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NOONU ATOLL · MALDIVES

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Velaa Private Island Maldives

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Noonu Atoll
P.O. Box, Noonu Atoll, Republic of Maldives
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  • Accommodation47 villas & rooms
  • Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
  • Dining5 restaurants & 3 bars
  • House reefExcellent
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The resort

About Velaa Private Island Maldives

Velaa Private Island is a 5-star resort on its own island in Noonu Atoll, reached by an approximately 45-minute seaplane transfer from Malé International Airport. The property holds a 4.8 rating from 227 guest reviews and is known for a highly rated, service-led approach at the upper end of the Maldives market. Accommodation is made up of one-bedroom beach and overwater villas alongside larger two- and four-bedroom residences, many with private pools, teak interiors and thatched roofs. Dining covers five upscale restaurants backed by a dedicated wine cellar, with Aragu the signature fine-dining room. Guests also have access to a spa with a snow room, an outdoor pool, a kids club and a six-hole golf course with a covered driving range. The combination of a full golf facility, a snow-room spa and villa-scale residences on a single private island is distinctive among Maldives resorts and positions Velaa as a well-regarded option for couples, multi-generational groups and travellers after a boutique-capacity island with extensive on-site amenities.

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Why we love it

Why we love this resort

Velaa Private Island is a 5-star resort on its own island in Noonu Atoll, reached by an approximately 45-minute seaplane transfer from Malé International Airport.

  • Only resort in the world with a professional golf course, PGA instruction AND ice hockey rink; Velaa Art Gallery — 10th anniversary art collection; Maldives' largest private wine cellar — Tavaru Tower; CLOUD 9 pod at Velaa Spa; Only resort in Maldives with snow room; Aragu — 3 years running World's Best Fine Dining Hotel; Island buyout available — private world for special occasions; Ayma sports yacht + Sea-Doo 2025 RXP-X; Reefscapers coral restoration programmex
  • House reef: Excellent

Best for

FamiliesHoneymoonersDivers & surfersWellness seekers

The accommodation

Choose your perfect stay

From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.

CouplesPrivacy seekers

Beach Pool Villa

Your perfect hideaway — designed for slow mornings with salt on your skin and golden afternoons side by side. Natural light, endless ocean views and calming colours of sand and sea. Materials chosen to breathe with the island. 8m private pool. 1 Bedroom.

Up to 3 guests287 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessYour perfect hideaway — designed for slow mornings with salt on your skin and golden afternoons side by side. Natural light, endless ocean views and calming colours of sand and sea. Materials chosen to breathe with the island. 8m private pool. 1 Bedroom.
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CouplesPrivacy seekers

Deluxe Beach Pool Villa

Enhanced beachfront sanctuary with a larger 9m private pool. Generous proportions, natural materials and panoramic beach views. Soft natural light and island-inspired design for the ultimate coastal retreat. 1 Bedroom.

Up to 3 guests313 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Sunrise Water Pool Villa

Designed along an extended jetty with uninterrupted ocean views — a secluded overwater hideaway for slow mornings. East-facing sunrise views, 7m private pool, direct lagoon access. Designed with natural materials that breathe with the island. 1 Bedroom.

Up to 3 guests223 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Sunset Deluxe Water Pool Villa

With a private pool, large terrace and luxurious daybed facing the magnificent ocean — ideal for savouring the final moments of the day. West-facing sunset views, 9m private pool, direct lagoon access. Natural materials, floor-to-ceiling glass. 1 Bedroom.

Up to 3 guests245 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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Family favourite
Families

Beach Pool House

Versatile and generously proportioned beachfront pool house — ideal getaway home for a family. Open spaces invite long talks and laughter while quiet corners give everyone freedom to simply be. 10m infinity pool, direct beach access. 2 Bedrooms.

Up to 5 guests581 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access2 King Size
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersFamiliesLuxury seekers

Ocean Pool House

Located on the tip of the water villa jetty — this two-bedroom overwater house offers an expansive living and dining area with full 180-degree ocean views. 11m infinity pool, direct lagoon access. Made for shared days with those closest to you. 2 Bedrooms.

Up to 5 guests493 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwater2 King Size
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The Romantic Residence

Accessible only by boat — this ultra-private one-bedroom villa is suspended above the lagoon and perfect for honeymooners or a romantic getaway. The most secluded accommodation at Velaa. 17m pool. Complete isolation. 1 Bedroom. Among the largest in the Maldives.

Up to 3 guests598 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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FamiliesLuxury seekers

Nika Private Residence

Lovingly reimagined by iconic interior designer Patricia Urquiola — this two-storey residence reaches new heights of luxury in the Maldives. 4 Bedrooms. 17m pool. 1,324 sqm. Named one of Top Wellness Hotel Suites 2025. Among the largest villa residences in the Maldives.

Up to 10 guests1324 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access4 King Size
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Kuredhi Private Residence

Reimagined by Winch Design — a masterpiece of barefoot luxury and contemporary island living. 4 Bedrooms. 17m pool. 1,324 sqm. Expansive indoor-outdoor living spaces. Among the largest villa residences in the Maldives. Recently unveiled reimagined design.

Up to 10 guests1324 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access4 King Size
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Funa Private Residence

Spacious four-bedroom private residence among the largest in the Maldives. Feel every bit as generous as your own home. 4 Bedrooms. 17m pool. 1,324 sqm. Guests often stay "just a few more days." No hurry to go home when you're already there.

Up to 10 guests1324 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access4 King Size
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FamiliesLuxury seekers

Nirolhu Private Residence

Four-bedroom private beachfront residence — generously proportioned and island-inspired. 4 Bedrooms. 17m pool. 1,324 sqm. Among the largest residences in the Maldives.

Up to 10 guests1324 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access4 King Size
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Compare

Compare the villas

A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.

VillaViewPoolSizeAccessBest forRates
Beach Pool VillaBeachfrontPrivate pool287 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Deluxe Beach Pool VillaBeachfrontPrivate pool313 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Sunrise Water Pool VillaLagoon & oceanPrivate pool223 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Sunset Deluxe Water Pool VillaLagoon & oceanPrivate pool245 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Beach Pool HouseBeachfrontPrivate pool581 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Ocean Pool HouseLagoon & oceanPrivate pool493 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
The Romantic ResidenceLagoon & oceanPrivate pool598 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Nika Private ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool1324 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Kuredhi Private ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool1324 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Funa Private ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool1324 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
Nirolhu Private ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool1324 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request

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Aragu

Contemporary / Fine diningFine diningSignature

Aragu is Velaa Private Island's signature fine-dining restaurant, where a contemporary à la carte menu blends Mediterranean, Japanese and Maldivian influences. An elegant destination paired with an exceptional cellar and refined, intuitive service.

Smart Casual
Signature: East-West Fusion Tasting Menu · Chef's Table · Rare Wine Pairings
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Tavaru

Japanese — Teppanyaki + Rare Wine CellarFine DiningTower above the palms — dramatic elevated setting + underground wine cellar

High above the palms, Tavaru offers a dramatic teppanyaki experience. The grill crackles, sparks fly, and the sweeping view puts Velaa in the palm of your hand. Hidden within the Tavaru Tower lies the Maldives' largest private wine cellar — with rare international labels, first discoveries and deep explorations.

Smart Casual
Signature: Teppanyaki Theatrical Performance · Rare Wine Discoveries
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Faiy

Contemporary, Seasonal, Plant-Based InspiredÀ la CarteNestled among lush greenery

Nestled among lush greenery, Faiy focuses on balanced, seasonal dishes as vibrant as the nature around you. Clean food, beautifully simple, made to nourish — in the most delicious way.

Nestled among lush greenery
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Athiri

International, Global — 14 NationsFine DiningWarm easygoing main dining space

Athiri is the centre of daily life at Velaa. Chefs from 14 nations prepare global dishes with a twist, blending the comfort foods you love with local ingredients. All served in a warm, easygoing space ideal for a long lunch or a spontaneous snack between swims.

Casual
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Cru

Champagne Bar — Premium Cuvées, Rare VintagesCafe/BarSea as its backdrop — quiet refinement

With the sea as its backdrop, Cru is a space of quiet refinement. Sommeliers guide you through premium cuvées and rare vintages, always with something new to discover. Unhurried, personal, and perfectly chilled.

Smart Casual
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AVI

Creative Cocktails, Live MusicCafe/BarPoolside — day turns to dusk

AVI is your poolside lounge for creative drinks and live music as the day turns to dusk. The perfect sundowner spot at Velaa.

Smart Casual
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Beach Bar

Cocktails, Bar Snacks, Light BitesCafe/BarRight by the water

The Beach Bar offers crisp drinks and light bites right by the water. Innovative cocktails and bar snacks in the most relaxed barefoot setting.

Beach Casual
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Velaa Spa + Velaa Wellbeing Village

Velaa Spa / Dr Burgener Switzerland / KOTOSHINA Japan

Velaa Spa holds meditation sessions, Hatha yoga classes and features the unique CLOUD 9 pod which sways and cradles guests into a state of deep relaxation. Cool down in the Maldives' only snow room or detox in the heat of the sauna and steam room — all with endless turquoise vistas. Sourced from world's leading wellness experts Dr Burgener Switzerland and KOTOSHINA Japan, the latest anti-aging technologies blend rare ingredients to promote skin vitality. Velaa Wellbeing Village offers a complete wellness destination. Dermadrop skin rejuvenation technology. 24-hr gym with cardio, weights, HIIT, core, TRX, circuit.

Signature treatments
  • CLOUD 9 Pod (swaying cradle)
  • Maldives' only Snow Room
  • HIFU anti-aging
  • Ayurvedic
  • Bamboo Body Scrub
  • Body Wraps
  • Oriental Massage
  • Hatha Yoga

Velaa Dive Centre

by Velaa Private IslandPADI Certifiedfull curriculum

Explore underwater wonders at Velaa Dive Centre featuring the latest technology including the cutting-edge Suex scooter for underwater exploration. Expert dive team for guided experiences across Noonu Atoll's pristine dive sites. Reefscapers coral restoration programme with biorock technology on-site. Maldives' marine biologist Dr Thomas J. Goreau visited to spearhead new coral installation.

Courses
Discover ScubaOpen WaterAdvancedall PADI levels
Marine life
Sea TurtlesManta RaysReef SharksDolphinsReef FishVibrant Corals
House reef: Excellent — turtles nesting on island shores
✓ Equipment rental
Marine

Scuba Diving

Velaa Dive Centre + Suex scooter — Noonu Atoll pristine sites

Sea Turtle Encounters

Sea turtles nest on Velaa's shores — guided encounters

Adventure

Golf (9-Hole — José María Olazábal)

Only resort in Maldives with a professional 9-hole course + PGA instruction

Ice Hockey

Only resort in the world with both professional golf AND ice hockey rink

Ayma Yacht Charter

Velaa's new sports yacht — luxury and high performance day cruising

Fliteboard Ultra / Flite Scooter

Latest watersports innovation — electric surfboard and underwater scooter

Sea-Doo 2025 RXP-X

Latest performance jet ski — 2025 model

Cultural

Reefscapers Coral Restoration

Biorock coral frames + marine biologist guided restoration

Velaa Art Gallery

On-island art gallery — unveiled for 10th anniversary

Island Buyout

Velaa exclusively yours — private world for special occasions

Wellness

Velaa Spa — CLOUD 9 Pod

Swaying cradle for deep relaxation — unique to Velaa

Snow Room

Maldives' only snow room — cool down with endless ocean views

Velaa Wellbeing Village

HIFU, Hatha yoga, meditation, Oriental massage, sauna, steam

Family

Kids Club

Dedicated supervised Kids Club — creative, educational, fun

Sustainability

Ocean impact

27,502.4 kg

ocean plastic intercepted

Verified by Parley Maldives · Updated 2025-01-13

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Good to know

House reef
Excellent
Board
Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
Children
Children welcome. Dedicated Kids Club. Personal butler anticipates children's preferences.
Cancellation
By enquiry. Contact info@velaaisland.com for terms and conditions.
Languages
English, Czech (Czech ownership — Jiri Smejc)
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Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Kitchens in some rooms
Airport shuttle
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Golf course
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Where is Velaa Private Island Maldives located?

Velaa Private Island Maldives is located in Noonu Atoll. P.O. Box 2071, Noonu Atoll, Republic of Maldives

Is Velaa Private Island Maldives located on a private island?

Velaa Private Island Maldives is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.

What amenities does Velaa Private Island Maldives offer?

Velaa Private Island Maldives offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Free parking, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Room service and more.

What types of villas and rooms does Velaa Private Island Maldives offer?

Velaa Private Island Maldives offers 11 accommodation categories, including Beach Pool Villa, Deluxe Beach Pool Villa, Sunrise Water Pool Villa, Sunset Deluxe Water Pool Villa, Beach Pool House, Ocean Pool House and more. Of these, 4 sit over the water and 11 have a private pool.

What are the dining options at Velaa Private Island Maldives?

Velaa Private Island Maldives has 7 restaurants and bars, including Aragu, Tavaru, Faiy, Athiri, Cru, AVI and more. Cuisines span Contemporary / Fine dining, Japanese — Teppanyaki + Rare Wine Cellar, Contemporary, Seasonal, Plant-Based Inspired, International, Global — 14 Nations.

Does Velaa Private Island Maldives have a spa?

Yes — Velaa Private Island Maldives features Velaa Spa + Velaa Wellbeing Village (by Velaa Spa / Dr Burgener Switzerland / KOTOSHINA Japan), with signature treatments such as CLOUD 9 Pod (swaying cradle), Maldives' only Snow Room, HIFU anti-aging.

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