Vakkaru Maldives

Dining

6 restaurants and 2 bars: Amaany (breakfast daily, and dinner on select nights), Isoletta (lunch and dinner, Italian flavours), Onu (dinner, South East Asian flavours), Vakku (dinner, seafood and premium cuts of meat), Anguru (à la carte lunch and set menu dinner, teppanyaki), Lagoon Bar (lunch and dinner, Asian influenced tapas and sushi), Cabana (poolside lounge and bar, drinks and snacks), Vakkaru Reserve (wine cellar for wine tasting or private dining - reservation required).

Entertainment

Jungle cinema, beach cinema. Resident singer and DJ. Fire and LED light shows.

Fun and Games

Swimming pool. Merana Spa* with outdoor relaxation area, whirlpool, plunge pool, sauna and steam room. Fitness centre. Yoga pavilion. Tennis courts, Tennis Coaching by Tipsarevic Luxury Tennis, padel tennis, beach volleyball court and a football pitch. Parrotfish kids club (3-12 years) with pool. Coconut club for teens with billiards, table tennis, foosball and board games (open 24-hours). Splash Dive and Water sports Centre*. Library. Boutique. Art studio. Bicycles.

Handy Stuff

Private lounge in the seaplane terminal at Malé International Airport, where you can relax and enjoy complimentary light drinks, snacks and WiFi before your seaplane flight to the resort. Complimentary WiFi access. Babysitting service*. Laundry service*.

Additional Information

* 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 12.

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Soul Sanctuary

Jun 29, 2025 Tina K

⸻ A Soulful Escape into Wellness and Nature Vakkaru Maldives is more than a luxury resort—it’s a sanctuary for the soul. From the moment I stepped onto the island, I felt a deep sense of peace and grounding. Surrounded by pristine nature, crystal-clear waters, and thoughtful design, everything invites you to slow down, reconnect, and… Read more

⸻ A Soulful Escape into Wellness and Nature Vakkaru Maldives is more than a luxury resort—it’s a sanctuary for the soul. From the moment I stepped onto the island, I felt a deep sense of peace and grounding. Surrounded by pristine nature, crystal-clear waters, and thoughtful design, everything invites you to slow down, reconnect, and breathe. One of the most profound parts of my stay was the wellness experience. I had the privilege of joining morning yoga sessions with Praveen, whose gentle energy, wisdom, and intuitive teaching made each class feel like a moving meditation. It helped me return to myself. Equally powerful was my Reiki session at the overwater spa—a deeply healing experience that left me feeling rebalanced, open, and light. The practitioner held such calm, nurturing energy, and I felt a shift not just physically, but emotionally and energetically. It was exactly what I didn’t know I needed. Beyond wellness, every detail at Vakkaru reflects intention. The overwater villa was a haven of tranquility, where every sunrise felt like a private miracle. The food—nourishing, flavorful, beautifully presented—added to the feeling of deep care and luxury. Every staff member radiated warmth and grace, creating an atmosphere of ease and genuine hospitality. Vakkaru is a place where time slows down, where luxury meets presence, and where you are gently reminded of the beauty of stillness. It’s the kind of place that stays with you, long after you leave. I came home with more than memories—I brought back clarity, calm, and a full heart. Already dreaming of my return. Read less

3 nights stay

Jun 28, 2025 Kristoffer D

I didn't expect this beauty! Just so beautiful, out of this world! Everywhere you go, it's just paradise. I like how the marine life is protected here since it's within UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. You can just go down your overwater villa and snorkel. My daughter loved it! She enjoyed snorkeling a lot and swimming with the sea creatures. We had a… Read more

I didn't expect this beauty! Just so beautiful, out of this world! Everywhere you go, it's just paradise. I like how the marine life is protected here since it's within UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. You can just go down your overwater villa and snorkel. My daughter loved it! She enjoyed snorkeling a lot and swimming with the sea creatures. We had a great time here. I would definitely recommend Vakkaru for families and couples. It's a very family friendly resort. Parrot Fish Club is a plus! They have a lot of activities for kids all day while we, parents, can go for a spa. Special thanks to our Butler, Juman, for making our trip extra special! Those sand arts that he makes by our door every night are beautiful and amazing! That last night sand art is special with a powerpuff girl (Buttercup) that says "see you soon". My daughter loved it! She's a fan! Juman pays attention to our conversations with him. Those "little things" are special! He even remembers it's our 11th wedding anniversary. He also prepared a very nice bubble bath for my daughter. Thank you, Juman! All staff were amazing! Very welcoming. Always greeting you with our names, not just ma'am or sir. Very personalized service. Ted is always going around, making sure guests are having a good time. Everybody speaks really good English. It's also a plus that there are Filipino staff here, makes us feel more at home, too. So many great memories in just 3 nights. All the restaurants we tried, were really good! There's a lot of choices here! Breakfast had a lot of different food, too! They have different smoothies every morning and some morning mocktails. The lime with salt and pepper on the brim was great! My wife and I enjoyed the spa! The view while you're looking down was stunning! You get a view of the water. Our overwater villa had a great view! We wish we could've stayed longer. Our bikes! We miss riding our bikes around the resort, day and night, with our names on it. Hoping we'll be back next year! Thank you, Vakkaru team for making our anniversary trip and summer break trip extra special. We will never forget it! Kudos to our photographer for the stunning drone videos and drone pictures! Glad we did this last minute. Read less

Perfect option for everyone

Jun 27, 2025 Matej D

First off, we were welcomed by a very friendly staff and that followed throughout our whole stay. The villas were very beautiful with everything one needs and more, especially the one above the sea surface with sharks and mantas swimming right below. Food options and beaches great as well. Overall, the cleanliness was top notch, 10/10.… Read more

First off, we were welcomed by a very friendly staff and that followed throughout our whole stay. The villas were very beautiful with everything one needs and more, especially the one above the sea surface with sharks and mantas swimming right below. Food options and beaches great as well. Overall, the cleanliness was top notch, 10/10. Additionally, the resort offers a great variety of activities. As a family, we had a great time being surrounded by friendly and kind people. Will definitely come back. Read less

Highly recommended

Jun 26, 2025 Jianhao S

The only regret is that the pillows in the water villa smell a little fishy. But everything else is perfect. The housekeeper's service is very good and thoughtful. It's worth a look. Highly recommended.

Just book it, it’s amazing!!!

Jun 26, 2025 Lucy B Glenelg, Australia

I have wanted to visit Vakkaru for many years. Something about the island just caught my attention. I was fortunate enough to make my dreams a reality the other week and wanted to share my experience so that you can also confidently book your stay at this beautiful hotel. What I loved about Vakkaru: I still want a traditional Maldivian look… Read more

I have wanted to visit Vakkaru for many years. Something about the island just caught my attention. I was fortunate enough to make my dreams a reality the other week and wanted to share my experience so that you can also confidently book your stay at this beautiful hotel. What I loved about Vakkaru: I still want a traditional Maldivian look when I visit the Maldives. I want to see thatched roofs and a barefoot paradise. But I also want luxury and all the tech. Vakkaru excels at this , in my opinion. My overwater villa was beautiful, stylish and immaculate . It was everything you envisage when picturing a luxury holiday in the Maldives and more. I loved the iPad controlling everything in my room. The Bluetooth speaker was a great addition, we also did watch the news so it was good to have a full spectrum of satellite TV. I look at everything in a room, I drive my travelling companions mad…. from the quality of the soft furnishings and hardware, to cleanliness and so much more. This hotel is absolutely first rate and in my opinion, one of the best resorts in the Maldives. If I had to say one thing that could be improved, the only thing I could think of would be adding air conditioning to the ensuite bathrooms. The resort is stunning and so stylish. I love the main pool area and bar and restaurant surrounding it, it’s giving Palm Springs Vibes. We adored the Teppanyaki Restaurant and had the most delicious and hilarious meal served by their chef , Joseph. We will never forget that night. Every meal we enjoyed while at Vakkaru was superb and I can also confirm that they have one of the best breakfast offerings in the Maldives. Very impressive! If you are thinking of booking a stay here, just do it! You will not be disappointed. Read less

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