Just a 25-minute seaplane transfer from the airport is Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa, the idyllic setting for your Maldivian adventure. This beautiful, unspoiled island with lush vegetation and pure white sand is surrounded by a crystal-clear lagoon, ideal for snorkelling, and divers will be in their element in the incredible house reef - one of the few places in the world where you’ll find a year-round aggregation of whale sharks! There’s something for everyone here, with adults-only and family-friendly areas that make sure everyone has the perfect spot to unwind, as well as exciting restaurants to discover. What do you fancy, live teppanyaki, or a meal cooked on hot volcanic rocks? Amazingly, those are both options here. You’re sure to have an unforgettable time.
Amenities
Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location
Where is it
In South Ari atoll, 88km south of Malé. Transfer time from Velana International Airport: 25 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).
Hotel information
184 rooms, all Maldivian inspired with king-sized beds, air conditioning, a fully stocked minibar, open-air bathroom with modern amenities, cable TV, tea/coffee-making facilities, and a personal safe.
Garden Rooms are nestled in the natural island gardens, with a private porch, privacy screen between each room and easy access to the island’s facilities. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child, or 3 adults.
Full Board: Inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner served in the buffet restaurants.
All-Inclusive Plus Package: includes the following
- Buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in either Funama Restaurant (for guests staying in Garden Rooms and Beach Villas) or Ahima Restaurant (for guests staying in Jacuzzi Beach Villas and Jacuzzi Water Villas)
- Snack menu served at Bonthi Bar and Sunset Bar from 11.00-22.00
- 20% discount on all food items at Asian Wok or the Hot Rock (not valid for special events or teppanyaki)
- Dine Around Option of one 3-course set menu for Lunch and Dinner in the Asian Wok (pre-booking required, subject to space and availability)
- Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (including bottled water, soft drinks, coffee and tea, smoothies and milkshakes, draught beer, wine, house spirits, and cocktails and mocktails made with house spirits)
- Mini-bar with a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, plus snacks (refilled once per day)
- One 1/2 bottle of champagne per room per stay
- 20% discount off selected spa treatments taken during the first two days of your stay (subject to space availability)
- Activities included as per schedule: one Sunset Cruise; one 1/2 hour group snorkelling lesson (equipment not included); one Dhangethi Island Excursion; one 1/2 hour group windsurfing lesson (equipment included); one 1/2 hour group tennis lesson (equipment included); free use of Fitness Centre; daytime use of tennis, volleyball and badminton courts; table tennis, billiards, snooker, darts and football; free use of kayaks and windsurfers; free group yoga session at Duniye Spa.
Please note: guests will be required to sign all food and beverage bills, except buffet meals. No charges will be posted to your hotel account for the benefits included in your All-Inclusive Plus Package. Charges not included must be paid upon checkout.
Beach Villas are detached villas just a few steps from the shore, with a private furnished porch perfect for enjoying the fantastic ocean view. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults.
Jacuzzi Beach Villas offer Maldivian inspired beach living with views of the lagoon, private sundeck and Jacuzzi for two, with a private walled-in outdoor area. These villas are located in the adults’ only area and exclusively for guest over 18. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Jacuzzi Water Villas are over-water villas with a private sundeck, with stairs leading into the sea. These villas are exclusively for guests aged 18 years and older. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Two buffet restaurants: Funama (open air, family friendly) and Ahima (adults-only). A la carte restaurants: Asian Wok Restaurant and Bar (with live teppanyaki station) and Hot Rocks (meals prepared on hot volcanic rocks). Snacks served at bars. Bonthi Bar (with overwater wooden deck), Boashi Bar (ice cream and smoothies available) and Sunset Bar (adults only).
Three pools, including a child’s wading pool. House reef, great for diving and snorkelling (snorkelling equipment available to hire*). Fun dives* for certified divers. Diving courses*. Non-motorised water sports* including stand up paddle board, kayaks and windsurfing. Catamaran sailing*. Award-winning Duniye Spa, offering traditional and modern treatments. Children’s play area, close to family-friendly Boashi Bar.
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 18.
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Dec 10, 2024Charlotte J
Absolutely amazing stay - food, beach, staff, facilities, snorkelling... loved everything about it. The hotel was full but nothing that we noticed. Not crowded once! Beaches, restaurants ang swimming pool were all very quiet. Snorkelling is incredible - a short 10 m swim from the beach and you're in an aquarium. Have been to Jordan, Zanzibar and…
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Absolutely amazing stay - food, beach, staff, facilities, snorkelling... loved everything about it. The hotel was full but nothing that we noticed. Not crowded once! Beaches, restaurants ang swimming pool were all very quiet. Snorkelling is incredible - a short 10 m swim from the beach and you're in an aquarium. Have been to Jordan, Zanzibar and Thailand but this is something else... stunning underwater life.
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Dec 9, 2024Lisa Sharon M
The best all-around resort I have been to. Absolutely wonderful staff, terrific location (with a great house reef), super clean. Excellent food and good with allergies. Staff on day trips went the extra mile to make sure we had wonderful interactions with whale sharks, rays and turtles. It was excellent in every way.
Will be back for sure :)
Dec 7, 2024JesssrnckGhent, Belgium
We had a wonderful holiday at Vilamendhoo Resort. Everything was arranged smoothly e.g. the seaplane transfers. The house reef was amazing to snorkel in, we could see reef sharks, turtles, eels, rays, colorful fish. My dream of swimming with whale sharks came true on the whale shark excursion organized by the resort. The dive center was also…
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We had a wonderful holiday at Vilamendhoo Resort. Everything was arranged smoothly e.g. the seaplane transfers. The house reef was amazing to snorkel in, we could see reef sharks, turtles, eels, rays, colorful fish. My dream of swimming with whale sharks came true on the whale shark excursion organized by the resort. The dive center was also fantastic, with boat trips to the best dive sites and great dive guides! Can't wait to discover some other dive sites next time. We met some other repeated visitors and we definitely understand why :)
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Outstanding first visit
Dec 7, 2024Jan H
This was our first experience of the Maldives and were very impressed. We chose this island because of the house reef and were not disappointed. The whole island environment is well managed and offers the most relaxed experience. We booked a villa with Seaview and delighted with the fact the sea was a few metres away. The accommodation was…
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This was our first experience of the Maldives and were very impressed. We chose this island because of the house reef and were not disappointed. The whole island environment is well managed and offers the most relaxed experience. We booked a villa with Seaview and delighted with the fact the sea was a few metres away. The accommodation was comfortable, the bathroom refurbed to a high standard and just for a change the pillows were fluffy and usable not the usual hard lumps offered in many hotels. The staff were efficient but very friendly too especially in housekeeping and restaurant. Loved the fact guests have allocated restaurant tables and sun loungers, no competing with other guests. Food was fresh and varied but you will be even happier if you like curry!
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6th visit to Vilamendhoo
Dec 2, 2024Andysee79Singapore, Singapore
This was our 6th visit to Vilamendhoo. We checked into Jacuzzi Water Villa 327 for a week. It was the second last one from the island. We were warmly welcomed by AGM Jully, GM Zahir and manager Josef. The turnout at the repeaters cocktail was good, which goes to show the popularity of the resort.
Our villa was well-kept by our housekeeper. I…
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This was our 6th visit to Vilamendhoo. We checked into Jacuzzi Water Villa 327 for a week. It was the second last one from the island. We were warmly welcomed by AGM Jully, GM Zahir and manager Josef. The turnout at the repeaters cocktail was good, which goes to show the popularity of the resort.
Our villa was well-kept by our housekeeper. I rarely caught him in action as he usually drops by my villa when we were out for meals. We were pleasantly surprised to find complimentary snacks, fruits and wine in the room. Everything in the villa was working fine.
Having gone for whale shark, manta ray and turtle excursions previously, we went for night snorkelling and snorkelling safari this time. All these excursions are recommended. The guides and crew took good care of us.
Azzam at the Ahima restaurant also took good care of us during meal times. He made the effort to check in on us during meal times and find out how was our day.
One suggestion that I would have is to consider having a drinks package as an alternative to the all-inclusive package.
We enjoyed our daily snorkel at the house reef and hope to be back soon for our 7th visit. Keep up the good work, Team Vilamendhoo.
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