The Muraka is first underwater hotel suite opened in 2018. It is part of the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort, owned by Hilton Worldwide.
Design The Muraka was designed by New York-based architect Yuji Yamazaki and local architect Ahmed Saleem. The two-story structure consists of an en-suite master bedroom, en-suite twin bedroom, sun deck and infinity pool on its upper floor and a double bedroom and en-suite bathroom in the underwater section. This bedroom has a curved acrylic glass ceiling and walls that allows guests to observe the sea life outside while its accompanying en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet have floor to ceiling glass sections. The suite's lower level, below sea level, was first built in Singapore and then transferred to the Maldives by ship. There are ten concrete piles holding it in place. The total cost of construction was $15 million.
Location The Muraka is located on Rangali Island in the Alif Dhaal Atoll of the Maldives. It can be acceced via private seaplane from the airport or transfer by speedboat from the main resort.
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Photos of the Muraka