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Nova Maldives

5.0 star property
Vakaru beachfront resort with 5 restaurants, spa
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Water Villa with Jacuzzi | Beach/ocean view
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 5 restaurants and pool bar
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Furnished balcony or patio
The price is AU$2,527
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

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Water Villa with Pool

Water Villa with Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Sunset Beach Villa with Jacuzzi

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Beach Villa with Private Pool

Beach Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 160 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

2 Bedroom Beach Residence

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 250 sq m
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Beach Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Sunset Beach Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private plunge pool
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Water Villa

Water Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Sunset Beach Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Water Villa with Jacuzzi

Water Villa with Jacuzzi

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Sunset Family Beach Villa with Jacuzzi

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private outdoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
  • 80 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Family Beach Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Smart TV
  • 160 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
Alif Dhaal Atoll,, Dhangethi, Vakaru, North Central Province

What's nearby

  • Dhigurah Beach - 8 min walk
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach - 19 min walk
  • Maafushivaru Island Jetty - 19 min walk
  • Ranveli Beach - 60 min drive
  • Dhangethi Port - 75 min drive

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 11 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • Cafe' Lux
  • ‪Asian Wok - ‬106 min drive
  • Mixe
  • Senses Restaurant
  • Coral Bar

About this property

Nova Maldives

Nova Maldives offers a private beach where you can enjoy the shade from a beach umbrella or relax on a sunlounger, plus you'll have access to on-site scuba-diving, snorkelling and waterskiing. The outdoor pool provides a splash of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy and manicures and pedicures. Soul Kitchen, one of 5 restaurants, offers a beachfront location and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a 24-hour fitness centre and a poolside bar.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Nova Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Russian, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 76 units
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 25 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 7 days before their expected arrival.
  • Daily transfer service is offered by Manta Air Taxi between 9 AM and 3 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane fee at check-out.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

  • No on-site parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM*

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • Poolside bar
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's games

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Boat tours
  • Personal watercraft (motorised)
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Waterskiing
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Dressing gowns and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Down duvet
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory-foam mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Free rollaway/extra bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • High chair

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Soul Kitchen – This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Flames – This beachfront restaurant only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Mizu – This beach restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Solis – This beachfront bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
Wink – Overlooking the pool, this bar serves lunch and light fare. Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 250
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) gala dinner per child: USD 125 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 350
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 175 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 475 (return)
  • Floatplane transfer per child: USD 325 (return), from 2 to 11 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 465
The listed mandatory transfer fees are valid until January 10, 2025. There are no transfer fees applied to children under age 2.
The listed additional fee covers mandatory transfer fees for children aged 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 475.00 per person (return)

Children & extra beds

  • Airport shuttle service for children between the ages of 2 and 11 costs USD 325.00

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Nova Maldives Resort
Nova Maldives Vakaru
Nova Maldives Resort Vakaru

Frequently asked questions

Does Nova Maldives offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Nova Maldives does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Nova Maldives?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Nova Maldives?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Nova Maldives?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Nova Maldives.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Nova Maldives?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The charge is USD 475.00 per person return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Nova Maldives?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Nova Maldives and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, waterskiing and rowing. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Nova Maldives also has a private beach and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near Nova Maldives?
Yes, there are 5 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining and pool views.
Does Nova Maldives have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around Nova Maldives like?
Nova Maldives is on Vakarufalhi Island Beach, a short 1-minute walk from Ari Atoll and 8 minutes' walk from Dhigurah Beach.

Nova Maldives Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Two things stood out: 1) Chef Ali's attentiveness to my gluten allergy. I was treated to bespoke meals (especially desserts) as well as gluten-free options made available at request. 2) The joy of the staff as they did their job, especially their efforts to upgrade me to the finest property available as a solo traveler. The conditions were pristine.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Haesuk, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cherry, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nabila, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Sébastien Elisa, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wir hatten wundervolle Flitterwochen. Das Personal ist super aufmerksam, das Zimmer wird mehrmals am Tag gemacht und die Anlage ist sehr gepflegt, sauber und schön angelegt. Die Beachvillen sind sehr privat gestaltet und haben ihren eigenen Strandzugang. Mit all inklusive kann man viele alkoholische Getränke (nicht alle) und die meisten Speisen im al a carte Restaurant bestellen. Ich kann Nova nur herzlichst empfehlen
Anna, 8-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

Deludente. Mia moglie e’ Rimasta intossicata per il cibo ( in generale di pessima qualità’) ed è’ stata malissimo per due giorni dovendo ricorrere a farmaci che per fortuna avevamo portato con noi. Non metto una stella solo per la spiaggia ( bellissima) e ben tenuta. Per il resto data la vacanza rovinata per via dell’ intossicazione non posso salvare nulla. Sicuramente non merita le cinque stelle e non vale certamente il prezzo pagato di mille euro a notte per un resort che non grado di offrire sicurezza nei pasti offerti.
Luca, 6-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

daniele, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Laurent lucien, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

水上ヴィラに数日滞在してきました。とてもホテルも新しく部屋清潔感があり、スタッフの対応もよく、海も砂浜も最高に綺麗です。オールインクルーシブの朝昼晩ビュッフェの種類はあまり多くないですが十分な量だと思います。食事の評価としては平均的に美味しくハズレは少ないです。お酒はカクテルがおすすめです。 マイナス面は部屋にはスリッパやパジャマなどはないため持っていくことをおすすめします。海に長時間入り冷えた体を温めたいと思っても基本お湯は出ません。また帰りの水上飛行機の時間もチェックアウト前日の夜しかわからないため、帰りの予定が組みづらくマレで一泊して調整しました。
tsutomu, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent resort with lots of wonderful excursions and great foods.
KIYOSHI, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Esperienza perfetta! Struttura recentemente ristrutturata e curatissima ! Personale gentilissimo e pronto a prendersi carico di qualsiasi richiesta ! Per quanto riguarda il cibo nell’isola ci sono 3 ristoranti, due alla carte e uno buffet dove c’è una scelta vastissima di pietanze in più gli chef (estremamente gentili) sono disponibili a soddisfare anche richieste extra ad un menu già vario ogni giorno (in 10 giorni non abbiamo mai trovato le stesse cose da mangiare)!! l’atollo sud Ari è considerato il top alle Maldive ed è vero.. il resort ha una misura giusta ne troppo piccolo ne troppo dispersivo, il reef attorno pieno di pesci, squaletti, razze ecc per gli amanti di immersioni e snorkeling è un sogno …il resort offre vari tipi di escursioni (squalo balena, mante , tartarughe, pesca e altro… noleggio kayak , attrezzatura da sub e snorkeling tutto) a prezzi molto convenienti comparando altre strutture! Cosa importantissima il trasferimento organizzato alla perfezione sia andata che ritorno in circa 20/25 minuti di idrovolante senza lunghe attese ! Un ringraziamento particolare allo Chef Alì, grazie di cuore per la sua premura e gentilezza un vero professionista!
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