Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa
SOUTH ARI ATOLL · MALDIVES
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The resort
Located in the South Ari Atoll, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is a 4-star property on a 55-acre island. The resort offers 184 villas, including water villas with direct sea access, and is reached by a 25-minute seaplane transfer. Guests can choose from four restaurants, with the Asian Wok restaurant frequently praised for its food and service from its culinary team. The island is known for its access to marine life, with a house reef famous for whale sharks and manta rays, supporting diving and snorkeling experiences. With a 4.8 rating from over 1,300 reviews, the resort provides a reliable Maldivian stay focused on consistent service, varied dining, and immediate access to a vibrant reef.
Why we love it
Located in the South Ari Atoll, Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is a 4-star property on a 55-acre island. The resort offers 184 villas, including water villas with direct sea access, and is reached by a 25-minute seaplane transfer.
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The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Nestled among the natural island gardens a few steps from the beach, the Tropical Villa spans 55 sqm with a king size bed and tropical décor. It has a private porch, an outdoor sitting area and a partially open-air bathroom with double sinks and a rain shower, plus air conditioning, a ceiling fan and a stocked mini bar.
Set just a few steps from the shore, the Beachfront Villa is made for beach lovers. The 55 sqm villa features a king size bed, tropical décor and a partially open-air bathroom with double sinks and a rain shower. A private porch and outdoor sitting area open onto the sand, with air conditioning, a ceiling fan and a stocked mini bar.
Created for ultimate comfort, the Adjacent Beachfront Villas are two connecting beach villas, ideal for families or groups. Each 55 sqm villa has a king size bed, tropical décor and a partially open-air bathroom with double sinks, plus a private porch and an outdoor sitting area a few steps from the beach.
Located in the adults-only area, the Romantic Beachfront Villa offers lagoon views, a private sundeck and a romantic soaking tub. The 65 sqm villa has a king size bed, wooden floors and a partially open-air bathroom with double sinks and a bathtub, plus a Nespresso machine, an outdoor sitting area and a stocked mini bar.
Made for adventure and romance, the Romantic Ocean Villa is an elegant overwater retreat exclusively for adults. The 85 sqm villa offers a private sundeck with steps leading down into the sea, a king size bed and a bathtub, plus a partially open-air bathroom with double sinks, a Nespresso machine and a stocked mini bar.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
| Villa | View | Pool | Size | Access | Best for | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Room | Garden | — | 55 m² | Island | Couples | On request |
| Beach Villa | Beach | — | 55 m² | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Adjoining Beach Villa | Beach | — | 55 m² | Beachfront | Families | On request |
| Jacuzzi Beach Villa | Lagoon | — | 65 m² | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Water Villa | Lagoon | — | 85 m² | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
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Located at the eastern end of the island beside the Boashi Pool, Boashi Bar serves multiple ice cream flavours, hydrating beverages and delightful smoothies. A charming spot for a cooling treat or a poolside refreshment during the day.
Set over the water, Bonthi Bar invites you to lounge on comfortable outdoor seating and sip a refreshing cocktail while marine life drifts beneath the wooden deck. Open around the clock, it is the island's main bar for drinks with a view.
Located on the eastern end of the island, Asian Wok features Asian cuisine and a dedicated live station for traditional Japanese teppanyaki. The over-water à la carte restaurant serves lunch and dinner with ocean views and has its own bar for pairing drinks with your meal.
Embracing authentic Maldivian architecture, family-friendly Funama is open-aired with sandy floors and is divided into two dining areas, with outdoor seating on a wooden overwater deck. The main all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and themed dinners throughout the day.
Ahima's design reflects a modern take on traditional Maldivian architecture and caters to adults only. The all-you-can-eat buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and themed dinners, offering a quieter, more relaxed dining setting for grown-ups.
Faru, named after the Dhivehi word for the reef, is Vilamendhoo's signature seafood restaurant, serving the freshest catch of the day. Set beach-side as an à la carte dining experience, it now occupies the spot of the former Hot Rock grill and opens for dinner.
Welcoming guests aged 18 and over, Sunset Bar offers access to a freshwater infinity pool and spectacular sunset views. Enjoy sundowners before dinner at the nearby adults-only Ahima buffet restaurant, in a relaxed setting for evening drinks.
Located on the eastern end of the island beside the Asian Wok restaurant, Asian Wok Bar offers a wide range of beverages to pair with dinner or to enjoy while overlooking the ocean. A relaxed over-water spot for a drink before or after your meal.
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Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Sparoom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
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Prices at Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa start from $420 per night. Prices vary depending on season, room type and meal plan.
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is located in South Ari Atoll. Vilamendhoo Island, Maldives
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Room service, Kid-friendly and more.
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa offers 5 accommodation categories, including Garden Room, Beach Villa, Adjoining Beach Villa, Jacuzzi Beach Villa, Water Villa. Of these, 1 sit over the water.
Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa has 8 restaurants and bars, including Boashi Bar, Bonthi Bar, Asian Wok Restaurant & Bar, Funayama Restaurant, Ahima Restaurant, Hot Rock Restaurant and more. Cuisines span Bar, Asian & Teppanyaki, International Buffet, Seafood & Grill.
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