Velassaru Maldives

The Island

Undergoing total reconstruction and due to re-open for 2009 under its new name, Velassaru (formerly Laguna Maldives) promises to be a superb resort, under the professional Universal management, with stylish facilities and elegant accommodation on a beautiful island.

This small, well established island is situated at the northern tip of the South Male Atoll about 30 minutes by boat from Male International Airport.

The beach wraps the island in a soft cocoon of sand - a leisurely stroll for the devoted beachcomber and a blissful setting for romantic moments.

The blue and gold of the horizon, the shades of green touching the lagoon, lend spectacular color to this tropical hideaway. A resort of both elegance and relaxed atmosphere - it is large enough to find quiet seclusion and small enough to share with loved ones.

THE PERFECT GETAWAY

Accommodations:-

Velassaru is blessed with a range of luxury accommodation designed to suit the demands of guests of good taste. All the rooms are deluxe category or better with fantastic views of the beach and tropical gardens.

Deluxe Bungalow:-
Located in individual single-storey buildings, close to the water’s edge with sitting area, garden bathroom with bath and indoor shower.

Beach Villa:-
Thatched cottage facing the beach, espresso machine and an open-air bathroom with bath and shower.

Water Suite:-
Overwater on stilts, spacious, facilities as above, plus sitting area, canopy bed, indoor shower, bath overlooking the sea, wine chiller and large balcony.

Water Villa:-
Overwater, with large balcony - some with pool

All Inclusive

Optional Yes

Meals/drinks All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner taken in the main restaurant daily. Tea, coffee and cake in the coffee shop, daily between 1500-1700hrs. Drinks taken from the all inclusive menu: beers, soft drinks, mineral water by the glass, spirits (regular brands only), house wine by the glass, selected cocktails (excluding champagne) taken in the main bar from 0800-0100hrs only (Drinks as described are also available for watersuite guests at the Sunset bar).

Watersports Watersports: snorkel equipment, canoeing, windsurfing (without lessons from 0900-midday and 1400-1700hrs). One night fishing excursion or snorkelling trip per person per stay.

Other NB: excludes porterage. No refunds for excursions or meals not taken.

Activities and Sports

Non-free watersports: Windsurfing (Local charge) and Snorkelling (Local charge)

Tennis courts 1 Local charge. Court surface - Hard

Fitness club. Free. Step Machine, Running Machine , Free weights, Bicycle, Weight Benches

Jacuzzi Yes

Steam room Yes

Volleyball Yes

Table tennis Yes

Other activities For diving - boat trips will be charged extra - USD18 per dive per person/USD30 for 2 trips per person on the same day. NB: Please note windsurf, catamaran an canoe are rental rate per hour (without lesson) and rates can change without prior notice.

Spa

Soothing hands and rejuvenating oils work their magic on a weary body and soul at the spa exclusive to Velassaru guests. Full body Aromatherapy or Ayurveda massages are available as well as beauty treatments and a steam plunge pool. There is a steam room, free for guests having a massage. Skin painting (Mahendi Decoration) is done by an expert using traditional dyes

Scuba Diving

Velassaru Maldives has a fully equipped and professionally run private diving base on the island. Established in 1990 the Dive Center Laguna caters to both the novice and experienced diver. Operated to very high standards by VIT (CMAS), SSI and PADI qualified instructors; we can ensure that guests are given the opportunity to discover for themselves the beauty of the underwater world

Whale sharks, turtles, morays, lobster, octopus and stingrays will be your company as you discover the magnificent underwater world with us.