Experience the ultimate escape at Anantara Veli Maldives Resort, a luxurious adults and couples-only five-star island beach retreat nestled beside a turquoise lagoon, only a quick 30-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport. Discover 67 over-water, ocean, and beach villas designed for romantic getaways and unforgettable honeymoons.
Experience secluded accommodations, dining under the stars with sand beneath your feet, and luxurious sunset cruises. Enjoy couples’ spa journeys, cinema under the stars on your private island, and personalized dining experiences.
Enhance your experience with access to the facilities at the nearby sister resort, Anantara Dhigu. Wellness is central to the resort’s offerings, with dedicated accommodations, a wellness host, daily yoga and meditation sessions, and wholesome wellness cuisine.
Whether marking a special occasion or seeking a tranquil escape, discover the enchantment of Anantara Veli, where your perfect getaway awaits.
145sqm – Spacious and Luxurious Beach Pool Villas in the Maldives. Indulge in the ultimate beachfront experience with our private pool villas. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises over the ocean, slide open the glass doors to your outdoor oasis, and step directly onto the soft white sands. Spend your sunny days lazing by your private pool, while your Villa Host serves you refreshing drinks for a perfect luxury holiday.
130 sqm – A Pristine Maldives Ocean Pool Villa in Maldives with Breathtaking Views. Drink in blushing sunsets during your honeymoon in the Maldives over the sparkling Indian Ocean. Experience a dream holiday in your own ocean pool villa. Set on a secluded cliff edge, enjoy added privacy, a panorama of ocean blue, and glimpses of the occasional dhoni sailing into the horizon. Spend sunny days swimming in your private pool perched over the roaring ocean in our honeymoon villas in the Maldives. Enjoy long soaks in a standalone tub or a blissful outdoor rain shower. Dine under the stars with a bottle of wine from your cellar and attentive service from your Villa Host.
66 sqm – Maldives over water villas boast cool hardwood floors, colorful indigenous fabrics and a traditional coconut-thatch roof. Wake up to views of the sparkling lagoon before you.
66 sqm – Hide away in your Superior Over Water Villa perched on the outer edge of the lagoon, and revel in time for two. Watch the sun rise from the comfort of your plush bed, slide open the glass doors to take in the ocean breeze, and enjoy a freshly made espresso out on the deck. Descend the steps directly from your villa into the lagoon to explore the warm, teeming waters, then toast to the sunset from your daybed before enjoying a private dinner under the stars. Anantara Veli boasts the finest amenities at our adults-only couples resort.
92 sqm – Revel in spacious, airy overwater villa havens and dazzling lagoon views.
The Deluxe Over Water Villa offers expansive private resort living spaces, with a split-level sundeck out over the lagoon and a dressing area adjacent to the bathroom. Lounge indoors or out on comfortable daybeds. Soak in a comfortable tub for two, watching the sun’s rays dapple over the lagoon. Swim in the warm waters below, spotting the occasional sea turtle with luck. Reserve your villa and experience our exclusive Maldives resort on water.
111 sqm – Over Water Pool Villas offer panoramic views from indoors to out. Enjoy an espresso on your sundeck, or a bottle of wine in your standalone soaking tub overlooking the tranquil lagoon. Spend sunny days on your split-level deck settled into comfortable loungers with soothing music. Enjoy creature comforts and the added luxury of gracious Villa Host service. Bask in the sunshine and enjoy glorious sunsets in total privacy and comfort the stars shining in the night sky above for a perfect Maldives holiday.
130 sqm – Our ultimate lagoon villa invites all-day outdoor living, suspended over the crystal-clear lagoon and its inquisitive inhabitants. Float in the infinity pool, swing in an overwater hammock, sunbathe and dine under the stars. Inside, there is also ample space to relax, including in the oversized tub with floor-to-ceiling views of the horizon.
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Japanese food served in an island setting. Begin your evening with fresh sashimi and sushi creations, highlighting local catches of yellowfin. Enjoy Hokkaido scallops straight from the robata grill, or signature dishes such as thinly sliced seabass garnished with yuzu, truffle oil and salmon roe. For an entertaining evening, choose a teppanyaki menu of Wagyu beef and Alaskan kingcrab which is sliced, diced, sizzled and served before you.
Snacks all day at a poolside bar in the Maldives. Soak up the sun’s blissful rays in a casual poolside setting. Enjoy all-day refreshments of iced coffees, smoothies and mocktails – as well as an array of international options to whet your appetite. As sun sets, enjoy a glass of champagne as you browse an extensive menu of signature cocktails and tantalizing tapas.
Traverse the Indian Ocean in search of new South Asian flavors. Your favorite Indian spices. The novelty of Maldivian tuna curry. The deliciously complex flavors of Sri Lanka. At Cumin, we take your taste buds on a journey across the Indian Ocean, utilizing the bounty of the waters that surround us and fresh herbs and spices from the chef’s garden. Enjoy in a beautiful beach setting kissed by sea breezes.
The many flavors of Thailand explored over water. Walk out over the lagoon and into a traditional teak house on stilts, magically lit with a sunset glow. With dishes designed to be shared as in Thailand, choose from an array of delicacies from across the kingdom – sour spicy salads from the Northeast, hot coconut curries from the South, beloved dishes from the Central Plains accompanied by fragrant jasmine rice. Cool the palate with traditional desserts such as sticky rice and mango or bananas poached in coconut milk.
Vibrant Italian flavors by the pool. Set right by the beach with endless lagoon views, the ambiance at Aqua changes throughout the day, with poolside refreshments and light meals served all afternoon. Don’t forget to stop by our ice cream hut with a variety of flavours and ingenious toppings. For Dinner, enjoy the best flavors of Italian cuisine including freshly made pastas and pizzas.
Lavish buffet breakfast and dinner. Start your day with an indulgent buffet breakfast at Fushi featuring a selection of fresh tropical fruits and juices, homemade breads and pastries, European cold cuts and cheeses, and made-to-order eggs cooked by the chef at the cooking station. By night savour an extensive buffet with live cooking stations and international classics, pizza and pizza counters, fresh vegetarian options, seafood and meat, and mouth-watering desserts. You can also have the option of sitting outdoor under the palm trees and a starlit Maldivian sky.
Dine in style over the turquoise lagoon. Savour fresh catch from the Maldivian waters and quality imported seafood from abroad as well as prime-aged cuts while enjoying breath-taking views of the Indian Ocean. The menu is paired with fine wines and fresh breezes. Vegetarian options are also available.
Experience tee time in paradise at the indoor golf studio. Choose from various game modes and virtually play in world-renowned courses including Pebble Beach Golf Links, Oakmont Country Club, and even the Champions Course at PGA National, which was redesigned by Jack Nicklaus. Enjoy rounds of swings, and savour food and beverage packages to level up your game.
Opens daily from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm
Enjoy a peaceful garden setting as you beautify with a range of hair treatments. Indulge in a manicure or pedicure, also available for gentlemen.
Perfect for enthusiasts with no prior diving experience, the Discover Programme entails a basic introduction to diving, with theory, shallow water training in the lagoon, and a dive of up to 12 m’s depth around our house reef with a fully qualified instructor.
