision, balance, and authenticity. Whether it’s the first vow, a golden milestone, or a quiet reaffirmation of love, the island offers the space to begin something that’s entirely your own. With the rhythm of the ocean and the care of a dedicated team, each experience is thoughtfully curated to honour love in its purest form.
Heritance Aarah offers a curated collection of wedding and celebration experiences that blend island charm with refined simplicity. Couples can exchange vows in traditional Maldivian attire, surrounded by ocean views and gentle rhythms of bodu-beru drums. Thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers, a decorated buggy ride, live music, and a symbolic ring exchange create a setting that feels intimate and effortless. Every detail – from the cake-cutting ceremony and romantic beach dinner to a private photoshoot and champagne toast – is carefully orchestrated by the dedicated coordinator.
For those beginning their journey together or celebrating milestones, the resort offers experiences that honour love in all its forms. Couples can enjoy sunrise and sunset cruises, floating breakfasts with a choice of eight menus, dolphin-watching excursions, a high tea experience on a sandbank, private dinners on the beach and barbecues on the deck, as well as private cookery and mocktail classes. For a cultural immersion, the Maldivian Village offers a journey into the archipelago's heritage.
Beyond these curated experiences, Heritance Aarah offers the ultimate romantic escape with its adults-only Ocean Suites wing. Every Ocean Suite is a secluded, overwater haven featuring an infinity pool, its very own private deck, a serene plunge pool, a personal wine cellar, full butler service, and exclusive access to a dedicated bar and restaurant
For couples looking to embark on a journey of flavours, Heritance Aarah’s seven restaurants and five bars promise a culinary haven of epic proportions and a world-class gastronomic experience that will remain long after their journey ends.
Whether it’s an unforgettable journey through fiery Sri Lankan spices and earthy Maldivian flavours, live stations and bold Asian dishes, seafood kissed by flame, Mediterranean and French classics, or artfully plated gourmet delights reserved exclusively for Ocean Suites’ guests, each of the seven restaurants at Heritance Aarah invite you to slow down, savour, and truly taste the island’s cultural richness.
With five bars, each with its own unique ambience and setting, Heritance Aarah is home to a selection of premium whiskies, innovative cocktails including signature smoke cocktails and molecular cocktails, organic wines, tiki cocktails and the widest range of rum in the Indian Ocean.
At Heritance Aarah’s IASO Medi Spa, wellness is elevated through a rich blend of ancient traditions and modern science. Guests can enjoy Tai Chi on the beach or yoga in serene overwater pavilions, then explore deeper therapies like Reiki (energy healing through gentle touch), Shirodhara (a calming Ayurvedic oil-flow treatment), and Tibetan Kunye healing (a traditional massage using herbal oils and pressure-point techniques).
Each stay includes a complimentary Smart 3D Skin Analysis and a 30-minute wellness consultation. The spa also features facial therapies such as the Holistic Face Lift, Depigmentation, and Anti-Aging treatments, alongside personal grooming services like hairstyling, makeup, and mehndi.
For couples looking to experience their next romantic getaway, Heritance Aarah has thoughtfully curated the perfect offer to make it truly unforgettable.
Couples seeking an intimate escape can select the Cherishing Love in Paradise Package and celebrate their getaway in exclusivity and utmost privacy. An in-villa breakfast, a breakfast on the deck or a floating breakfast awaits couples staying in the overwater Ocean Suites, together with a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach and a 30-minute photoshoot at a designated area or in the villa.
