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Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only

5.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront resort with outdoor pool

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar
Deluxe Over Water Villa
Ocean Pool Villa | Bathroom
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments
Deluxe Over Water Pool Villa | View from room
Escape to Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only, where crystal-clear waters meet luxury comforts. Unwind with a private beach cabana, indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment, or enjoy beachfront dining at one of the 4 on-site restaurants. With free full breakfast and fitness classes at the gym, previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
The current price is AU$2,693
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Exterior

On the beach

This resort is located on a private island and has a private beach. Take advantage of the free beach cabanas, beach loungers, and beach umbrellas at the white sand beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a special meal at the restaurant. Several on-site activities to enjoy during your visit include snorkelling and sailing. Popular nearby activities worth checking out include windsurfing and fishing.

Private beach, white sand, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers
Beach views, open daily

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Ocean Pool Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Over Water Pool Villa

Over Water Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
  • 111 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Over Water Pool Villa

Deluxe Over Water Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 130 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Pool Villa

Beach Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 145 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Over Water Villa

Deluxe Over Water Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
  • 92 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Over Water Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Over Water Villa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Dining table
  • 66 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
Anantara Veli, Veligandu

What's nearby

  • Bodu Hurraa Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fushi Cafe - ‬183 min drive
  • Melon Restaurant By Maladiwa
  • ‪Aqua Bar - ‬182 min drive
  • Moonlight
  • Mr. Octopus Cafe

About this property

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only

Luxury resort near Gulhi Beach
Located close to Bodu Hurraa Beach and Dhigufinolhu Beach, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar and a hair salon. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and free beach cabanas. Indulge in Ayurvedic treatments, a hot stone massage and a body wrap at Wellness by Anantara, the on-site spa. At the 4 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and seafood. The gym offers fitness classes and yoga classes; other things to do include scuba diving, windsurfing and parasailing. In addition to a library and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage and a computer station
  • A porter/bellboy, multilingual staff and a front desk safe
  • Beach umbrellas, beach towels and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 67 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and pillow menus.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Frette Italian sheets, free rollaway/extra beds and day beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and deep-soaking baths
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All meals and snacks included
Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Baan Huraa
  • Cumin
  • Dhoni Bar
  • Origami
  • Sea.Fire.Salt.

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via 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
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 386
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 0
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 772
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 0
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Boat transfer per adult: USD 341 (return)

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Anantara Veli
Anantara Veli Resort
Anantara Veli Resort Veligandu
Anantara Veli Veligandu
Veli Anantara
Veli Resort
Anantara Veli Hotel South Male Atoll
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort Veligandu
Anantara Veli Maldives Veligandu
Anantara Veli Maldives
Anantara Veli Resort Spa
Anantara Veli Maldives
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only Resort
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only Veligandu
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only Resort Veligandu

Frequently asked questions

Does Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only?

As of 4 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only on 5 Sept 2025 start from AU$1,613.29, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only located?

Nestled on the beach, this Veligandu resort is just steps away from Dhigufinolhu Beach and Bodu Hurraa Beach. Gulhi Beach and Biyadoo Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Anantara Veli Maldives Resort - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 218 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

TAKURO

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth revisiting

Veli is an amazing resort to visit. I cannot say enough about the staff at Veli. They were all so attentive to our needs and did everything in their capabilities to keep us happy. I really appreciated the management cocktail party because it gave us a chance to meet everyone who makes Veli such a wonderful experience. Loved Rifau, Prem, Ruth, and all the others who made our experience possible.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Florence Gwenaelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay. The resort is adult only and quiet. Food was outstanding and the staff was incredible. Guests have access to Dighu resort which is larger and offers more variety. I would highly recommend the hotel.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chiu Nam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff to arrange all thing to us Wonderful environment
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Keval

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
8/10 Very good hotel, food options good. Service generally very good let down once or twice especially in origami restaurant waited 45 mins for food. Also all inclusive is not really an all inclusive limited on options and certain dinners only 60 dollar credit. Other than that all good. Watch out for sneaky charges aka left sunscreen out no mention of charge till checkout time $19 dollars. Left out seemingly to be used as arrival gift. Placed smartly. Generally overall good stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and efficient staff. They always have a smile and take care of customers very well
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

john vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had our absolute, perfect, dream honeymoon! Every staff member was extremely friendly, helpful, and just a joy to interact with. Our villa host, Ali, went above and beyond to make sure we had the best experience possible, and we did! Couldn't recommend this resort more highly. From the rooms to the beaches, to the views, to the food, to the people, this was the most superlative honeymoon we could have asked for! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michele Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved the islands Anantara Resort had to offer but they are small, so excursions are a must unless you don't mind getting bored and just relaxing. Our assigned host, Ali, was super helpful & fun to talk with! The staff overall are amazing!! I did book the Adults Only resort but was definitely not Adults only LOL It just means your villa and the ones around you are for adults but once you leave that specific island to go to another you're surrounded by children, also your island is open to families for dinner. So if you're looking for something truly Child free or id you're triggered by them do not book here. Otherwise you will still have a blast & yes you will be spending a lot of money as there is tax & services charges.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very nice and not so far from Male Airport. After a long trip we valued this very much. Dining options were ok although some can be improved. However the staff was very kind and friendly, specially at breakfast in the Cumin restaurant. We found the wine pricing expensive, despite that we understand that transporting supplies over there is not an easy task. Feruza our Buttler was very kind and nice to us. Her service was really outstanding. Regarding snorkeling activities, the swimming with sharks was wonderful. The turtle and reef, not so great. Also outstanding the service in the Spa. We had the Moroccan hammam and enjoyed it very much. All together our stay was excellent !!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible Communication

The hotel gave us the wrong room the first 2 nights, not what we were shown/paid for based on hotels.com. When I asked them at check-in, they told me it was the same room and made me feel like I was crazy. When I checked again on hotels.com 2 days later I checked the pictures of the room I was shown, my booking information and told the hotel that they did in fact give us the wrong room, the wrong view but still charged for the superior room. They said they would move us the room I had booked and did so after 2 nights. I have been waiting for a resolution regarding the price difference for over 3 weeks now and nothing has been done. The hotel never responded to any communication from us or hotels.com. Hotels.com has not been much help in resolving the issue either. Additionally the hotel has terrible communication within their spa. We had our treatments changed on us 2 days in a row without any prior notification or approval, but rather during mid-treatment. It caused a lot of frustration and surprise as this was supposed to be our babymoon. Really ineffective communication from the hotel, the spa, and even our villa host regarding what was going on.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hussein

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Balram

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best holiday ever

We had an amazing time at Anantara Veli, the property was spotless and so so charming. the staff were the best, ever so kind and helpful. Chef Subodh took such good care of us and made so many special dishes for us. Absolutely loved all the restaurants and cant wait to go back again. Thanks a million to Anantara team for making our anniversary a one to remember!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo A T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Adorei o lugar, maravilhoso encantador e a recepção foi impecável. Com certeza voltarei
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Souheil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

suksan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pampered to total relaxation

Incredible vibes in a 5 star peaceful hideawsy with supercusine and pampered service.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional service, food, activities, and scenery

The level of service here was exceptional, the scenery above and below water were incredible, and it was like walking around inside a post card. Special shout out to exceptional staff members we encountered during our stay who made it extra special: Sulvaan, Razeen, Shafi, Nang, Philippe, Thilan, Vaan, Dipak, Katya, Mohammed (dive masters)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bárbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfeito😊😊

Perfeito. Não tem nada para reclamar. Impecável, comida com preço justo. Praia linda. Super recomendo. Um paraíso.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A welcoming oasis during a turbulent time! The staff are amazingly helpful and friendly, and the food was Michelin- inspired for every meal. The resort is also ultra-convenient to the airport via a 30 minute speedboat ride...an added bonus!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jemile

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Resort is stunning and amazingly kept. Very quiet and staff are all friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Mais do que incrível

Não sei como começar a falar deste lugar. Tudo é incrível! Eu já fiquei em diversos hotéis 5 estrelas , já fiquei em 6 estrelas. Não tenho como expressar em palavras este lugar juntamente com o hotel. Todos os passos são pensados. Eu nunca tinha visto nada parecido. Meus parabéns 👏👏👏
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020