Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Superior Room Ocean View
Superior Room Ocean View
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Junior Beach Suite
Beach Suite with pool
Beach Suite with pool
Beach Suite with pool
Junior Beach Suite
Over Water Suite
Over Water Suite
Over Water Suite
Private Pool for Over Water Suite guests
Beach Bar
Welcome lounge
Koimala Restaurant
Raiyvilla Bar
Raiyvilla Bar
Romantic dining on the beach
Superior Room Ocean View
Superior Room Ocean View
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Junior Beach Suite
Beach Suite with pool
Beach Suite with pool
Beach Suite with pool
Junior Beach Suite
Over Water Suite
Over Water Suite
Over Water Suite
Private Pool for Over Water Suite guests
Beach Bar
Welcome lounge
Koimala Restaurant
Raiyvilla Bar
Raiyvilla Bar
Romantic dining on the beach

The hotel

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.

Board basis options

Full Board option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mineral water and regular coffee/tea will be included during meal times only (upon request).

All-Inclusive packages run from 08:00am–midnight. Any drinks consumed outside of these hours will be charged on consumption.

All-Inclusive package: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Selection of local snacks are serviced between the hours of 10:30am-11:30am, 4:30pm–6:00pm & 10:30pm–11:30pm. Unlimited regular house brands from a selection of spirits and wines (served by the glass only), unlimited cocktails and mocktails from a select menu, selection of draught beer, selection of carbonated soft drinks, canned fruit juice, mineral water plus tea and coffee at all outlets. Access to gym, badminton, tennis, squash courts, table tennis, billiard, snooker, beach volleyball (equipment included).

Virgin All-Inclusive: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. A selection of local and premium branded spirits, wine, beer and cocktails, soft drinks, fresh juices and milkshakes, tea and coffee. Plus one seafood grill steak dinner at the table once per stay, special turndown service with chocolate and mini-bar including soft drinks and beer (replenished once daily). One dolphin watching excursion per stay. Use of fitness centre, badminton, tennis courts, table tennis, billiards and beach volleyball.

Please note: Virgin All-Inclusive packages are no longer available to book. Rest assured, if you’ve already made a booking, your package remains unchanged and will be honoured.

Premium All-Inclusive package: includes all inclusions of the standard package plus a welcome bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, in-room mini-bar stocked with beer, soft drinks and selection of snacks (replenished daily), premium International brand spirits wines and cocktails, unlimited fresh juice and milkshakes, 2 complimentary excursions from selected list - per person per stay (weather permitting), invitation to two special themed party events organised by the resort, one special dinner on the beach with the option of a mixed seafood grill or steak, signature 60 minute Balinese spa treatment at Mandara Spa once every 5-night stay, turndown service every night and outside the hours of 08:00am–12:00am any drinks consumed (regardless of AI package booked) will be charged on consumption.

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.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 28 Feb '26 to receive up to 20% off certain room types between 1 Dec '25 –31 Oct '26. Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have already been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.
  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Jan ’26 to enjoy up to 20% off all room categories for travel between 1 Dec ’25–31 Oct ’26, plus complimentary speedboat transfers, with a return transfer included for stays of 7 nights or more and a complimentary one-way transfer for stays of fewer than 7 nights.Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have already been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.

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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A Maldivian paradise on earth, with excellent cuisine and a wide range of activities.

Jan 18, 2026 Monika I

The location of this resort is a paradise for surfers on one side, while on the other side it offers vacationers relaxation on a beautiful white sandy beach. Our room was mezonet. So it was perfeft and daily clean. We had an all-inclusive package, which was definitely a great choice and well worth the price. If you enjoy peace and quiet while… Read more
The location of this resort is a paradise for surfers on one side, while on the other side it offers vacationers relaxation on a beautiful white sandy beach. Our room was mezonet. So it was perfeft and daily clean. We had an all-inclusive package, which was definitely a great choice and well worth the price. If you enjoy peace and quiet while sleeping, we recommend choosing a beach villa rather than one by the open ocean, as the ocean can be noisy at night due to the waves. It didn’t bother us at all — in fact, we really enjoyed the sound. The food is excellent, and the resort offers a wide selection of restaurants and bars, a large children’s area with playground equipment, two swimming pools, a tennis court, table tennis, a volleyball court, a badminton court, as well as water sports and excursions. From the very beginning, you are welcomed by the amazing and incredibly helpful Ren, who truly turns your stay into a real holiday. At the beach bar, Sungaya takes care of you with a smile and mixes the best drinks! The cuisine is varied and outstanding. The only downside is the lack of sun loungers on the main beach, which may lead to disappointment in the morning unless you wake up early. Otherwise, everything was absolutely perfect! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Thanks Cinnemon staff and management 😃

Jan 18, 2026 FarAway21880027489

We travelled in 2nd week of January 2026. And it was very pleasant and memorable trip for my complete family. Everything starting from transfers, food, location and facilities were well planned and served. Only suggestion would be to make all items in mini bar free if guests have taken all inclusive package.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Luxury resort just like the magazines. Very good service too. Non air-conditioned restaurants main drawback

Jan 17, 2026 neiljsydney Coffs Harbour, Australia

All you would expect from a luxury overwater resort, except food was hard to enjoy as none of the restaurants are air-conditioned, so it is humid and somewhat enclosed, so it makes you want to leave the restaurant area and not eat any of the hot food. Otherwise very happy with the resort. We had two overwater bungalows but Beach bungalows are… Read more
All you would expect from a luxury overwater resort, except food was hard to enjoy as none of the restaurants are air-conditioned, so it is humid and somewhat enclosed, so it makes you want to leave the restaurant area and not eat any of the hot food. Otherwise very happy with the resort. We had two overwater bungalows but Beach bungalows are probably much better value. Read less
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Jan 16, 2026 Victor H

It was my first time here. the service and the place is amazing. Server Srimanti Leem greets us every morning and always ensure we have our meals sorted out.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Maldives is nice but the resort is outdated

Jan 16, 2026 Ana Maria R

Arrived 2 days ago, via TUI, for 10 nights stay. Took the over water banglow, beautiful view, spacious,water very nice colour. However is outdated, no attention to details. The airconditioner is dripping water on the wall and has spider webs and mold inside. The windows are not cleaned properly- so the beautiful water view is ruined, the sink tap… Read more
Arrived 2 days ago, via TUI, for 10 nights stay. Took the over water banglow, beautiful view, spacious,water very nice colour. However is outdated, no attention to details. The airconditioner is dripping water on the wall and has spider webs and mold inside. The windows are not cleaned properly- so the beautiful water view is ruined, the sink tap has calcium deposit on edge - this shows unproper cleaning day by day, the mirror is rusted. The curtains do not close properly- i had to use a hair clip to close it and they are not ironed. The jacuzzy is scratched, i closed the drain and i can not open anymore...the shower doors are wably because the top bar is missing the screws and is attached to the wall in one side only, the seal is yellow and the shower head has not been cleaned not even on the arrival day so avoid room 521..we took all inclusive that here is not all inclusive. There is one restaurant (buffet) for all inclusive if i want to go to the other 2 i have to pay. The food is fresh but limitted and focused a lot on indian food, there is a menu drink that inludes glassed wine, beer- 1 type only and 10 coktails anything else you need to pay. The staff is not as warm and friendly as other cultures, not all of them have ironed uniforms, in the first day i hold a bartender accountable for a mistake and he ignored me afterwords- they have a bar where all inclusive can get snacks in between meals, 4.30 he told me he placed the food order - he never did. 30 min later I went to the bar, asked another lady when is the food coming and he raised his voice " i placed the order". Kim went and checked, the order was never placed, she fixed the issue but we waited for 1 h just because he was pissed. This was at 5 pm- we arrived at 1 pm and had nothing to eat until 5.30. We were told on arrival we will get a bottle of wine and room decorated for the anniversary - no wine arrived... Bottom line is that i would return to Maldives but not at this resort- it needs improvment so you feel you get your money wort. Small details all over the resort like paint work that is messy, windows not cleaned properly, lack of tropical flowers, doors that do not close properly on bathrooms and toilets, daily cleaning without showers being cleaned, the pool area does not smell nice. We been to 4 stars resorts in South America and Europe and got better value for what we paid, better staff attitude or even a smile and good morning without being the first to approach the staff. Read less