Whether it's a honeymoon, anniversary, or you just need some time away as a couple, this is the place for a romantic, intimate, island getaway. Here you will find carefree, barefoot relaxation, whether it's in a beachfront villa with your outdoor sofa swing, or in an overwater villa where you can watch the beautiful sunsets. With one of the best house reefs in the Maldives, snorkel, dive and explore the rich and varied marine life. A couples spa massage and a complimentary sunset dolphin cruise will add that extra touch to make it a holiday to remember. Vilu Reef is also a great option for families with a complimentary kids club for children aged between 3 and 11. Whoever you're travelling with, you're sure to unwind in this boutique resort with only 103 villas giving you the option for as little or as much interaction with others as you like. If you do fancy a little more activity, complimentary non-motorised water sports are included, and there are excursions included too - visit a local island or hop on a dolphin sunset cruise. Come evening you'll be spoilt for choice when picking a restaurant, all of which are accompanied by stunning ocean views. Afterwards, watch a movie under the stars, enjoy some local music, or simply retreat to your villa to relax with a drink from the mini-bar. When the seaplane arrives to take you home, you won't want to leave this island paradise.
Amenities
Kayaking
Snorkelling
Tennis
Water Skiing
Yoga
Babysitting service
Kids Club
Bar
Evening Entertainment
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Where is it
Situated on Meedhuffushi Island in the South Nilandhe Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 35 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).
Hotel information
103 villas situated on the beach or overwater, all with complimentary WiFi access, safe, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, satellite TV, bathroom amenities, air-conditioning, bathrobe and slippers, fan, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, sun loungers, and separate bathtub and rain shower. The Deluxe Beach Villas feature an outdoor shower, and 1 king-size bed, in-built sofa bed, a spacious in-room closet, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
All-Inclusive includes: breakfast at Aqua Restaurant. Lunch at Aqua, Well Done, or The Spice Restaurant. Daily afternoon tea. Dinner at Aqua, Well Done, or The Spice Restaurant. Unlimited soft drinks, tea and coffee; draught beer, selected spirits, house wine, and selection of cocktails. Complimentary mini bar replenished once daily. One complimentary scheduled excursion from the choice of “Local Island Experience” or “Sunset Dolphin Cruise” per person per stay (bookable locally). Complimentary non-motorised water sports for one hour, per person, per day. Free usage of the lounge at the seaplane terminal on arrival. Special welcome with refreshing towels and homemade welcome drink served upon arrival at resort. 2 bottles of 1L water per villa per day, as well as tea/coffee facilities. Complimentary WiFi access. Access to recreation and fitness centre. Scheduled regular evening entertainment. Complimentary snorkelling equipment. Access to Turtle Kids Club for children 3-12 years.
Jacuzzi Deluxe Beach Villas feature a bathroom jacuzzi as well as outdoor shower, swinging sofa on the beach, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.
Beach Villas with Pool are located on the beach with a private pool, swinging sofa on the beach, outdoor shower, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.
Reef Villas are overwater villas featuring with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Sunset Reef Villas are the same as above, facing in the direction of the sunset.
Water Villas with Pool are overwater villas featuring a private pool and overwater hammock, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Grand Water Villas with Pool feature a private infinity edge swimming pool on an oversized sun deck, ocean views and steps down to the lagoon. With 1 king-size bed, separate lounge area and a bathroom with separate shower, sleeping maximum 3 adults.
Two Bedroom Water Villa with Pool - situated at the end of the overwater jetty, features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a large living room with dining area. Plus outside features a private pool, daybed, loungers and dining table.
Booking Bonus: Book by 15 Dec '24 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 01 May–31 Oct '25, plus receive a complimentary seaplane transfer when staying 7 nights or more.
Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply.
The Aqua (International buffet restaurant with live cooking stations, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner). The Nautilus (oceanfront cocktail bar with daily happy hour). The Spice (serving Italian cuisine for lunch, and Indian cuisine for dinner). The Well Done Restaurant (fresh local fish and seafood restaurant, open for lunch and dinner with weekly live music). Wine Cellar (wine tasting). Positive Energy Bar (poolside bar serving drinks and snacks throughout the day).
Scheduled regular evening entertainment including DJ and karaoke nights, cinema under the stars, live music, and themed dinners.
Infinity pool. Gym. Spa*, beauty salon*, sauna, and steam room. Turtle kid’s club. Tennis. Badminton. Table tennis. Board games. Billiards. Private yoga classes*. Complimentary non-motorised water sports (for one hour per person, per day) including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, and canoeing. SSI dive centre*. Snorkelling. Waterskiing*. Banana boat rides*. One complimentary scheduled excursion from the choice of “Local Island Experience” or “Sunset Dolphin Cruise” per person per stay (booked locally).
Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.
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5* resort!
Nov 21, 2024Wanderer28045076222Watford, United Kingdom
We had an amazing time at Vilu Reef. Resort and staff were fantastic all round. Truly 5* hotel.
Food and restaurants were lovely, beer wasn’t bad!
Extra special to have a last day upgrade to a grand water villa 👌🏼
Loads of life on the in-house reef 🐢🦈🐠. Great dolphin activity on the complimentary dolphin cruise.
Looking forward to coming…
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We had an amazing time at Vilu Reef. Resort and staff were fantastic all round. Truly 5* hotel.
Food and restaurants were lovely, beer wasn’t bad!
Extra special to have a last day upgrade to a grand water villa 👌🏼
Loads of life on the in-house reef 🐢🦈🐠. Great dolphin activity on the complimentary dolphin cruise.
Looking forward to coming back!!
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Best two week stay for our honeymoon
Nov 20, 2024Becky S
We have just visited on our honeymoon for two weeks and just about to leave to go home :(
I couldn't leave without leaving a 5 star review, we have had the best time from start to finish with nothing being too much trouble our villa attendant SAHIB has cleaned our room to the highest standard there is possible (and I'm OCD
) he has gone above…
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We have just visited on our honeymoon for two weeks and just about to leave to go home :(
I couldn't leave without leaving a 5 star review, we have had the best time from start to finish with nothing being too much trouble our villa attendant SAHIB has cleaned our room to the highest standard there is possible (and I'm OCD
) he has gone above and beyond to make sure we have a clean room with everything we need every single day , also decorating our bed for our return every afternoon and evening , the bar waiters and waitresses are brilliant nothings too much trouble and soo fast , the waiters in the restaurant are brilliant and soo friendly making every meal time enjoyable along with the food which we can't fault in two weeks we have not had one bad meal , so much choice at every restaurant everyone's soo attentive , we also had the best time on the jet ski safari (worth doing ) riding along with the dolphins right by our side , We can't wait to come back we had the best stay Thankyou sun siyam vilu reef we have made some amazing memories staying with you !!!
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Perfect gateway
Nov 20, 2024869karanj
Really amazing staff and beautiful resort. I had the best time of my life at this beautiful island. Highly recommend. Host was great as well . Good communication made our life easy peasy. Room service was great as well. Food is great quality.
Fantastic
Nov 20, 2024Shelly M
Amazing holiday at Vilu Reef, the staff are extremely friendly and are so attentive to ensure you enjoy your stay.
Our villa was maintained by Fardous who did an excellent job, we couldn’t have been happier with the service. Thank you
The reef was incredible to explore and the dolphin sunset cruise was a must.
Thank you all
A beautiful piece of paradise
Nov 19, 2024David TWeybridge
We had a wonderful delayed honeymoon at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef. The island was perfectly sized and thoroughly enjoyed a gentle strole around it in the evening. Swimming off the island reef was delightful, which leaves from the side of the island that faces a relatively close local island, but the reef was great! The island offered a great range of…
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We had a wonderful delayed honeymoon at Sun Siyam Vilu Reef. The island was perfectly sized and thoroughly enjoyed a gentle strole around it in the evening. Swimming off the island reef was delightful, which leaves from the side of the island that faces a relatively close local island, but the reef was great! The island offered a great range of trips and excursions, we had an amazing day swimming with Manta Rays and Whale Sharks, but you will also not be disappointed if you neaver leave the island during your trip!
We stayed in the Sunset Ocean Vila and moved to one with a pool half way through. The rooms were spotlessly clean and beautifully well-kept with stunning views out across the ocean. The buffet was delicious, but we must shout out “The Spice” for particularly wonderful Indian food in the evening, make sure you book ahead. The staff were warm and generous hosts throughout our stay. Our host Niyaaf was great and struck the perfect balance between being attentive and always contactable whilst also giving us space to enjoy the holiday. We would thoroughly recommend the resort.
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5* resort!