Anantara Veli Maldives Resort

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is an adults-only sanctuary nestled in the South Malé Atoll, just a 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé International Airport. This luxurious island retreat offers the perfect blend of barefoot elegance and overwater indulgence, making it an ideal escape for couples, honeymooners, and serene solo travellers.

The resort features beautifully designed overwater and ocean-facing villas, many with direct lagoon access and private pools. Surrounded by turquoise waters and swaying palms, guests can indulge in award-winning dining experiences, holistic wellness at the Balance Spa by Anantara, and a variety of water activities including snorkelling, diving, and surfing.

Whether you’re watching the sunset from an infinity pool, dining on a private sandbank, or enjoying yoga by the ocean, Anantara Veli invites you to unwind in a secluded paradise where luxury meets tranquillity.

Location & Access

  • Located on a private island in South Malé Atoll, just 21 km south of Malé and a 30-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.

Accommodation (67 villas — adults-only)

Villa TypeQuantitySize (sqm)Highlights
Overwater Villa948Lagoon-view bedroom, sundeck, direct water access.
Superior Overwater Villa1548More privacy, Indoors/outdoors blend
Deluxe Overwater Villa1454Two-tier deck, freestanding tub
Ocean Pool Villa772Private infinity plunge, ocean views
Overwater Pool Villa1067Pool on water deck, lagoon underneath
Deluxe Overwater Pool Villa668Larger pool, extensive deck area
Beach Pool Villa668Beachfront private pool, sand access
  • All villas include: king-size bed, private pool (select), indoor/outdoor bathrooms, standalone tub, Nespresso machine, Wi‑Fi, villa host.

🥂 Dining & Bars

  • 73 Degrees: Oceanfront Italian à la carte for breakfast & dinner.
  • Baan Huraa: Overwater Thai dining, dinner service.
  • Origami: Japanese teppanyaki & sushi, intimate tasting menus.
  • Dhoni Bar: Poolside bar with snacks, sandwiches, pizzas.
  • Guests also have access to Anantara Dhigu’s restaurants (Sea, Fire, Salt, Terrazzo, Aqua).

Wellness & Spa

  • Balance Wellness Spa: Ayurvedic‑inspired treatments, 5 thatched rooms, sauna, steam, hot/cold plunge.

Recreation & Activities

  • Water sports: Diving (PADI), snorkelling (manta/nurse/whale sharks), surfing (Apr–Oct), kayaking, parasailing, jet-skiing, Seabob.
  • Land/pool: Infinity pool, fitness centre, tennis court, volleyball, table tennis, badminton.
  • Unique experiences: Ocean yoga, spice cooking classes, cinema under the stars, and eco reef conservation programs.
  • Excursions: Sunset cruises, private island picnics, dolphin & manta snorkelling.

Service Highlights

  • Villa Host available 24/7, unlimited access to sister resort Dhigu, wine cellar with ‘Wine Guru’, luxury yacht ‘Nirvana’, photography services, laundry, boutique, in‑resort doctor.

Practical Info

  • Check‑in/out: 14:00 / 12:00 noon
  • Adults‑only: exclusively for guests 18+.
  • Founded: 2008; recent wellness, dining & spa enhancements.

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