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Anantara Veli Maldives Resort
An adults-focused island escape in the Maldives, Anantara Veli is defined by romantic overwater villas above a turquoise lagoon.
why stay at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort?
Designed for couples seeking romance and renewal, this adults-only Maldives resort pairs intimate experiences with dedicated wellness villas, daily yoga and holistic dining.
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort
Just 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort is an intimate adults-only escape with 67 over water and beach villas. Highlights include couples’ spa journeys, surfing and a water sports centre, Technogym workouts, and Designer Dining, plus access to facilities at nearby Anantara Dhigu Maldives Resort.
Amenities & Services
Adults-only outdoor swimming pool
Balance Wellness by Anantara
Tennis and beach sport facilities
67 villas, including Over Water, Ocean, and Beach Villas
Fitness centre / gym
Scuba diving
Free Wi-Fi throughout the resort.
6 distinct restaurant venues, 2 bars
Velana International Airport
30 minutes by speedboat
Activities
From manta ray snorkelling and surfing to spa rituals and sunset yoga, Anantara Veli Maldives Resort blends adventure and adults-only relaxation in the Maldives.
Anantara Spa
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, the spa offers a serene wellness sanctuary featuring four treatment suites (including Ayurveda), a hammam, medi spa, aesthetic facials, beauty salon, steam room and sauna, outdoor showers, and a relaxation garden with hot and cold plunge pools. Signature experiences include the 90-minute Shanti Couple ritual, a traditional hammam ceremony with argan balm massage, and the indulgent Cleopatra 24 Carat Gold Facial.
Water Sports
Anantara Veli Maldives offers an exciting range of water sports. Glide across waters by paddleboard, set sail on a catamaran, or learn to surf with expert Tropicsurf instructors. Enjoy waterskiing, wakeboarding, kneeboarding, parasailing and surfboarding.
Marine activities
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, guests can snorkel around the house reef or join excursions with turtles, dolphins, whale sharks, and seasonal manta rays. Scuba options include beginner Discover Scuba sessions, PADI courses, and specialty dives.
Sunset & Marine Excursions
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, guests can enjoy sunset cruises, dolphin-spotting trips, and private island picnics on uninhabited sandbanks for a true castaway experience. The resort also offers coral adoption programs and hands-on reef conservation activities with the resident marine biologist.
Fitness & Wellness Activities
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, guests can enjoy a variety of land and fitness activities, including beach games like volleyball, pétanque, badminton, table tennis, and chess. The resort features an air-conditioned fitness centre, oceanfront yoga and meditation sessions, pavilion-based breathwork.
Golf studio
Golf studio with an indoor simulator, offering a complete mix of relaxation, strength training, and year-round recreation.
HIGHLIGHT
Primary Balance Wellness by Anantara
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, Balance Wellness by Anantara offers a holistic approach to wellbeing, combining full spa treatments with integrated leisure and fitness experiences. Guests can join mind-body classes, guided yoga, meditation and pranayama sessions, and spa-linked activity programs, all designed to support relaxation, balance, and overall wellness as part of immersive retreats.
Rooms & Accommodation
A collection of luxury beachfront and overwater villas, designed for couples and adults seeking privacy and lagoon views.
Over Water Villa
66 SQM
Adults Only
3 Adults
Maldives over-water villas feature hardwood floors, vibrant local fabrics, and traditional thatched roofs, offering stunning lagoon views for a truly romantic island escape.
Superior Over Water Villa
66 SQM
Adults Only
3 Adults
Enjoy sunrise views from your bed, ocean breezes from your deck, direct lagoon access, and sunset toasts from your daybed, followed by a private dinner under the stars.
Deluxe Over Water Villa
92 SQM
Adults Only
3 Adults
Enjoy the Deluxe Over Water Villa at Anantara Veli, featuring spacious living areas, a split-level sundeck, and a private tub with lagoon views.
Ocean Pool Villa
111 SQM
Adults Only
3 Adults
Enjoy panoramic lagoon views, a private pool, sundeck loungers, and a standalone soaking tub.
Deluxe Over Water Pool Villa
130 SQM
Adults Only
3 Adults
Deluxe Over Water Villa with infinity pool and overwater hammock at Anantara Veli.
Restaurants & Bars
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort offers a diverse dining scene with international and Asian flavours, overwater dining, poolside venues and access to restaurants at nearby Anantara Dhigu.
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Useful Information
Find out all you need to know about the Anantara Veli Maldives Resort.
Hotel Policies
What should I know about Anantara Veli Maldives Resort?
Check In
Check-in: from 14:00 (2 PM) local time.
Check Out
Check-out: by 12:00 (noon).
Special check-in instructions
Early check-in and late check-out are offered subject to availability and may incur a fee.
Minimum age for check-in is 18 years
Guests are typically met at arrival and guided through check-in on the island
Payment types at the property
Major credit cards: Including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB and others for room charges and on-site spending.
Cash: Typically US dollars and other major currencies can be used for payments if needed.
Tourism tax
Please note: Maldives Green Tax and government taxes are included in the final holiday price unless stated otherwise.
Age policy
At Anantara Veli Maldives Resort the resort is adults-only, with all guests required to be aged 18 years and above.
Hotel Policies
What to know before arriving
Check In
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Check Out
Check-out before noon – Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The Honeymoon rate is only valid for honeymooners whose travel dates fall up to 1 year after their wedding date. Marriage documentation must be presented at check-in for each room booked on the honeymoon special rate. If adequate marriage documentation is not presented at check-in, the hotel reserves the right to amend the rate.
This property enforces a strict dress code in the restaurant and public areas.
Payment types at the property
American Express, Visa, Mastercard,Diners Club International
Hotel Policies
How accessible is Anantara Veli Maldives Resort?
General Accessibility
Some common areas are wheelchair-accessible, including the registration desk, public washrooms and a lounge.
The property does not have elevators, so multi-level access could be limited.
Rooms & Special Needs
Accessibility in individual villas or bathrooms may require advance arrangements with the resort; guests with mobility needs are advised to contact the property directly before arrival to discuss suitable room options and support.
Hotel Policies
How sustainable is Anantara Veli Maldives Resort?
Environmental Conservation
The resort is committed to protecting the fragile Maldivian ecosystem through long-term marine and land conservation programs. Its Holistic Approach to Reef Protection (HARP) focuses on restoring and preserving coral ecosystems with coral nurseries and transplantation to help reefs thrive.
Waste, Water & Energy Initiatives
Anantara Veli has eliminated single-use plastics across the resort and partners with recycling programmes (e.g., Parley Maldives) to transform collected plastics into useful items. Waste management includes a biogas digester that processes food waste into energy and compost.
Marine & Species Protection
The resort works with conservation partners to monitor and protect sea turtles and other key species in the lagoon ecosystem. Protecting marine biodiversity and responsibly managing the lagoon habitat are core elements of its sustainability focus.
Hotel Policies
What are the room policies at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort?
Group Bookings
Bookings of more than 7 rooms may be subject to different terms, conditions or supplements.
Children & Age Restrictions
Anantara Veli is an adults-only resort, guests must be 18 years or older to check in. Children of any age are not permitted to stay at this property.
FAQ’s
Frequently asked questions about
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort.
The Maldives is a tropical island country with two distinct and well defined seasons. November to April is the best time to travel to the Maldives when the sun shines for hours each day with the rainfall at it’s minimum level. Northeast monsoon presides over a wet season that lasts from May to October which provides a noticeable contrast of the period from the rest of the year.
Like other surf resort in the Maldives, the peak surf season is from April to October when the winds are from the west and swell is from the south east. From November to March, we organise trips to North Male Atoll where waves are stronger, however swell is less consistent.
Anantara Veli Maldives is an adults only resort in the Maldives. Spend a holiday with your loved one in one of the best resorts in Maldives for couples.
Anantara Veli Maldives Resort offer an all-inclusive meal plan which includes daily breakfast, lunch, dinner and a selection from the all-inclusive beverage package on selected outlets.
Anantara Veli guests are welcome to visit, dine and use Anantara Dhigu’s facilities. Naladhu Private Island is exclusive to its residents.
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