Brilliant House Reef
snorkel with turtles, rays & reef sharks from beach or villa; near Hanifaru Bay.
Avani Plus Fares Maldives Resort
Chic island living on Baa Atoll's edge — overwater villas, a brilliant house reef, and effortless fun
Resort Overview
Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort is a 5-star lifestyle escape on the private Fares Island at the western edge of the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Opened in April 2023 and operated by Minor Hotels, it blends chic, modern design with laid-back "Avani" energy across 176 beach villas, overwater villas, pavilions, and residences — many with private pools. The island is encircled by a large house reef with a dramatic drop-off, teeming with turtles, eagle rays, blacktip reef sharks, and octopus, and sits close to Hanifaru Bay for seasonal manta-ray and whale-shark sightings. Dining spans a rotating buffet (Ocean Terrace), a signature grill (Charcoal), beach shacks, and bars, while the Avani Spa, PADI 5-Star dive centre, kitesurfing, tennis, and a zip-lining AvaniKids club keep every age entertained. It's equally suited to couples, families, and groups seeking stylish value in a protected atoll.
Star Rating
5-Star
Island
Fares (private)
Villas
176 Villas & Residences
Transfer
35–45 min Seaplane
Atoll
Baa Atoll (UNESCO)
Dining
3+ Restaurants · 2 Bars · Café
Spa
Avani Spa
Resort Amenities
Everything for an easy, energetic island stay — reef, dining, spa and family fun in one Baa Atoll playground.
Overwater & Beach Villas
176 villas & residences, many with private pools.
Avani Spa
relaxation & medi-spa treatments, couples suites, steam.
PADI 5-Star Dive Centre
AquaFanatics diving, house-reef drops, excursions.
Free Wi-Fi
in all villas and public areas.
Water Sports & Kitesurfing
jet ski, sea bob, parasail, windsurf, wakeboard, kayak, SUP, sailing.
AvaniFIT & Sports
indoor/outdoor gym, yoga, tennis, badminton, volleyball, personal trainer.
AvaniKids Club
kids' lounge, art room, kids-only restaurant, zip line & splash area.
Bars & Nightlife
pool bar, beach bars, nightclub/DJ, movie & themed nights.
Concierge & Services
24-hr front desk, butler (residences), laundry, currency exchange, boutique, seaplane desk.
Explore the Resort
Discover the experiences, facilities and services that make your stay memorable. Each category highlights what you can expect during your time with us.
Included Experiences
- King/twin beds
- private terrace/balcony
- 50" smart TV
- Bluetooth sound
- capsule coffee machine
- fully stocked pantry/minibar
- in-room safe
- Wi-Fi
- bathrobes
Included Experiences
- Ocean Terrace (buffet)
- Charcoal (signature)
- The Skipjack Bar
- Tribe
- Smuggler's Shack
- coffee shop
- kids-only restaurant; 2 bars
Included Experiences
- Treatment rooms
- couples suites
- medi-spa
- steam
- sauna
- yoga
- fitness classes
Included Experiences
- PADI 5-Star centre
- house-reef snorkeling
- kitesurfing
- jet ski
- sea bob
- parasail
- windsurf
- kayak/SUP
- dolphin & fishing trips
Included Experiences
- splash
- playground
- games room
- tennis/badminton/volleyball
- movie & themed nights
- cultural tours
- AvaniKids
- zip line
- art room
Included Experiences
- 24-hr front desk
- concierge
- butler (residences)
- laundry
- currency exchange
- boutique
- seaplane transfer desk
- wheelchair-accessible villas.
Dining & Restaurants
Ocean Terrace
Main Buffet Restaurant
Weekly rotating themed buffet with ocean views; breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Charcoal
Signature Grill Restaurant
Refined yet relaxed grill house — the resort's signature dining venue.
The Skipjack Bar
Grill & Tapas Bar
Beachside bar with 3-course lunches and tapas by the water.
Tribe
Pan-Asian / Set Menu
Stylish restaurant offering a 3-course set menu and tapas selections.
Smugglers Shack
Beach Bar & Tapas
Rustic beachfront bar specialising in rum cocktails, tapas, light bites and laid-back barefoot dining.
Hammock
Lobby Café & Lounge
Casual lounge serving artisan coffee, fresh juices, kombucha, ice cream, waffles, crepes and grab-and-go snacks.
Petit Bistro
Kids-Only Restaurant
Dedicated children's restaurant offering fun, nutritious meals and supervised dining exclusively for young guests.
Adrift
Private Destination Dining
Bespoke private dining experiences with personalised menus in exclusive beachfront and island locations.
Location
Location
Avani+ Fares Maldives occupies the private Fares Island at the western edge of the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — one of the Maldives' most marine-rich and environmentally protected atolls. The natural island is encircled by a large house reef with a dramatic drop-off and several entrances, home to turtles, eagle rays, blacktip reef sharks, and octopus, while Hanifaru Bay's famous manta-ray and whale-shark gatherings lie a short excursion away (May–December). It's a scenic seaplane flight from Malé.
- Distance from Airport 35–45 min by seaplane
Getting There
Seaplane Transfer
35–45 minutes from Velana International Airport
Domestic + Speedboat
Alternative via domestic flight to Dharavandhoo + speedboat (on request)
Private Transfer
Private seaplane/charter options available on request
