The Barceló Hotel Group has officially expanded its footprint in the Maldives with the opening of Barceló Nasandhura Malé, a five-star urban hotel in the heart of the capital city. This marks the group’s second venture in the Maldives, reinforcing the country’s growing appeal as a luxury hospitality hub in Asia.
Located along the scenic waterfront of Malé and just 10 minutes from Velana International Airport, Barceló Nasandhura Malé offers guests an elegant escape in a bustling island city known for its vibrant culture and proximity to the country’s tropical wonders. The hotel directly faces the Henveiru Ferry Terminal and is uniquely positioned to provide easy access to both local experiences and international connections.
The newly opened hotel features 136 rooms and 116 upscale apartments designed for modern comfort and style. Each space is crafted to deliver a refined urban experience with uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean’s turquoise waters. Its contemporary architecture blends tropical serenity with metropolitan sophistication, presenting an attractive option for leisure and business travelers alike.
Dining at Barceló Nasandhura Malé is a journey in itself. Guests can enjoy diverse culinary offerings through its three signature restaurants and several relaxing lounges. Highlights include Alimas, a ground-floor lounge café; Oivaru, offering all-day international buffets; Dons, which brings Chinese delicacies to the capital; and BHeaven, the rooftop bar and lounge featuring mocktails and a shisha terrace. The city’s only oceanfront pool, complemented by a stylish poolside bar, adds to the hotel’s distinctive charm.
In terms of wellness and leisure, the hotel provides a dedicated spa with six treatment rooms, offering holistic relaxation experiences. A state-of-the-art fitness centre with panoramic ocean views gives health-conscious travelers a unique place to exercise.
Catering to the business segment, Barceló Nasandhura Malé includes more than 1,000 square meters of conference and event space, suitable for meetings, exhibitions, and corporate gatherings. This feature positions the hotel as a top choice for MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) tourism in the Maldives.
The opening of Barceló Nasandhura Malé follows the successful launch of Barceló Whale Lagoon Maldives just over a year ago. Located in the South Ari Atoll on Bodufinolhu island, the 100-villa resort is near the South Ari Marine Protected Area (SAMPA), a globally recognized site for whale shark encounters. That property has become a sought-after destination for marine life enthusiasts and divers.
With hotels now operating in the Maldives, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Thailand, the UAE, and Oman, the Barceló Hotel Group continues to solidify its presence in Asia. The new property in Malé underscores the group’s long-term strategy of investing in destinations that combine natural beauty, cultural richness, and strong tourism infrastructure.
As the Maldives continues to draw luxury travelers from around the world, additions like Barceló Nasandhura Malé reflect the country’s commitment to elevating the visitor experience while catering to a range of traveler needs from beachfront relaxation to high-end urban living.
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