On a small coral island in the Indian Ocean ringed by a sandy beach and a living house-reef, a sanctuary awaits. Just 25 minutes by speedboat from Maldives International Airport, Baros Maldives is an award-winning boutique resort known for creating discreet, personalised experiences.

Baros’ timelessly elegant beach and water villa accommodation is the epitome of tranquil refinement. Each offers plenty of space, a daybed for relaxing and an individual wine chiller stocked with bottles selected by the sommelier with Water Villas also offering direct access into the lagoon.

The ultimate in indulgence for The Lux Traveller is the exclusive and luxurious Baros Residence. Surrounded by lush foliage and tropical blooms, this exclusive retreat has a private pool and direct access to the beach by exotic greenery guides the way to the soft-sand beach.

The beautiful House Reef surrounding the island is just a short swim from the shore and buzzing with marine life and living coral. There are also 30 incredible dive sites in nearby North Male’ Atoll which can be explored with the team at the island’s Dive Centre. Or perhaps you’d rather stay above the water with a romantic voyage on a traditional handcrafted Maldivian sailing dhoni or a modern luxury motor yacht.

Connoisseurs of fine food and wine will love the classic cuisine with a tropical twist served at The Lighthouse. There’s also sublime grilled seafood, fine meats and Asian tapas at The Cayenne Grill and all-day dining at Lime. For a little privacy guest can also enjoy In-Villa Dining Menu or, for a special occasion, a bespoke dining experience on an isolated pocket of the island.

The Serenity Spa offers the ultimate relaxing and healing spa therapies that will guests feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. You’ll also find four romantic couples treatment rooms hidden within the lush foliage of the spa garden come with a private steam room and relaxation area with bath tub and open to-the sky showers. Or perhaps you’d prefer to balance both mind and body with a private yoga or meditation session.