Restaurants and Bars

Senses
Inspired by Middle Eastern and Indian Ocean cuisine, Senses never fails to delight with its tempting menu of tagines, tandoori prawns and unique tropical sorbets. Tastebuds tingling yet? Enjoy a light lunch of fresh salads, grills and local seafood, then take a seat at the water’s edge overlooking the infinity pool for an exquisite à la carte dinner under the stars.

MIXE
Savour the essence of authentic island living at MIXE. With tables set out on the beach under thatched roofs and slow turning ceiling fans, guests can sink their feet into the warm sand below while tucking into mouth-watering fresh buffets for breakfast and dinner. Live cooking stations offer everything from wood-fired pizzas and grills to stir-fries with a tempting island twist. In the evening, enjoy genuine island entertainment performed by talented local performers.


Umami
It’s not just about full flavours in a chic, contemporary setting – UMAMI is as dedicated to drama as it is delicious dinners. A bright-red coral reef artwork covers one wall, competing with the theatrics of the knife-wielding, grill-tickling chefs. Perch on benches at the cobalt-blue sushi bar and watch their masters crafting just-caught seafood into world-class sashimi, nigiri and maki. At a wood-smoky robata grill, see us barbecue Kobe beef or Australian lamb, just how the pickiest epicureans like it, right here in this elegant space. Drink connoisseurs have 30 sakés and nine fine Japanese whiskies with which to toast this remarkable dining experience.

Please note: Unami is excluded from all meal plans. A 30% discount on the food invoice is given for guests on Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive meal plans.

East Market
The interactive stalls in the over-the-water Asian-market-inspired restaurant make it as fun to admire the action as it is to try authentic tastes from Thailand, China, Taiwan, Vietnam and the Philippines. Dim sum steam in bamboo mushiki. A parade of meats, vegetables and seasonings urges you to have noodle dishes or stir-fries whipped up in woks. A pushcart displays a perfect Peking duck. At East Market breakfast and dinner isn’t just about grazing from the live cooking stations – the terraces promise heart-stopping Indian Ocean views. 

East Bar
A deck with swinging double seats and loungers-for-two on catamaran nets floating above turquoise waters – this hip little hangout is an atmospheric rendezvous. Sunset cocktail or low-key nightcap? Their above-the-water bar doesn’t just invite you to relax with exactly the chilled drink you wanted – they insist. Spend an evening socialising at this picturesque perch, and suggest you stray from the deck that overlooks the island and the ocean to find the biggest surprise that awaits… Seek out the secret under-the-sea-themed musical space where you may be tempted to take your drinks and start dancing. Can’t see it? Or hear it? All they’re saying is this: it might be where you least expect it...

Lagoon Bar
Right by the beach, with a front-row view of the sunrise, this sociable enclave is situated near the reception, right by the watersports centre. Unwind to an island soundtrack and reggae vibes, while sharing your experiences from the last dive or your exciting watersports session. No wonder you tell us this is one of your favourite laid-back watering holes in the world.

Beach Rouge
You’ve heard the album, now enjoy the ambience as you eat, drink and make merry. Pick at delicious fresh pizzas straight from the wood-fired in the ultimate relaxed setting, right on the soft-sand beach – crisp, thin crusts, topped with the freshest ingredients, baked to perfection… And your feet in the sand, eyes on the lagoon view and the breeze in your hair. That’s a recipe for good times.

Veli
Here, near the crystal-clear swimming pool that extends out to sea, with shimmering views of the lagoon on three sides, pause at the Veli Pool Bar next to the water, and enjoy a refreshing drink as you soak up those incredible watery views.

Café LUX*
Excellent coffee is a must, not a luxury; that’s why you’ll find a Café LUX* at the heart of LUX* South Ari Atoll. Café LUX* has revolutionised the world of hotel coffee, and their commitment remains clear: to offer guests the finest barista-made coffee, day or night. Great coffee begins with freshly ground beans, so they roast their own in the on-site roasting rooms, which can be explored on the aromatic behind-the-scenes tour. Their specialist baristas keep up with all the latest trends and techniques – including Cold Press, Pour Overs and Nitro coffee.

Lux* Me Spa

• 15 exclusive spa villas including 4 overwater treatment villas
• Common relaxation area with sauna and hammam bath
• Plunge pools
• Showers and changing rooms with separate sauna and steam bath for ladies
• 1 beauty room
• 1 spa boutique
• Pedicure/ Manicure facilities
• Hair Salon
• Yoga Grove

Lux* Me Fitness Center

High-quality modern equipment, bodybuilding, stretching, progressive and adapted exercises

Water Sports
Complimentary: snorkeling equipment, canoe, pedal boats, kayaks, snorkeling trips to the house reef
For a fee: diving, windsurfing, fun tube rides, waterskiing, jet-skiing, kite surfing, parasailing, stand-up paddle boarding, wakeboarding, catamaran trips, whale shark safaris, flyboarding, private trips with speedboat or dhoni, morning and sunset fishing

Land Sports
Complimentary: table tennis, tennis* (2 courts), billiard
For a fee: bicycles and beach cruiser

Services

(Charges may apply)

• 24h in-villa dining
• Free internet connection in all rooms and public areas
• Excursions (island tours and trips by speed boat or dhoni, sunset cruise on luxury catamaran and many more)
• On-site doctor
• Laundry service
• Wedding and renewal of vows ceremonies
• Private & Customised dining experiences
• Hotel boutique