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Emerald Maldives Resort & SpavsThe Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
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Scores at a Glance
Emerald Maldives Resort & SpaThe Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
Overall
9.3
8.8
Beach
9.5
9.1
Food
9.2
8.5
Service
9.4
8.9
Rooms
9.4
9.0
Luxury
9.1
8.8
Value
·
7.8
Romance
9.3
9.1
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
| Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.3 | Overall Score | 8.8 |
| 5-star | Star Rating | 5-star |
| (better)4.9 (518) | Google Rating | 4.7 (637) |
| From $387 | Price / Night (pp) | From $300 (better) |
| No | Adults Only | No |
| Yes | Kids' Club | Yes |
| Near coast | Beachfront | Near coast |
| Mid-size | Resort Size | Mid-size |
| 45 min | Airport Transfer | – |
All Scores
| Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi |
|---|---|---|
| (better)9.5 | Beach | 9.1 |
| (better)9.2 | Food | 8.5 |
| (better)9.4 | Service | 8.9 |
| (better)9.4 | Rooms | 9.0 |
| – | Pools | 8.4 |
| (better)9.1 | Luxury | 8.8 |
| – | Value | 7.8 |
| 8.9 | Family | – |
| (better)9.3 | Romance | 9.1 |
| (better)9.2 | Quiet | 9.0 |
| 9.0 | Adventure | – |
| – | Wellness | 8.4 |
| (better)8.0 | Remote work | 7.8 |
Of the 11 measures we call, Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa leads on 10 and The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi leads on 1.
Vibes
| Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Romance | Yes |
| Yes | Quiet | Yes |
| Yes | Adventure | – |
Activities
| Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa | Measure | The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | Spa | Yes |
| Yes | Water sports | Yes |
| Yes | Kids | Yes |
Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
- 4 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
- 45 min from MLE
The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- 3 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Overwater bungalows
Pros · Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
- True Deluxe All-Inclusive concept.
- 120-villa private-island layout with beach and overwater options.
- Strong food variety for the Maldives.
- House reef, dive center, spa and kids club.
Pros · The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- Remote private-island setting with strong villa privacy.
- Overwater, beach, and private-pool room inventory.
- Strong fit for couples and quiet luxury travelers.
Cons · Emerald Maldives Resort & Spa
- Transfers can add cost and complexity.
- Exact premium beverage exclusions should be checked.
- Resort-specific Reddit depth is limited.
Cons · The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi
- Transfers can add cost and time.
- All-inclusive terms are package-specific and should be checked at booking.
- Families have some support, but the strongest fit is couples and honeymooners.
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