Anantara Veli Maldives Resort & flights
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is ideally situated on a natural island in South Malé Atoll, offering an intimate adults-only escape with access to neighbouring Anantara Dhigu via complimentary shuttle boat. The resort’s multi-island layout doubles your dining and entertainment options, while Gulhifushi picnic island provides a secluded snorkelling haven just minutes away.
The hotel is just a 30-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport (MLE), making it a convenient choice for international travellers. Return speedboat transfers are included in your package, see Fine Print for details.
Your Air Travel – Take Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives
Spend less time travelling and more time in paradise aboard our Luxury Escapes private charter flight, flying you directly to Malé in under 11 hours. Australia’s only direct flight to the Maldives means no international stopovers and no waiting in airports – just more time to maximise your holiday. Switch into holiday mode as we take care of everything on a full-service Airbus A330-200, reserved exclusively for Luxury Escapes guests.
The Resort – Adults-only romance in the South Malé Atoll
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is just a short 30-minute speedboat ride from Malé, making this adults-only escape more accessible than ever before. This blissful hideaway is set on a natural island in South Malé Atoll, where newly renovated overwater villas stretch across turquoise lagoons and the only dress code is barefoot elegance.
This is much more than your average resort – as part of a multi-island layout, you can easily hop between Anantara Veli Maldives Resort and neighbouring Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort via a complimentary two-minute shuttle boat, doubling your dining and entertainment options. Escape to Gulhifushi, the resort’s private picnic island, for secluded snorkelling and holding hands with that special someone as you walk across powder-soft sands – you’ve officially arrived in paradise.
You won’t be short of options when it comes to candlelit dining, with eight distinctive venues offering everything from Maldivian and Sri Lankan plates at Cumin to overwater Italian at Aqua, authentic Thai at Baan Huraa and Japanese teppanyaki at Origami.
Whether you’re looking to relax in an overwater villa or try your hand at something more adventurous, all the options are at your fingertips. There’s Balance Wellness by Anantara for signature treatments, water sports like glass kayaking and dive centre expeditions – not to mention the wellness-focused atmosphere that makes this intimate sanctuary truly special.
Your Handpicked Inclusions – All-inclusive dining, massages, return transfers and more
Arrive at the resort seamlessly with return speedboat transfers from Velana International Airport (MLE) included with your stay. Flexible early check-in and late checkout around your scheduled charter flight mean you can start enjoying inclusions the moment you arrive (subject to availability). Toast to your arrival with a bottle of sparkling wine included in-villa on arrival.
Delight your senses with an exceptional array of restaurants and bars, with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner for two all included.
- Cumin (breakfast and dinner): Begin your day with the vibrant spices of the Indian Ocean. Think fragrant curries, Maldivian specialties and Sri Lankan delicacies, all served in a breezy beachfront setting. With its poolside charm and oceanfront views, Cumin is the ultimate spot to fuel up for island adventures.
- Fushi Cafe (breakfast and dinner): Wake up to an international spread packed with flavour. From live cooking stations to freshly baked pastries and tropical fruits, breakfast here sets the tone for the day. By night, enjoy global buffet themes that take you around the world.
- Dhoni Bar (lunch and dinner): Sink into the laidback poolside ambience with Mediterranean bites and Spanish tapas. If you’re after a midday refresh with iced coffee and light plates or evening cocktails paired with tantalising small bites, Dhoni Bar is your go-to for casual dining.
- Aqua (lunch and dinner): Pizza, pasta and Italian classics meet endless ocean views. Settle in poolside for authentic flavours done right, whether you’re craving a midday margherita or evening Italian fare with a side of sunset.
- Sea.Fire.Salt (lunch): An overwater grill showcasing the best of land and sea. From reef fish and tuna hauled fresh from Maldivian waters to prime Australian beef, every dish celebrates quality ingredients cooked to perfection.
Take your dining up a notch with a US$60 allowance per person for dinner at Sea.Fire.Salt and two other elevated venues:
- Baan Huraa: Be transported to a traditional Thai teak house. Here, sharing-style dishes spotlight Northeast salads, Southern curries and Central Plains classics with jasmine rice.
- Origami: Experience modern Japanese flair with hand-rolled sushi, sashimi and robatayaki grilled on charcoal. The show-stopping teppanyaki tables add theatre to every meal.
Escape to your own slice of paradise on the private Gulhifushi Picnic Island. The Tiki Bar pours refreshing drinks while the Food Truck dishes up burgers, salads and the daily catch. Lounge on the sand, swim in the natural pool, or simply soak up the secluded vibes.
Between meals, paddle the crystal-clear lagoon in complimentary glass kayaks for up to two hours daily, unwind with your included 60-minute Anantara Couples Healing Massage (or equivalent) at Balance Wellness by Anantara, and toast each sunset with nightly sundowner cocktails at Aqua or Dhoni Bar.
Free-Flow Upgrade: Elevate your escape with 12 hours of daily free-flow drinks from 11am to 11pm. Enjoy unlimited cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, sparkling wine and soft drinks across all onsite bars and restaurants, plus a complimentary in-villa minibar with soft drinks, replenished daily.
World Travel Awards 2025 Indian Ocean’s Leading Leisure Hotel 2025
- Origami
- Cumin
- Dhoni Bar
- Baan Huraa
- Fushi Cafe
- Sea.Fire.Salt
- Aqua
- The Yellow Fin Club
- Wine cellar
- Gulhifushi Picnic Island (food truck and tiki bar)
- Spice Spoons (cooking classes)
- Balance Wellness by Anantara
- Fitness centre
- Water sports centre
- Dive centre
- Swimming pool
- Library
- Boutique
- In-villa dining
- Wi-Fi
- Standard check-in: 2pm / Standard checkout: 12pm
Surcharges may apply to select facilities and services
Valid for travel from 17 May 2026 until 31 October 2026.
Luxury Escapes Private Charter is operated by Maldivian and is subject to government and regulatory approvals.
Green Tax: Please note a US$12 green tax per person, per night applies, payable directly to the hotel.
Child Policy: Guests under 18 are not permitted and cannot be accommodated.
Blackout Dates & Surcharges: A non-refundable surcharge per room, per night may apply, payable at the time of booking. Dates and prices are identified in the Booking Calendar. Blackout dates may apply.
7-Day Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee: Things don’t always work out. Our 7-day Change of Mind Guarantee is there to help. Bookings (except for cruise bookings, flights and deposit fee, if applicable, which are subject to the cancellation terms of the relevant supplier) may be cancelled with a full refund provided that cancellation occurs strictly within 7 days from the date of purchase and provided that the cancellation is made no less than 14 days prior to the check-in date. Excludes flight and service fee, if applicable.
- Cancellations outside of the 7-Day Change of Mind period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.
Flexible Cancellation: You can cancel your booking until 21 days prior to the original check-in date, however the following fees will apply: $995 per adult (12+) for economy class bookings, $795 per child (2–11) for economy class bookings; $2,995 for adults and children (2+) for business class bookings. The remaining balance, after deduction of the applicable cancellation fees will be refunded to your original payment or credit.
Cancellation can be done via self-service in your ‘My Escapes’ account. If refunded as credit, your credit will be valid for 12 months from the date of cancellation. Credits are not transferable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Excludes service fee, if applicable.
Please note this does not apply to flights (outside of your Melbourne to Malé return flight) booked with us. Flight fulfilment is provided by the airline(s) selected at the time of finalising the booking. For your air travel, you are bound by the terms and conditions and fare rules of the selected airline(s).
Date Changes: If you need to amend your booking, you can self-service ONE date change in your ‘My Escapes’ account up until 21 days before your original check-in date. If you can’t find a suitable date, or still need further assistance, please contact our 24/7 customer service team. Subject to availability and surcharges. Date change fees apply, refer to fare rules for details.
Your bundled package includes international flights and is subject to the airline’s fare rules and conditions. For details on cancellations, date or name changes, baggage allowances and other airline-specific terms, please see the full fare rules here.
Please Note:
- Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice.
- Early check-in and late checkout are subject to availability. If there is no availability for a villa to be checked in immediately upon arrival or checked out late, guests will still be able to use all their package inclusions from arrival until departure from resort premises
- Daily breakfast is available at Cumin from 7am to 11am or Fushi Cafe from 7am to 10.30am.
- Daily lunch is available at Dhoni Bar from 12pm to 4pm, Aqua from 12pm to 4pm or Sea.Fire.Salt from 6.30pm to 10pm (subject to changing operating hours).
- Guests can choose to dine at the following venues for nightly dinner:
- Cumin from 6.30pm to 10pm
- Fushi Cafe from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- Aqua from 7pm to 10pm
- Dhoni Bar from 6.30pm to 10pm
- Specialty dining dinner: Sea.Fire.Salt from 6.30pm to 10pm, Baan Huraa from 6.30pm to 10pm or Origami from 6.30pm to 10pm with a US$60 allowance per person (guests will be charged if their food bill is above this allowance). Advance reservation is required for Baan Huraa and Origami.
- All-inclusive dining is based on a three-course menu or buffet per person composed of starter, main and dessert.
- Drinks except still water are not included and charged as per consumption.
- Nightly sundowner cocktail per person is served at Aqua Bar or Dhoni Bar from the standard cocktail menu.
- Complimentary 60-minute Anantara Couples Healing Massage (or equivalent) for two must be booked in advance.
- Complimentary use of kayaks is available for up to two hours per person, per day. Glass kayaks are subject to availability.
- Complimentary access to Gulhifushi Picnic Island is available daily. Guests can also use facilities at neighbouring Anantara Dhigu, accessed by a complimentary two-minute shuttle boat, free of charge at resort schedule.
- Welcome bottle of sparkling wine will be served in-room on arrival.
- Return speedboat transfers are included in your package. Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is approximately 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport (MLE). To arrange the transfer, please email your flight details and booking confirmation number to the resort at least one week before arrival.
- Free-Flow Package (select packages only) includes 12 hours of daily free-flow drinks from 11am to 11pm at all restaurants and bars. Unlimited drinks (from select menu) include house spirits and liqueurs, signature cocktails and mocktails, beers, wines (white, red, rosé and sparkling), soft drinks, fresh juices, milkshakes, smoothies, tea and coffee. Drinks are served by the glass only. Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request. This package is not applicable during special events such as gourmet dinners, wine dinners or weddings. Only available for full stays and any consumption made outside the defined timing will be charged separately.
- Complimentary in-villa minibar (select packages only) includes soft drinks, refreshed once per day. Additional daily refills are charged.
We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to the website’s terms and conditions.
Fine Print and package inclusions are accurate at the time of purchase and not subject to change, unless updates or corrections are specifically noted in the latest Fine Print with a timestamp. Please check the Fine Print prior to departure for any updates.
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