In Our Opinion
“After a day of water fun and marine exploration, sinking into a day bed or bean bag at Fen Bar, Island Chanel signature cocktail in hand is Maldivian perfection.”
Location
Velassaru Maldives is situated just 25 minutes, by speedboat, south-west of the International Airport at Malé
Room Options
Facilities
Leisure
- Main infinity pool
- Fitness centre
- Tennis court
Complimentary Activities
- Guided snorkelling tours twice a week
- Complimentary morning cruise four times a week
- Complimentary sunset yoga class three times a week
Spa
- 10 over water treatment rooms
- Hydropool over lagoon
- Relaxation room
- Steam room
- Retail items
Glide Water Sports & Excursion Centre*
- Free snorkelling equipment
- kayaks
- Jet skis
- Rockets (sub-surface water rocket)
- Parasailing
- Speedboat
- Windsurfing
- Catamaran
Diving at Immersion Dive Centre*
- Beginner courses
- Diving for kids
- Nitrox courses
- Advanced courses
- Private guides
- 60 local dive sites
Water Excursions*
- Big Game Fishing
- Traditional Maldivian Sunset fishing
- Local island excursion
- Snorkelling excursions
- Manta discovery (July – Nov approx.)
- Night snorkelling
- Dolphin Discovery
Marine Centre*
- Marine biology presentations
- House reef exploration with Seabob
- Bio adventures
- Turtle Adoptions programme
Services*
- Wi-Fi
- 24hr guest services
- In-villa dining
- Laundry service*
- Boutique
- Doctor in residence
- Currency exchange
*Additional charges apply
Restaurants and Cafés
Vela
Live cooking stations serve up a variety of Maldivian and International favourites.
Turquoise
Continental and Asian foods served in a garden setting.
Etesian
Latin American flavours inspire the menu.
Sand
Located by the beach dine in a pavilion or at waters’ edge. Pan-Indian specialities and the chef’s signature menu.
Teppanyaki
Located over the lagoon, chefs showcase their skill and creativity in their production of sushi, sashimi and other Japanese dishes.
Fen Bar
Modern beachfront setting combining Asian and European treats. Oversized daybeds and beanbags are the place to relax with a drink of your choice.
Chill Bar
Perched over the ocean, Chill Bar serves light tapas style bites and mixed drinks. It is the place for a cocktail after sunset.
Private Dining
Signature lunches on secluded island, sunset dining on the beach or in-villa any time of day. Velassaru has a private dining menu to suit every occasion and every taste.
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All Inclusive
Velassaru Maldives operates an all-inclusive option, Velassaru Indulgence.
Velassaru Indulgence (for stays a minimum of 3 nights plus)
Food & Drinks
- Breakfast in Vela Restaurant
- Lunch in any operational restaurant (Turquoise, Chill Bar, Fen Bar & Infinity)
- Dinner in any operational restaurant (Turquoise, Etesian, Sand, Teppanyaki & Vela)
- Beverages including water, soft drinks, juices, house-pouring beer and a selection of wine and spirits
Leisure & Services
- Complimentary use of snorkelling equipment
- Daily 2 hours use of ocean kayak
Exclusions
- Starred menu items
- Room service/in-villa dining
- Minibar
- Premium pouring brands
- Private dining experience
- Themed events
Honeymoon
Velassaru welcomes couples on Honeymoon with the following welcome gifts:
- One bottle of Taittinger Champagne (375ml)
- Tapas at Chill Bar - selection of 3 tapas dishes/2 glasses of sparkling wine
- L'Occitane gift pack
- Spa credit
Conditions
- Minimum 4-night stay required
- Wedding must be within 6 months of arrival
- Honeymoon to be advised at time of booking
- Wedding certificate to be presented on arrival
- Inclusions are per couple
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