Shangrila Maldives

Description

Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa, the first luxury resort in the Maldives located south of the equator, offers guests a stylish and luxurious experience in a spacious and boutique-style environment . The natural dense vegetation of the island sets it apart from many other Maldives resorts . The three-kilometre-long island features 12 hectares of lush vegetation, towering banyan trees, 17,000 coconut trees, 45 species of plants, three natural lagoons and nature trails for guest to explore . Each villa has a centralized air conditioning with thermostat control and has the following key features; an iPod docking station, a 40-inch television, a DVD player, IDD telephones with voice mail and wake-up call services, laundry services, well-stocked mini bar, espresso machine, personal safe, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and a pillow menu . The first of its kind in the Maldives, The Villingili Golf Course is nestled on seven and a half hectares at the southern end of Villingili Island . Spectacular sights await at each of the nine holes, mostly Par 3 and averaging of 123 . 4 yards in length . Designed by Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts as a fun, recreational golf course for aficionados and beginners alike, it was developed while keeping the island's natural beauty in mind . A diversity of palms and exotic flora highlight the views of the ocean and the turquoise lagoon along a scenic walking path . Guests will delight in exploring secluded, intimate beach coves on the bordering shores . A Club House offers light snacks and refreshments, and a Pro Shop that carries an assortment of golf apparel, gear and merchandise . CHI, The Spa is located at the highest geographical point on the resort - 2 . 3 metres above sea level . Offering innovative therapies and healthy lifestyle programmes, there is a full-range of spa products and beauty and body treatments based on the ancient Chinese and Himalayan healing traditions, philosophies and rituals . The resort has a well-equipped gym and fitness centre, tennis courts, a water sports and dive center with decompression chamber . Water activities available include wave-surfing, scuba-diving, kayaking, water-skiing, sailing, deep-sea fishing, or a sunset cruise on a luxury yacht . There is a house reef with colourful corals and exotic reef fish . For less experienced swimmers, there are "snorkel gardens" close to the shoreline . Please contact the resort directly at least 7 days prior to arrival to advise international flight details . Mandatory Return domestic transfers are as follows: 01 Nov 2014 to 31 Oct 2015: USD$ 385++ per adult, USD$ 310++ per child (2 to 11 years old) USD $105++ per infant (below 2 years old/no seat or baggage allowance) 01 Nov 2015 to 31 Mar 2016: USD$ 405++ per adult, USD$ 325++ per child (2 to 11 years old) USD$ 110++ per infant (below 2 years old/no seat or baggage allowance) Transfer rates are subject to 10% service charge and 12% GST . The Maldivian Bed Tax of USD 8 will stop being applied on 1 December 2014 . Bookings made less than 3 days prior to arrival, domestic transfer will be subject to availability For arrivals after 10:30 pm, an overnight stay in Male is recommended . Guest staying during New Year's Eve will pay a compulsory dinner charge at USD$500 . 00 per adult and USD$250 . 00 per child subject to 10% service charge and 12% GST, to be paid to the hotel directly .

Amenities

• Airport shuttle
• Family Rooms
• Restaurant
• Free breakfast
• Fitness center
• Swimming pool
• Tennis Courts
• Private dining for groups
• Non Smoking Rooms Availability
• Data port
• High-speed internet
• Dry cleaning/laundry
• Beach
• Luxury
• Resort

Hotel Policies

	Check-in Policy	1400
	Check-out Policy	1200

General Information

Rating

5 AAA