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Located In: Maldives

Anantara Veli Maldives Resort

Google Logo 4.8 Google reviews (899)
Best Price From £3479pp
Jul 2026
£3599 pp
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Aug 2026
£3519 pp
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Sep 2026
£3479 pp
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Oct 2026
£3489 pp
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Nov 2026
£3829 pp
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Dec 2026
£3849 pp
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Jan 2027
£5369 pp
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Feb 2027
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Mar 2027
£5149 pp
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Apr 2027
£4049 pp
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May 2027
£4029 pp
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Jun 2027
£4039 pp
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Jul 2027
£4059 pp
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Overview
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Overview

Overview

An enchanting paradise sanctuary awaits you at the luxurious, adults-only Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. With soft white sands, azure waters and divine tropical surrounding, this is the perfect location to relax with loved ones, experience a dream...

An enchanting paradise sanctuary awaits you at the luxurious, adults-only Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. With soft white sands, azure waters and divine tropical surrounding, this is the perfect location to relax with loved ones, experience a dream wedding or enjoy a heavenly honeymoon. The luxurious surroundings of the resort’s bungalows - some standing over the calm waters of the lagoon ¬- offer guests a delightful place to unwind during their tropical escape. An array of water sports can be enjoyed in the crystal clear waters nearby, while those looking to relax their body and mind can treat themselves with a visit to the spa. The resort also offers a number of exquisite dining options, with various world cuisines being served up for guests to savour. So, if you’re craving a taste of paradise, the Anantara Veli is an ideal choice for a once-in-a-lifetime exotic escape.

How far is the nearest beach?

Soft white sandy beaches and a stunning sapphire lagoon await you at the Anantara Veli Resort.

Distance from resort centre

A number of restaurants and bars are close at hand at the Anantara Veli Resort, with an excellent selection of excursions also available from the resort. Shops and restaurants can be found on the neighbouring islands of Maafushi and Gulhi, while the capital of the Maldives, Male, is approximately a 35-minute speedboat ride away.

Distance from airport

Malé International Airport is approximately a 35-minute speedboat ride away from the Anantara Veli Resort.

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Accommodation
Over Water Villa
  • Direct lagoon access
  • Sundeck with daybed
  • King-size bed
  • TV
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Nespresso machine
  • Bathroom with a shower
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Wi-Fi
  • Yoga mat

Superior Over Water Villa
  • Direct lagoon access
  • Sundeck with daybed
  • King-size bed
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Yoga mat
  • Nespresso machine
  • Bathroom with a shower
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer

Deluxe Over Water Villa
  • Direct lagoon access
  • Split-level sundeck with loungers and daybed
  • Terrazzo bathtub with ocean views
  • King-size bed
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Minibar
  • Nespresso machine
  • Safe
  • Yoga mat
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobes and slippers

Ocean Pool Villa
  • Private plunge pool with ocean views
  • Villa host service
  • Sundeck with sun lounger
  • King-size bed
  • TV
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Nespresso machine
  • Fully stocked wine fridge
  • Minibar
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe
  • Semi open-air bathroom with outdoor rain shower
  • Freestanding bathtub
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Yoga mat

Beach Pool Villa
  • Beachfront plunge pool
  • Direct beach access
  • Villa host service
  • Sundeck with sun lounger
  • Outdoor shower
  • King-size bed
  • TV
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fully stocked wine fridge
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Nespresso machine
  • Freestanding bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Yoga mat

Facilities

Facilities

  • Infinity-edge swimming pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Sundari Ayurvedic spa
  • Waters sports, including snorkelling
  • Tennis court
  • Volleyball
  • Badminton
  • Chess
  • Boules
  • Meditation and yoga classes
  • Cooking school
  • Boutique
  • Library
  • 7 restaurants
  • 2 Bar
  • Wedding venue
Dining

Dining

Guests can enjoy the finest cuisine from across the globe. Savour quality ingredients, prepared with finesse and served in sublime surroundings.

Cumin

  • South Asian cuisine
  • Beachside dining experience
  • Seating capacity: 70

Origami

  • Japanese cuisine
  • Sushi, sashimi, robatayaki and teppanyaki
  • Seating capacity: 60

Baan Huraa

  • Thai cuisine
  • Overwater dining in a traditional teak house
  • Seating capacity: 60

Dhoni Bar

  • Mediterranean cuisine, Spanish tapas, drinks and light dining
  • Poolside setting
  • Seating capacity: 60 (cocktail-style), 30 (sit-down)

Fushi Café

  • International cuisine
  • Buffet dining with live cooking stations
  • Seating capacity: 154

Sea Fire Salt

  • Grilled steaks and seafood
  • Features Maldivian seafood and premium imported meats
  • Seating capacity: 80

Aqua

  • Italian cuisine and snacks
  • Poolside dining with ocean views
  • Seating capacity: 90

Gulhifushi Picnic and Snorkelling Island – Tiki Bar

  • Drinks and snacks
  • Casual island dining with grilled dishes
  • Seating capacity: 160

Designer Dining by Anantara

  • Customisable private dining experience
  • Available for romantic dinners and beach banquets

*Opening days and times are subject to weather conditions and seasonality.

Half Board

Half Board

The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort Half Board concept includes the following:

Half Board

  • Includes breakfast and dinner
  • Breakfast served at Fushi Café or Cumin
  • Dinner available at Fushi Café, Aqua, Cumin or Dhoni Bar
  • Dine at Sea Fire Salt, Baan Huraa and Origami with a USD 60 allowance per person (excess charged)

Meal Plan Notes

  • Not applicable to in-villa dining, Designer Dining by Anantara or special events
  • Beverages are not included in half board or full board and are charged separately
  • USD 60 allowance at Origami excludes Teppanyaki

Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the half board concept on arrival at the hotel.

All-Inclusive

All-Inclusive

The Anantara Veli Maldives Resort All-Inclusive concept includes the following:

All-Inclusive

  • Includes full board meal plan
  • Includes 12-hour premium beverage package
  • Excludes stays on 24 and 31 December 2025

Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive concept on arrival at the hotel.

Full Board

Full Board

The Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort Full Board meal plan options includes:

Full Board

  • Includes breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Breakfast served at Fushi Café or Cumin
  • Lunch available at Aqua, Sea Fire Salt or Dhoni Bar
  • Dinner available at Fushi Café, Aqua, Cumin or Dhoni Bar
  • Dine at Sea Fire Salt, Baan Huraa and Origami with a USD 60 allowance per person (excess charged)

Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, beverages, and other amenities. Full details of the meal plan will be provided on arrival at the hotel.

Hotel Reviews
Google Logo 4.8 Google reviews (899)
abi
My partner and I had an amazing stay at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort. During our trip, we stayed in both the Deluxe Over Water Villa and the Ocean Pool Villa, and both were incredibly spacious, comfortable, well decorated, and offered stunning views of the crystal-clear waters. One of the things we loved most was that, despite being on an island, we never felt stuck. The complimentary shuttle pontoon boat made it easy to visit the neighbouring Anantara Dhigu resort as well as Picnic Island, giving us plenty of opportunities to explore and enjoy a wider variety of restaurants and facilities. We opted for the full board package, which was excellent value. Every meal included a starter, main course, and dessert, and the quality and variety of food throughout our stay were fantastic. The staff were warm, friendly, and always willing to help. There was also no shortage of activities, both on and off the island, and the resort made going for their excursions and experiences completely hassle-free. Overall, we had a truly memorable holiday and thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our stay. We can't wait to return and create even more wonderful memories here. Highly recommended!
Ana Sofia
We just finished a great trip at Veli Anantara as a first trip to the Maldives. The location is stunning and overwater villas are really worth it for quick access into the ocean and private sunning / tanning spaces. The villa is spacious and well cared for with cleaning and turndown services done very well. Ali is wonderful, and checked in on us often as our host / very easy to reach throughout the stay. The outdoor activities lady is also great, explaining everything clearly and we did a wonderful nurse shark snorkel experience. We opted for the half board - as a Veli guest you can also use the other Anantara hotels facilities and restaurant. The real let down was the F&B with the only exception being the Thai restaurant where we ended up dining twice (and their wonderful staff!). The Origami sushi was mediocre at best, pool bar lobster salad was a very sad mayonnaise laden catastrophe, Sea salt and fire is inconsistent - my dish the tuna grilled was great but my fiancé had the surf and turf hot plate and the portions were very disappointing given the price point. We sent back the ceviche because it truly wasn’t a ceviche at all - had potato, lettuce, no leche de Tigre. Breakfast at Cumin has variety but the coffee isn’t stellar (can be improved easily) and the matcha needs a huge improvement. Gym is great and well equipped and the spa team is fantastic, Aree is wonderful. We hope to visit again but really ask the culinary team take the time to do a deep dive and review as many dishes can be properly elevated to meet the price point. Either way, thank you Anantara team ☀️.
Ahmed Negm
As a Muslim couple seeking privacy and relaxation in a honeymoon, we found this in the ocean pool villa in Anantara Veli. My experience started when I was looking for a nice resort with high privacy options. I emailed David, the resort manager, who promptly helped me choose a suitable option for us. He also went an extra mile by arranging honeymoon room decorations and welcome drinks. We had an amazing honeymoon stay. The villa provided wonderful privacy and tranquility, and our villa host Ibrahim was outstanding—very friendly, responsive, and always ready to help. We had a nice dining experience with variant Asian cuisines. Among all, the Thai restaurant Baanhuraa was exceptional. Very lovely and friendly staff who we enjoyed their company. The second time we went there, we were surprised that they acknowledged what we liked first time and treated us specially. They have exceptional curry dishes that cannot be missed. Truly exceptional hospitality and tailored personal treat we had at Anantara. An unforgettable honeymoon experience
Firas
Overwater villa with private pool was beautiful, well designed and had all the amenities required. The villa host was very responsive and helpful with arranging everything. All of the staff were friendly and hospitable. We had a slight problem with a panel falling down in the room but this was sorted out immediately and we were offered a massage to compensate. Whilst there are a variety of restaurants, some of the food was average which wasn’t expected given the high prices that were being charged. Most of the food was at a high quality, specifically the sea fire salt restaurant where the steaks and seafood were excellent. Snorkelling from the sister island is also very good with a huge variety of different fish, we even saw sharks and an octopus. The dolphin sunset excursion was an incredible once in a lifetime opportunity, saw loads of dolphins and they came right up to the boat. Highly recommend this resort.
Chyuan Shei Phang Rolex
It is my first time visit the Maldives and my choice to Anantara Maldives - Dhigu and Veli is more than what i expected. I stayed at Anantara Veli for 2 nights, at Ocean Pool Villa. My reservation since day 1 was handled by Farhim Gerges. He was awesome since day 1, he was very attentive and detailed towards all my request and important points. He has been professional in replying and trying to accommodate all of my requests. Kudos to him, my experience with Anantara started on very high note. My honest opinion for someone wanna visit Maldives for the first time, you should choose great resorts. I was welcomed by very accommodative airport representative, then I was bring to the Anantara Lounge. Such a nice place to rest after a long flight. You need not to worry anything else, these professionals team at the airport will make you feel safe and worry-less. Room that I was assigned Ocean Pool Villa was super great, with great view and my room was super big. Room is clean, cosy and with a nice pool for myself. My Villa Host Ibu was awesome, accommodative and patient on every requests I asked for. He tried to accommodate my last minute spa request, and helped me with bookings for activities. Suggested me the route that I can walk lesser with less energy between Anantara Dhigu and to my villa. For my F&b, I had my greatest pleasure to try my breakfast and dinner at Veli’s Cumin Restaurant and Dhigu’s Fushi Cafe. Both foods were nice, with great views and surrounding. The F&b teams were very friendly, accommodative, professionals in serving me. Kudos. Cumin’s outlet manager Tareek (unable to remember the spelling) he went extra miles to introduce me with authentic Maldivian menu for my dinner. It was all tasty. Cumin’s breakfast, I was impressed by Leah Hostess and Azzam the server too. Sorry, I think I messed up the spelling of all F&b team. I purposely wanted to try the Anantara Spa at Dhigu and purposely chosen the indigenous Dhigu Healing Massage. It was by Therapist Khun Aree. It was amazing. Thanks Khun Aree for showing me around and explained everything about the spa. Conclusion, you will never regret choosing Anantara in the Maldives. No matter you chosen Anantara Dhigu and Veli, both equally awesome in every sense. I had super great moments in both islands. I am very sure you will have the same as mine too.
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£3479pp
Jul 2026
£3599pp
All Inclusive
Aug 2026
£3519pp
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Sep 2026
£3479pp
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Oct 2026
£3489pp
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Nov 2026
£3829pp
All Inclusive
Dec 2026
£3849pp
All Inclusive
Jan 2027
£5369pp
All Inclusive
Feb 2027
£5369pp
All Inclusive
Mar 2027
£5149pp
All Inclusive
Apr 2027
£4049pp
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May 2027
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Jun 2027
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