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Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat

3.5 star property
Escape to a tranquil oceanfront retreat where you can unwind on the beach or explore the sea by kayak. Rejuvenate with spa treatments then savor local flavors.

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, facials
Villa, Ocean View, Overwater
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Aerial view
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat, a seaside haven, offers an unforgettable getaway with its pristine white sand beach and exciting water activities like scuba diving and snorkeling. Unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or indulge in rejuvenating treatments at Drift Spa. Enjoy boat tours and kayaking or simply relax with in-room WiFi, a restaurant nearby, dry cleaning/laundry services at your disposal.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Villa, Ocean View, Overwater | Terrace/patio

Villa, Ocean View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, Beach View, Beachside

Villa, Beach View, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Alif Dhaal Theluveliga, Theluveligaa, 20183

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk
  • Dhangethi Beach - 1 min walk
  • Bikini Beach - 11 min walk
  • Bunbaru Public Beach - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • Asian Wok
  • Coral Bar
  • Ahima Restaurant
  • Vilamendhoo Cafeteria
  • The Reef

About this property

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat

Hotel by the sea
Consider a stay at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat and take advantage of a terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. With a white sand beach, scuba diving and kayaking, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a facial and a body scrub at Drift Spa, the on-site spa. Enjoy on-site activities, such as snorkelling and boat tours. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a restaurant.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a porter/bellboy and a gift shop
  • Outdoor furniture, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Wedding services, luggage storage and water sports equipment
Room features
All guest rooms at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat boast comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with deep-soaking baths and free toiletries
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/cupboards and a personal chef

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Korean, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane and boat transfer per adult: USD 506.93 (return)
  • Additional fee for children (from 13 years old to 17 years old): USD 506.93 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel South Ari Atoll
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat South Ari Atoll
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Theluveligaa
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel Theluveligaa

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat located?

Nestled on the beach, this Theluveligaa hotel is just steps away from Ari Atoll and Dhangethi Beach. Bikini Beach is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heaven on earth. Staff very friendly, professional and caring. Management and front desk very helpful and informative. Food very good -reasonable choice on the daily basis, even for picky eaters . Pure tranquility and proper retreat, away from hassle of modern life. Rustic style, authentic, elegant and beautiful. Amazing house reefs, even for not great swimmers, breathtaking lagoon .pure retreat .great for anyone who is searching for peace , while surrounded by nature. Most definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024