Resortlife Maldives
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Cheval Blanc Randheli
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Style
    À la Carte
  • Setting
    Overwater, Alfresco
  • Dress
    Smart Casual
  • Reservation
    Required
  • Atoll
    Noonu Atoll

About Deelani

Perched over the water and dressed in turquoise hues, the Deelani celebrates saveurs of the Italian Riviera with flair. Named after a Maldivian breeze, the Deelani is a lively Mediterranean restaurant serving flavours of the sea, inspired by Italian signatures. Perched on stilts and basking in the glow of the blue lagoon, the Deelani is a sprightly escape to lands afar.

Part of the dining roster at Cheval Blanc Randheli, Noonu Atoll, this italian restaurant runs a à la carte format · overwater, alfresco setting. Dress code: smart casual.

From the kitchen

Signature dishes

  • citrus spritz
  • icy mocktail
  • bubbly tipple

Menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — ask Resortlife for the current shortlist.

Opening hours

When the kitchen serves

lunch
12:00–16:00
dinner
19:00–22:30

Hours subject to resort operating calendar — confirm with a Resortlife specialist when booking.

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The resort

The Cheval Blanc Randheli experience

Cheval Blanc Randheli is a 5-star resort in the Noonu Atoll of the Maldives, accessible by a seaplane transfer. The property features 45 private villas, with the smallest measuring nearly 2,600 square feet; accommodations include both beach and overwater designs. Villas are noted for their use of travertine, cinnamon…

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How to reach

Getting there

40 seaplane from MLE

Cheval Blanc Randheli is reached by seaplane (40) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Noonu Atoll.

Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.

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Frequently asked

Questions about Deelani

  • What cuisine does Deelani serve?
    Deelani at Cheval Blanc Randheli serves Italian in a à la carte format, set overwater, alfresco. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.
  • Do I need to reserve a table at Deelani?
    Yes — reservations are required at Deelani, typically booked in-resort the day before. Resortlife can flag preferred slots to the resort before your arrival when you book the stay through us.
  • Is there a dress code at Deelani?
    Deelani operates a smart casual dress code. Most Maldivian resort dining errs on smart-casual after sunset; pack accordingly.
  • What are the must-try dishes at Deelani?
    citrus spritz, icy mocktail, bubbly tipple. Sourcing varies by season — ask the maître d' on arrival for the current pick.
  • Is Deelani included in resort meal plans?
    Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Cheval Blanc Randheli cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Deelani sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
  • Where is Deelani located?
    Deelani is one of the dining venues at Cheval Blanc Randheli, set in Noonu Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
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Reserve at Deelani

Specialty restaurants at Cheval Blanc Randheli are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.

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