In olden times, Rannalhi was a favourite transit destination for islanders, being the final fresh-water landfall on the journey south from Khaafu Atoll. Known as ‘the measure of gold’ (ran means gold, nalhi is a unit of measure) for its beauty and fertility, Rannalhi island is now home to an all-action fun resort where good times and friendship make for unforgettable holidays.

The Baros Maldives Resort is a very attractive resort with a lively atmosphere. The 30 thatched-roof villas are tucked discreetly among the island’s lush vegetation. The 44 wooden water villas are built on stilts in the sea. Unwind and enjoy the pristine white sand surrounded by the clear turquoise sea. The Baros Maldives Resort is ideal for leisure travellers.

Baros Maldives Resort is where you can step into a world of peace and solitude. Informal pathways with soft sand underfoot, fringed by green shrubs and waving palms lead to delightfully secluded thatched bungalows set amidst the island's lush green vegetation as with all the Malive islands, the diving is superb.

Embodying the essence of the Maldives. Baros is a hideaway enfolded in lush vegetation. An island of coconut palms and tropical greenery surrounded by the destination's famed white sand beach and crystal clear water. Turquoise merges with sapphire as the lagoon meets the ocean at the edge of the reef. This is the Maldives at its very best.

Room and Accommodation

Baros Maldives Resort has 75 stand- alone villas situated on stilts above the lagoon or directly on the beach. All villas offer private beach verandas or decked terraces that lead to the sea, and have neutral decor in stone, honey, and warm brown tones. The villas have wooden ceilings and floors, with ceiling fans and contemporary furnishings. Amenities include cable television, wireless Internet (surcharge), CD players, safes, direct-dial phones, minibars, and tea/coffee

Water Villa

Grouped in a crescent a minute's walk from the shore, each Water Villa is intimately exclusive with private sun deck and wooden steps for dipping into the lagoon. The Villas inspire romance, exquisitely furnished with devotion - a curtained kingside bed draped in silk and cotton, a sumptuous bathroom surveying the sea - a relaxing ambience of delightful hedonism.

Villa Amenities : 30 Water villas - 92 sq.m.

• Individually controlled airconditioning
• Ceiling fan for natural ventilation
• Four poster bed
• Generous wardrobe space
• Bathtub overlooking thesea
• Indoor shower
• Hot and cold fresh water
• Luxury bathroom amenities
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Private in-villa bar
• Wine chiller
• IDD telephone
• Wireless and cableinternet access
• In-villa safe
• Satellite TV (LCD TV)
• DVD/CD player
• Espresso machine

Baros Villa

Beside the bliss of the sun-blessed beach, each Baros Villa is discreetly sheltered by tropical vegetation, with private terrace and sun deck for lounging a few paces from the water's edge. The ingeniously-designed interior has a kingsize bed enclosed by curtains, louvered blinds on either side to let in sunlight, an exotic bathroom with contemporary tub, and a rain shower in a secret garden.

Villa Amenities : 20 Baros Villas - 103 sq.m.

• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Ceiling fan for natural  ventilation
• Four poster bed
• Generous wardrobe space
• Private graden bathroom with shower
• Luxury indoor shower and bathtub
• Hot and cold fresh water
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Private in-villa bar
• Wine chiller
• IDD telephone
• Wireless and cable internet access
• In-villa safe
• Satellite TV (LCD TV)
• DVD/CD player
• Espresso machine

Deluxe Villa

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

Villa Amenities : 24 Deluxe Villas - 89 sq.m.

• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Ceiling fan for natural ventilation
• King size bed
• Bathtub overlooking the sea
• Private graden bathroom with shower
• Hot and cold fresh water
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Private in-villa bar
• IDD telephone
• Wireless and cable internet access
• In-villa safe
• Satellite TV
• In-villa coffee and tea  making facilities
• CD player

The most luxurious Baros experience.
The Baros Residence is all about pure indulgence. the contemporary and sophisticated design, featuring natural tones and materials, such as teak wood, granite and marble, as well as luxury bathroom fittings and fixtures and high quality furniture create an exclusive atmosphere of well being. The private pool area with its spacious deck and outdoor rainfall shower is set in a lush tropical garden and is the Baros Residence's ultimate personal hideaway, ideal for en-suite spa treatments or an intimate dining experience. The large front timber sundeck is the place to laze on your daybed or sun loungers and enjoy the tropical setting. This Villa promises maximal privacy and generous living space including the beautiful beach in front of the room.

Villa Amenities : 1 Baros Residence - 268 sq.m.

• Individually controlled air conditioning
• Ceiling fan for natural ventilation
• King size bed
• Outdoor shower
• Private Plunge Pool (7 x 3 metre)
• Luxury indoor shower and bathtub
• Hot and cold fresh water
• LANVIN bathroom amenities
• Bathrobes and slippers
• Hairdryer
• Private in-Villa bar
• Wine chiller
• IDD telephone
• In-Villa safe
• 40" Plasma TV
• Bose Surround Sound System (DVD/CD)
• In-Villa CD/DVD library
• Lavazza Espresso machine
• Generous wardrobe  space

• A bottle of Champagne on arrival
• Dedicated Baros  Residence Butler service - 24-hours
• In-Villa American Breakfast service
• Tropical fruit platter served daily
• Canapés served daily at sunset
• In-Villa Express check-in and check-out
• Early check-in and late check-out(on availability)
• Laundry service (excl.dry cleaning)
• Wireless and cable internet access

Restaurant and Bar

Lime Restaurant

Open-sided pavilions over the water for the heart and soul of good dining. Breakfast choices are tastefully displayed, and chefs prepare special selections in front of guests for dinner. All-day dining from an a la carte menu of enticing dishes from around the world.

Cayenne Grill

Al fresco dining in thatched gazebos above the lagoon. Especially prepared seafood, fish, meat and vegetarian dishes served with sauces of choice and accompanied by a lavish selection of salads and divine desserts. A favourite retreat for a leisurely meal infused with the flavours of the tropics.

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.

Villa Dining

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

Island Dining

Dine anywhere on the island, on request. Whether it's a private barbecue for two on the beach, a romantic dinner on the boardwalk, a candle-lit picnic in a palm grove or a special dinner on a secluded sandbank, a dedicated team takes care of it all.

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 during the day, featuring mellow music, spirits, cocktails and liqueurs for evening enjoyment.

Lighthouse Lounge

The peak of perfection with panoramic views, the upstairs lounge of The Lighthouse is irresistible with its sundowner gallery for sipping champagne as the sun sets.

Baros Wines

The wine list at Baros boasts the best from Europe and the New World, carefully kept in the Lighthouse's own temperature-controlled cellar, and in individual mini-cellars in each Baros and Water Villa.

Facilities & Services

Diving

Baros Maldives has its own oval-shaped house reef rich with marine life and being so close to the shore (10 to 15 metres) that even non-divers can swim to it and spend hours effortlessly snorkeling. Around the island there are 30 superlative dive sites (North Male' Atoll) that never fail to delight even the most experienced diver. Divers Baros Maldives offers year-round Scuba Diving excursions and PADI courses.

Excursion

• Snorkelling Excursions
• Sunset Cruise
• Male Shopping
• Island Hopping (half- and full-day)
• Sunrise Picnic
• Sunset Fishing
• Big Game Fishing
• Seaplane Photo Flight
• Private Excursions