# 7 of 28 hotels in Ari Atoll

Hotel Velidhu/Velidu Island Resort(3.5 stars)

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  • A great stay (15)
    "A great stay" found in 21 reviews
    • " Despite missing child my 6 year old daughter for a great stay . The island is very well maintained and has a lot of Nature (big compliment) the bungalows are ... " 
      5.569444444444444
      August 2011
    • " It was a very nice vacation in velidhu. Our third stay on the Maldives. The price/performance ratio is in order. We enjoyed ... " 
      5.652777777777779
      August 2011
    • " ... plane about 20 minutes in. As long you need to walk their circumnavigation. Velidhu is an old resort, that urgently needed renovation. Upon entering this island you can tell, that this is only a three star hotel is. If you have other resorts has met, will be disappointed by velidhu. The difference from a ... " 
      4.605555555555555
      June 2011
    • " ... dinner buffet was very good. Ants were always, also with the food. They were then Kreuz and across the tables and some ant walked along the rim. With the service in the restaurant and at the bar we were very satisfied . As usual the staff was very friendly. Some waiters could even speak a little German. We had ... " 
      4.605555555555555
      June 2011
    • " great hotel , nice small island but not crowded. The bungalows were sufficient, best location the beach ... " 
      5.361111111111112
      November 2011
    • " We had a water bungalow and were very satisfied . We are now looking forward to the next trip to this hotel. :-) PS: take the seaplane to the ... " 
      5.708333333333333
      June 2012
    • " ... middle of the Indian ocean.( crazy) we were the third time on the Maldives (sun Island, holiday island and now velidhu it Iceland) it was actually everywhere nice, but however always an increase. We can only recommend the hotel and the positive Opinions of our predecessors share " 
      5.625
      April 2012
    • " dream hotel with great kitchen " 
      5.166666666666667
      January 2012
    • " I don't know better capacity (in particular value for money ), for faster, more effective and sustainable to' decelerate'. Velidhu it is a (here numerous ... " 
      5.291666666666667
      July 2012
    • " ... the beach was not so beautiful and the water sports centre, the pier, the aircraft/boats arrive, the access to the water bungalows, as well as the diving school and take away a lot on the beach. We were very satisfied with the bungalow 136, as in the first row and our beach chairs in a small, intimate niche ... " 
      5.472222222222222
      November 2011
    • " ... and directly on the island front desk led. A refreshment was the island, meal times and other habits said. Our luggage and we were then to our bungalow 163 brought. To this bungalow has a private beach section with beach chairs. In the meantime, and the sea was only a few meters away. This of ... " 
      5.5
      January 2012
    • " ... deposit box is not in the room but free at the front desk to obtain. Of bungalow 163 are about 2 minutes to front desk, bar and main restaurant. The bungalows are very clean the furniture was in good condition . Before the bungalow there is a water tap at your feet from the sand rinse off. Every room has ... " 
      5.5
      January 2012
    • " Cell phone reception was good, although we didn't calls on the cell phone or telephone no in the room be made. The value for money in the case all inclusive I personally thought was very good as you lots of different drinks in ... " 
      5.5
      January 2012
    • " ... there for any taste. Warm thanks to the Waffelmann and Naanmann -a after a few days already with a wide smile expected, the plate to fill. Cleanliness and hygiene was a big priority. We felt way, you feel really good and also thanks to the great food a little' excess luggage' at the hip carried forward. From ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
    • " ... and is about 200 times 300 meters large, an orbiting the island on foot lasts about 20 minutes there are 80 bungalows on the island as well as 10 water bungalows (each 2 double room ) which in good condition are. We had a beach bungalow number 167 and this was in good condition. Cleanliness here in the ... " 
      6
      October 2011
  • Better food (15)
    "Better food" found in 21 reviews
    • " ... the restaurant it was like used clean and peaceful. To us the food was plentiful, tasty and diverse enough. Complainers there is always and everywhere. Whether the however in Germany better food or afford, often doubts. The decoration and the kind arrangement of the food was still what the ... " 
      4.819444444444445
      September 2012
    • " ... the last time at velidhu it. The reception, generally the service and the staff are very personal. The nearby riff is via a jetty reachable and simply dreamlike. The bungalows were OK and clean. The food is perfect ! All together - absolutely nothing to complain about! A perfect and successful holiday. We ... " 
      5.875
      March 2012
    • " It was a very nice vacation in velidhu. Our third stay on the Maldives. The price/performance ratio is in order. We enjoyed our holiday. We belong to the older vacationers and enjoyed all the comfort and good food . The diving center was a bit more younger guests. After starting difficulties totaly felt OK. ... " 
      5.652777777777779
      August 2011
    • " ... a mega beautiful reef near the snorkelling or diving. The bungalows are a little getting old but for the time we spent in the room more than adequate. The staff are very friendly and attentive. The food was excellent ! I recommend the bungalows on the opposite side of the island. From 130 to 165 bungalow. " 
      5.711111111111111
      July 2011
    • " ... the doctor very incompetent. Majority of the staff was a bit condescending. Who all inclusive want to book the warning we already times since all cocktails which one got hardly enjoyable and all good cocktails extra to pay product. Our postcards are never arrived ☹ " 
      3.7916666666666665
      March 2012
    • " ... forget your snorkel equipment, wonderful reef nearby. There was a doctor directly on the island, he speaks only English. The beach chairs could have used exchanged are, many look very tired. The food is excellent and the buffet was very well-kept, it was constantly filled up and the spoons and plates in the ... " 
      5.416666666666667
      November 2011
    • " Dear people, I'm happy if you have booked this wonderful island. It is beautiful, secluded beaches, walk barefoot, great food and very nice staff. We were with child (10 years) There and there were even two playmates for ... " 
      5.777777777777779
      August 2011
    • " ... of 30 kilogram and additional free diving kilogram of ten started, up to the really very good seat spacing, the, the surcharge to paying eco premium class of Condor and good service on board, to the very good food , we know the airline, with good conscience recommend it to everyone. The airport in nutmeg is ... " 
      5.611111111111112
      June 2011
    • " ... and taste of the food. This is something we can fully confirm now. Velidhu island is a three-star, with five stars dining. The island has in this area, in many hotels, the top ranking climbed. The food was great , varied and good quality really unique. The food was so varied, that we also in the fourth ... " 
      5.611111111111112
      June 2011
    • " Beautiful! Dreamlike Island and perfect food " 
      5.708333333333333
      September 2012
    • " ... a stay from 2 weeks one knew very quickly to all fish. We were already on eriyadu, where clearly more fish to see. Nevertheless a very beautiful underwater world (Turtle, sharks, clown fish...). the food was very good . We had bungalow 153. Very recommendable. A unique experience was the excursion to the Mantas. ... " 
      5.166666666666667
      January 2012
    • " We spent many wonderful days on velidhu. Velidhu is a cosy small island (where we found not small!). The food was perfect and the Geträngeauswahl in the bar when we all inclusive already seen worse!!! All are hard, so ... " 
      5.25
      July 2011
    • " ... to beach. Otherwise there is not about what we could complain, if Maldives, then in any case again velidhu!!! Flight from Frankfurt on Doha to male was excellent, great service, new machinery, perfect food and super delicious. mmhh... Qatar Airways has its deserves five stars won. " 
      5.25
      July 2011
    • " Velidhu is beautiful! Outstanding are the great food , the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff and the unique reef in the vicinity! Important ... " 
      5.541666666666667
      August 2011
    • " It was a very relaxing vacation with much variety and good food ! The diving school on the island was very competent and on the safety your students carefully! ... " 
      4.5249999999999995
      July 2012
  • Friendly staff (13)
    "Friendly staff" found in 13 reviews
    • " Very beautiful Island, friendly staff . The food for our taste too much Garlic. The bungalows are spacious, clean and quiet. The ... " 
      5.458333333333333
      January 2012
    • " The island is just amazing, super nice beach and a mega beautiful reef near the snorkelling or diving. The bungalows are a little getting old but for the time we spent in the room more than adequate. The staff are very friendly and attentive . The food was excellent! I recommend the bungalows on the opposite side of the island. From 130 ... " 
      5.711111111111111
      July 2011
    • " ... were always, also with the food. They were then Kreuz and across the tables and some ant walked along the rim. With the service in the restaurant and at the bar we were very satisfied. As usual the staff was very friendly . Some waiters could even speak a little German. We had all-inclusive, because we have always ... " 
      4.605555555555555
      June 2011
    • " ... that it is not so large need. A small island, very landestypiasch with a beautiful reef nearby for snorkeling. The nearby riff is very easy to reach -on the jetty to the other from the beach. The staff are super friendly . There is only a downside-the bar and restaurant have tile floor-I personally prefer it, the ... " 
      5.883333333333333
      January 2012
    • " Dreamlike Island with nutzwertigen, practical beach front bungalows! The water bungalows were in a sad state, we had luckily not booked. Staff are very friendly , food offers something for everyone. Great nature, great nearby reef with thousands of fish. ... " 
      5.125
      September 2012
    • " ... too small and not too large-so exactly right! The beaches are empty. It was big enough for everybody everything was very good. It is true, that the rooms were already older-and didn't bother us! The staff are very friendly ! Strong Praise! We have a etschieden license to make ☺ It is worthwhile itself! Especially with ... " 
      5.855555555555555
      October 2011
    • " ... From the luggage of 30 kilogram and additional free diving kilogram of ten started, up to the really very good seat spacing, the, the surcharge to paying eco premium class of Condor and good service on board, to the very good food, we know the airline, with good conscience recommend it to ... " 
      5.611111111111112
      June 2011
    • " ... into the open water in order to beach. Otherwise there is not about what we could complain, if Maldives, then in any case again velidhu!!! Flight from Frankfurt on Doha to male was excellent, great service , new machinery, perfect food and super delicious. mmhh... Qatar Airways has its deserves five ... " 
      5.25
      July 2011
    • " Velidhu is beautiful! Outstanding are the great food, the cleanliness, the friendliness of the staff and the unique reef in the vicinity! Important for beach bungalow: the older bungalows are ... " 
      5.541666666666667
      August 2011
    • " We stayed at the September 2011 on velidhu and loved it. For us the stay was a dream come true. The staff was very friendly and competent, the island well maintained, the food was very tasty, the selection of food and ... " 
      5.472222222222222
      November 2011
    • " The staff are very friendly and patient, has at any time an open ear and read every wish from our eyes. The rooms are twice ... " 
      5.333333333333333
      November 2011
    • " For a 3.5 star island really very good, small island not crowded with very friendly staff . On the island are every day the leaves of women, the morning the island to be brought, on the ... " 
      3.8333333333333335
      November 2011
    • " ... no Mantas, however therefor dolphins really close by and furften even with them snorkeling and later some Mantas, the driver drives so for a long time around, until he finally which can be shown. Really great service ! " 
      3.8333333333333335
      November 2011

Hotel review overview

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Rating by categories

  • Hotel in general
    5.2
  • Room
    4.9
  • Service
    5.5
  • Location
    5.5
  • Gastronomy
    5.5
  • Sport
    5.3

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    143
  • Very Good
    26
  • Acceptable
    10
  • Poor
    1
  • Terrible
    0
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The most helpful favorable review

5.5
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Were at the time from the december 2012 until january 2013 at velidhu it. We were totally amazed the whole atmosphere on this wohlfühlinsel and the friendliness of the staff. Much praise goes to Pablo, the manager, the his job really great makes. Strong praise also to the kitchen. Here are really magician at work. Also the audience, german-speaking, was very pleasant. We only nice people got to know and this will very good my memory forever. We become thi …  read more

The most helpful critical review

3.8333333333333335
3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

For a 3.5 star island really very good, small island not crowded with very friendly staff. On the island are every day the leaves of women, the morning the island to be brought, on the ways together swept. The rooms although they are getting old but absolutely clean and that is the most important thing, you feel nevertheless probably. It was comfortably furnished. The water bungalows are comfortable, but I would not have it, because there are bungalows an …  read more

Heidi
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 51-55
7 Other hotel reviews
5.2
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The staff was very friendly, and always make an effort, the guest a nice vacation to prepare. The cleaning of the rooms was more than fine.The much-vaunted quality of the kitchen i can't confirm! The food met highest the 3.5 stars! The choice left much to be desired, lots of dishes there were constantly, the fish was often too softly cooked and cook it then with serving still runny. We are with high expectation on of the kitchen arrived and were disappointed! The cleanliness however was alright.We had a beach bungalow booked, however after 1 hour in the room decided, an upgrade … read more
Helga
Germany
  • Single
  • Age 56-60
3 Other hotel reviews
5.7
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The staff is, as already often written, very pleasant. All greet friendly and does not seem to be fake. My bungalow was always super, thanks to my room boy. Kind regards my waiter hussain, the always on the spot.The freshly prepared fish was always very tasty. No matter wether rice, potatoes or pasta (also freshly made and well seasoned), side dishes were for any taste available. Soup and salad are good, the other starters were in my opinion 2 years ago a bit variable. The dessert was wonderful (unfortunately ☺.The bungalow is spacious, the air conditioning good adjustable, only the mini bar was a … read more
5.7
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
The staff is friendly. We never had the feeling, this friendliness is contrived we have a or other waiter so our fun. The come from the neighboring island, from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh. Our ' homeboy' was very cautious and friendly and had everything under control. The art of bettenmachens he has excellent celebrated and so manchens great picture decorated. Questions taken serious and resolved. Thanks to Pablo.The food is simple wonderful. Delicious, well presented. We wanted lunch always only one salad food... This project has been due to the lots of goodies daily undone. Thanks to the chef lasantha, the everything under control. The drinks at … read more
Rüdiger
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 70 +
3 Other hotel reviews
5.5
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
After a wonderful stay at Sri Lanka still a week Maldives for swimming and snorkelling attached. With the elected island velidhu it we a very good choice. The transit of Colombo and back has over the tour operator (Neckermann) worked perfectly. The small island (poet tropical vegetation) with its resort offers excellent conditions for a relaxing hotel. The accommodation in standalone bungalows (even if not all bungalows right good conditions have) leaves much privacy and intimacy without neighborly close to. The way to the beach/water is very short. The shoes can during the entire stay 'be safeguarded'. The bungalow associated … read more
Andre
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 51-55
2 Other hotel reviews
5.6
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Great island for snorkelling, swimming, diving, water sports and relaxation. The staff is very friendly and keen to help to fulfill every wish, some could even speak german. When we did get a table in the restaurant on the side we wanted on the next day the desire was fulfilled. In the evening in the bar one decent conversation, really impressed us, krabbenrace was very funny definitely join in! A compliment to the lemmon band who with 2 guitars the people on the dance floor, respect! The food is superb! We only went on excursions the manta tour with the water sports … read more
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    This hotel overlooks the blue glistening sea. The international airport of Male is just 85 km away (1.5 hours).
  • Facilities
    This air-conditioned hotel comprises a total of 100 rooms of which 20 are aqua bungalows and 80 are beach bungalows. Also featuring with the hotel is a cafe, a hairdresser’s salon, a bar, a pub, a nightclub, a games room, a TV room and a restaurant. Guests may also choose to make use of the room and laundry services.
  • Rooms
    The air-conditioned rooms each come with an en suite bathroom, hot and cold water, a hairdryer, a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV and a minibar. In addition, individually controlled air conditioning and heating are provided.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    Themed evenings are also organised at the hotel (diving evenings and disco evenings), a culture programme is offered, magic shows, fire limbo, crab racing and bingo games are among the offerings. There is also a swimming pool and gym availble. Guests may additionally enjoy diving as well as other water and outdoor sporting activities and health options such as massages.
  • Meals
    Special evening meals are also on offer such as Mongolian grills, lobster on the beach, sea food and meals on the sun terrace.
  • Payment
    American Express, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
  • How to get there
    Guests are greeted at the airport and brought to the hotel by employees of the Hakuraa Club.
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Hotel amenities

  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift
  • Central heating

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Fan
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Full board
  • Hotel bar

A choice of sports

  • Volleyball

Other hotel information

  • City hotel
  • 24 hour reception
  • Gay friendly
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
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