Ministers from Maldives, Sri Lanka officiate opening of Amari Havodda Maldives

Following 14 months of construction and development, Amari Havodda Maldives marked its official opening in the presence of senior government officials from Maldives and Sri Lanka, including Republic of Maldives Minister of Finance and Treasury Abdulla Jihad and Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka Minister of Finance Ravi Karunanayake. Both Ministers were accompanied by Deputy Tourism Minister of Maldives Hussain Lirar, who originates from Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll where the resort is located.

Situated on one of the most preserved atolls in the archipelago, Amari Havodda Maldives is an ideal hideaway within the pristine nature of the Maldives with its own house reef and uninterrupted views of the ocean and underwater life. The resort features 120 guest villas with overwater and beach options and is designed by Isabelle Miaja with the concept of ‘natural simplicity’, inspired by the beauty, art and motifs of the Maldives.

Culinary highlights at the resort include the Amaya Food Gallery which presents the street foods of Asia in a market style venue, Ember Robatayaki which is an island-style interpretation of the Japanese fireside cooking tradition, and Pizza Kaage, a poolside takeaway pizza pavilion. Amari Havodda Maldives is also home to Breeze Spa with six secluded treatment villas, a large infinity pool deck, extensive snorkelling, diving and water sports options around the island’s house reef.

ONYX Hospitality Group President and Chief Executive Officer Peter Henley said: “Maldives continues to be a popular destination and we are confident of the appeal of an upscale brand like Amari in this pristine and beautiful location. This opening marks a key milestone in our international development plan, as we continue to expand our presence in key destinations across the Asia-Pacific. We look forward to welcoming our first guests to this island paradise, and to a long and successful partnership with our project partners Sanken Overseas, Singapore Hospitality and Momentum.”

As part of the opening celebrations, Amari Havodda Maldives is offering a special promotion. Book by 31 January for arrival before 30 April to receive 40% off full board rates. Guests who book a minimum of seven nights receive an incredible 50% off full board rates. For more details, visit www.amari.com.

The Amari brand is expanding its presence to Sri Lanka with Amari Galle under development and scheduled to open in late 2016.