Sunday Times

DRIFT TO SLEEP

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The private Conrad Maldives Rangali Island just opened what it calls the world’s first underwater hotel, a spectacula­r experience that’s not surprising­ly reserved for those with pockets as deep as the hotel’s bedroom.

It’s called The Muraka, which means “coral” in the native Dhivehi, and a booking gets you the entire villa, with floors above and below the water line.

Up top there is a luxurious living area and deck. Down below, there is a glass-encased bathroom and bedroom, where you will sleep surrounded by whatever sea life happens to drift by.

The villa also comes with 24-hour butler service, a private chef, and a speed boat. The cost though, will surely make you gasp: $50,000 per night. conradmald­ives.com.

 ?? Picture: Supplied ?? RINSE The bathroom at the Muraka.
Picture: Supplied RINSE The bathroom at the Muraka.

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