THE STANDARD, HURUVALHI MALDIVES
OVERVIEW
Make your island dreams a reality at The Standard, Maldives. A short sea plane ride away from Male’s Velana International Airport, our oasis is a unique blend of relaxation, socializing and adventure, perfect for a romantic escape, getaway with friends, or family vacation. Each of our 115 villas, overwater or settled on the beachfront, has their own private lounge deck and plunge pool. Spend your days exploring the natural beauty of the island, with activities like snorkeling in our protected house reef, boating, deep diving and more. Relax and refresh with luxe spa treatments at The Standard Spa, complete with a communal hammam, aroma steam room, daily yoga and nine private treatment rooms. From morning to evening, nourish and refuel at a variety of dining options, from our all day dining spot Kula to our authentic Maldivian overwater restaurant Guduguda.
AT A GLANCE
Huruvalhi island, is located to the northwest of the Maldives. The underwater world around our island is plentiful with sea creatures, from shimmering plankton to manta ray.
The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives is located in Raa Atoll on Huruvalhi island. Your transfer from Velana International Airport is a breathtaking 40-minute seaplane ride, or combined 30-minute domestic fIight to Dharavandhoo and 25-minute speedboat ride to the resort, either of which we will be happy to arrange.
Diving Equipment
YES ($)
Free WiFi
YES
Distance
30 km from Airport
Swimming Pool
YES
Transfer Type
Seaplane & Domestic flight
Beach Access
YES
Lagoon Overwater Villa
Lagoon Overwater Villa
110 square meter overwater villa with king bed, one daybed, private deck with direct water access and plunge pool. Those looking for the iconic, overwater experiences (yes, like the ones you’ve seen on Instagram) will be right at home in the Lagoon Overwater Villa. With crystal clear, shallow water beneath your private deck (with a private plunge pool, too), direct access to our expansive lagoon, a fully stocked mini bar, and comfy bathrobes to hang out in all day, this villa is exactly what dreams are made of.
Key Features:
- 110sqm villa
- King Bed
- Private plunge pool
- Private deck
Ocean Overwater Villa
Ocean Overwater Villa
If snorkeling is your thing, (or sunbathing and soaking in views is more your thing), the Ocean Overwater Villa is ideal. Situated just a few meters away from the house reef, this villa has some of the finest uninterrupted ocean views around. It’s 110 square meters of pure luxury, with a king-sized bed, daybed, a private deck with plunge pool, a rain shower, partial open-air bathroom (can you smell that ocean breeze?), and a fully stocked mini bar.
Key Features:
- 110sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Private Deck
- Daybed
2 Bedroom Lagoon Overwater Villa
2 Bedroom Lagoon Overwater Villa
Just warning you now, you’re probably never want to leave once you’ve checked in to our 221 square meters 2 Bedroom Lagoon Overwater Villa. Perfect for friends or families traveling together (sleeps up to six people), connected by a shared private deck and large plunge pool, these two villas have plenty of space for togetherness and plenty of space for alone time. Each villa has a king-sized bed, daybed, a partially open-air bathroom with a separate shower, and transparent floor panels so you can see what is going on underneath.
Key Features:
- 221sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Shared Private Deck
- Daybed
Lagoon Beach Villa
Lagoon Beach Villa
The 137 square meters, coveted Lagoon Beach Villa features stellar views of our white sand beach. You might find yourself trying out one of the resort’s many water sports activities, or you could simply chill out in your villa because everything you need is right there, including a king-sized bed, a separate daybed, a private deck with sun loungers and a plunge pool, an open-air bathroom with a giant bathtub, double vanity sinks, bath accessories and more.
Key Features:
- 137sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Private Deck
- Daybed
Ocean Beach Villa
Ocean Beach Villa
Paradise is calling your name. Enjoy endless white sand beaches and starry nights with one of our 137-square meter Ocean Beach Villas. Take a swim to the house reef, or retreat in your private plunge pool with a good book (or maybe a lover). Expect a king-sized bed (plus one separate daybed) with luxurious linens, and naturally, you’ll get all the Standard amenities like a fully stocked minibar with delicious snacks, nightly turndown service and fluffy pillows, just to name a few.
Key Features:
- 137sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Daybed
2 Bedroom Lagoon Beach Villa
2 Bedroom Lagoon Beach Villa
The dreamy, 2 Bedroom Lagoon Beach Villa gives groups a little bit everything. At 306 square meters, this is one of our largest rooms on the property features stellar views of our white sand beach. The two villas are joined by shared deck with large private plunge pool and each has a king-sized bed, one daybed, fancy linens and fluffy bathrobes, to name a few.
Key Features:
- 306sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Shared Private Deck
- Daybed
2 Bedroom Ocean Beach Villa
2 Bedroom Ocean Beach Villa
Our 2 Bedroom Ocean Beach Villa features the white sand beach and an uninterrupted ocean view for a perfect morning stroll or stargazing. At 306 square meters, this is one of our largest rooms on the property, the two villas are joined by a large private plunge pool and shared deck. Each villa has a king-sized bed, one daybed and everything you need.
Key Features:
- 306sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Shared Private Deck
- Daybed
The Standard Residence
The Standard Residence
221 square meter flagship villa with the best access to uninterrupted ocean view and our house reef. Your neighbors are the abundant rays, baby sharks and fish friends that call this atoll home. This villa welcomes you with a glass floor entryway, living room with bar counter and dining room table; private deck with 4 sun loungers, oversized infinity plunge pool and a perfect sleeping hammock, for whoever claims it first. Perfect for large families or groups of friends seeking a private yet social environment that feels like home.
Key Features:
- 221sqm villa
- Private pool
- Kind-sized bed
- Shared Private Deck
DINING
Beru Bar (Adults Only)
Beru Bar is our adults-only (18+), over-water-club perched just feet above ocean with a see-through dance floor. Enjoy the breeze with cocktails and fresh tropical juices, and the best sunset-viewing seat in the house. Carry on into the evening, with the largest disco ball in the Maldives and dance the night away.
Kula
Kula is our all-day dining restaurant with a breezy and bright dining room. It serves up a mix of cuisines buffet style, with a large open kitchen and food stations to make your selections. Enjoy your meal with open views of the pool and ocean among lush plants that fill the space.
BBQ Shak
For a casual beach dinner, swing by our BBQ Shak, where fresh seafood and meats are grilled to perfection over charcoal, with a variety of house-made sauces paired with each dish. Watch chefs grill your meal right in front of you while enjoying the ocean breeze and views.
Guduguda
Guduguda features authentic and celebratory Maldivian food. The name “Guduguda” describes the activity of relaxing and conversing while enjoying a meal. The menus are driven by locally caught, seafood-driven dishes like flavorful coconut milk curries, regional fruits and vegetables, spiced rice and homemade bread. Dining in the restaurant is done in traditional style, low to the floor on cushions, with seating available indoors and out on a patio overlooking the water.
Joos Café
Joos Café is the perfect place for a quick snack, bite or refresh. The all-day spot offers small items like smoothies, coffee and pastries, as well as full breakfast dishes and light lunches like salads, wraps and sandwiches. Everything be served table side in the café or out by the pool. The lounge area, also a great spot to work, is lined with a library of vintage books, magazines and more.
Todis Bar
Todis is the spot for a relaxing and playful afternoon. Located off the pool deck, Todis serves up bar snacks like fresh oysters, fried chicken sandwiches, and dry aged beef burgers, plus plenty of fresh cocktails, cold beer and wine. Take a break from the sun to play in our custom-made tubular ping pong table, or sit down with a drink and classic board game or book, all available for your use.
ACTIVITIES
Hanifaru Manta Snorkel
Swimming with giant mantas is the experience of a lifetime. These giant creatures may seem imposing but they’re extremely gentle and not at all shy. Watch them glide through the water as various fish swim alongside and under them in harmonious symbiosis. If you’re lucky, you may even spot a whale shark, the world’s largest fish!
Snorkel Safari
After a short, 20-minute boat ride, choose a buddy, suit up in snorkeling gear, and jump into the pellucid aquamarine waters of Maldives, swimming with an array of exotic fish and coral. Look carefully and you may well spot some turtles, eels, clams, and even lobster.
House Reef Snorkel
There’s no easier way to enjoy the ocean than The Standard House Reef. Meet in the lobby, walk to the jetty, and jump into one of the most spectacular underwater worlds imaginable, including 98 types of coral that are home to over 220 species of marine life!
Fish Like a Local
Learn to fish like a local on this nautical adventure, casting hoop lines off an atoll while enjoying a selection of cold beverages. No experience brings you closer to Maldivian culture than fishing, a vital economic and social island activity. Anchor your boat at the edge of an atoll and learn to line-fish like a local with hoop reels. With one of the world’s most diverse aquatic ecosystems, you’ll be pulling in mackerel, snappers, emperors, jacks, and other nocturnal reef fish and, if you so choose, have the chef grill them up for you back at the resort. Fishing with the kids? They’ll love snacking on fish bait-shaped gummies, sweets and drinking from fresh coconuts.
Turtle Expedition
There are few more exciting and yet leisurely experiences than floating along side a green sea turtle as it gently dines on sea grasses. Take it slow, and go with the flow on an afternoon turtle expedition. Turtles are easy to locate, love shallow water with lots of marine life, and they don’t mind sharing the water with snorkelers. Five of the world’s seven different sea turtle species call the Maldives home. Discover the beautiful Maldivian aquaculture hidden just beneath the surface from a turtle’s perspective.
Starlight Snorkel
Imagine floating quietly in the sea beneath a sky filled with more stars than you’ve ever seen. The Maldives is one of the most remote locations on earth, making it ideal for stargazing. Roll over and shine your waterproof flashlight on the reef and experience an entirely different community of marine life that are active only at night. Depending on the season, shut off the light and swim amidst the glitter of bioluminescent plankton!
Castaway Island Visit
Take a boat to an isolated and uninhabited slice of powdery white sand, surrounded by turquoise water and left alone to do as you please *wink*. Once at Kuda Vilingilli you’ll find a nicely arranged pergola with blankets, cushions, and a picnic basket with your choice of snacks and a bottle of wine or a bucket of beer. Press play on your island playlist and the rest is up to you: build a sand castle, toss the frisbee, frolic on the beach, or just laze the day away in crystal clear waters…When you’re ready to return, just call the resort on the cell phone provided on departure.
Big Game Fishing
Enjoy leisurely downtime punctuated by short bursts of action as you troll for and battle big game fish in this deep waters fishing adventure. Leave the shelter of the inner atoll for deeper waters on this big game fishing expedition. Experienced local staff provide safety and training sessions, allowing guests to practice their rod casting skills in open seas. Enjoy a selection of refreshments as the boat cruises the depths, trolling for tuna, swordfish, and barracuda. Strap in once a big fish is hooked and fight for your prize in an epic Melvillian Maldivian melee.
Local Island Hopping
Take a boat to Kudarikilu and Kendhoo islands to learn about traditional local lifestyle and history. Mingle with locals to learn about everyday island life, visit contemporary and historical buildings featuring coral architecture, and enjoy a tour of the Ibrahim Fulhu Museum guided by the museum’s founder and respected historian Ibraham Fulhu himself or with local Docent (depending on availability). Swing by a few beaches and The Old Banyan Tree along the way as your personal Polaroid photographer documents your adventure!
Surf Safari
Maldives may be famous for the underwater world, but there’s some amazing waves for all levels of surfer. Travel by boat to a nearby reef (length of voyage depending on season) and paddle into an empty line-up, for many a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With a boat on standby in case you get tired or thirsty, this will be one surf safari you’ll be stoked on for years.
Water Sports
Speedboat-driven water sports are fun for the whole family, especially tubing, while leisurely pursuits such as sunset kayaking in a standard kayak or glass-bottomed boat is always a pleasant outing. Looking for more excitement? Jump on a jet ski and explore the open water around the resort (just watch out for turtles!).
Board Sports
Sheltered by reefs, the waters surrounding The Standard are a boardrider’s dream. Enjoy the calm interior atoll location with a leisurely stand up paddle board cruise around the resort or if that’s too tame, get high with a kite surfing class.
Fun Dives & Courses
Every trip to the Maldives must include some time underwater, mingling with some of the world’s most diverse marine life. From introductory and children’s PADI courses to specialty instruction, including digital underwater photography and fish identification classes, there’s an aquatic experience for everyone. Suit up and slip into the peaceful and pellucid waters of the Maldives, including our pristine house reef, which is home to 98 types of coral that are home to over 220 species of marine life.
Lil’ Shark Kids Club
Parents relax and kids rejoice, the Lil’ Shark Kids Club provides professional childcare services complete with their own paddling pool; for children 4 years and above during operating hours. Children below 4 years can access kids club with adult supervision, or you can drop them off with our babysitting services (surcharge and minimum age 7 months old) so you can go do those adult things.
Diving with Manta Rays
Hanifaru Bay, a Marine Protected Area and UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve area, is famous for its concentration of reef manta rays. These gentle creatures swim around with ease and grace, and now you can join them! With our Manta snorkeling experience, you’ll head out to the bay on a scenic high speed boat ride before diving in yourself to behold this aquatic marvel all for yourself.
Inflatable Water Park
Playtime for adults and kids alike as you slip n’ slide around on our 82 square meters of inflatable water park fun. (High season only). Currently closed due to HMA restriction.
Lucky Dolphin Cruise
Join a boozy boat cruise in search of dolphins, scanning the horizon for Spinners, who love to leap from the sea!
Sunset Cruise
Sunset cruise with a cocktail in hand, a sea breeze through your hair, and a curated playlist to match the mood.
