The Tranquil Treetop Spa at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

Explore health and beauty rituals that will leave your inner nature aligned with the natural world at Spa Alila, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives.

Nestled just above the treetops, Spa Alila features four double treatment suites, all with a private bathroom, shower, and floor-to-ceiling windows of pristine views. The open-air treetop pavilion is an understated yet sophisticated space for guests to host fitness activities. Engulf in complete relaxation, in connection with nature in the lush idyllic alfresco spaces. The spa’s architecture beautifully integrates native plant-life.

Spa Alia offers a selection of massages and full-body rituals that put a contemporary spin on ancient healing techniques. The treatment menu combines both Asian and Western therapy techniques, including signature Alila Kothaifaru Massage, Balinese Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage, and Foot Reflexology sessions. The rituals draw on the benefits of natural ingredients to deliver pure luxurious indulgence.

The signature Alila Kothaifaru Ritual body treatment is deep cleansing and earthy body care treatment for smooth, and radiant skin. After dry brushing the body, the expert therapists apply a body scrub that combines the exfoliating benefits of Himalayan pink salt and coconut. This is followed by a soothing tropical flower bath. The 120-minute signature treatment includes the foot ritual, Spa Alila Scrub, tropical flower bath, and the Alila Kothaifaru Massage.

The guests at Alila benefit from the expert consultations and guidance from the resident Wellness and Spa Manager, Gusti Ayu Nilawati. Well versed in her craft, Gusti brings over 19 years of experience to the field. Guests are invited to consult with therapists to select the treatments suited to their needs. The Spa therapists hail from Bali, Thailand, and Bhutan and offer a range of treatments using their signature Alila Living products.

Alila Kothaifaru is a 11.2-hectare island that is a 45-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport (VIA). The resort features eighty pool-villas, with minimalist architecture, open-air spaces and contemporary interiors creating an idyllic setting for complete relaxation and connection with nature.

BY OLIVIA PERSSON