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Vakarufalhi Maldives

4.5 star property
Resort with private beach and full-service spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Exterior detail
Dock
Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Couples treatment room(s), steam room, body treatments
Water Villa

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Bar
    Bar
  • On private beach
    On private beach
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
South Ari Atoll, Vakaru
  • Ari Atoll
    1 min walk
  • Vakarufalhi Island Beach
    1 min walk
  • Dhigurah Beach
    8 min walk
  • Maamigili Island (VAM)

Room options

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Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Beach Villa

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 62 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Sunset Beach Villa

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Water Villa

Water Villa

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Day bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 114 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach

LUX* South Ari Atoll

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The price is AU$2,364
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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About the area

Vakaru

A luxury stay in Vakaru awaits you at Vakarufalhi Maldives. Within steps you'll find Ari Atoll and Vakarufalhi Island Beach. Highlights at this beachfront resort include a full-service spa, a private beach and a restaurant. .A relaxing visit to Duniye Spa can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, reflexology and mani/pedis along with access to the steam room. The buffet restaurant, ILAA, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and pool loungers as well as access to sailing. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Vakaru resort include Dhigurah Beach and Maafushivaru Island Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Vakarufalhi Island Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dhigurah Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Maafushivaru Island Jetty - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cafe' Lux
  • Asian Wok
  • Mixe
  • Senses Restaurant
  • Coral Bar

About this property

Vakarufalhi Maldives

Resort with private beach and full-service spa
Some rates at Vakarufalhi Maldives are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Vakarufalhi Maldives such as an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

Along with a restaurant, there's a coffee shop/cafe on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a garden and a terrace.

This 4.5-star Vakaru resort is smoke free.

  • 76 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2009
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Vakarufalhi Maldives offers 76 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.

This Vakaru resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Duniye Spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages and facials. The spa is equipped with a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, German, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • ILAA

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Built in 2009
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via floatplane and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 January and 31 December.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Vakarufalhi Maldives

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190.00
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95.00 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 190.00
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 95.00 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 400 (return)
  • Transfer service fee per child: USD 260 (return), from 2 to 11 years old

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

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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.
    No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Vakarufalhi Island
Vakarufalhi Maldives Hotel
Vakarufalhi Resort
Vakarufalhi Island Resort
Vakarufalhi Island Resort All Inclusive
Vakarufalhi Maldives Resort
Vakarufalhi Maldives Vakaru
Vakarufalhi Maldives Resort Vakaru

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Vakarufalhi Maldives?

Yep, Vakarufalhi Maldives is on Vakarufalhi Island Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

Yep, Duniye Spa is available for guests. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as Thai massages.

Does Vakarufalhi Maldives have a pool?

Vakarufalhi Maldives has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

Vakarufalhi Maldives features a private beach, a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with premium bedding, room service and espresso makers.

What makes Vakarufalhi Maldives a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and beachfront dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Vakarufalhi Maldives.

Is Vakarufalhi Maldives family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a private beach and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Vakarufalhi Maldives is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

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

Are pets allowed at Vakarufalhi Maldives?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Vakarufalhi Maldives Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 182 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 182 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing underwater world right at the house reef. Beautiful island with white sand and turquoise water. Bed wasn’t very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

CristianTi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its real paradise! People working there will make you feel more than a guest, they will make you feel like you got your second family there. Property is beautiful and well managed! A+ in every aspect! Im a client for life! Cant wait to be back next year
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

FAHAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nuestra primera visita a Maldivas y realmente hospedarse en Vakarufalhi fue como estar en el Paraiso. Todo estuvo excelente, la atencion del personal, muy atentos y amables, la habitacion impecable, y hermosa la isla, sus playas. Muy recomendado.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One side of the Island is a bit worse the the other parts, and there are often corals along the beach
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Incredible location, settings, amenities and staff. Loved the charm of my beach villa, surrounded by lush landscaping and just steps from the water, and immensely enjoyed the luxury of the water villa. So glad I decided to upgrade. The sea life right under it was amazing! Baby blacktip sharks, rays, large crabs and so many fish were daily visitors, loved the ability to snorkel right off my steps. The snorkeling on the outer reef of the island was the best snorkeling in the world for me, and I’ve snorkeled Great Barrier Reef, all Hawaiian Islands and numerous Caribbean Islands... The water was very clear, and I’ve never seeing so much Sea life I’m one place... Loced the excursions as well, one of my highlights was snorkeling above 4 enormous mantas. Theiy were so graceful! The food at the resort was excellent, buffet style, and I was pleasantly surprised at a huge selection, specially at lunch and dinner. The island is small, you can walk around its perimeter in less than 10 minutes. I’m already missing my sunrise walks. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice resort with beautiful beaches but the coral sand is very sharp on the feet.Otherwise nice experience highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent all round good island and reefs we will return to this island again soon
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
25th Wedding Anniversary.
We booked this holiday last minute for our 25th Wedding Anniversary and really did not know what to expect. Wow, it was just beautiful. Flying over in the Sea Plane looking at the Maldives from the air, then getting to our stunning island, Vakarufalhi. The Staff were very friendly and smiley and nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent, with a very varied selection of meat, fish, veg and fresh fruit. It seemed like there was very few people on the island as it was so quiet and peaceful, and only realised when going to the restaurant how people were there. We booked a romantic meal on the beach, the food and atmosphere were amazing. Our only critism would be that if you are arriving at the island at about 2ish, you are rushed to get food and after a long flight and not knowing what to expect, we just wanted to rest for a while, had we been told that it was a buffet on arrival, we could have got something and taken it to our room. When leaving the island in the afternoon, lunch is not included in the all inclusive, you have to pay for any food after 12. This is just a minor point, and did not affect our holiday in the slightest are are looking forward to booking Vaku for next year. It was just what we needed. The island has a wonderful reef, with excellent snorkelling and extra activities, paddle boarding, diving, sailing, canoeing and excursions.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Unbelievable
Our honeymoon was everything we hoped for and more! Myra, guest relations, was friendly and very accommodating. The staff were super friendly and everything was superb. Over the water villa was huge and luxurious. Food was delicious and always fresh.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nick, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
House reef was beautiful and the marine life was plentiful and colorful despite the bleached corals (worldwide occurrence and not specific to this location). The staff were amazing and very friendly. The water villa was very spacious, comfortable and kept very clean. It always felt like we were alone on the island despite the resort being fully booked the entire week we were there.The attached dive shop was excellent and provided exceptional service. The food was good. Will definitely reccomend and return to this beautiful piece of paradise
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michael, La

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Very small so if you are looking for more sctivites may not be for you. Excursions are done daily but you have to sign up for them and they need x amount of people to sign before they actualky do it. We went bere to relax so no exclurions needed. Service is amazing and food was great. We did all inclusive and food and drinks were good. Note food and drinks are during specific times. Drinks are 10am-11pm and the mini bar is not included. Food is also during specific times. Spa was okay kind of generic. We also did the romantic dinner on the beach with lobster dinner and the food was amazing. Highly recommend this resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cass, Perth, Western Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sandy, white and pristine beaches are an ideal!
I have dreamed of a holiday in the Maldives for many years. As an experienced scuba diver, this destination has been on my bucket list for a long time. A friend recommended Vakarufalhi Island Resort and I was not disappointed. I was treated like a princess by all staff, bar one and I’ll get to that later! My partner and I stayed at the resort for 10 days over Christmas. The wait staff looked after us like royalty at the ‘Water Bungalow Restaurant’. The bar staff had drinks ready for us, on the bar, as we walked in the door. The food was outstanding. I have never seen, nor tasted so many different cuisines. The chefs were brilliant! It was wonderful to feel the sand between my toes in the bar, the lounge and reception areas. The feast at Xmas was spectacular, particularly all the ice sculptures created in the dessert buffet room. Yes, it was an entire room of puddings and cakes. I have never witnessed such a spectacle. The extra $ for the delicious dinner was definitely worth it!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carmine, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Truly Paradise
There are no words to describe this resort, no pictures to do the scenery justice and not enough thanks can be given to the staff that make every day hour and minute and absolute perfect experience. Unless we return to this exact spot, I do not believe we’ll ever find another place comparable to this one If you have a chance, please please please take the opportunity to visit Vakarufahli...you will not be sorry!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018