World-class entertainment and lifestyle brand Hard Rock International has expanded its portfolio, with the opening of Hard Rock Hotel Maldives on Sunday.

Hard Rock Hotel Maldives is part of the first phase of the highly anticipated Crossroads Maldives project, which is undertaken by leading Thai developer Singha Estate as the first integrated tourist destination in the Maldives.

A 15-minute speedboat ride away from the Maldives’ main Velana International Airport, Hard Rock Hotel Maldives boasts 178 spacious guest rooms, including family suites, beach villas, and one- and two-bedroom overwater pool villas, exclusively on a beautiful island.

Inspired by local culture, tropical architecture has been infused with contemporary design features, alongside regionally-inspired authentic music memorabilia. Guests are able to enjoy exclusive brand offerings and amenities, including The Sound of Stay music programme, which offers complimentary use of Fender guitars and Crosley record players for in-room jam sessions, as well as a renowned full-service Rock Spa, a Rock Shop selling all brand merchandise, Roxity Kids Club, and Teen Spirit Club.

Guests can also treat their taste buds to delectable on-site food and beverage options, ranging from a Pool Bar and all-day dining, to a Latin and Mexican restaurant, and in-villa dining experiences, or to enjoy authentic American cuisine amidst the ultimate rock atmosphere at Hard Rock Cafe Maldives just steps from the hotel.

This highly anticipated property also offers vacationers direct access to The Marina @ Crossroads, the Maldives’ first integrated lifestyle island which houses a rich combination of world-class offerings, including entertainment, retail, fine dining and outdoor activities. The facilities offered by The Marina include a 30-berth marina, the Junior Beach Club and Camp, the Crossroads Event Hall, the Maldives Discovery Centre, the Marine Discovery Centre, and a world-class beach club by Cafe Del Mar.

To celebrate Hard Rock’s entry into the Maldives, the resort has announced a special offer with 25 per cent discount on all room categories. Other benefits include:

• A welcome fruit basket
• Daily buffet breakfast for two adults and one child at Sessions
• Complimentary round-trip airport transfers for two persons
• 15% discount on food & beverage including in-villa dining and destination dining
• 15% discount on any spa treatments from the à la carte menu
• Free room upgrade, subject to availability upon arrival
• Complimentary Wifi

For more information and bookings, please visit www.hardrockhotels.com/maldives