Sent!
An expert will contact you shortly.
Looking for
private tour?
Leave your phone number, our travel consultant will contact you, clarify your wishes and offer the best travel options for your request.

By clicking the button, you agree to the
conditions for the processing of personal data

Velaa – Born out of passion for the Maldives

Velaa Resort is the founders’ desire to create the perfect island vacation destination.

Alone and in harmony

Velaa Private Island is a place ideal for seclusion, a tropical paradise in harmony with the environment and the peaceful Maldivian way of life. Every detail has been thought of to make you feel right at home, while your personal butler quietly works to make every moment count.

“It has been our joy and privilege to make Velaa our special home for the past few years. We invite you to come and share this dream with us.”

Radka and Jiří Šmejc, Founders

 

Journey to Velaa

Velana International Airport, Male

Velaa Island can be reached by comfortable seaplane in 45 minutes, or by specially equipped Velaa private charter aircraft (9 seats) or by commercial seaplane (15 seats).

Upon arrival, all guests will be met by a welcoming Velaa at the airport and immediately escorted to a private waiting room with refreshments and a place to relax before transferring to the seaplane.

 

Mafaaru International Airport, Nunu Atoll

Private jets can land comfortably at Maafaru International Airport, just a 7-minute seaplane ride or a leisurely 35-minute luxury yacht ride from the hotel.

 

Everything starts with a dream!

For special occasions

For the family

For all occasions

Culinary passion

Day by day, minute by minute, the Vela team develops itself to the highest level to create an experience that will be remembered forever.

Sea trials

Velaa Private Island has the latest high-tech toys and water sports equipment, from flyboards and hoverboards to electric surfboards and the latest tandem jet boat, as well as a full range of exciting tugboats for kids and families.

Conquering new horizons

Go big game fishing or spearfishing around the pristine reef. Take a cruise on an authentic Maldivian Batheli boat or enjoy a sumptuous lunch on a deserted island followed by a sunset dolphin-watching experience.

Do your sport

Sports and wellness facilities include the only indoor tennis court in the Maldives, a squash court, a climbing wall, a state-of-the-art Technogym and even a football pitch. Individual yoga and meditation sessions are held in the highlands yoga pavilion, in the private garden or on the beach.

Golf

Velaa Golf Academy by Olazábal, designed by José María Olazábal, known for his mastery of the short game, is a unique golfing experience. The studio offers one-on-one lessons with PGA professionals using the latest swing analysis technology and is equipped with a Trackman simulator to improve your game.

SPA & Relaxation

A calm sea washes over a quiet corner consisting of private treatment villas and a large spa where time slips away to the gentle rhythm of the waves below. Life regains balance at Velaa Spa.

Complete rejuvenation

A selection of effective treatment combinations has been created to take a new look at medical therapy, creating a harmonious balance between spa treatments, self-care, fitness and nutrition.

Children's club

Velaa is not just a children's club, it is an island of discovery, where days are filled with endless wonders and new pleasures, and where imagination comes to life. An innovative concept of pure fun for children aged 4 to 12 years, Lha Velaa Kids Club boasts the largest children's water park in the Maldives, which was designed and based on the inspiration of the hotel owner's daughter. Velaa offers a range of exciting activities for young guests, from playing Maldivian baseball and Maldivian hopscotch (Koraa) to participating in a talent show or a pirate ship adventure, all in addition to extensive holiday programs for children of all ages.

Romance

No matter what event is being celebrated, it will be memorable just the way you want it to be.

Gallery

Reviews

David

Velaa was built and operated with such high ambitions. The buildings are subtle and gorgeous, the staff couldn’t be more gracious at every turn (and really are there every step of the way), and the food is simply outstanding. We had to remind ourselves that this hotel is not in a big city, but on a tiny island.

Everything was organized by the wonderful Muiz as butler-concierge. He showed us what we could do so gently and carefully and just made everything fall into place. The spa, the restaurants, the snorkeling and diving, the gym, the lunches and dinners at various locations – everything was thought out, calm, quiet, indulgent and individual. The entire staff, from arrival to departure, from morning to night, could not have been nicer and more professional.

Did I mention the food? Cuisine from all over the world is offered at such a really high level of quality, and the selection is simply great for everyone. Hats off to one of the world’s greatest resorts. The other guests just didn’t get in the way, and when we talked to other vacationers from different parts of the world, they all behaved so casually and easily. Proof that in this world you can get what you pay for!

Read completely
February 2022
Giovanni

After spending 12 days at Velaa, we are sure that this is the only hotel we would like to return to in the Maldives. This is perfection! The resort is even more beautiful than the pictures online and the villas, restaurants, facilities and service are all top notch. We were delighted to be looked after by Muise the butler who was a lovely man. Muiz was warm, funny, kind and went out of his way to accommodate us during our stay.

We really cannot praise any part of this resort. Everyone who works at Velaa is extremely friendly, always welcoming, and during the cocktail hour we had the opportunity to meet some of the management who were also extremely friendly.

Thank you all for such a wonderful stay! We look forward to returning in the near future.

Read completely
January 2022
Christy

This is definitely a 5 star experience. The staff were just wonderful, especially our butler. The food is amazing! Our overwater villa with a sunrise view was spectacular and every detail was coordinated to perfection! I can’t say enough good things about this exclusive resort, except…come to Velaa!

Read completely
November 2021
Karen

I didn’t want to go!

We’ve stayed at Velaa Private Island a few times now, usually between October and November, and the weather has always been good, apart from a couple of overcast days over a fortnight. A stunning resort, from the welcome to the incredibly stylish villas.

The food and service are exceptional and the butlers are always trying to do something for us. World-class therapists work in the spa. I’ve been meaning to write this for a long time and apologize to the hotel and SeyExclusive for always booking our trips and making everything so easy. We will be booking again as we missed it so much. Thanks to everyone.

Read completely
June 2021
Sultan

Staying at Velaa private is like owning an island without any pollution in the air, lovely staff, good food, amazing view and on top of that you have a butler who makes our life better.

Read completely
June 2021
Leave a request for booking a room
Leave your phone and get a personal offer:

Choose preferred language
en uaru