Veligandu Island Resort

Traditionally styled island elegance

The ideal romantic getaway awaits you at the paradise that is Veligandu Island Resort. Its white sandy beaches and sparkling lagoon are yours to discover, with a range of accommodation to suit your needs including gorgeous Jacuzzi® Water Villas with tubs big enough for two and step access straight into the water. The main buffet restaurant offers a range of special dishes throughout the day and there's also an à la carte fine dining restaurant where you can treat yourselves to a romantic three-course dinner. If you tire of lounging on your sun lounger on the beach, or enjoying the freshwater infinity swimming pool, then there are also plenty of activities to try out during the day, including; football, snorkelling, badminton, jet skiing, and even a PADI certified dive centre.

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Average: 4.5 (1 vote)

Hotel Category

Trusted

Location Type

Beach

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Adult Orientated

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General Information

Check-in Time:
00:00
Check-out Time:
11:00
91 rooms
Transfer duration: Approx. 20 minutes by seaplane from Malé airport
Children are not accepted in water villas

Main Facilities

Diving
Outdoor pool
Spa facilities
Watersports
Wifi

Accommodation Type

Barefoot style

Board Basis Options

Full Board

Hotel Location

Location Highlights

Veligandu Island Resort

Beach
Approx. 20 minutes by seaplane from Malé airport
Transfer duration: Approx. 20 minutes by seaplane from Malé airport
Located in the North Ari Atoll

3770 Reviews

95% of travellers recommended this hotel

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Excellent 3337
Very Good 338
Average 59
Poor 21
Terrible 15

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Sep 18, 2019

Incredible Honeymoon!

Bahrain

I am finally writing this review after staying at Veligandu last month for our honeymoon. Before travelling to the Maldives, I had been warned by so many people I knew that my 10-day stay was too long, that I would be bored and that 5 days were more than enough. My husband and I can honestly say that we could have doubled our time at Veligandu and never gotten bored. I spent a very long time researching the best islands & hotels to visit and finally settled on Veligandu because it seemed to be the best value for money we could get. I was particularly influenced by the reviews on the sea life and snorkeling; even though a lot of the coral is bleached, the snorkeling here was supposed to be incredible and I'm so glad we got to experience it because it was even more than incredible. Most of my research involved Tripadvisor reviews so I want to leave one myself to tell anyone reading that this resort and island are incredible and exceeded our already high expectations. We honestly have never been happier or more relaxed on holiday, and have never seen such a beautiful setting with incredible turquoise water. We were very worried about the weather, which online was predicted to be stormy for every day we were there. We arrived on the day of a terrible storm (Male airport was leaking etc.) and our sea plane couldn't take off for a few hours but as soon as we arrived to the island, we were treated so incredibly well by all the staff there, and the weather was incredible about 95% of the time so we needn't have worried. We had booked an ocean villa, and our room was decorated for our honeymoon and the staff had left champagne and treats for us to enjoy. We spent every day trotting through the sand to breakfast (about a 5-7 minute walk from our room on the other side of the island), snorkeling on and off for hours at the beach and admiring all the amazing sea life with sharks swimming right up to the shore and teaching their babies how to hunt tiny fish, then back to our room for a lovely shower before going back out to dinner. Bliss. There is SO MUCH you can do. You will never be bored and I suspect that anyone who warned us of being bored in the Maldives just sat on the sand for days on end without exploring the options available, or Veligandu just has a lot more options than other resorts do. We booked an activity for about every other day - sunset dolphin cruise (We saw 6 amazing dolphins), turtle and manta ray snorkeling trip (due to weather we could not enter the manta ray point so just went snorkeling in a different area which was still lovely and we still saw a turtle), a wedding ceremony (gorgeous and we have beautiful pictures to commemorate our wedding - only two negative points here were that (1) we indicated we wanted the ceremony to be filmed and it wasn't and (2) a spa employee was desperate to get my husband to sign a bill for my hair and makeup while I was trying to have a "first look" moment with him where he saw me in my wedding dress. Minor gripes but they did leave a bad taste unfortunately) and a half day whale shark trip (2 hour boat ride to whale shark point where we got to swim with it, which was amazing and humbling). We had also booked night fishing one day but unfortunately could not go due to weather. We spent a couple of evenings in the game centre playing ping pong and darts. My husband also played football with the staff about 4 of the days and they all got along so well. The staff would ask at dinner where my husband was at 4pm if he didn't show up to football that day and make sure he came the next day! Food is great, especially the breakfast buffet with the waffles and eggs to order. We were on the all inclusive package but only managed to eat 2 meals a day because there was so much food. Really appreciated the fact that about 90% of the drinks are included on the package so we didn't have to worry about what we were ordering. Spa is beautiful. We went three times and had incredible massages and treatments after seeing the sharks swimming around the spa villa. Special staff mentions: Abdulla H Akram Navidh Our wedding photographer (I have forgotten her name but she was so lovely and really made us smile so the photos came out beautiful) All the staff were amazing but these four stood out to us and we wanted to thank them personally. I can't thank Veligandu enough for the incredible honeymoon they gave us. We will definitely be back!

Sep 16, 2019

Best in class among 4-star resorts around the islands of Indian oceans (Mauritius,Seychelles and Maldives)

Kiev, Ukraine

Food is stunning even for all-inclusive menu, plenty of exotic fruits given opportunity to change daily diet, the experience and vision of chef "Sigi" make you feeling as on 5 star + resorts around the islands of Indian oceans like Seychelles, Mauritius and of course Maldives Obviously, cannot repeat the the same things with food quality and variety in my country, because too expensive and needs much time of truly qualified work I see the real progress in quality of daily work of waiters and their attentiveness for significant details. Beaches are cleanest as possible. Staff in spa enough qualified. Management has high level vision for given repeated user the new possibilities and reloading existing experience therefore I approve of it by my three-time visit to the resort. Thanks to the work of the general manager, my third visit was completely new. Many thanks to Fathuhulla Ibrahim.

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Facilities

Dive Centre

Add diving to your holiday experience with instruction and courses from the islands PADI-certified dive centre. There are variety of 20 local dive sites (including a house reef), suitable for beginners through to experienced divers, so there's plenty to discover.

Fitness Centre

Get the blood pumping with a workout in the resort's fitness centre, featuring modern cardio and weight equipment.

Snorkelling Trips

There is a snorkelling boat trip on Tuesday and Friday between 09:30am and 12:30pm that lets you explore the underwater world of nearby coral reefs, and a snorkelling speedboat trip on Sunday and Wednesday from 09:30am to 12:30pm that goes further afield to the lesser known reefs. Restrictions: Rent snorkelling equipment from the Dive Centre or purchase from the gift shop. Minimum 6 people for boat trip, 8 for speedboat. Competent swimmers only.

Duniye Spa

Duniye Spa provides a tropical experience to both men and women in a luxurious over-the-water-spa. Offering the perfect recipe for rejuvenating your mind and body, with treatments by skilled therapists utilising the latest products.

Land Activities

You can enjoy plenty of sports on the island, including volleyball, football, badminton, darts, billiards, and table tennis.

Swimming Pool

Take a dip in this freshwater, infinitypool overlooking the beach.

Watersports

The watersports centre offers a range of experiences, from relaxing kayaking to exhilarating jet ski rides. You'll also be able to try wake boarding, water skiing, fun tube, catamaran, seadoo scooter, and a stand up paddle board. Restrictions: Subject to weather and availability.

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Room Types

Jacuzzi Water Villa

Jacuzzi® Water Villas are a superb choice for those seeking the ultimate comforts. Located over the water, stroll along your jetty to this island sanctuary with a private walled-in area offering a relaxing Jacuzzi® for two, as well as chaise lounges, and a wooden sun deck with stairs straight into the turquoise sea.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Internet
Minibar
MP3 dock
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Telephone
Towels included
Whirlpool in room

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Jacuzzi Beach Villa

Located right on the beach, these spacious rooms feature a private area with a Jacuzzi® for two so you can enjoy quality time together. There is also a furnished porch, open air bathroom with rain shower, and stylish tropical décor throughout.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Internet
Minibar
MP3 dock
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Telephone
Towels included
Whirlpool in room

Water Villa

Experience your holiday right over the water in a spacious Water Villa. You'll have an indoor bathroom with whirlpool bath, as well as a private furnished porch with gorgeous views of the sea.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Internet
Minibar
MP3 dock
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Telephone
Towels included
Whirlpool in room

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Beach Villa

These tropical havens are set amongst the lush island gardens with access straight to the beach and a good view of the water. You'll get your own private furnished porch, as well as an open air bathroom with rain shower.

Show room facilities

Air Conditioning
Balcony or Terrace
Hairdryer
Internet
Minibar
MP3 dock
Safe
Satellite/Cable TV
Sea View
Separate Shower
Telephone
Towels included

Veligandu Island Resort

Food & Drink

Athiri Bar

Feast you eyes on the beautiful seascape from this beachside bar, and enjoy something tasty from the drinks or snack menu.

Dhonveli Restaurant

Feast on the local and international buffet dishes at the island's main restaurant, with something available to suit every taste, and live cooking stations so you can enjoy food to order. There's a Friday night Maldivian dinner where you can experience true local cuisine, and Sunday breakfast greets you with complimentary sparkling wine. Breakfast:08:00am to 10:00am Lunch: 12:30pm to 14:00pm Dinner: 19:30pm to 21:30pm Dress code: Casual Dress: Many guests are barefoot. Bathing suits may be worn for breakfast and lunch as long as women wear a cover-up or sarong and men wear a short sleeve polo shirt (not sleeveless). Shorts and short sleeve polo shirt (not sleeveless) are customary for dinner or you can dress up as you wish.

The Madivaru Restaurant

For a special dinner, why not head to the island's à la carte restaurant and enjoy delicious fine cuisine including gourmet steaks, seafood and sweet choices with set menus available for two.

Thundi Bar

Set by the swimming pool, overlooking the lagoon, this stylish bar is the ideal place to enjoy your favourite drinks or snacks with eyes on the beautiful landscape or your favourite sport on the satellite television. There's also a pool side bar service for your convenience.

Board Basis Options

FOOD: Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the mainDhonveli Restaurant - a traditional sand-floor, thatched roof dining room serving a choice of international cuisine. 24-hour afternoon tea at the Thundi Bar, From May 2017, afternoon team will also be served from14:00 to 23:00 in the Athiri Bar. DRINK:Soft drinks, house wine, canned or draught beer, selected fruit juices, tea and coffee, selection of house spirits and daily special cocktails. Drinks are served by the glass, all day and night. Plus a half bottle of Champagne per room per stay and drinks from the minibar (soft drinks, bottled beer, water and iced tea/coffee), replenished once per day. ACTIVITIES: One sunset cruise, half-day Kuramathi or Rasdhoo island excursion, 30 minute snorkelling lesson (equipment not included), 30 minute windsurfing lesson (equipment included) and free use of fitness centre, badminton, kayaks, windsurfs, football pitch, volleyball court, table tennis and darts.

Full Board

FOOD:Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the mainDhonveli Restaurant.

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Special Offers

Minor offer catch all

Honeymooner & Wedding Anniversary Offer

Honeymooners receive complimentary fruit plate and flowers in room upon arrival.

Black out dates may apply.

Save up to 10% on your accommodation

Blackout dates may apply.
Board supplements apply.
Selected booking and travel dates apply.

Veligandu Island Resort

Traditionally styled island elegance

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