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Shangri La's Villingili Resort and Spa

Maldives
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‘Stare into the face of beauty’

Expansive beautiful grounds are the hallmark of the Shangri-La Villingili Resort & Spa – the first luxury resort in the Maldives located south of the equator. Here, a 3km long island that gives home to 17000 coconut trees, banyan trees and natural dense vegetation provides the perfect respite. Overlooking the crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean, it is difficult to imagine a more perfect setting.


‘Whilst this hotel is incredibly private, with its wonderful self-contained villas with private pools it carefully presents ocean experiences, countryside walks and sports. Unlike many paradise islands Villingili will satisfy both the escapist and adventurer in equal measure'

The Serene villas demonstrate Middle Eastern flair featuring sienna brown, vanilla and soothing turquoise as primary colours, and the use of sun bleached wood perfectly reflects the resort’s surroundings.
Each villa features the following standard amenities:

• Two iPods with docking station
• 40’ television
• DVD player
• Espresso machine

 

Pool Villa
Overlooking the beach from their on-shore position, Villas are subtlely refined with modern Asian design and furnishings and discreet flashes of colour.

• 79 sqm internal space
• Private pool
• External terrace
• Open air shower plus oval bathtub

 

Beach Villa
Textured stone walls, rustic design features and contemporary Asian design set over two pavilions with living space and bedroom on separate sides. Located on an isolated beachfront setting and featuring:

• 93 sqm internal space
• Living room
• Infinity pool with sundeck

 

Tree House Villa
Perched on stilts three metres above the ground, these spacious abodes boast panoramic perspectives of the resort’s surf and lagoons.

• 87 sqm
• Private infinity pool
• Large patio and sundeck

 

Water Villa
Connected to the island by a timber walkway with terraces and showers spanning over the clear ocean waters. Furnished with custom made furniture of the highest quality.

• 94 sqm
• Spacious bathroom with oval bathtub
• Day bed overlooking the Indian Ocean


 

Ocean View Villa

With stunning views of the ocean that unfold like a living canvas of sparkling surf, Ocean View Villas are appropriately named. Perched on stilts three meters above the ground, this is luxury accommodation that gives guests a memorable stay in a tropical setting and featuring:

• 218 Sqm Internal Space
• Infinity Pool
• External Sun Deck
• Indoor and Outdoor Showers
• His and Hers Vanity Counters

 


Two Bedroom Beach Villa

Relax in the spaciousness of one of 10 Two Bedroom Villas.  These luxurious and tastefully decorated villas are located adjacent to one another, making them ideal for families or travelling companions wanting both privacy and proximity. Also Featuring:

• 224 Sqm Internal Space
• Infinity Pool
• Large patio sun deck
• Complimentary broadband internet access
• Luxurious Oval bathtub
• Indoor and Outdoor showers
• His and Hers vanity counters


• CHI Spa featuring therapies based on ancient Chinese and Himalayan traditions
• Yoga pavilion
• Snorkelling in the resort’s house reef and snorkelling gardens close to the shoreline are suitable for beginners
• Sea sports and dive centre
• Excursions and activities such as deep sea fishing and kayaking
• Tennis courts
• Four boutiques
• Gym and fitness centre
• Wedding pavilion
• Medical centre

Meal Plan Options
Bed & Breakfast
• Breakfast in Javvu Restaurant
• In-villa breakfast charged as per menu

Half Board
• Dinner in all restaurants from Resort selected menu

Full Board
• Lunch & dinner in all restaurants from Resort selected menu

Please note:
• Compulsory meals plans may be in operation during the festive season
• Child discounts apply
• In-villa dining and themed evenings at extra charge

Dine by Design
Whether your desire is to sit cross-legged on a beach with a gourmet picnic or at a fine table in a secret location eating a bespoke selection of chef’s specials, dining at Shangri-La’s Villingili can be as surprising as you want it to be. The island has a rich, diverse and beautifully natural interior with tranquil, dramatic locations perfect for enjoying a special meal with friends; the sands offer a contrasting ambience with far-reaching views and soft breezes perfect for romantic dinners or fun barbecues. Let the master chefs create a memorable evening for you to savour.

Dr Ali’s Restaurant & Bar
Named after a well-loved, legendary Maldivian doctor, this simple, fresh collection of dining rooms reflects Dr Ali’s creativity using adventurous natural herbs and spices in its cuisine. His knowledge of plants was extensively used both in medical treatments and food preparation and chef’s now replicate his adventurous dishes to bring you aromatic, mouth-watering meals in many oriental and middle-eastern styles. The dining rooms are split into Oriental, Arabian and South China Sea each presenting innovative dishes using the freshest of ingredients and an abundance of flavour. Guests may enjoy drinks in the bar before and after their unique dining experience in the style of their choice.

Javvu Restaurant
A feeling of sophisticated exposure is at the core of your dining at Javvu as you sit under seven-metre high ceilings and inhale the fresh air flowing gently from the adjacent sea. Decor is dark woods, leather and woven white chairs providing a supremely comfortable experience conducive to leisurely dining – this is not a place you will want to rush! As an all-day venue guests will find gourmet breakfasts and a quality cafe by day whilst by night a refined western selection will tempt every taste.

Fashala Lounge
Overlooking the magnificent Indian Ocean, capturing sublime sunrises over breakfast and sunsets over cocktails, Fashala Lounge needs little to enhance its natural beauty. Situated at the northern tip of the island it uses naturally sculptured and sun-bleached woods with contemporary understated furniture to complete its simple perfection. Dining features the freshest ingredients and specialties include locally caught fish seasoned and cooked to your liking. Guests may enjoy sounds of the ocean as well as smooth Jazz and down tempo beats as they choose from an international selection of vintage wines and sophisticated tipples.

Manzaru Bar
Meaning ‘view’ Manzaru is aptly named as it overlooks the lagoon, beach and jetty the picture framed by swaying palm trees; a place to watch the world drift slowly by whilst sipping and snacking and making new friends.

Endheri Pool Bar
Comfortable and informal bar at the heart of the resort ideal for serious chilling! There is always a sound of some sort here whether it is live acoustics or up-tempo evening beats or dance and DJ; call in at any time of day or evening for refreshments and socialising.


 

 

• 70 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport
• 8 minute boat ride from Gan airport on Addu atoll
• 6km of coastline and 2km of white sandy beach
• Five nearby islands located on a 17 kilometre road
• The clear waters of Villingili are home to green turtles, eagle ray, lobsters, reef sharks and many species of tropical reef fish, not to mention some truly wondrous corals
• Very close to around 25 dive sites teeming with marine life
• Many nature trails to be explored
• 30 minute boat ride to the 140 metre ‘British Loyalty’ shipwreck

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa, welcomes families with children year around. Pool Villas, Beach Villas and 2-Bed Beach Villas are suitable for families staying with children

Accommodation
Two children under 12 years may stay on complimentary Bed and Breakfast basis with two extra beds when sharing the same villa with the parents

Dining
• Children’s menus in all restaurants
• Fresh baby food (upon request) in all restaurants
• Two children under  6 years may dine on complimentary basis for all meals in the main restaurant when dining with a paying parent.

Beach
• 2 kilometre long white sandy beach perfect for children

Sea
• Shallow area of the lagoon is suitable for children under parent’s supervision

Swimming pool
• Shallow areas of the main pool as well as the guest villa pools would be suitable for children under an adult supervision

Lifeguard
• Available from 08.00 to 18.00 around the main pool and the Beach area

Medical
• Resident Doctor & medical clinic available 24 hours

Amenities
• Baby high chairs
• Baby cribs
• Bottle sterilisers
• Nappies
• Baby wipes
• Baby lotion
• Baby powder
• Baby shampoo (Johnson’s brand)

 

Family entertainment / activities
Daytime
• Guided Snorkelling trips
• Discover Addu tour
• Nature Walk
Evening
• Dolphin watching

Children’s Club
Ages
• 4 to 11 years
Opening times
• 09.00 to 19.00
Cost
• Complimentary


Cool Zone Club Activities indoor
 
• Imaginative arts and crafts 

Cool zone Club Activities outdoor

Nature discovery
• Nature walk
• Natures garden
• Crab hunting and racing
• Sand exploration
• Nature painting

Jungle Enchantment
• Jungle Jog
• Scavenger hunt
• Finger painting
• Jungle masks
• Origami with coconut leaves
• Starfish crafts

Fitness Fun
• Fitness stretch
• My sea turtle
• Games
• Badminton clinic
• Sailboat crafts


Island Vitality
• Island Trek
• Sand activities
• Island tag
• Island tennis
• Bodu Beru Drums
• Adventurers Yoga

Beach Wonders
• Beach run & discovery
• Shells collection, designing & necklace-making
• Limbo Rock
• Sandcastles

Maldivian Ways
• Outdoor meditation
• Maldives discovery and arts
• Henna tattoo
• Coconut boats & regatta
• Magic tricks

Pirates of Villingili
• Selection of pirate themed games and activities

Teen Activities (local charges may apply)
• Suitable entertainment centre with board games, video games, pool, billiards
• Banana Boat rides
• Swimming lessons
• Teen Tennis

Babysitting
Booking
• Advanced booking required
Ages catered
• 00 – 11 Years
• Two children - 1 babysitter
• More than two children - 2 babysitters
Charges
• From £13 per hour to £21.50 per hour after midnight (prices are approximate and for guidance only)

 

 

Shangril La’s Villingili Maldives makes an ideal choice for a romantic occasion; the resort offers the following to help you celebrate


Honeymoon (minimum 5-night stay)
• A romantic bed decoration on arrival
• One romantic set dinner in Javvu restaurant for two persons
• In-Villa Romantic “Relax” bath ritual on the last day of stay

Please note:
• Must be requested at time of booking
• Honeymooners’ benefits are valid up to 6 months after wedding
• Copy of wedding certificate may be required at check in
• Romantic Set dinner in Javvu is non refundable, non exchangeable or non transferable

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