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Nestled on the pristine island of Thelu Veliga, located in the South Ari Atoll, approximately 90 km southwest of the capital, Malé, Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat boasts of its own magnificent house reef. The property is a 35-minute seaplane ride away from Malé International Airport. The villas are tastefully designed to evoke the authentic, unspoilt charm of the Maldives. All are equipped with a minibar and tea/coffee maker and the private bathrooms include a hairdryer and toiletries derived from organic teas. Some villas have private access to the beach while some are poised over the island’s turquoise lagoon. Guests can pamper themselves at the Intimate Spa by THEMAE or partake in activities such as snorkelling, diving, wind surfing and kayaking; where all can be arranged at an additional cost. In addition the resort offers a menu of bespoke romantic experiences and excursions which may be arranged upon request. The property has Chinese speaking staff. Dining highlights include the restaurant that serves a variety of cuisines including local seafood with continental and Asian flavours. Other dining options, such as in-villa, on-the-beach private dinners and seafood BBQs may also be arranged for guests upon request. Guests can also enjoy refreshing beverages and light dishes at the sunset-facing bar and lounge. Complimentary WiFi is available for guests in rooms and public areas of the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian, American, Buffet

Activities:

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre

Windsurfing


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gábor
    Hungary Hungary
    The staff was amazing, the food was tasty and varied each day, and the room was also spacious and very clean with great view.
  • R
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Maria from the reception- she was a star super friendly. Breakfast and Dinner were amazing, the rooms are very good, the cleaning service- the beach. Also Dude and Ike from the dive centre are brilliant. We had 3 dives with them - fantastic
  • Jake
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect little island with amazing coral reef and fish to see!
  • Jennifer
    Ireland Ireland
    Amazing resort, the reef was alive with the best snorkeling, the staff were brilliant and we had the most romantic and relaxing break away from life!
  • Rafael
    Australia Australia
    We love the snorkeling, food, and the fact that it is a quiet and calm place for adult couples. The staff were excellent as always (it is our second time here).
  • Katie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the breakfast and the peacefulness of the island. Loved the books and games provided.
  • Marcelo
    Germany Germany
    Drift is a small resort, exactly how we were looking for. You will not find extreme luxury, or activities coordinators, or banana-boat rides, but that is exactly the point: it is a small, calm and relaxed environment, where people go to rest and...
  • Daniel
    Austria Austria
    This was our second stay. And we had high hopes since our first stay was excellent - they didn't disappoint at all. The staff was friendly and competent again. The cleaning of the room was superb. The food was excellent - although since this time...
  • Zsófi980707
    Hungary Hungary
    The island is small and intimate, perfect for those looking for a truly peaceful getaway. The water villas are breathtakingly beautiful and well equipped, the cleanliness of the rooms is immaculate. The restaurant welcomes guests with an extremely...
  • Rene
    South Africa South Africa
    Loved the food at the restaurant. I enjoyed that the property only had a limited number of bungalows, this made the experience very intimate and private.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant #1
    • Cuisine
      American • Austrian • Australian • Asian
    • Ambiance
      Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

View

  • Sea view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Adult only
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Wake-up service
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Pants press
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge

Languages spoken

  • Bengali
  • English
  • Hindi

House rules
Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property can be reached by a seaplane.

Please share your flight details with the property at least 2 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for the transfer.

Please note that children from 2 to 10 years cannot be accommodated at the hotel.

Please note that the connecting transfer can only be arranged from 09:00–17:00 daily, kindly send your flight details after making a confirmed reservation.

This is an all-inclusive property. It comprises of:

- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner served at the main restaurant

- Selection of tea, coffee, soft drinks, juices, water, draught beer and house wine by the glass with meals at the main restaurant

- Lunch at the main bar from the all-inclusive snack menu between 00:30–14:30, with the credit amount of US$20 per adult per day

- Unlimited access to soft drinks, juices, draught beer, wine by the glass, selection of house wines by the glass (red, white and rose, depending on availability), select house pouring spirits (Whisky, Vodka, Rum, and Gin) at the main bar from 10:00–23:00

- Unlimited cocktails from the all-inclusive beverage menu and 1 special cocktail of the day per person per day

- Afternoon snacks at the main bar from 16:00–17:00

- Unlimited use of snorkeling equipment

- Unlimited use of select non-motorized water sports equipment depending on availability

- One shared group fishing excursion per person during the stay

- In-villa tea and coffee facilities

- Complimentary minibar drinks consisting of 2 soft drinks and 2 Carlsberg Beer or Tiger Beer per day. Additionally, 2 complimentary 1.5 litres water bottles will also be provided daily to the villa

- All-inclusive supplements and benefits will be discontinued at 12:00 on the day of departure

Please inform Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat

  • Room options at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat include:

    • Villa
  • Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat is 5.6 miles from the centre of Dhangethi. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Italian
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet
  • The prices at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Private beach area
    • Beach
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Drift Thelu Veliga Retreat has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurant #1