The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is located in the Dhaalu Atoll in the Maldives and is only accessible via seaplane.

Located in the Dhaalu Atoll in the Maldives on the 22-acre Vommuli Island, The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is only accessible by seaplane and offers visitors a unique degree of seclusion compared to the rest of the world. The resort’s beach is made of coral sand, which allows it to remain cool even during the warmest of days, and the infinity pool is located directly between the beach and Alba—one of the hotel’s seven restaurants.

The five-star private island resort has received multiple awards for its innovative and eco-conscious design concept, which features contemporary architecture infused with Maldivian inspiration. A variety of luxurious accommodations are available, including garden, beachfront, and overwater villas with private pools, as well as the Caroline Astor Estate and the John Jacob Astor Estate.

The overwater villas resemble manta rays and feature design elements such as coral chandeliers and headboards made from recycled glass beads. The Whale Bar’s distinctive shape is inspired by the majestic whale shark and opens directly onto an open-air terrace with views of the sea and reef. All guests enjoy the St. Regis Butler Service, which is a treasured hallmark of the St. Regis experience that is dedicated to understanding and addressing your preferences and fulfilling every detail during your stay.

The resort’s infinity pool is located adjacent to Alba Beach.

No trip to paradise would be complete without a visit to Iridium Spa, an intimate oasis of relaxation with six overwater treatment suites, including two Ayurvedic suites with private steam rooms. All of the treatment suites have private terraces and soaking bathtubs accompanied by ocean views, along with en-suite bathrooms and showers.

Guests enjoy a range of amenities include the Blue Hole Pool, which is one of the most expansive hydrotherapy pools in the Maldives with heated seawater and an array of whirlpool jets. The Iridium Room is a relaxation lounge with glass floor panels that offer views of the vibrant marine life below, and the treatment menu offers a variety of luxurious spa services, in addition to an Ayurvedic specialist, acupuncturist, and other expert staff.

We interviewed Vincent Pauchon, General Manager at The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort, who shared insider tips, recommended treatments to try, and more:

The hotel offers a variety of luxurious accommodations, including 44 overwater villas with private pools.

Why You’ll Love It: Our expert therapists—their technique, genuine care, and service—are who elevate the Iridium Spa to be the unforgettable experience that guests crave time and time again. The Spa’s notable recognitions and awards each year are the true testament to our therapists and team there. Additionally, the Iridium Spa is revered by all who have visited the property for its unique, crustacean-inspired architectural design and peaceful setting over the ocean’s azure waves.

The luxury bath suite in the Knickerbocker beachfront villa includes a glass-encased rainforest shower, walk-in closet, and separate deep soaking bathtub.

Key Features: The nearly 20,000-square-foot spa destination offers six overwater treatment suites, including two Ayurvedic suites, that promise a transformative wellness experience. The Spa features wet facilities including a steam room and sauna, along with our Blue Hole Pool—the most expansive hydrotherapy pool in the Indian Ocean—where heated seawater and whirlpool jets offer curative benefits for the mind and body.

Iridium Spa has six overwater treatment suites and their Blue Hole Pool, which is one of the most expansive hydrotherapy pools in the Maldives.

Spa Snacks: We provide warm and cold ginger tea paired with healthy, delectable cookies that can be enjoyed while relaxing at the Spa. Guests can also sip on water that has been vitalized with crystals for hydration. Following treatment, we offer a specialty warming tea to soothe the body, which rotates flavors daily.

Prior to their treatments, guests are greeted in the Iridium Room where they can sip on the spa’s exclusive Iridium tea while enjoying views of marine life through glass floors.

Insider’s Tip: As you arrive at Iridium Spa, just enjoy the moment. Our dedicated team will entirely take care of your well-being. The experienced therapists will ensure that every session will leave you with a lasting and memorable experience that will make you return for additional sessions, only to leave you more refreshed and rejuvenated.

For those who opt for the Iridium Signature Touch Massage, be sure to let the healing properties and organic minerals of the virgin coconut oil absorb into your skin for an even deeper sense of relaxation. The treatment offers a carefully tailored experience that uses a bespoke fusion of traditional Asian massage techniques and a blend of natural oils customized to each individual.

Its finale includes warm sand from Vommuli Island’s beach that is dipped in virgin coconut oil and rubbed across the upper back. Virgin coconut oil has many benefits for the skin and body, including improved blood circulation and muscle tension relief.

The resort also has an anti-gravity yoga meditation studio.

Bonus: We offer complimentary access and time soaking in the Blue Hole Pool for honeymooners and couples celebrating their anniversary. Additionally, the weekly schedule for our Spa & Wellness programming at Iridium Spa changes regularly, which features complimentary group yoga and meditation sessions done overwater for peaceful sounds of the lapping waves.

The Blue Hole Pool features expansive ocean views from all angles.

Insider’s Favorite: Out of all our treatments, the one I like the most is the Shirodhara. It is an Ayurvedic treatment, which gives me pure relaxation and calms my mind. It’s a synchronized technique performed by two therapists with medium pressure. It includes steam to help to deeply absorb the oil in the skin, and uses herbal shampoo and powder for the body during the shower.

Iridium Spa has six overwater treatment suites, including two Ayurvedic suites with private steam rooms, and all are complemented by private terraces with soaking bathtubs.

Splurge Treatment: Our Luxurious Caviar Journey Ritual is a must-try. Begin the journey with a deep breathing exercise, an exfoliation using bamboo and fruit enzymes, and a stimulating body-buffing technique to refine texture and brighten skins. Utilizing anti-aging caviar proteins to firm, tone, refine, and deeply hydrate the skin, results are immediate, leaving skin looking supple, healthy, and luminescent.

This is followed by a therapeutic massage using the finest neroli oil enriched with magnesium to enhance the serenity of the mind and circulation as muscles relax and tension dissipates. The Caviar Journey concludes with a lavender bath whilst sipping a glass of champagne, savoring delectable caviar and gazing out at the Indian Ocean from your soaking bathtub.

The state-of-the-art fitness center is located in Vommuli House, a recreational area at the heart of the island.

Unique Treatment: One of the Chakra Blessings, it is called Muladhara. The root chakra is located at the base of spine and anchors the spirit to the material world and the body to earth. A balanced Muladhara increases our inner wisdom so that we can start to hear our body’s innate intelligence. It encourages us to attend to our need for nourishment, as well as enabling us to nourish others.

Combining a foot wash, frankincense smoke, singing bowls, a slow scrub, and deep tissue massage with grounding vetiver, patchouli and Jatamansi oil, this treatment calms the body and mind, balances stress levels, and creates a profound inner peace.