Veligandu Maldives Resort Island Resort  

On Veligandu Island in the North Ari Atoll — a single, sandbank-ringed island reachable by a scenic 20-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport. This standalone beach resort sits steps from white sand and a turquoise lagoon and is close to top dive spots like North Channel, Beyru Kandu, Madivaru Finolhu and Miyaru Faru. Perfect for snorkelers, divers and couples seeking a secluded island escape.

About 100 individually furnished villas and rooms, many with private balconies or patios and ocean views. Accommodation ranges from Beach Villas to Ocean Pool Villas and Sunset Ocean Pool Villas, plus Jacuzzi options. Rooms come with flat-screen TVs, iPod docking, mini-bars, rainfall showers, bathrobes and slippers; select rooms include DVD players and private pools.

Full-service spa with massages, body treatments and facials, plus sauna and steam bath. Outdoor pool, private beach and the island’s famed sandbank for snorkeling and relaxation. Onsite dive club, fitness center, gym, table tennis, library, arcade/game room, kids' playrooms, concierge and an excursion desk to book tours. All-inclusive package options are available — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head straight into the lagoon.

Business center, conference hall and event facilities for meetings or private events. Express check-in/check-out and complimentary wired and wireless internet throughout (high-speed).

Multiple on-site restaurants including Dhonveli Restaurant, a coffee shop/café and several bars. Enjoy a poolside bar, two bars/lounges and two beach bars. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30–10:30, and room service is available during limited hours. All-inclusive rates cover many meals and beverages (some outlets or special items may incur extra charges).