Muni Enterprises’ first resort features spa inspired by cleaner fish
Maldives-based luxury safari boat operator and travel agent Muni Enterprises has opened its first spa resort, on the Lhaviyani Atoll in the Maldives.
The 49-villa Fushifaru Island will be marketed as an authentic Maldivian experience, offering three restaurants and a luxury spa.
The resort’s Heylhi Spa was designed by the owners in partnership with local architect Mohamed Shafeeq and TOPO Designs Singapore, which acted as design consultant on the project.
The spa’s concept was inspired by the cleaner wrasse fish which swim in Fushifaru’s waters – renowned for their healing and cleansing behaviour towards other fish in the ecosystem.
Facilities include five treatment rooms – including three couple’s suites with bathtubs – an outdoor plunge pool, two relaxation areas and a retail space.
Each treatment room resembles a traditional Maldivian cottage, complete with outdoor garden bathrooms.
Founded in 1983, Muni Enterprises incorporated a separate company – Fushifaru Investments – to develop, operate and manage Fushifaru Island.
The resort is part of Muni’s plans to diversify its existing portfolio of luxury safari boats, luxury residences and a travel agency.
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