Meeru Island Resort & Spa, Aerial View of Island

The beach at Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Meeru Island Resort & Spa's Beach Villa with Jacuzzi

The pool at Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Romantic restaurants and bars at Meeru Island Resort & Spa

Shangri La Villingili Resort & Spa

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Overview

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa promises an experience of a lifetime - a true luxury retreat. From the private water villas perched on stilts overlooking the island’s secluded lagoon, to the tree house villas set amidst the emerald-green jungle or the beach villas strung along the turquoise shoreline, the resort is the perfect haven for couples and families alike.

Enjoying a unique location beyond the equator, Villingili Island is a stunning jewel in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Positioned at the southernmost point of the archipelago on the beautiful heart shaped Addu Atoll, it is protected by a stunning, tropical coral reef. With perfect year-round temperatures and an extensive flawless coastline, every corner of the island hides new escapades to discover.

The island is over 2.5 km long and spreads across 54 hectares, allowing for multiple activities and dining options to be located in their own piece of paradise in utmost privacy. Its expansive footprint ensures that there is more to enjoy, from cycling through the jungle to a round of golf at the only course in the Maldives, a once in a lifetime ‘lunch on the equator’ aboard the resort's luxury yacht Horizon, or a thrilling ocean adventure where you can spot dolphins and majestic Manta rays.

You can also enjoy the dazzling surroundings such as the lush jungle wilderness and take in some of the atoll’s history and culture with a uniquely curated tour of the neighbouring islands, and the more active guests can refresh mind and body through the daily fitness programmes or book a wellness retreat to explore the art of reflexology, yoga and Ayurveda treatments. There is no end to the adventures that await you at this fabulous resort.

Whats included?

International airfare & taxes
Accommodation
Transfers
Checked baggage
In resort assistance & 24 hour contact center

Why Book with Tropical Sky?

Hassle-free - book direct quickly and easily
Choice of airlines and the option to switch
A friendly, family run business with a wealth of experience.
Great deals on offer for multiple destinations
Low deposits

Why Tropical Sky?

Your money is safe We safeguard your money with ATOL protection and have membership to codes of best conduct.

Why Tropical Sky?

We answer quickly On average, calls are answered within three rings. We also respond within hours to emails.

Why Tropical Sky?

We offer expert advice and great service Our luxury tailor-made holidays are created with impeccable service from start to finish.

Location

Set in the southernmost portion of the Maldives, Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa is encircled by coral reefs, nature trails, endemic flora and vast swathes of coconut palms. This area is remote and uninterrupted, offering a true taste of tropical paradise.

The resort is situated a 70-minute flight from Male International Airport, followed by a five minute boat ride from Gan International Airport on Addu Atoll.

Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa operates +1 hour ahead of Male for daylight saving time, your onwards seaplane to Male Airport will reflect Male & Gan time.

Rooms & Accommodation

The resort offers 132 villas in total.

Each villa includes:

Sundeck with lounge space and daybeds
Bathroom with bathtub, shower, bathrobes and slippers
Open-air shower
40” TV and DVD player
Telephone
iPod docking station
Hairdryer
Nespresso machine
Minibar
In-room safe
Complimentary internet access

Villa types:

Pool Villa – Surrounded by forest scenery and overlooking the ocean, these villas feature their own pool and a patio or terrace
One-Bedroom Deluxe Pool Villa – Unbeatable privacy, stunning sea views, separate living room, a private infinity plunge pool, open-air terrace and spacious gardens, bicycles to explore the island and a personal in-villa host
Sunset Overwater Villa – Incredible views of the Indian Ocean, private terrace with hammock and direct sea access, personal in-villa host and bicycles to explore the island
One-Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool – Spacious villas with a thatched-roof entry gate leading to the villa, private terrace with beach access, private infinity pool, pbicycles to explore the island and a personal in-villa host
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool – Luxurious villas that are ideal for groups or families, 2 villas connected by a private pool with direct beach access, large outdoor veranda, 2 private outdoor showers, bicycles to explore the island and a personal in-villa host
Ocean Tree House Pool Villa – Unique and secluded, these villas are set among the treetops with panoramic views of the lagoons and surrounding scenery, separate living room, private infinity pool, terrace and outdoor pavillion, bicycles to explore the island and a personal in-villa host
Grand Villa Muthee with Pool – Singular villa surrounded by awe-inspiring scenery, this villa features its own infinity pool, a spa pavilion, dressing area and walk-in wardrobe, personal in-villa host and secluded location and a chauffeured private buggy to explore the island
Grand Villa Laalu with Pool – Two-bedroom villa with an open-air terrace, infinity pool, master bedroom with spa pavilion, in-room bathtub for two and adjacent cascading water feature, and a personal in-villa host and a chauffeured private buggy to explore the island

*Please note that we do not recommend this villa to families with children under 12yrs due to the open nature of the design.

Restaurants & Bars

Javvu – All-day dining in a poolside venue with a menu of prime steaks, fresh seafood and Mediterranean-inspired dishes; open 7am-10.30am and 12.30pm-10pm
Dr Ali’s – Varied menu served up in three Eastern-style living rooms where you can sample the distinctive flavours of the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf and South China Sea; open 6.30pm-10pm
Fashala – Overlooking gorgeous ocean views, this fine dining restaurant has an intimate ambience and offers delicious dishes crafted from local produce; open 6.30pm-10pm
Endheri – Stylish bar located on the beach with a menu of refreshing drinks and snacks as well as music throughout the evening; open 10am-late daily with lunch served 12.30pm-3pm and snacks from 3pm-late
Manzaru – Casual yet contemporary bar with music, cocktails and snacks
M Lounge – Chic lounge bar with live DJ sets and tranquil ocean views; open 10am-late

Other Facilities

Outdoor infinity pool and Jacuzzi
CHI, the Spa including Ayurvedic treatments, wellbeing programs and locally-inspired treatment; open 10am-10pm
Nine-hole golf course
Surfing
Health club
Yoga/Meditation classes
Tennis courts
Badminton court
Watersports including snorkelling
Scuba diving
Dolphin cruise
Big game fishing and hand line fishing
Cultural and historical tours of nearby islands
Jogging trails/Jungle trails
Entertainment centre

For Families

The resort is ideally suited to family holidays, with a great range of activities to suit all ages. The following facilities are included to ensure that younger guests are entertained throughout their stay:

The Cool Zone kids club offers a range of activities for children including jungle wildlife tours, crab hunting, arts and crafts, fitness such as yoga and swimming, and underwater adventures where kids can learn about the marine life of the region *open 9am-7pm, for ages 4-12
The island's Entertainment Centre has play-stations, a billard table, and pinball machines and various
computer gaming stations. There is a bar serving beverages and snacks.
The Shangri-La Eco Centre – a place to learn about the conservation works around Villingili and how
visitors can support these efforts. There's loads of information on the island’s nature trails and underwater
beauty, as well as the best dive sites nearby.
Babysitting service *available upon request

What's Included

An ocean view from every Villa
Private Villa Pool for all categories excluding Sunset Over Water Villa
24 hour Villa Host Service with In-Villa Check-in
Endheri Pool facilities including: complimentary cold towels, chilled water and cooling spray, chilled fruit around the pool, Sun lounges and towels.
Complimentary use of bicycles and professional snorkelling set per person
Complimentary use of non-motorized water sports equipment (excluding Hobie Cat sailing equipment)
Complimentary use of Gymnasium (including sauna and steam bath), Cool Zone (kids club) and teens Entertainment Centre
Complimentary access to two floodlit tennis courts
Complimentary Villingili Eco Tour with guide.
Complimentary Wi-fi
Complimentary fruit amenity on arrival - replenished daily
Nespresso machine, in room safe, 40' LCD TV in all rooms and Bose DVD player and DVD library.
Complimentary 30-minute photography session with island photographer

Customers dining on Half Board get the following:

Daily Buffet Breakfast at Javvu Restaurant
Dinner at Javuu Restaurant (If you want to dine at Fashala or Dr Ali Restaurant then a $120 credit will be put towards your meal)

Customers on Full Board get the following:

Daily Buffet Breakfast at Javvu Restaurant
Lunch and Dinner at Javuu Restaurant (If you want to dine at Fashala or Dr Ali Restaurant then a $120 credit will be put towards your meal)

Customers on All Inclusive get the following:

Daily Buffet Breakfast at Javvu Restaurant
Lunch and Dinner at Javuu Restaurant (If you want to dine at Fashala or Dr Ali Restaurant then a $90 credit will be put towards your meal)
Selection of white wine, red wine, beer, spirits and selected cocktails in restaurants and bars only.
20% discount on motorized water sports
Unlimited non-motorized water sports
25% off spa treatments at CHI, The Spa
One time laundry bag per stay, washed, folded and packed
Fruit basket replenished daily
Unlimited complimentary Wi-Fi

*Any items ordered for “In-Villa Dining” is not applicable on any board basis

Honeymoon & Wedding Anniversaries

Honeymooner's staying for a minimum of 4 consecutive nights will receive:

Bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival
Romantic room decoration
60 minute spa massage per person
Complimentary upgrade from Pool Villa to Sunset Over Water Villa from 20 April - 30 Sep

You are required to provide a valid Marriage Certificate at time of check-in.
The honeymoon must take place no later than 9 months post wedding date