Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Sunset bar
Garden Room
Garden Room
Garden Room
Garden Room
Funama
Beach Villa
Jacuzzi Beach Villa
Ahima
Jacuzzi Beach Villa
Jacuzzi Water Villa
Jacuzzi Water Villa
Sunset bar
Garden Room
Garden Room
Garden Room
Garden Room
Funama
Beach Villa
Jacuzzi Beach Villa
Ahima
Jacuzzi Beach Villa
Jacuzzi Water Villa
Jacuzzi Water Villa

The hotel

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Vilamendhoo - 6th time and we will be back

Jul 20, 2025 Holichick Wiltshire

6th visit to Vilamendhoo and it did not disappoint. Staff have moved on since covid but the main management is the same. We were looked after very well. This time we went business class with Emirates, what can l say - it was fabulous, including a chauffeured car- so good we are doing again. We booked a over the sea bungalow and requested a… Read more
6th visit to Vilamendhoo and it did not disappoint. Staff have moved on since covid but the main management is the same. We were looked after very well. This time we went business class with Emirates, what can l say - it was fabulous, including a chauffeured car- so good we are doing again. We booked a over the sea bungalow and requested a certain one - and that is exactly what we got, We were met by management which was nice and was able to go straight to our bungalow. We were AI plus - highly recommended even if you do not drink alcohol We felt the reef was still recovering from bleaching, but there was an abundance of sealife with a lot of teen sharks, turtles, stingrays, parrotfish, unicorn fish, sweet lips, titan triggerfish & loads of others The sea was slightly rougher in May and getting out after snorkelling was a pain in more ways than one. I jarred my foot on my birthday and we had to cancel the Teppanyaki We had room service in the room that night but we had a lovely surprise when Josef the Resort Manager popped by to give me a present and to enquire how my foot was. Now that is Customer Service and very appreciated! We will return hopefully next year as we feel this island is a home from home with great staff and great service The trip back on Emirates was actually better, especially the Dubai / Heathrow leg and our luggage was available before we got to the luggage carousel and then the chauffeured car back home - absolute bliss Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful island, will go back

Jul 19, 2025 Andrea T Wirral

Good service; on AI+ and we were offered drinks in bars and in restaurants which were of a good standard (did not have to ask). Good choice of buffet food and high quality. Rooms good size, all you need, comfortable but not over elaborate furnishings. Nice reef, good visibility. Baby sharks in shallows and some larger ones (5ft?) further out but… Read more
Good service; on AI+ and we were offered drinks in bars and in restaurants which were of a good standard (did not have to ask). Good choice of buffet food and high quality. Rooms good size, all you need, comfortable but not over elaborate furnishings. Nice reef, good visibility. Baby sharks in shallows and some larger ones (5ft?) further out but don't worry they are well fed and nothing to make you worry about, exotic fish. Staff are very courteous. The island is always being tidied. Nice swimming pools. Our second trip and we will go back again. Weather was generally quite good for this time of year, first week perfect weather and only 1 day mostly rain/overcast in second week. The worst part is waiting at the airport to return, you are not allowed entry into the terminal until shortly before check in time. You can go to a lounge to get out of the heat but its very expensive and cramped. New terminal is being built so hopefully that will improve. Obviously impacts all travellers to the Maldives via main airport and not resort issue. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing reservation experience

Jul 19, 2025 Mango2204

Amazing service from the assistant reservations manager, Mr Nedyn Cobol. He has just managed our booking for next year and assisted so well with all our special requirements and many emails including a private speedboat charter as we are doing a twin island holiday. We haven't even arrived yet (we go next year) but already the service has been… Read more
Amazing service from the assistant reservations manager, Mr Nedyn Cobol. He has just managed our booking for next year and assisted so well with all our special requirements and many emails including a private speedboat charter as we are doing a twin island holiday. We haven't even arrived yet (we go next year) but already the service has been excellent! Thank you Nedyn - you are an asset to the company! From Paul & Clare (The Mill, Long Melford) Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Vilamendhoo Island Resort is a definite holiday choice!

Jul 18, 2025 Faye D

Stunning place to stay with extremely comfy water villas, excellent service from all staff and an awesome place to dive! Outstanding place to holiday!
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Jul 13, 2025 CjSear Kent, United Kingdom

Everything is perfect. Superb facilities. Staff are lovely. Everything is made very easy. Airport transfers are convenient.