An air of relaxation and tranquillity permeates informal Vilamendhoo, gracefully surrounded by white sands and lush vegetation. Experience an underwater world beneath turquoise waves and recoup at the Sunset bar.

Location In the South Ari atoll approx 52 miles south of Male, lies the island of Vilamendhoo.

Facilities Dine at the two main buffet restaurants, plus two optional á la carte restaurants and there’s a coffee shop and several bars. Relax in the swimming pool overlooking the beach with a children’s wading pool, Duniye Spa, fitness centre, boutiques, internet café, live entertainment, SCUBA centre, watersports facilities and tennis, volleyball, football and badminton.

Accommodation The 189 rooms are comfortably furnished, have tropical décor and are equipped with a king size or twin beds, ceiling fan, airconditioning, minibar, telephone, tea/coffee making facilities and some with partial open-air shower. Garden rooms are non-beachfront with terrace. Beach villas are as above but larger, suitable for families of four, in detached or semi-detached beachfront bungalows. Jacuzzi beach villas are more spacious with walled-in outdoor area featuring a Jacuzzi for two. Jacuzzi water villas are over the water.

Transfer time Approximately 30 minutes by seaplane and boat from the airport.