Jumeirah Vittaveli in the Maldives is preparing for the opening of the Royal Residence, set to debut in January 2017.

The five-bedroom, six-bathroom retreat will cover 3,500 square metres and include a private beach, two pools, and a private arrival jetty.

Amit Majumder, general manager, Jumeirah Vittaveli, said: “The Royal Residence adds another dimension of luxury to Jumeirah Vittaveli.

“This completely self-sufficient hideaway includes its own arrival jetty with overwater bar, an open air kitchen, restaurant, private beach, two pools, spa and gym, separate living and dining pavilion as well as separate service quarters.

“Guests can enjoy unrivalled privacy while still having all the activities and facilities of an award-winning resort at their fingertips.

“We have put much thought into planning out each little detail of the Royal Residence and I am confident that guests will be amazed by the level of service as well as privacy that they will experience when staying at this new ultimate tropical retreat.“

The Royal Residence experience will begin as soon as guests arrive in the Maldives.

They will receive priority customs service and a personal welcome at the airport, followed by a 20 minute luxury yacht transfer to the island.

A traditional Maldivian Bodu Beru reception awaits, comprising a group of drummers and dancers who greet guests at the private jetty.

The Royal Residence Manager will take everyone on a brief tour of the luxurious residence.

The journey will lead guests past a sunken lounge surrounded by a fragrant lily pond, to a full sized swimming pool looking out across the private beach.

‘The Sanctuary’ (530sqm) includes the Master Bedroom, as well as a separate indoor living area, private spa treatment room and private gym outfitted with state-of-the-art Life Fitness equipment.

An indoor bathroom with his and hers vanities and oversized stone bathtub by Kelly Hoppen is complemented by an outdoor bathing area featuring a Jacuzzi with in-built TV.

Guests of the Royal Residence will enjoy access to all facilities of Jumeirah Vittaveli via dedicated buggy and chauffeur, including a PADI Dive base, water sports centre, four restaurants and two bars, Kuda Koli Kids’ Club with family pool, and a Talise Spa with overwater and garden treatment rooms.

With its focus on understated luxury and cultural connection, Jumeirah Vittaveli offers guests a true Maldivian island experience.