Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

The Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives takes its name from the Maldivian word for crystal white sand, and it isn’t difficult to see why. Dhonveli is situated on a private island, surrounded by the sparkling turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. A secluded tropical paradise, the resort combines authentic Maldivian design and décor with modern comforts, facilities and amenities, to offer guests the ultimate Maldivian holiday experience. Why not treat yourself to a stay in an Over Water Suite — resting over the shallow waters surrounding the island, they offer privacy and seclusion. They have a spacious bedroom and a living area with glass panel to watch the marine life below, whilst outside a private sun deck has steps directly down into the water.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Snorkelling
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Hot tub
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

On its own private island in Kaafu Atoll, in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 25 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel information

152 rooms. All with balcony or terrace, air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, tea/coffee-making facilities, hairdryer, iron, safe, and spacious indoor/outdoor bathrooms, some with bathtub and/or separate rainfall shower and bath amenities. Superior Ocean View Rooms are located in two-storey buildings facing the ocean, with 1 king-size bed (2 additional beds on request), sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Please note: guests staying in Water Bungalows may also dine at Maakana Restaurant and guests staying in Suite categories may dine at the exclusive Rehendhi Restaurant, as well as Koimala or Maakana. Other guests may also dine in Rehendhi with a local surcharge (reservations required, subject to availability). 

 

All Inclusive packages run from 7:30am–midnight. Any drinks consumed outside of these hours will be charged on consumption. 

 

Standard All Inclusive package: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Selection of local snacks are serviced between the hours of 10:30am-11:30am, 4:00pm–6:00pm & 10:30pm–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, mineral water plus teas and coffees at all outlets. Access to gym, badminton, tennis, squash courts, table tennis, billiard, snooker, beach volleyball (equipment included). 

 

Virgin All Inclusive: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. A selection of local and premium branded spirits, wines, beers and cocktails, soft drinks, fresh juices and milk shakes, tea and coffee. Plus one seafood grill steak dinner at the table once per stay, a platter of chocolates in room on second day and mini-bar including soft drinks and beer (replenished once daily). One dolphin watching excursion per stay. Use of fitness centre, badminton, tennis courts, table tennis, billiards and beach volleyball. 

 

Premium All Inclusive package: includes all inclusions of the standard package plus a welcome bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, in-room minibar stocked with beer, soft drinks and selection of snacks (replenished daily), premium International brand spirits wines and cocktails, unlimited fresh juice and milkshakes, 2 complimentary excursions from 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 and outside the hours of 7:30am–12:00am any drinks consumed (regardless of AI package booked) will be charged on consumption.

Beach Bungalows are located around the bay, offering stunning views of the glistening Indian Ocean, with 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child.

Water Bungalows are located on the southwest side of the island and offer 66 sq m of living space, state-of-the-art entertainment facilities and a spacious private terrace leading out to the lagoon. Each bungalow comes with a Jacuzzi, 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum adults.

Junior Beach Suites are located on the beach with an outdoor verandah and terrace and an open-air shower or bathtub with 1 king-size bed and separate divan/day bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Over Water Suites are situated on the northwest side of the island and have a total of 85 sq m of living space with a glass floor panel, and a private outdoor terrace, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Over Water Suite guests enjoy exclusive access to the resort’s Rehendhi Restaurant and Bar, serving gourmet buffets and wines from the attached wine cellar, plus an exclusive swimming pool to while away the hours.

Beach Suite with Pool are a 2 story unit with a separate living and bedroom space overlooking the beach front and an outdoor shower with 1 king-size bed and single/day bed on upper floor and the option for a rollaway bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Ground Floor Suites have a day bed which can be used as a single bed, sleeping maximum 5 adults and 3 adults and 2 children.

Koimala Main Restaurant (open for buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner; international cuisine), Maakana Restaurant (buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner, exclusive for Water Bungalow guests), Rehendhi Restaurant & Bar. Raalhu Bar (serving a selection of cocktails). Raiyvilla Bar. Beach Bar. Room service*.

DJ music, Maldivian cultural show and acrobatic show. Beach cinema. 

Freshwater swimming pool with kids pool, plus exclusive infinity pool for Over Water Suite guests. Chavana Spa* with sauna and aromatherapy bath. Mini-gym. Snorkelling*, windsurfing*, kayaking* and catamaran sailing*. Motorised water sports*. PADI certified scuba diving*. Tennis court, beach volleyball, table tennis (floodlighting*), billiards. Excursions available*, including fishing, island visits and dolphin watching. 

Complimentary WiFi for Virgin Holidays' guests.

*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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Dive & Sail at the Cinnamon Dhonveli resort, Maldives - first class diving with a first class dive centre

Jul 15, 2024 Paul H Warwick, United Kingdom

Family holiday to the Maldives - focussed on diving! We lucked out - the Dive & Sail dive centre at the Cinnamon Dhonveli resort was first class. The local Instructors and Dive Masters meticulously planned dive sites to maximise the experience - from a range of shark, manta rays, various rays and just about every fish listed in the “fish of the… Read more
Family holiday to the Maldives - focussed on diving! We lucked out - the Dive & Sail dive centre at the Cinnamon Dhonveli resort was first class. The local Instructors and Dive Masters meticulously planned dive sites to maximise the experience - from a range of shark, manta rays, various rays and just about every fish listed in the “fish of the Maldives field guide”. The centre took out two boys through their advance course, and took them for their first night dive! First class service by a first class team. Well done Dive & Sail! Read less
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Jul 15, 2024 hdjd d

Rafiqul and mokledh beach bar IT WAS AMAZING, so many different people, personally I love how employees speak english, they are very friendly and open to conversation so you will obviously find someone to speak with because everyone here is like that so its amazing
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Would love to come back!!

Jul 13, 2024 mahadevanr2020

Great place and an ideal holiday. Beautiful beach and the marine life around the island was something we always look forward to in the morning. Navoda and his team at Koimala restaurant were superb especially to look after us when we were not feeling great. The medical facility is of great quality the service from the very friendly resident… Read more
Great place and an ideal holiday. Beautiful beach and the marine life around the island was something we always look forward to in the morning. Navoda and his team at Koimala restaurant were superb especially to look after us when we were not feeling great. The medical facility is of great quality the service from the very friendly resident doctor was always reassuring. In addition, The Dive and Sail centre located in the island is a great place for anyone who wants to learn diving. Very good quality diving instructors. Read less
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Jul 13, 2024 Ирина Б

Hello, we are coming to cinema holiday we are mom and daughter you so much enjoy this so this is my first time is Maldives. Hopefully come back again this hotel. This is very nice friendly all his stuff. Just wow thank you so much for everything. Room is nice food is good all smiling and happiness and I meet one guy his name Sattar he with a nice… Read more
Hello, we are coming to cinema holiday we are mom and daughter you so much enjoy this so this is my first time is Maldives. Hopefully come back again this hotel. This is very nice friendly all his stuff. Just wow thank you so much for everything. Room is nice food is good all smiling and happiness and I meet one guy his name Sattar he with a nice flower and take the nice picture. Thank you so much. See you again future Read less
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Jul 13, 2024 Mannapov I

Rafiqul and salim tiki bar👍👍best barkeper and best cocktail on the island specially raf he was making excellent cocktail and restaurant food was great and services excellent all the staff very friendly and helpful cinnamon is the best ❤️❤️