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White sandy beach with palm trees and sun loungers under blue sky by the sea.
Luxurious pool with sun loungers and umbrellas overlooking the sea.
Beach loungers on wooden deck overlooking turquoise sea and blue sky
Modern lounge area with cozy seating and ambient lighting.
Sunset over a tropical beach resort with wooden pier and palm trees.
Beach resort with white sandy beaches, palm trees, and bungalows by turquoise sea.
Tropical island with white sand and clear blue water surrounded by coral reefs.
Tropical island with white sandy beach, clear turquoise water, and hotel facilities.
Hammocks hanging between palm trees on the white sandy beach of a tropical resort.
Open hotel area with seating and large windows surrounded by trees at dusk.
Hotel outdoor terrace at dusk with lit tables and sail shade covers.
Modern bedroom with wooden ceiling, large bed, and garden access.
Small bungalow with thatched roof surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.
Luxury villa with illuminated pool and seating area at twilight
Modern hotel room with wooden floor, large bed, and seating area with sofa and chair under a high ceiling.
Bright living room with modern furniture and sea view through large windows.
Malediven ∙ Male ∙ Süd-Male-Atoll

Niva Velassaru Maldives *****
Tour operator category

MLE126
Unser Label "Reisen mit Zukunft" kennzeichnet Hotels, welche sich nach GSTC-Standard für eine nachhaltige Zukunft engagieren.
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Highlights

  • Private island in the South Malé Atoll with white sandy beach and house reef
  • Overwater spa featuring ten treatment rooms
  • PADI-certified diving school with resident marine biologist
  • Villas with private pools and direct lagoon access available
  • Certified with the Reisen mit Zukunft label according to GSTC standards

Location

Velassaru Maldives is idyllically situated on a private coral island in the heart of the South Malé Atoll—nestled in turquoise waters and surrounded by pristine nature. The island itself captivates with fine, white sandy beaches. The compact size of the island makes it easy and comfortable to explore on foot, allowing guests to reach all areas of the resort in just a few minutes. The house reef is located not far from the shore and invites guests to enjoy snorkeling adventures. The resort can be reached from Malé Airport in approximately 25 minutes by speedboat.
Tropical island with white sand and clear blue water surrounded by coral reefs.
Tropical island with white sandy beach, clear turquoise water, and hotel facilities.

Facilities

Hammocks hanging between palm trees on the white sandy beach of a tropical resort.
Modern lounge area with cozy seating and ambient lighting.
Open hotel area with seating and large windows surrounded by trees at dusk.
Hotel outdoor terrace at dusk with lit tables and sail shade covers.
Sunset over a tropical beach resort with wooden pier and palm trees.
Velassaru Maldives offers versatile facilities that harmoniously combine relaxation, comfort, and activity. Guests have access to complimentary Wi-Fi, a photography service, a resident doctor, and currency exchange. Numerous leisure activities such as free guided snorkeling tours of the house reef, morning cruises, beach yoga, and snorkeling equipment are included in the stay. For water sports enthusiasts, there is a PADI-certified dive school, an on-site marine biologist, and a variety of activities above and below the water. An infinity pool overlooking the beach and ocean, a gym, a tennis court, and the stylish Velassaru Lounge round off the offerings. Five restaurants and two bars serve culinary highlights from around the world. The Vela serves international cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere with spacious cooking stations, while the Turquoise combines European and Asian influences in an idyllic beach setting. At Etesian, guests experience elegant, Mediterranean-inspired fine dining in a quiet, intimate setting. The Teppanyaki offers Japanese specialties with a modern twist – freshly prepared by the water, accompanied by spectacular ocean views. Directly on the beach, the Sand Restaurant attracts guests with pan-Indian Ocean cuisine and private pavilions perfect for sunset. For drinks and light snacks, the Chill Bar, located directly by the sea with stunning sunset views, and the Fen Bar, with its modern and stylish decor overlooking the pool, provide the perfect retreats. Here, guests enjoy creative cocktails, international tapas, fresh salads, or refreshing juices – accompanied by lounge music and picturesque views of the lagoon. The resort combines discovery, adventure, and pure relaxation – ideal for guests who want to enjoy the diversity of the Maldives.

Accommodation

Deluxe Villa

The 49 Deluxe Villas (approx. 75 m²) offer understated luxury with direct access to the fine, white sandy beach. The villas feature a king-size bed, a bathroom with double vanity, and a separate shower. The villas are also equipped with air conditioning, a safe, a coffee/tea maker, a TV, and a minibar. (2DV)

Modern bedroom with wooden ceiling, large bed, and garden access.
Small bungalow with thatched roof surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.
Luxury villa with illuminated pool and seating area at twilight

Beach Villa Pool

The 30 Beach Villas with pool (approx. 116 m²) offer modern living directly on the beach, designed with natural materials. Spacious bathrooms and open garden showers ensure an especially airy feeling of space. Each villa features its own plunge pool with otherwise identical amenities to the Deluxe Villas. (VPZ)
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential hazard for young children. Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen has a minimum age requirement of 6 years for children booked in these room types.

Water Bungalow Pool

The 17 Water Bungalows with pool (approx. 80 m²) combine Maldivian overwater charm with modern, natural design elements. Floor-to-ceiling, foldable glass fronts open the view to the lagoon and let the interior and exterior areas merge. On the private sun deck, a private pool invites guests to lean back and relax above the water. (WVP)
(additionally bookable under MLEA14 with 2WB).
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential hazard for young children. Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen has a minimum age requirement of 6 years for children booked in these room types.

Modern hotel room with wooden floor, large bed, and seating area with sofa and chair under a high ceiling.
Bright living room with modern furniture and sea view through large windows.

Water Villa

The 24 Water Villas (approx. 112 m²) are stylish retreats above the water and offer undisturbed views of the lagoon. The spacious, minimalist living area is equipped with high-quality amenities – including a comfortable king-size bed and an attractive home entertainment system. (W2V)
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased potential hazard for young children. Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen has a minimum age requirement of 6 years for children booked in these room types.
Also available with a private pool upon request.

Meals

BB/HB/FB

Breakfast buffet; with booked half board, additionally dinner in buffet form. With booked full board, lunch is also included.

All Inclusive

All inclusive

The Velassaru Indulgence package includes a top-class culinary experience as well as numerous extras. Enjoy a varied lunch at the Turquoise Restaurant, the Fen Bar, or the Chill Bar. For dinner, a selection awaits you in one of the resort's excellent restaurants (reservations may be required).
Between 11:00 AM and 12:00 AM, an extended selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is available at no extra charge in all open bars. This includes soft drinks, fresh juices, water, house beer, and a selection of wines and spirits.
Furthermore, the package includes complimentary use of snorkeling equipment, two hours of ocean kayaking daily, as well as other amenities for a completely carefree stay.

Sports included

Tennis, gym and Pilates room with equipment, yoga, guided snorkeling tours to the house reef, snorkeling equipment, morning boat excursions between 7:30-8:30 AM four times a week.

Sports for a fee

PADI dive school, diving courses, jet ski, water ski, excursions such as dolphin safaris

Children's program

Child/baby cot upon request

Wellness

The overwater spa features ten treatment rooms, including two for couples, and offers relaxing treatments in a dreamlike setting. Various spa packages, massages, and beauty treatments are available.

Hotel services

Wi-Fi is available free of charge throughout the entire resort. 24h guest services, 24h in-room dining, as well as a laundry service. Doctor service, hotel's own photo service

Credit card

Deposit: Upon check-in, a credit card or cash deposit may be required for unforeseen expenses.

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides guidance for making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, as well as cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as established by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Travelife

Hotelhinweis

Hotel-independent transfer information:
Speedboat: Operation expected for arrivals/departures from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM // Domestic flight: Operation expected for arrivals/departures from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM // Seaplane: Operation expected for arrivals/departures from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Waiting times of 3 hours or more for onward transfer are possible.
There may be 1–2 intermediate stops during seaplane transfers.
For arrivals/departures outside these times, an overnight stay in Malé must be booked in advance. The costs for this must be borne by the guest. Exceptions include changes due to flight delays, bad weather, or longer waiting times at immigration (in such cases, our local agency will take care of a potential overnight stay).
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In the Maldives, most rooms are equipped with one or two queen/king-size beds. With an occupancy of 2 adults + 1 or 2 children, there may only be a total of 1 or 2 large beds available. Accordingly, it may occur that with 2 adults + 1 or 2 children in one room, a child must sleep in the parents' bed.
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Seasonal information

additionally bookable under MLEA14

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Country category

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Last updated: 16.09.2026 11:53