Velassaru Maldives

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
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Interior
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Couples treatment room(s), massages

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • All-inclusive
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$611
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept

Explore the area

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Velassaru, South Male Atoll, Velassaru
  • Laguna Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Vadoo Beach
  • Maldives Islamic Centre
  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.)

Room options

Water Bungalow with Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 79 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Water Villa with Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Beach Villa with Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 116 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Water Villa

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 112 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Bungalow

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 69 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Beach Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 96 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Water Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
  • 271 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Pool Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
TV
  • 175 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Villa with Pool

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 109 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 76 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Velassaru

A luxury stay in Velassaru awaits you at Velassaru Maldives. You'll be 0.8 km (0.5 mi) from Villingili Public Beach and 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Embudu Beach. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 5 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .The buffet restaurant, Vela, serves African cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the resort's own beach bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and steam room. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and massage/treatment rooms. .With a stay at this 5-property class Velassaru resort, you'll be 9.2 km (5.7 mi) from Hulhumale Beach and 12.7 km (7.9 mi) from Kurumba Beach.

What's nearby

  • Laguna Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Elephant & Butterfly - ‬841 min drive
  • ‪Hard Rock Cafe - ‬826 min drive
  • La Citronella
  • Miss Olive Oyl Pool Bar
  • ‪Vista Del Mar - ‬62 min drive

About this property

Velassaru Maldives

Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Some rates at Velassaru Maldives are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. At Velassaru Maldives, pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa or have fun in the sun with activities such as snorkelling and scuba diving.

There are 5 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. This luxury resort also offers an outdoor pool, a steam room and a garden.

This 5-star Velassaru resort is smoke free.

  • 129 guestrooms or units
  • 5 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
Velassaru Maldives offers 129 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desk chairs. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. Premium satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include offices and desks, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s).

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Etesian
  • SAND
  • Teppanyaki
  • Turquoise
  • Vela

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Evening entertainment
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorised watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Safe

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
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 will receive an email within 2 weeks before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 25 minutes away via speedboat. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 72 hours before their expected arrival. A daily 24-hour transfer service is provided by the hotel. Guests must pay the speedboat fee at checkout.
Guests will receive an email from the property with reservation deposit payment information within 24 hours after booking. The deposit is payable via secure link, due within 24 hours after booking.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Velassaru Maldives

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 174
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 87 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 316
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 157 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • 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.
  • Deposit is payable by wire transfer and is due within 24 hours of booking the reservation.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Velassaru Maldives
Velassaru Maldives
Velassaru Maldives Hotel
Velassaru Maldives Hotel South Male Atoll
Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach Hotel
Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach Male
Velassaru Maldives Resort
Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach Male
Velassaru Maldives Laguna Beach Hotel
Velassaru Maldives Resort
Velassaru Maldives Velassaru
Velassaru Maldives Resort Velassaru

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Velassaru Maldives?

Velassaru Maldives offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Velassaru Maldives?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Velassaru Maldives on 27 Sept 2025 start from NZ$570.52, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Velassaru Maldives?

Yep, Velassaru Maldives is a short 1-minute walk from Vadoo Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Velassaru Maldives?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Velassaru Maldives.

Does Velassaru Maldives have a pool?

Velassaru Maldives has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Velassaru Maldives?

Velassaru Maldives features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and 5 restaurants. All guestrooms come with memory foam beds, premium bedding and 24-hour room service.

What makes Velassaru Maldives a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Velassaru Maldives.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Velassaru Maldives?

No, Velassaru Maldives does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Velassaru Maldives?

Yep, they've got a beach bar and 5 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Velassaru Maldives?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Velassaru Maldives?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.