Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa

The 132 rooms of the luxe Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa are spread across a 30-acre island.

Amongst lush tropical planting are ancient banyan trees and swaying coconut palms which provide a luxurious escape for the secluded villas.  The over-water villas make for an incredibly romantic and sophisticated retreat, with their private plunge pools and uninterrupted ocean views. Meanwhile, the twin-bedroom beach villas are perfect for families and the island also boasts a Cool Zone, especially for children.

There are many great possibilities for diving and snorkelling here, as you’d expect from any Maldives resort.  The resort has a dive centre with wonderful coral reefs just off the shore and nearby dive sites include the British Loyalty WWII shipwreck.  But Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa is also a great choice if you’d like to visit local islands – guests here can soak up some of the Maldivian culture as well as the sunshine.

Bicycles are provided so you can explore the island; there are three natural lagoons to discover and, at five metres tall, Mount Villingili is the highest point in the Maldive archipelago.  The resort also boasts its own 9-hole golf course.  The perfect choice for a classic Maldives escape with plenty to see and do.