VELAA PRIVATE ISLAND

OVERVIEW

Velaa Private Island is a no-expense spared Indian Ocean jewel that’s known, loved and revered for its insatiably high standards, perfectly pitched décor and wonderous gastronomic offerings. The whole experience here is second to none, beginning with the staff who run this private Maldives island with a tangible sense of enjoyment, personality and class.

The overall essence of Velaa Private Island – being an infinitely exclusive, very private and supremely tasteful retreat, continues to shine elsewhere throughout the resort too. Style-wise think of a contemporary-cool, chic yet understated take on traditional Maldivian design. The villas, for example, are all thatch and black marble, sparkling private pools and netted overwater hammocks, low-slung king beds, soft lighting in the evenings and draped four-poster daybeds on the terrace for those lazy afternoons in the sun. Butler service, al fresco baths and bountiful in-villa extras are also part of the package, naturally.

Whilst staying on Velaa Private Island you will then be treated to a remarkable culinary journey in each of 6 distinct venues, from the waterside champagne lounge of CRU  (head here at sunset) to treetop views and Teppanyaki grill cuisine in Tavaru – all are noteworthy in their own right. The Wine Cellar for tastings is another must, with over 500 bins containing rare or limited edition varieties worth, collectively, over £1m.

Recreation on Velaa Private Island comes in the form of tennis courts, a golf academy, private cruises, diving, watersports, a kids’ club, yoga classes, a gym and holistic spa that adds an extra edge of pure relaxation to the agenda.

SUMMARY

Rooms: 47

Location: Noonu Atoll, Maldives

Nearest Airport: Malé International Airport

Board Basis: Bed & Breakfast

6 REASONS TO VISIT VELAA PRIVATE ISLAND

  1. The intimacy and seclusion you can find on Velaa Private Island is immense.
  2. Staff here are a delight, very attentive though not intrusive, able to accommodate just about anything and help make every stay even more special.
  3. Facilities abound on Velaa, from golf and tennis to the spa, a private boat for hire and kids’ club to keep little ones entertained.
  4. Gastronomes will delight at not only the fine dining on offer at Velaa Private Island, but the spectacular settings it can be enjoyed within too.
  5. Velaa Private Island’s villas and residences excel at every single level.
  6. The location. Arrive by private seaplane and prepare for complete a Indian Ocean immersion of crystalline seas, immaculate sands and sunset views.
OUR HIGHLIGHT

Spend a day out on the water courtesy of the resort’s luxe boat, snorkel, perhaps a secluded gourmet picnic, and return for wine tasting in a private cellar with over £1m of rare labels at your disposal, for a real Velaa Island experience.

Where to stay

Lavish luxury is the theme within Velaa Private Island’s villas, beach houses and overwater retreats, with each intended to act as a veritable sanctuary of distinguished Maldivian décor, private pools, gardens, plentiful creature comforts and absolute refinement throughout. These exclusive thatched abodes range from luxe pool villas that are perfect for couples, up to multi-room residences that families visiting the Maldives will just love. Just like everything else on Velaa Private Island, the accommodation options are exceptional.

BEACH POOL VILLA
DELUXE BEACH POOL VILLA
BEACH POOL HOUSE
VELAA PRIVATE RESIDENCE
SUNRISE WATER POOL VILLA
SUNSET DELUXE WATER POOL VILLA
OCEAN POOL HOUSE
ROMANTIC POOL RESIDENCE
OUR HIGHLIGHT

Spend a day out on the water courtesy of the resort’s luxe boat, snorkel, perhaps a secluded gourmet picnic, and return for wine tasting in a private cellar with over £1m of rare labels at your disposal, for a real Velaa Island experience.

What to do

A golf academy, tennis club, kids’ club and plenty of watersports will keep you nice and busy while staying at Velaa Private Island, though the private boat trips, divine spa and idyll of the island itself ensure utter peace and contentment while here.

WATERSPORTS
WELLNESS
SPORTS
KIDS CLUB
CRUISES
LIBRARY DOWNTIME
OUR HIGHLIGHT

Spend a day out on the water courtesy of the resort’s luxe boat, snorkel, perhaps a secluded gourmet picnic, and return for wine tasting in a private cellar with over £1m of rare labels at your disposal, for a real Velaa Island experience.

What and Where to Eat

Fine dining and plenty of it, stunning settings and gleefully original menus are all the order of the day here on Velaa Private Island, thanks to their marvellous list of equally phenomenal restaurants, bars and private dining options.

ATHIRI
AVI
TAVARU
WINE CELLAR
ARAGU
CRU
OUR HIGHLIGHT

Spend a day out on the water courtesy of the resort’s luxe boat, snorkel, perhaps a secluded gourmet picnic, and return for wine tasting in a private cellar with over £1m of rare labels at your disposal, for a real Velaa Island experience.

When to travel

Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Temp(C)

27 28 29 28 28 28 28 28 27 27 27 27

Sun(hrs)

9 10 9 9 8 7 7 7 8 8 6 7

Rain(mm)

75 50 73 132 216 172 147 188 243 222 201 232
Month

Temp(C)

Sun(hrs)

Rain(mm)

Jan

27 9 75

Feb

28 10 50

Mar

29 9 73

Apr

28 9 132

May

28 8 216

Jun

28 7 172

Jul

28 7 147

Aug

28 7 188

Sep

27 8 243

Oct

27 8 222

Nov

27 6 201

Dec

27 7 232