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Veligandu Maldives Resort Island

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, pool umbrellas
Jacuzzi Beach Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished
On the beach, white sand, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Gym
The current price is AED 2,176
AED 5,818 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar

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Sunset Ocean Pool Villa 2 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Sunset Ocean Pool Villa 2 Bedroom

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Private pool
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 323 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Ocean Pool Villa 2 Bedroom | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Ocean Pool Villa 2 Bedroom

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 267 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds

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Jacuzzi Beach Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Jacuzzi Beach Villa

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 86 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Beach Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Beach Villa

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Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
  • 71 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sunset Ocean Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Sunset Ocean Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 107 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean Pool Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Ocean Pool Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 124 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunset Ocean Pool Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Sunset Ocean Pool Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 149 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunset Jacuzzi Beach Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Sunset Jacuzzi Beach Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 86 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Ocean Jacuzzi Villa | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Ocean Jacuzzi Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Rainfall showerhead
  • 86 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Veligandu Island, North Ari Atoll, Veligandu Island

What's nearby

  • Angsana Beach - 32 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fung Bar
  • Kuramathi Island Coffee Shop
  • Kuramathi - The Palm Restaurant
  • Kuramathi Island Resort - Dhoni Bar
  • Kuramathi-Haruge Restaurant

About this property

Veligandu Maldives Resort Island

Luxury resort near North Channel Dive Site
Located close to Beyru Kandu Dive Site and Madivaru Finolhu, Veligandu Maldives Resort Island provides a free breakfast buffet, 2 beach bars, and a poolside bar. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a body scrub, or a facial at Duniye Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; other things to do include snorkeling, scuba diving, and windsurfing. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and shopping on site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-in, and a billiards/pool table
  • A front-desk safe, massage treatment rooms, and concierge services
  • 1 meeting room, a porter/bellhop, and luggage storage
Room features
All 91 individually furnished rooms offer perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Veligandu Maldives Resort Island are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All buffet meals and snacks included
In-room minibar (some restrictions)

Water activities

Kayaking
Snorkeling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Soccer
Tennis
Volleyball

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Languages

English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 beach bars, 2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Dhonveli Restaurant
  • Madivaru Restaurant
  • Thundi Bar
  • Athiri Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Private picnics
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Volleyball
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Library

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beachfront location
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have elevators
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Ceiling fan
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • iPod dock
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony or patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Turndown service
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via floatplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 20 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers and receive additional check in information, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 72 hours before their expected arrival. Please note that guests must pay the seaplane fee before arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Maldivian Air Taxi between 9 AM and 3 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 44 pounds (20 kilograms) per person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in.
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

MONETIZATION_ON

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 260.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 130.00 (from 1 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 310
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 155 (from 1 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 390 (roundtrip)
  • Transfer service fee per child: USD 195 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 340 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 390 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 195 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Veligandu Island Resort
Veligandu Island Resort
Hotel Veligandu Island
Veligandu Resort
Veligandu Island Hotel North Ari Atoll
Veligandu Island Resort Spa
Veligandu Island Resort Spa
Veligandu Maldives Veligandu
Veligandu Maldives Resort Island Resort
Veligandu Maldives Resort Island Veligandu Island
Veligandu Maldives Resort Island Resort Veligandu Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Veligandu Maldives Resort Island have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Veligandu Maldives Resort Island pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Veligandu Maldives Resort Island?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Veligandu Maldives Resort Island?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Veligandu Maldives Resort Island provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 6 AM–3:30 PM on request. A fee of USD 390 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Veligandu Maldives Resort Island?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is Veligandu Maldives Resort Island located?

Within easy reach of North Channel Dive Site, Beyru Kandu Dive Site, and Madivaru Finolhu, this Veligandu Island resort is located by the ocean and set on the beach. Local attractions also include Miyaru Faru Dive Site and Big Blue Dive Site.

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Veligandu Maldives Resort Island Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 392 out of 475 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 475 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 475 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 475 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 475 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most perfect place in the world. Look no where else, the rooms are amazing, the house reef can be accessed from your room, and the food is outstanding! And the staff is wonderful, too. We have been 4 times and will definitely be going for Number 5.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Holiday with my wife.
This is probably the most best of the Maldivian Island resorts, we had a beach fronted villa which was very private and perfectly appointed. We stayed for 5 nights after having been in Thailand for 11 days, for us 5 days was enough as all you can do is relax do a bit of water activity and walk round the Island which took 15 minutes.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Food was very tasty and service was excellent
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

4/10 Poor

Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Staff - Very friendly and helpful . I was assigned a lifestyle host that was super helpful and convenient throughout the trip. Food & Drinks - you will always be well fed if you have all inclusive. Although taste wasn't that great. Activities - quite a bit of water sports, indoor sports and outdoors . Things to look out for: Even in All Inclusive package, prepare yourself to spend another 1/4 of package price for activities and rest of the things. Water sports that are included in the package and next to none, for anything worth experiencing like Jet ski, snorkeling, and scuba diving, you will have to pay decent amount. Spa - only included if you are staying 7 or more nights. Complimentary photography - the photographer will be given to you for 30 minutes as a complimentary, HOWEVER, only one printed photo will be given, rest of the photo will not be given unless you pay up not even digital photos. Point being, is that everything is very smartly packaged to get you to spend good amount of money even in all inclusive. Kudos to folks who planned it but at some point it felt like they were banking on your emotions given that most people there are on honeymoon and will be helpless but to spend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing location, accommodations and staff. Best experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is PERFECT!!! Beautiful, peaceful, the perfect vacation. The food is excellent, and you can't beat the incredible snorkeling on the house reef. The best snorkeling we saw in the Maldives, right there on our own resort!
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service, incredibly well maintained, very clean. Great drinks and food!!!! Overall just had an amazing stay. We were sad to leave.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suhaib

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Stay
Our 6 Day stay at Veligandu Island Resort and Spa was perfect in every way. From all the transfer arrangements seamlessly handled by the resort staff, to the welcome and double upgrade we received, to the meals and facilities... everything was wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
An exceptional resort in a stunning location
An exceptional resort. Fantastic jacuzzi water bungalow, amazing snorkelling, beautiful white sandy beach and turquoise waters. Food was delicious with a wide selection. Staff were friendly and efficient,
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

ckLiu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent resort
We stayed in water villa with Jacuzzi for our honeymoon. It absolutely was fantastic and the best holiday ever. Thank Veligandu resort &spa also all staffs for making our day.

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly a paradise. My wife and I celebrated our 10 year anniversary and it was perfect. Staff as amazing, plenty to do, and very relaxing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The island host Naaif was VERY helpful and booked all of our excursions within a couple of minutes and accommodated all of our needs and requirements.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and service were extraordinary. The place was clean and comfortable. Accommodating and overall one of the best resort stays from start to finish with communication. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous resort what more could you ask for in a vacation! Overwater bungalow, fantastic reef full of fish and coral made for great snorkeling and scuba diving. Good food and drinks! This resort sets the standard for a great Maldives vacation. From the moment we landed the staff were so kind and helpful I have nothing but good things to say about Veligandu Island Resort.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice water villa with awesome view! Thanks staffs for taking care of us
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Nicholas Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do not usually write reviews however Veligandu is an absolute gem! The island is breathtaking, the staff and service feels so personalised, the food is amazing and the weather unbelievable! My girlfriend and I are talking about our stay everyday since we got back. The island has everything to offer, we had quite relaxed days on the beach, incredible snorkelling with turtles and reef sharks to great party nights at the hotels bar. We cannot wait to go back next year although we will have to wait until after the renovations.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I should've been did this review in Sept 2021 when went for our honeymoon Rm 262. I seem to can't get this place out of my head and want to go back. Hands down from beginning to end, the staff met every need and made sure we were good. They were excellent! Very welcoming and friendly. The food was really good and our over water villa was beautiful. I heard they are doing some renovations. When it's complete we will definitely revisit.

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow, we went here for our 30th anniversary and we were not disappointed! Veligandu is absolutely amazing. The word paradise is often over used, but it is a truly fitting description. Everything was perfect; the staff, the services, the amenities, the facilities, the food, the atmosphere and the romance. It is a picture right out of a travel magazine. We can not say enough good things. If you are reading this, don't hesitate, book today. I promise you will not regret it!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The island is a good size. There were times we were out on the beach by ourselves. It's almost like a private island! This is if you go during the rainy season though (which isn't that rainy). I'm sure the peak season is busier. My only complaint is that the beds are not that comfortable. Was expecting better. I give it 4 of 5 stars.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anatoly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent Maldives Resort Hotel
An unforgettable vacation! A great island with all the amenities for a great holiday. Courteous and helpful staff. Well organized transfer from Valena airport. Cleanliness, comfort, entertainment are all top notch. A rich selection of delicious dishes. Interesting entertaining evening activities. Every minute of our stay was wonderful! Also a pleasant surprise was organized for us on the anniversary. House reef was rich of corales and fishes (including sharks, turtles, murenas and many vore other). Thanks to all staff of the Resort! Special thanks the Oceanic Dive Center! And Special thanks to Katerina!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Antony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was lovely , beaches and Island verdure were also fabulous . We stayed in a water bungalow which was clean and spacious on the west ,sea ward , side of the Island. It benefitted from the sea breeze and sunsets . The food was excellent , buffet style , of a good quality and varied . Staff were obliging , obviously trained to be so . The sea plane transfer is an added cost (£650) and we had to wait 90 min for arriving passengers from other destinations to fill it before it would leave . This was irritating after travelling for 16 hours . The resort is dated and tired and does need an upgrade which is apparently happening shortly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Filmarie Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this resort. Worth the 18 hr flight from Toronto. Seaplane transfer was hassle-free. I booked an over the water villa (with a hot tub with a view of the ocean), full board (3 meals at buffet), no alcohol or drinks (except for coffee and whatever juice they have at the time). Each mango juice costed me $4 US a pop. Items in mini bar not included. Items, like souvenirs, you buy get charged to the room. I loved the over the water villa. So private and there were stairs out to the water (low tide in the am, high in the pm). There were crabs all the time on the deck (one and a couple on the steps). They try to avoid you. Transformer was provided, AC, TV. Far walk but it's what you get if you want seclusion. Island is so small though (love it). Food at Dhonveli and wi-fi were great. I really only need those two things to be happy. I didn't see too much seafood, but I don't like those anyway. From your deck, you can snorkel and see plenty of different varities of fish. Saw a shark and a couple of sting rays from my deck. Staff is warm and helpful. I travelled on my own and felt really safe. I could leave my phone/wallet at my table with no concerns at Dhonveli. Resort-specific stuff: Bring your own plastic bag for wet clothes. Resort tries to be environmentally conscious so no plastic bags available. Don't bring shoes you don't want to get sand in. I had a really special experience and plan on going back next year but maybe in April instead of May.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent

Lillian

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2022