Photography by Dreaming of Maldives
With spellbinding scenery, dreamy palm-thatched overwater villas, and a variety of bespoke experiences on offer, it?s no wonder Baros Maldives was voted 2018?s most luxurious hotel, according to TripAdvisor?s Travelers? Choice Awards.
Resorts don?t come more exceptional ? or postcard-perfect ? than this all-villa island escape, where pure white sands, glittering turquoise waters, and luxuriant tropical foliage set the scene for languorous sun-kissed days and romantic moonlit dinners on the beach.Nestled on a petite coral island in the Indian Ocean, the exotic property boasts lovely beachside villas with private flower gardens, as well as a string of overwater bungalows built on stilts in a crystal clear lagoon.Crafted from natural, indigenous materials, all come with tastefully contemporary interiors, furnished verandas, and endless blue views. Adding to the escapism of it all are outdoor beachside Jacuzzis and king-size four-poster beds dressed in diaphanous white drapes.Units with idyllic open-air bathrooms and secluded private pools that seem to melt into the ocean are a welcome luxury, while the intimate Serenity Spa offers exotic treatments, aromatic rituals, and complementary Yoga classes in stunning verdant surroundings.The Maldives? brilliant dining options are a feast for all senses, and Baros is no exception. From gourmet meals and fine wines at the overwater Lighthouse Restaurant to exquisite Teppanyaki table dining, served al ...