The Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives takes its name from the Maldivian word for crystal white sand, and it isn’t difficult to see why. Dhonveli is situated on a private island, surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. A secluded tropical paradise, the resort combines authentic Maldivian design and décor with modern comforts, facilities and amenities, to offer guests the ultimate Maldivian holiday experience. Why not treat yourself to a stay in an Over Water Suite — resting over the shallow waters surrounding the island, they offer privacy and seclusion. They have a spacious bedroom and a living area with glass panel to watch the marine life below, whilst outside a private sun deck has steps directly down into the water.
Amenities
Kayaking
Snorkelling
Honeymoon
Bar
Hot tub
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Swimming Pool
Where is it
On its own private island in Kaafu Atoll, in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 25 minutes by speedboat.
Hotel information
148 rooms. All with balcony or terrace, air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron, safe, and spacious indoor/outdoor bathrooms, some with bathtub and/or separate rainfall shower and bath amenities. Superior Ocean View Rooms are located in two-storey buildings facing the ocean, with 1 king-size bed (2 additional beds on request), sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
Room upgrades
Beach Bungalows are located around the bay, offering stunning views of the glistening Indian Ocean, with 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child.
Water Bungalows are located on the southwest side of the island and offer 66 sq m of living space, state-of-the-art entertainment facilities and a spacious private terrace leading out to the lagoon. Each bungalow comes with a Jacuzzi, 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum adults.
Junior Beach Suites are located on the beach with an outdoor verandah and terrace and an open-air shower or bathtub with 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Over Water Suites are situated on the northwest side of the island and have a total of 85 sq m of living space with a glass floor panel, and a private outdoor terrace, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Over Water Suite guests enjoy exclusive access to the resort’s Rehendhi Restaurant and Bar, serving gourmet buffets and wines from the attached wine cellar, plus an exclusive swimming pool to while away the hours.
Beach Suite with Pool are a 2 story unit with a separate living and bedroom space overlooking the beach front and an outdoor shower with 1 king-size bed and single/day bed on upper floor and the option for a rollaway bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Ground Floor Suites have a day bed which can be used as a single bed, sleeping maximum 5 adults and 3 adults and 2 children.
Koimala Main Restaurant (open for buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner; international cuisine), Maakana Restaurant (buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, exclusive for Water Bungalow guests), Tex Mex* (à la carte, Mexican cuisine), Rehendhi Restaurant & Bar (exclusive for guests in Overwater Suites and Beach Suites with Pool). Raalhu Bar (serving a selection of cocktails). Raiyvilla Bar. Beach Bar. Room service*.
Please note: guests staying in Water Bungalows may also dine at Maakana Restaurant and guests staying in Suite categories may dine at the exclusive Rehendhi Restaurant, as well as Koimala or Maakana. Other guests may also dine in Rehendhi with a local surcharge (reservations required, subject to availability).
Wide variety of entertainment and activities including beach parties, cocktail demonstrations, cookery sessions, saxophonist, Balinese dance and live bands.
Freshwater swimming pool with kids pool, plus exclusive infinity pool for Over Water Suite guests. Chavana Spa* with sauna and aromatherapy bath. Mini-gym. Snorkelling*, windsurfing*, kayaking* and catamaran sailing*. Motorised water sports*. PADI certified scuba diving*. Tennis court, beach volleyball, table tennis (floodlighting*), billiards. Excursions available*, including fishing, island visits and dolphin watching.
Complimentary WiFi for Virgin Holidays' guests.
*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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Wonderful Stay At Cinnamon Dhonveli
Oct 15, 2026Mita P
We had a fantastic stay at Cinnamon Dhonveli and couldn’t be happier with the service. The staff were absolutely lovely, friendly, and welcoming throughout our holiday.
On our last day, the chef kindly prepared a special dish just for us, and the chicken tikka masala was delicious! It was such a thoughtful touch and made our stay even more…
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We had a fantastic stay at Cinnamon Dhonveli and couldn’t be happier with the service. The staff were absolutely lovely, friendly, and welcoming throughout our holiday.
On our last day, the chef kindly prepared a special dish just for us, and the chicken tikka masala was delicious! It was such a thoughtful touch and made our stay even more memorable.
The resort itself is beautiful and exceptionally clean. We were also delighted to receive an upgrade from a Superior Room to a Beach Bungalow, which was a wonderful surprise.
We had an amazing time and would highly recommend Cinnamon Dhonveli to anyone looking for a beautiful resort with excellent service, fantastic food, and genuinely friendly staff. We would love to return!
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Super star Very good
Oct 15, 2026Miroslava C
Rafiqul And moklesh Super star.
A wonderful experience
Oct 15, 2026Giovanni L
Wonderful place with carefull staff
Awesome trip!
Oct 15, 2026achuvenkiteshwaran
Our honeymoon at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives was a wonderful and memorable experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us with warmth, politeness, and exceptional hospitality. They ensured we were comfortable throughout our stay and took the time to explain the resort’s amenities and facilities.
We especially appreciated how…
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Our honeymoon at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives was a wonderful and memorable experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff welcomed us with warmth, politeness, and exceptional hospitality. They ensured we were comfortable throughout our stay and took the time to explain the resort’s amenities and facilities.
We especially appreciated how thoughtfully the team accommodated our vegetarian food preferences, making sure Indian dishes were specially prepared for us. Both the beach villa and the water villa were fantastic, offering beautiful and unique experiences that made our honeymoon even more special.
A special thanks to **Chefs Karthik and Anbarasan** for arranging delicious Indian food and taking such good care of our dietary preferences. We would also like to thank the **lady leading the restaurant team** for her support and for ensuring we had a pleasant dining experience. Our heartfelt thanks go to **Mr. Parthipan** for his personal attention and for arranging a lovely beachside dinner for us. It was a thoughtful gesture and a highlight of our stay.
Overall, the beautiful property, excellent hospitality, and personalized attention from the team made our honeymoon truly special. Thank you to the entire team at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives for making our stay so comfortable and memorable. We would happily recommend this resort to anyone looking for a wonderful Maldives getaway! ❤️
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Incredible stay for our wedding anniversary!
Oct 15, 2026Sanjaya KColombo, Sri Lanka
Highly recommend Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives. We came here to celebrate our anniversary and were blown away by the experience.
• Staff: Incredibly friendly and attentive. A huge thank you to the entire team, especially Ruth, Manoj, Khair, Sanjeewa, and Keshala! They made a beautiful, thoughtful special arrangement for our anniversary that we will…
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Highly recommend Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives. We came here to celebrate our anniversary and were blown away by the experience.
• Staff: Incredibly friendly and attentive. A huge thank you to the entire team, especially Ruth, Manoj, Khair, Sanjeewa, and Keshala! They made a beautiful, thoughtful special arrangement for our anniversary that we will never forget.
• Food: Exceptional quality with a massive variety. A huge highlight was receiving specially prepared dishes just for us, showing how much the chefs care.
• Facilities: Pristine, beautiful, and offer everything you need for a perfect tropical vacation.
Thank you for making our celebration so special!
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Wonderful Stay At Cinnamon Dhonveli