Alila Hotels and Resorts looks set to up the standards of eco-luxury hospitality when its new resort Alila Villas Hadahaa, set in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, in the Maldives opens in 2009.
While most hotels and resorts are content with eco-friendly operations and sustainable development practices, Alila Villas Hadahaa boasts of a true green commitment – a claim that has been backed up by its membership and recognition from the Green Globe, an international benchmarking and certification programme for the travel and tourism industry.
From the ground up, everything from design to construction of the new $40 million resort is carefully mapped out. From sourcing local natural materials for construction, positioning of the resort villas to minimize environmental footprints and setting aside large tracts of land for bio-diversity protection, no effort is spared to stay true to the resort’s green credentials.
Not compromising on the luxury element, all 14 Aqua Villas and 36 Island Villas are luxuriously appointed – 20 of the Island Villas have their own private pool. A fine dining restaurant serves authentic Maldivian cuisine while a rooftop lounge lets you unwind under the stars.
The waters surrounding the resort are great for diving, or if you prefer a less strenuous activity, visit the resort’s tropical island garden spa for a good rubdown.
