Overview

Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa is the first luxury resort in the Maldives to be located south of the equator.  Offering guests a stylish experience in a spacious, all-villa environment, the resort is surrounded by lush vegetation, including 17,000 coconut trees, and over six kilometres of picturesque coastline with nearly two kilometres of white-sand beaches. 

The resort is a 70-minute flight from Malé and an eight-minute boat ride from Gan Airport on Addu Atoll.

Accomodation

From private ocean retreats to tropical tree houses these villas with sensational views, accommodation is available in five six distinct styles that sets them apart from other Maldives luxury villas, each equipped with an iPod docking station, and many luxurious amenities. 

Pool Villa

The luxury resort's 133-square-metre Pool Villas overlook Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa's lush vegetation, and feature their own private pool, terrace and open-air shower.  Guests at these intimate Pool Villas can enjoy the soothing sound of the waves from the comfort of their bed, catch up on their reading or relax on a day bed on the patio or terrace.

Deluxe Pool Villa

Located in sumptuous tranquility on the eastern side of Villingili island, all eight Deluxe Pool Villas have their own spacious garden and intimate coral beach front, offering unbeatable seclusion and second-to-none privacy.

Nestled in rich vegetation, Deluxe Pool Villa guests can enjoy the stunning views of the gentle rolling ocean from their own infinity pool and wooden sun deck. The bedroom and bathroom look out to the sea, while the spacious patio features outdoor furniture designed for dining under the stars on a balmy evening.

Beach Villa

Luxurious Beach Villas provide a private haven in splendid isolation on a white-sand beach.  Set over two separate pavilions, to one side is a living pavilion, and on the other the bedroom pavilion.  Entry is via a thatched-roof entry gate to a landscaped courtyard leading to the rustic timber door of the villa's entrance.  Every Beach Villa features a private terrace leading to the beach.

Two Bed Room Beach Villa

These luxurious and tastefully decorated villas are located adjacent to one another, making them ideal for families or travelling companions wanting both privacy and proximity.  The Two-Bedroom Beach Villas are set in beautiful grounds and share a large patio and sun deck, complete with an infinity pool.

Ocean View Villa

Perched on stilts three meters above the ground, this luxury accommodation offers guests stunning views of the ocean. Guests can swim-up to the edge of their infinity pool and unwind while contemplating the horizon, or choose to recline on their sun beds and enjoy a heightened sensation of elevation. Rocked by the natural sound of the ocean, guests can also enjoy al fresco dining on the villa's wooden sun deck.

Tree House Villa

With marvellous views of the ocean, Tree House Villas are secluded, private island hideaways.  Perched on stilts among the treetops, amidst dense vegetation, these luxury accommodations provide guests with a memorable stay in a tropical tree house.  At this elevation, privacy is assured as the beautiful, panoramic views unfold like a living canvas of sparkling surf, languid lagoons and verdant vegetation that is home to colourful indigenous bird life.

Villa Laalu

Spacious, stylish and thoughtfully designed, Villa Laalu is the jewel in the resort's crown, with two large, high-ceilinged bedrooms, an extensive garden and everything the discerning guest could possibly require.  Round-the-clock, in-villa dining can be enjoyed in the living room with timber-decked verandahs, or in air-conditioned or al fresco dining pavilions.

Villa Muthee

Like a pearl in its own oyster, Villa Muthee nestles in its own luxurious environment.  From the choicest of decor to the stunning seascapes that surround it, Villa Muthee promises a truly sensational experience.  The only one of its kind at Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa, Villa Muthee is appropriately named. 

Muthee, which means 'pearl' in the local Dhivehi language, is a villa for those craving sanctuary from the fast-paced world in an ambience that offers stunning vistas and absolutely everything necessary for a perfect getaway.

Water Villa

As you laze in your Water Villa on a brilliant tropical afternoon, enjoy the subtle breeze as you reflect upon the distant horizon, where the azure waters meet a sapphire-coloured sky. 

Built on stilts in the resort's lagoon and connected to the island by a timber walkway, each Water Villa has an open and airy atmosphere.  Access to this private haven is via a walkway over turquoise water that teems with marine life.

Dining

Shangri-La Villingili Resort and Spa Maldives restaurants are well catered for eating and drinking pleasures. 

Dr. Ali's

The exceptional Dr. Ali's has three distinctive, Eastern-style living rooms representing the different cultures and cuisines of the Indian Ocean, the South China Sea and the Arabian Gulf.

Javvu

Javvu is the resort's all-day-dining restaurant, featuring quality cafe dining in the day and refined Western cuisine in the evening, including prime steaks and seafood, with a touch of the Mediterranean.

Endheri

Endheri Pool Bar is a stylish spot that offers guests a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere.  Located right on the beach, Endheri is the perfect venue for a complete chill-out, and guests are never more than a few steps away from the ocean.

Fashala

Fashala Lounges serves tempting seafood dinners featuring everything from fresh sashimi, to prawns, to lobster.  Open on selected evenings only.

Manzaru

Manzaru Bar is the perfect spot to people-watch and relax to some chill-out music.  Open, exposed rafters and a limestone carved feature wall with intricate motifs particular to the region give the venue a chic, contemporary feel. 

CHI, The Spa

CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La draws inspiration from the origins of the Shangri-La legend, a place of personal peace, enchantment and well-being.

This secluded sanctuary is located in its own spa village within the resort, with spacious individual treatment villas offering "spa-within-a-spa" environments.  There is also a unique yoga pavilion overlooking the Indian Ocean, and individual treatment villas with private gardens and steam rooms, a changing room and a shower. 

The spa menu offers a selection of Asian massages and Indian Ayurvedic treatments, alongside locally inspired treatments and specific well-being programmes.

Diving

Addu Atoll is an aquatic treasure trove waiting to be discovered; a veritable haven for divers and anyone curious about the underwater world. For resort guests there is excellent diving and snorkelling available for all levels of ability. 

Scuba Diving for both experienced divers and beginners are offered at the resort, including a selection of PADI courses such as Discovery Scuba Diving, Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver and specialty courses among others.

Facilities and Acitivities

Spa, health club, swimming pools, cool zone, laundry and valet service, beach and pool service, baby sitting service, library, high –speed internet connection, wireless internet access, Kids Club, gymnasium.

Tennis, indoor games, water sport center with sailing, canoeing, and water skiing. Extension choice of excursions.

Experiences

Shangri-La Villingili offers two fascinating island tours covering the Addu Atoll and Gan Island's historical sights, sun-set yachting, night fishing and dolphin cruises.