Minor Hotels To Unveil Its First Avani Branded Property In Maldives
Thursday 10th of November 2022
The world-class Minor Hotels, boasting an impressive portfolio of brands under its wing has recently announced that they are set to make a fresh debut in the Maldives again, this time with their dedicated Avani brand. The first Avani-branded property in the Maldives will make waves in the hospitality scene early on in the second quarter of 2023, in the scenic UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Baa Atoll.
With the opening of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort, the Minor Hotels will be increasing its properties in the Maldives to six, elevating its presence on all fronts. Located in the highly-sought after pristine waters of Baa, the opening of Avani+ Fares Maldives Resort highlights the first hotel opening in the area in three years. A strikingly beautiful and private island resort, the Avani+ Fares is prepped to accommodate unrivalled service, novel experiences and carefully-curated touches- signature characteristics of a premium Maldivian recluse without ostentation.
The Avani+ Fares will play host to a plethora of elegant living spaces ranging from spacious beach pool villas and four-bedroom beach pavilions to riveting three-bedroom over-water villas, nestled in the extensive turquoise bay. An epitome of modern sanctuary combined with breezy interiors and ergonomic lighting, the villas come equipped with tech-focused amenities to appeal to the most discerning guests. Perfect for families, couples and friends, the resort compliments the stylish stays with a myriad of other compelling facilities such as dining, fitness, water sports and recreation and indulging spa treatments.
Perched on the western edge of the Baa Atoll, the resort’s strategic positioning puts it at a great advantage in a multitude of ways. Firstly, the location provides convenient access to the esteemed Hanifaru Bay deemed the best biodiversity hotspot and manta ray site in the Indian Ocean. Secondly, the resort is home to its own house reef, spanning 220m and teeming with marine life including elusive turtles and friendly dolphins. Adding to this are the 12 individual dive sites lying in the vicinity of Fares and the bustling Fares reef a mere 600m off the shore- a paradise for avid divers and snorkelers.
In addition to this, the remarkable island also rests nestled in a 2.6km lagoon, providing guests with ultimate privacy and tranquility while being able to catch stunning sunsets against a marvelous backdrop of blue hues. Furthermore, being on the edge of the resort makes the island ideal for stargazing without any light intrusion from the surroundings.
When it comes to gastronomy, Fares offers a range of dining experiences at its 7 restaurants along with private beach and in-villa dining options. Drawing inspiration from local and international cuisines, the island dining opts for sustainability while still giving plenty of room for guests to explore new horizons and push their epicurean boundaries further. The resort is also the first to feature a kids-only restaurant where nutritious delectables are served for little guests.
The AvaniFit gym is committed to keeping guests in shape with fitness programmes designed by collaborating with a high-performance coach while the AvaniSpa is a haven to unplug and immerse in rejuvenating treatments and thoughtful wellness journeys. As for AvaniKids, the wide selection of entertainment will ensure children and teens are occupied, giving adults the chance to have some well-deserved me time.
Speaking on the anticipated opening, Minor Hotel’ Senior Vice President of Operations for Asia, William Costley said “The arrival of Avani+ Fares in the Maldives meets a growing demand for guests seeking alternatives to traditional luxury by providing a contemporary new offering, enabling a wider audience to experience one of the world’s most exclusive destinations”.
Located 35 minutes from Velana International Airport, Avani+ Fares is a playground of exceptional products, bridging the gap between the Maldivian hotel landscape and the trailblazing hospitality promised by the Avani brand.