Cinnamon Velifushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suites with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Fen Pool Bar
Fen Pool Bar
Fen Pool Bar
VAH Global Dining
Marlin Restaurant
Iru Beach Bar
Reception
Reception
Fen Pool Bar
Dining on the beach
Mandara Spa
Water Bungalows
Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Superior Beach Loft
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Sunset Water Bungalow
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suites with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Water Suite with Pool
Fen Pool Bar
Fen Pool Bar
Fen Pool Bar
VAH Global Dining
Marlin Restaurant
Iru Beach Bar
Reception
Reception
Fen Pool Bar
Dining on the beach
Mandara Spa
Water Bungalows

The hotel

The latest addition to the Maldives’ celebrated Cinnamon hotel collection opened in October 2019 – and they’ve upped their luxury game even further, with indulgent villa upgrade options featuring Jacuzzis and plunge pools. You can upgrade more than your room too, enhancing Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives already fabulous all-inclusive package to ‘Virgin All-Inclusive’ or ‘Premium All-Inclusive’. Whichever package you pick, you’ll arrive by speedboat or seaplane to an island paradise in the pristine waters of Vaavu Atoll starring all the Maldivian musts – we’re talking exceptional diving and snorkelling, sunset cruises, island hopping experiences, and unforgettable dining spots like the alfresco VAH Global Dining, and the à la carte Asian cuisine on the beach at Iru Kitchen & Bar.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located 50 nautrical miles south of Malé International Airport in the pristine waters of Vaavu Atoll (east side of the Atoll). 90 minutes by speedboat or 25 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

90 bungalows and suites. All with balcony or terrace, air conditioning, ceiling fan, telephone, LED TV, complimentary WiFi, Bose Speaker with WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity®, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron and board (on request), safe, and spacious indoor bathrooms, some with bathtub and/or separate rainfall shower and bath amenities.

Superior Beach Lofts are 79sqm and offer stunning views of the Indian Ocean with a separate rainfall shower and bath amenities with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults. Option to interconnect with Beach Bungalows (ground floor).

Standard All Inclusive package: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at VAH Global Dining. Selection of local snacks served between 10:30am-11:30am, 4:00pm-6:00pm and 10:30-11:30pm. Unlimited regular house brands from a selection of spirits and wines (served by the glass only). Unlimited cocktails and mocktails from a select menu. Selection of draught beer. Selection of carbonated soft drinks, canned fruit juice, mineralised water plus teas and coffees. Access to gym, billiard, snooker, beach volleyball, beach tennis, futsal and table tennis (equipment included).

Virgin All Inclusive package: all inclusions of the standard package plus international premium brand spirits and wines, fresh juice, milk shakes, one seafood grill or steak dinner served at the table one time per stay in the VAH Global Dining, one excursion (once per stay), and mini-bar (soft drinks and beer) replenished once per day.

Premium All Inclusive package: all inclusions of the standard package plus welcome bottle of sparkling wine on arrival. In room mini-bar stocked with beer, soft drinks and selection of snacks (replenished once per day). Premium international brand spirits, wines and cocktails. Unlimited fresh juice and milk shakes. Two complimentary excursions from a selected list - per person per stay (weather permitting). Invitation to two special themed party events organised by the resort. One special dinner on the beach with the option of a mixed seafood grill or steak. Signature 60-minute Balinese spa treatment at Mandara Spa once every 5 night stay. Turndown service every night.

Beach Bungalows are 65sqm with terrace, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. Option to interconnect with Beach Loft Rooms (upper floors).

Water Bungalows are 100sqm with large terrace dock, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Sunset Water Bungalows with Jacuzzi are 100sqm with large terrace deck, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Water Suites with Pool are 208sqm with large terrace deck and outdoor plunge pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Vah Global Dining (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner; international cuisine). Iru kitchen and Bar* our South East Asian specialty restaurant (open 7:00pm- 10:00pm). Fen Pool Bar (open 7:30am until the last guest leaves). Room service*.

Swimming pool. Mandara Spa*. Mini gym. Non-motorised water sports including diving*, snorkelling* and canoeing*. Beach volleyball and tennis. Table tennis. Billiards. Excursions* including island hopping, sunset fishing and sunset cruises (may require minimum numbers. Payable locally; subject to change).

Complimentary WiFi.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (2229)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Enjoyable stay in nice bungalow and good service and food.

Nov 20, 2024 Hans F

Excellent room and staff, but access to reef for snorkeling was somewhat limited. Miss channels for access to reef, or more affordable excursions to other snorkeling sites.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Cinnamon spice isnt that nice

Nov 18, 2024 andrewread2018

Buffet was excellent, service at the buffet was reasonable, but not particularly responsive. For example, wine should be served before you start eating. The hotel promotes snorkelling and other water activities. However, everything costs! For a high class resort the money pinching was annoying and ever present. 6USD/day for flippers. Even after… Read more
Buffet was excellent, service at the buffet was reasonable, but not particularly responsive. For example, wine should be served before you start eating. The hotel promotes snorkelling and other water activities. However, everything costs! For a high class resort the money pinching was annoying and ever present. 6USD/day for flippers. Even after a $275 USD whale shark snorkelling activity, to keep the flippers for the rest of the day was an extra $6 USD. Seriously, ridiculous. mini bar spirits was not included in the all inclusive package. Little logic here, when a gin and tonic is free at the bar, but exorbitant in your room. I wouldn’t recommend the place. I think there are many better options available in the Maldives Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Sunset Dreams Come True

Nov 17, 2024 Andrew S S Jersey, United Kingdom

What a great island resort. Excellent place to get away from the world and live the dream. With the sunset villa being the ideal way to relax on the decking and watch the sunset. All the staff are fantastic, genuinely want you to have a good time with nothing being too much. The jet ski guide taking photos of us watching the dolphins and… Read more
What a great island resort. Excellent place to get away from the world and live the dream. With the sunset villa being the ideal way to relax on the decking and watch the sunset. All the staff are fantastic, genuinely want you to have a good time with nothing being too much. The jet ski guide taking photos of us watching the dolphins and sending the photos to us. Totally outside of what he needed to do. The waiting staff always attentive and offering an extra drink. House Keeper super friendly and always happy to help with anything we needed. Absolutely a fantastic holiday, thank you. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Amazing holiday in paradise

Nov 15, 2024 Adriana A

It was first time me and my husband visited Maldives celebrating 25 years of being together. There are so many destinations on our ´To Travel” list, but Maldives were always in top 5s to visit. When we travelled there the plan was to enjoy it as much as possible as this should have been one-off, having our traveller plans on mind.After we had… Read more
It was first time me and my husband visited Maldives celebrating 25 years of being together. There are so many destinations on our ´To Travel” list, but Maldives were always in top 5s to visit. When we travelled there the plan was to enjoy it as much as possible as this should have been one-off, having our traveller plans on mind.After we had arrived we immediately realized that it will be not one-off and we will definitely come back again. Why? Amazing place on earth that gives you a feeling you are in real paradise, thousands shades of turquoise blue water,excellent accomodation,delicious meal, great and always smiling staff, wonderful SPA Mandara where you feel like in another universe dimension.I’ ll never forget these moments and will do my best to come bank again.Thanks a lot Cinnamon Velihushi! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Highly recommended, amazing place and staff!

Nov 12, 2024 Esteban E Barcelona, Spain

Great place, highly recommended! The island and the resort are very nice and beautiful, and staff is amazing. Everyone is very kind, professional, always working with a smile. Special mention to the manager, Sanjeeva, to the colleagues working in the reception, Chameen and Omali, our room super cleaner, Kabir, the bartenders Shiyaau and Anas,… Read more
Great place, highly recommended! The island and the resort are very nice and beautiful, and staff is amazing. Everyone is very kind, professional, always working with a smile. Special mention to the manager, Sanjeeva, to the colleagues working in the reception, Chameen and Omali, our room super cleaner, Kabir, the bartenders Shiyaau and Anas, Jahirul as luggage assistant, Ernest, Husam, the guy cooking the pasta and the one preparing regional dishes in the restaurant, Pradeep our jacuzzi cleaner, the SPA ladies... really everyone is great! It has been one of our best holidays ever! Read less