Dusit to open resort in the Maldives

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Dusit is to open its first ever resort in the Maldives later this year.

The Dusit Thani Maldives, Mudhdhoo Island, Baa Atoll, is located on Mudhdhoo Island, Northwest of Malé.

The resort, scheduled to open in mid-December, will feature 46 Beach Villas; two Beach Houses; 30 Water Villas; 20 Ocean Villas and two Ocean Houses, with extensive facilities including a 50-metre swimming pool and pool bar; over-water and grill restaurants; tree top spa; tennis courts; dive centre and extensive water activities in and around the resort.

The resort is also within 40 minutes travelling time via sea plane from Malé, and 10 minutes by speedboat from the new domestic airport.

Chanin Donavanik, Chief Executive Officer of Dusit International said, “This new project is our first foray into the Maldives, arguably one of the most beautiful destinations on earth. This is a very exciting addition to our growing portfolio and represents a great milestone for the Dusit brand. Dusit Thani will combine the rich flavour of Thai hospitality with the stunning tropical beauty of the Maldives.”

A total investment of some US$77,000,000 has been committed to this project with Dusit International as the majority shareholder.