• Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Fiyavalhu Resort
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    International and Maldivian
  • Style
    Buffet restaurant
  • Setting
    Main restaurant
  • Reservation
    Walk-in OK
  • Atoll
    South Ari Atoll

About Koveli Restaurant

Koveli sits at the centre of the property, with beach front views and coconut palms around it. The kitchen serves simple, authentic Maldivian cuisine alongside a wide range of international dishes.

Open buffets run for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and an à la carte option is available at all other times of opening. A special kids' menu is offered throughout the day. The name comes from the Koveli, a bird native to the Maldives, the Asian Koel.

In the resort’s words

Positioned at the centre of the property with beach front views and coconut palms, Koveli Restaurant serves simple and authentic cuisine from the Maldives as well as a wide range of International cuisine. A delightful place to start your mornings and dine through the day with different options. Open buffets will be served for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with an a-la-carte option available for all other times of opening. A special Kids Menu will be available throughout the day. Koveli is amongst one of the many birds which is local to the Maldives. The calling of the Asian Koel as the folklore and poetry goes is the beginning of a new day. Hear the calling of the Koveli but rarely will you see this bird as it shies away in the dense vegetation and trees.

Part of the dining roster at Fiyavalhu Resort, South Ari Atoll, this international and maldivian restaurant runs a buffet restaurant format · main restaurant setting.

The venue

Dining at a glance

  • International and Maldivian
  • Buffet restaurant
  • Main restaurant
Opening hours

When the kitchen serves

breakfast
07:30–10:00 (2023/24 package source; reconfirm)
lunch
12:30–14:30 (2023/24 package source; reconfirm)
dinner
19:00–21:30 (2023/24 package source; reconfirm)

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

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The resort

The Fiyavalhu Resort experience

Fiyavalhu Resort Maldives is a 4-star property located on the inhabited island of Mandhoo. The resort comprises 64 villas and offers a choice of meal plans from Bed & Breakfast to All Inclusive. A 40-minute seaplane transfer provides access to this location. The resort features two restaurants, including the on-site…

How to reach

Getting there

40 min seaplane from MLE

Located in South Ari Atoll, Fiyavalhu Resort is reached by a 40-minute seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport, Malé. Transfer arrangements are coordinated with guests' international flight details.

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Frequently asked

Questions about Koveli Restaurant

  • What cuisine does Koveli Restaurant serve?
    Koveli Restaurant at Fiyavalhu Resort serves International and Maldivian in a buffet restaurant format, set main restaurant. Resortlife can share the current menu on request.
  • Do I need to reserve a table at Koveli Restaurant?
    No reservation is needed at Koveli Restaurant. Mention any dietary requirements to your specialist and they will be passed on to the resort.
  • Is Koveli Restaurant included in the meal plan?
    What is included depends on the meal plan you book at Fiyavalhu Resort (Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive). Your quotation sets out which venues and meals it covers.
  • Where is Koveli Restaurant located?
    Koveli Restaurant is at Fiyavalhu Resort on Mandhoo, South Ari Atoll. Ask the resort about the route from your villa.
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Explore Koveli Restaurant

No reservation is needed at Koveli Restaurant. For dietary enquiries, guests may contact the resort.