Romantic Pool Residence One Bedroom Velaa Private Island Maldives

Velaa Private Island is the realization of a dream to create a ‘beyond luxury’ exclusive boutique hideaway. This unique destination was developed to embody the very best of this unique archipelago, bathed by azure skies in the aquamarine waters of the Indian Ocean.Located in the gorgeous Noonu Atoll, 187 kilometres north of Male, Velaa Private Island is an exceptional luxury retreat where guests are treated like royalty.Velaa Private Island has been designed and curated with privacy and comfort as the guiding principles while allowing the Indian Ocean to take centre stage. At one with nature, each of the private retreats is built using local materials, combining contemporary flourishes with interiors designed for sensory exploration.

Velaa Private Island means ‘Turtle Island’ in the local language – after the generations of sea turtles that have flocked there to nest and hatch. You’ll get a bird’s eye view on arrival by seaplane, and astute guests will notice that the island’s over-water villas resemble the head of a turtle, with the island forming the body.

Once you check into your luxury villa, thanks to the small army of personal butlers and professional staff, your days on the island are sure to be carefree. You’ll have access to some of the best diving spots in the Maldives, as well as plenty of opportunities to enjoy sports, pools, yachts – even a submarine.

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN

Velaa shares its name and its home with the generations of sea turtles that have inhabited the island for countless years. The colours and patterns of a turtle shell make up subtle nuances in the design, while from a broader aerial view, Velaa’s exclusive over-water villas resemble the head of a turtle with the island forming the body. Designed by Czech architect Petr Kolar, the overall design concept is contemporary, yet intimate, with Maldivian nuances.