Overview

Located in South Male' Atoll, Velassaru Maldives is a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the world. It is a 25-minute scenic speedboat ride from Malé International Airport.

Velassaru Maldives is a contemporary resort with a picture-postcard 'wow' factor. Impressive in every way, it offers ultra-stylish facilities, chic designer accommodation, a gorgeous beach and fantastic fine dining.

Accomodation

In line with the commitment to offer guests both choice and diversity, Velassaru Maldives offers a range of room categories for you to choose from.

All villas and bungalows, in addition to their own unique features, provide the following amenities.

DVD player, LCD TV, private bar, tea/coffee maker, individually controlled
air-conditioning, ceiling fan, internet access, IDD telephone, in-villa safe, bathrobes and slippers, hair dryer.

Water Villa

Elegant, contemporary, spacious, island inspired and designed for intimacy. Perched over the lagoon with infinite views of the ocean and direct access to the reefs below. Ideal for Maldives honeymoon moments.

Water Bungalow

Modern in interior design whilst maintaining a natural Maldives island resort feel. Open air living, bathed in natural light. An extensive sundeck with stunning ocean view and maximum privacy.

Beach Villa

Set a few paces from the ocean, offering generous indoor and outdoor living spaces. Cool stone floors, high wood ceiling and large windows with views of the beach, sea and Maldives sunrise or sunset.

Deluxe Bungalow

Individual bungalows set amidst hibiscus, frangipani and palm trees a few steps from the beach. Naturally designed to blend seamlessly with the setting. Stunning views of Maldives sunrise or sunset.

Dining

The choice selection of five restaurants awaits any sophistication plates and signature cocktails and selection of light offerings can be enjoyed at any of the two bars.

Vela

World cuisine with a casual vibe, cocooned in lush Maldives island greenery. Enjoy a selection of international delight from interactive buffet stages and cooking stations. Gourmet breakfast tour, creative lunch recipes and an amalgamation of freshness, health and indulgence for dinner.

Turquoise Restaurant

Integrated international cuisine in an informal yet intimate setting. Breathtaking azure ocean stretching indefinitely ahead. Continental and Asian influences with a tropical backdrop.

Etesian

A gourmand tour of the Mediterranean, steps away from the Deluxe Bungalows. Umbrian truffles, rich stews and interactive cheese board. A wine library filled with top shelf whites and reds. Degustation menu showcasing gastronomic creativity and flair.

Sand

Oceanfront food theatre with a dramatic panorama. Teppanyaki over the lagoon. Your dining pavilion perched on powder-white sand. Seating by the water's edge, overlooking dramatic Maldives sunrise. Indian curries whipped up in the clay oven. Japanese sushi with a creative twist. Indulge in the culinary arts of Eastern, Indian and Continental cuisines from a live grill and cooking stations – al fresco.

Fen

Beachfront bar. Diving in. Chilling out. Cocktails, wines overlooking a panorama of blue. Asian and European nibbles. Bold flavours to spice up your Maldives honeymoon romance. Over-sized loungers. Eclectic contemporary World music. The Signature Velassaru experience.

The Spa

Signature treatments enriched with indigenous ingredients. Classic therapies performed in Velassaru style, simultaneously on your honeymoon. Over-water treatment pavilions set on stilts, the Maldives island resort style, each featuring an uninterrupted view of the Maldivian seascape.

Spa amenities include ten over water treatment rooms, yoga pavilion with sea view, boutique, reception, pool perched over the lagoon, bespoke spa packages

Diving

The dive centre is located in a modern, fully-equipped building on the arrival pier and has all equipment available for rent. It is run to very high standards by VIT (CMAS), SSI and PADI qualified instructors. Full instruction is given for beginners and dives are made to the most popular dive sites in the area including caves, reefs, canyons and shark points.

Facilities and Acitivities

24 hour guest services with multilingual staff, round the clock villa dining , laundry service, CD & DVD library, swimming pool with views of the beach and ocean, PADI Certified dive school, fitness centre, island boutique, doctor on call, currency exchange.

Tennis court with flood light, squash, beach volleyball, badminton, indoor games, billiards, water sport center with banana boat rides, fun tubing, windsurfing, canoeing, catamaran sailing, water bike, water skiing, wake boarding, & knee boarding.

Experiences

Sunrise experience, bespoke encounters, Snorkeling, discover Male', spirit of bird, island hopping, night fishing, morning fishing, big game fishing, sunset cruise.