Thomas Weber on leading with people and purpose at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives
Thomas Weber traces his approach to hotel leadership to the restaurants and bars where his hospitality career began. Food and beverage taught him to connect financial performance with the details of service, and to recognise how much depends on colleagues working together. Those lessons continue to inform his work as General Manager of Alila Kothaifaru […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives named Best Resort of the Year at AHA Asia Hotel Awards 2026
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has been named Best Resort of the Year at the 2026 AHA Asia Hotel Awards, held at Capella Bangkok in Thailand. The recognition places the resort among leading hospitality properties across Asia, acknowledging its approach to luxury hospitality, guest experiences, design and service. The award was presented during the 15th edition of […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives celebrates festive season with ‘Tides of Wonder’ island experiences
This festive season, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives presents Tides of Wonder, a celebration that follows the changing rhythm of island life from Christmas through the New Year and Orthodox Christmas. Beginning on 21 December, the programme moves between the ocean, the table and the island itself, with each day offering a different reason to linger. The […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives promotes Naziya Hassan to Director of Sales
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has announced the promotion of Naziya Hassan to Director of Sales, marking the latest step in her career progression at the Raa Atoll resort. Naziya joined Alila Kothaifaru in October 2022 as Senior Sales Manager for Europe and the UK before being promoted to Assistant Director of Sales in June 2024. She […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives welcomes Chef Joshua Acquaviva for Italian culinary residency
From 25 October to 3 November 2026, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives will welcome Chef Joshua Acquaviva, Head Chef of Pellico 3 at Park Hyatt Milan, for a ten-day residency at Pibati Sul Mare, the resort’s beachside Italian restaurant. Working alongside Executive Chef Frank Wackerhagen and the island’s culinary team, Chef Joshua will present a selection of […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives celebrates Golden Week with island dining and cultural experiences
This Chinese National Day holiday, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives invites all guests to embrace the natural rhythm of island life in the serene surroundings of Raa Atoll. From 1 to 7 October 2026, the resort will celebrate the season with a thoughtfully curated programme of dining and cultural experiences, complemented by its Half Board Special and […]
Umami at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives named Best Restaurant at TTM Awards 2026
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has announced that Umami has been named Best Restaurant at the Travel Trade Maldives Awards 2026, recognising the restaurant’s Japanese-inspired Asian fusion cuisine, distinctive dining experiences and the people who bring them to life. Meaning the “essence of deliciousness” in Japanese and recognised as the fifth taste, Umami brings together layers of […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives showcases island-wide culinary experiences
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives invites guests to discover the island as a dining destination, where distinct culinary concepts, thoughtful cuisine and extraordinary settings come together. From Japanese precision, Italian craft and the coastal flavours of the Middle East and Mediterranean to barefoot dining on a secluded sand cay and intimate meals in a private pool villa, […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives creates space for multi-generational holidays
As travellers increasingly prioritise meaningful time together, multi-generational holidays and private group escapes are reshaping the luxury travel landscape. Responding to this growing demand, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a Hyatt resort, offers thoughtfully designed two-bedroom accommodations that combine generous living spaces with the resort’s signature understated luxury, creating an idyllic setting for families and friends to […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives earns Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2026
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives, a Hyatt resort, has been recognised with the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award 2026, placing the resort among the top 10% of hotels worldwide based on reviews and ratings shared by travellers over the past year. Unlike awards determined by industry panels, the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Award reflects the experiences of guests themselves. […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives celebrates World Environment Day and World Ocean Day
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is reinforcing its commitment to environmental stewardship this June through a series of sustainability-focused initiatives and conservation experiences. In celebration of World Environment Day on 5 June and World Ocean Day on 8 June, the management and team at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives took part in activities designed to promote awareness, education, and […]
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives curates Summer Escape for Eid travellers
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has introduced its Maldives Summer Escape offer as part of its positioning for Eid al Adha travel, combining accommodation benefits with seasonal dining and guest experiences for families, couples and small groups. Available for stays through to 31 October 2026, the offer is designed to support longer stays and multigenerational travel, with […]
