South Male Atoll · ★ 5

Velassaru Maldives Resort

Island at a glance

Transfer
Speedboat
Typical transfer time
35 min
Meal plans
Bed & breakfast, Half board, All-inclusive
Snorkeling
Moderate
Beach grade
A
Island size
Small to medium
Walk around island
15 min
Sandbank
Unavailable
Chinese-language service
Available
Hotel group
Universal Resorts
Opened
2009
Airport counter
A4
Island type
Natural island
Seagrass
Unavailable
Villas
132
Restaurants
5
Bars
2
Pools
1

Facilities and services

Chinese-speaking staffGlass floorsWedding photographyKids’ clubTennisPADI dive centerSpaWedding or honeymoon services

Experience ratings

Snorkeling4 / 54
Beach5 / 55
Families5 / 55
Lagoon5 / 55
Honeymoon5 / 55
Photography5 / 55
House reef4 / 54

About the island

Velassaru Maldives Resort, also called 'Blue Sand Island', belongs to Universal Resorts. The hotel is located in South Male Atoll and can be reached by luxury speedboat in 35 minutes. It is a niche hotel in China, with few people on the island and even fewer Chinese. The whole island is very beautiful, with clear white, green, and blue colors, very fascinating. This is also a hotel with a relatively high frequency of 'blue tears' (bioluminescent beach). Time. Here, where blue and gold interweave on the horizon, and the emerald lagoon forms a beautiful tropical landscape. Visitors can enjoy a secluded vacation in an elegant and leisurely atmosphere!

Why stay here

Velassaru is the filming location of the movie 'Blue Lagoon'. The island has a particularly strong fairy-tale atmosphere, a perfect fusion of pure beauty and modern civilization, and more of a feeling of being detached from the world. The island has free WiFi, and the beach is very good.

Highlights

The overall feeling of Velassaru is good. The beach is fine and white, the public pool is infinity, the water villa pool has starlight, and the toiletries are all L'OCCITANE. There are very few people here, and even fewer Chinese. The buffet restaurant has a Chinese menu, and the taste is not bad. The Japanese cuisine on the island is very authentic, and the chef should be Japanese. Every day the hotel prints the next day's weather and various itinerary arrangements and slips them under the door so you know in advance. You can rent snorkeling equipment on the island, and rooms have life jackets. Those who dare not go into the water can actually snorkel at the shore and will see at least 5 kinds of fish. Snorkeling is average; swimming to deeper places, there is coral, and where there is coral, there will be many fish. The service staff encountered on the road are all very polite and greet you warmly.

Before you go

Standard beach and standard water villas do not have private pools; a higher room category is needed. In addition, snorkeling is relatively average.

Children’s policy

Children 2-11.99 years old: 2999 per person

Villas and rooms

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Beach Villa 4 photos

Beach Villa

Room count · 14Area · 96㎡Private pool · None
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Room Description: Our spacious Beach Villa spans 96 square meters and features an outdoor shower, comfortably accommodating 2 adults and 2 children.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 2 children
Water Villa 6 photos

Water Villa

Room count · 24Area · 112㎡Private pool · None
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A large 112 sqm overwater villa with a sitting table and bedroom inside, two comfortable loungers on the deck, and the option to soak in the bath while enjoying ocean views.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
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Deluxe Bungalow

Room count · 7Area · 70㎡Private pool · None
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The Deluxe Bungalow is 70 square meters in total, accommodating 2 adults and 1 child. Although there is no private pool, it is only ten meters from the beach.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
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Water Bungalow With Pool

Room count · 4Area · 112㎡Private pool · Yes
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Only 4 overwater pool villas, a spacious 112 sqm, allowing you to enter the sea at any time or choose to play in the pool.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
Deluxe Villa 4 photos

Deluxe Villa

Room count · 44Area · 75㎡Private pool · None
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Modern villas are set in the garden, with abundant greenery and fresh air bringing you a unique experience.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 2 children
Pool Villa 4 photos

Pool Villa

Room count · 1Area · 175㎡Private pool · Yes
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The oversized pool villa is set in the jungle with excellent privacy, a full 175 sqm, accommodating 2 adults and 1 child, or 3 adults.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
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Beach Villa With Pool

Room count · 16Area · 116㎡Private pool · Yes
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A spacious 116 sqm area that also includes a private pool. Enjoy a swim while staying in the Beach Villa, ideal for family trips.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 2 children
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Water Villa With Pool

Room count · 3Area · 230㎡Private pool · 4x10 m
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The Luxury Water Villa with Pool is located at the far end of the pier with direct access to the lagoon; there are only 3 of these water villas. Wooden floors, a large adjoining deck, and a private infinity pool with panoramic turquoise ocean views. Indoor separate dining space, walk-in closet, air-conditioned bathroom, snorkeling equipment, and IDD cordless phone.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
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Deluxe Villa with Pool

Room count · 1Area · 110㎡Private pool · Yes
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The luxurious pool villa is a full 110 sqm, surrounded by greenery and with its own oversized private pool, where you can enjoy quiet time in the courtyard.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 2 children
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Water Suite

Room count · 1Area · 270㎡Private pool · Yes
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A stunning overwater suite with a home theater system, luxury bathroom, and private bar, only one on the island, away from other water villas. The room is 270 sqm and has a private pool.

Maximum occupancy
2 adults 1 child
Two Bedroom Deluxe Villa

Two Bedroom Deluxe Villa

Room count · 1Area · 150㎡Private pool · None
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Convenient access to the soft white beach. Stay in our luxurious two-bedroom deluxe villa and experience the epitome of island living. The villa features connecting doors, designed for discerning guests seeking privacy and togetherness.

Maximum occupancy
6 adults or 4 adults 2 children

Restaurants and bars

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Vela 4 photos

Vela

Service style · À la Carte/BuffetGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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This is mainly where breakfast and dinner buffets are served. Chinese guests at Velassaru are very rare. The Filipino head chef knew we came from China and specially prepared a Chinese breakfast for us. It was truly a small touching gesture that filled my whole holiday with happiness. He also encouraged us to go sea fishing and said if we caught anything, we must bring it to him for cooking and preparation—and in the end, everything worked out as we wished! Walking into the Vela restaurant, the space is open and lofty, with a slight Chinese flavor. Although this is a lesser-known, niche island with an occupancy rate of only 30%, the staff and the variety of food are not compromised at all. Compared with some islands I visited in low season that reduced their categories, Velassaru really goes all out with sincerity! The dishes are abundant—cold cuts, main dishes, and even the chef cooking live will firmly remember your fried egg requirements and serve them directly to you the next day. Fruit is freshly squeezed and cut, with multiple milk options, and the details are handled perfectly!

Hours
Full board
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Sand

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Signature cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Come for a hearty seafood barbecue feast, open your appetite wide and enjoy this moment of gastronomic indulgence! The beach restaurant offers à la carte dinners with a fully open show kitchen, letting you watch the chefs' performance before your meal; several pavilions on the beach naturally form intimate dining settings. The several Indian waiters serving us were very friendly; upon learning we were from China, after some banter, they generously promised all drinks tonight would be free—we never expected Velassaru to give frontline staff such decision-making power, and they even played Chinese songs on the independent sound system of our pavilion, filling the homecoming ritual to the max! The pre-dinner breads came in styles from three countries, with seafood sauce, creamy mushroom sauce and butter sauce—I polished off two plates straight away, and this deliciousness still lingers in my memory! Tonight's main course was, of course, fresh oysters and a lobster feast from the Indian Ocean—beautiful scenery and fine food are not to be missed. After dinner we found the beach preparing a candlelit dinner for a newlywed couple, so we too became chefs and did our small part! On the sea side of the beach restaurant there is also a Japanese teppanyaki, which is in high demand and requires advance booking; while the Latin American restaurant hidden on the island was not open due to low season—a real pity, so I'll save it for my next return to taste!

Hours
Dinner
Fen Bar 3 photos

Fen Bar

Hours · Evening HoursBar specialty · Cocktails, wine
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The island has 2 bars: a mini bar pavilion by the pool and the main restaurant bar. The interior also features a sandy floor, with small concerts in the evening, but the outdoors is more charming. Historic large vegetation covers the entire outdoor area up to the pool, making it perfect for Chinese guests who fear the sun but want to fully enjoy the outdoors. Moreover, every week the hotel management prepares a cocktail party in the outdoor area, entirely on the hotel, just to let guests have a great time!

Turquoise

Turquoise

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Asian cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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They say Le Méridien is famous as a foodie island, and I can responsibly say that the dishes at Velassaru's several restaurants are all top-notch; the menus are almost foolproof, and every dish suited my picky Chinese palate! Turquoise Restaurant is just such a marvel, and it was my first lunch on the island: simple squid and chicken wings, Thai sour soup, Italian vegetable pasta and Italian prawn pasta, grilled lamb chops—so delicious that all 6 friends at the table praised their own dishes! Combined with the outdoor pool and ocean view, my mood was intoxicated by this double delight!

Hours
Lunch & Dinner
Chill Bar 4 photos

Chill Bar

Hours · All dayBar specialty · Various Soft Drinks and Beverages
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The bar is located over the sea; you can go snorkeling below or observe marine life. Enjoy cool cocktails here with Maldives ocean views.

infinity Pool Bar

infinity Pool Bar

Hours · All dayBar specialty · Various Soft Drinks and Beverages
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A mini bar pavilion next to the pool. Here you can taste cool cocktails, enjoy the pool and sunbathe!

Teppanyaki 4 photos

Teppanyaki

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Japanese TeppanyakiDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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The restaurant is located over the sea, connected by a jetty, where you can dine while watching the sunset.

Hours
Dinner
Etesian 2 photos

Etesian

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Latin American CuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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In a serene and peaceful setting, enjoy refined Latin American cuisine inspired by premium ingredients and exquisite cooking.

Hours
Dinner
Destination Dining

Destination Dining

Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Here you can enjoy a very private dining style, dining alone on the beach, experiencing customized cuisine.

Hours
Full board

Island experiences

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Spa & Wellness

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Here, head-to-toe treatments are offered, from skin beauty to body massage, everything is available. You can also choose to participate in training courses such as yoga, aimed at thoroughly relaxing the body and mind and relieving stress.

Outdoor activities

Outdoor activities

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Event Overview: We excel at hosting all types of events, and we also have the resources needed for them. Whether it's beach tennis or cocktail parties, it will be great fun, and we are delighted to be able to add color to your vacation.

Fitness centre

Fitness centre

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Activity overview: Our fully equipped fitness center has everything you need to follow your fitness plan. You can also sweat and burn calories here to prepare for the evening's feast. Equipped with a gym, swimming pool, and sports equipment.

Outdoor Sports Court

Outdoor Sports Court

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The outdoor sports field has excellent lighting and complete equipment; at Velassaru, you will also have a great sports experience on the field!

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Diving and water sports

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The island has an independent dive center near the jetty, where you can rent various equipment and receive guidance from multiple professional instructors. Here you can not only snorkel and dive but also enjoy water skiing, sailing, windsurfing, catamaran, and other activities.

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Wedding

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Private weddings can be customized here. Whether it's the officiant or the planner, everything can be well arranged. Just provide your budget and requirements, and you can enjoy a unique Maldivian wedding.

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