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Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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Hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, body scrubs, facials
Exterior
Villa, Ocean View, Overwater
Aerial view
Aerial view

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Alif Dhaal Theluveliga, Theluveligaa, 20183
  • Ari Atoll
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Dhangethi Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bikini Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬

Room options

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Villa, Ocean View, Overwater | Terrace/patio

Villa, Ocean View, Overwater

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, Beach View, Beachside

Villa, Beach View, Beachside

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Theluveligaa

At Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat you'll be within steps of Ari Atoll and Dhangethi Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and a bar/lounge. .A day of pampering at Drift Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body scrubs. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Theluveligaa hotel include Harbor Green Zone and Bunbaru Public Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dhangethi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bikini Beach - 11 min walk - 0.9 km

Restaurants

  • Asian Wok
  • Coral Bar
  • Ahima Restaurant
  • Vilamendhoo Cafeteria
  • The Reef

About this property

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat

Beachfront, with full-service spa
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat offers its guests a full-service spa. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Theluveligaa hotel.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2015
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat offers 30 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps).

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a safe and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Drift Spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body scrubs. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Korean, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 30 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Water sports equipment

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Chef service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane and boat transfer per adult: USD 506.93 (return)
  • Additional fee for children (from 13 years old to 17 years old): USD 506.93 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 30 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel South Ari Atoll
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat South Ari Atoll
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Theluveligaa
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Hotel Theluveligaa

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Yep, Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat is a short 11-minute walk from Bikini Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find water sports equipment and boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Yep, Drift Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

What makes Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

No, Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heaven on earth. Staff very friendly, professional and caring. Management and front desk very helpful and informative. Food very good -reasonable choice on the daily basis, even for picky eaters . Pure tranquility and proper retreat, away from hassle of modern life. Rustic style, authentic, elegant and beautiful. Amazing house reefs, even for not great swimmers, breathtaking lagoon .pure retreat .great for anyone who is searching for peace , while surrounded by nature. Most definitely highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024