Nala Veli Beach & Spa
Nala Veli Beach & Spa
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Prime Beachfront Location
Direct access to Ukulhas' famous Bikini Beach with powder-soft sand and house reef access.
Renovated Wellness Spa
Full-service spa offering Maldivian coconut scrubs, aromatherapy, and couples' treatment rooms.
Diverse Culinary Options
Restaurant serving Indian, Italian, seafood, and BBQ with vegetarian and halal-certified menus.
Family-Friendly Facilities
Ground-floor family rooms, kids' menu, and shallow lagoon area safe for children.
Prices for Nala Veli Beach & Spa
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Halal-friendly features — Nala Veli Beach & Spa
- ✓Halal food served · All restaurant menus fully Halal certified
- ✓Prayer facilities · Prayer mats in rooms; mosque nearby
- ✓Alcohol-free island · No alcohol sold or permitted on Ukulhas
- ✓Designated bikini beach · Segregated swim area for guest privacy
- ✓Bidet amenities standard · Hand-held bidets in all private bathrooms
- ✓Family privacy ensured · Ground-floor units with private garden seating
Nala Veli Beach & Spa
Nala Veli Beach & Spa is a contemporary 4-star hotel situated on the eastern shore of Ukulhas Island in North Ari Atoll. Opened in 2019 and renovated in 2023, it offers one of the best beachfront positions on the island's designated 'Bikini Beach', providing guests with the rare Maldivian local island experience of swimming and sunbathing in swimwear directly from the property.
The hotel features 36 modern rooms and suites designed with a light, tropical aesthetic. All units include air conditioning, private bathrooms with bidets (shataaf), and private balconies or terraces. Ground-floor Family Suites offer direct garden-to-beach access, ideal for families or guests with mobility considerations.
Dining is centered around the open-air Nala Veli Restaurant, which serves a diverse buffet breakfast and an extensive à la carte menu for lunch and dinner covering Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, and fresh local seafood grills. The adjacent Sunset Bar serves premium coffees, fresh tropical juices, and mocktails. As Ukulhas is an inhabited local island, the property and island are strictly alcohol-free and fully Halal, aligning with Maldivian cultural norms.
Location
Orchid Magu, 09030 Ukulhas, Maldives
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Important Notes
extra person charges
Extra bed for adults (12+): USD 50/night incl. breakfast. Children 0-11 free on existing bedding.
check in requirements
Passport copy required at check-in. Tourist visa on arrival (30 days) issued at Malé airport for most nationalities.
special requests
Dietary requirements (vegan, gluten-free, allergies), bed type preference, romantic setup, excursion pre-booking. Request via 'Special Requests' box at booking or email directly.
payment details
Card payments processed in USD. Local currency (MVR) accepted at front desk. No surcharge for card payments.
accepted payments
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Cash (USD / MVR)
cashless transactions
Card preferred for incidentals. USD cash accepted for tips/small purchases.
safety features
- CCTV in public areas
- In-room electronic safe
- 24-hour security guard
- Fire extinguishers & smoke detectors
- Life jackets available at beach/reception
- First aid kit at reception
- Doctor on call (Ukulhas Health Center 5 mins)
property suitability for children
Highly suitable. Shallow protected lagoon at Bikini Beach, kids' menu, high chairs, cots, family rooms, minimarket for snacks/diapers. No kids' club or pool.
cultural norms note
Ukulhas is a inhabited local island. Bikini/swimwear strictly restricted to designated Bikini Beach (in front of hotel). Modest dress (shoulders/knees covered) required in village, mosque, harbor, and public areas. Alcohol prohibited island-wide. Respect prayer times (5x daily); music lowered during Adhan.
Services & Amenities
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Spa & wellness centre
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Live music/performanceAdditional charge
- Themed dinner nightsAdditional charge
- Beach
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- FishingAdditional charge
- Seating area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Restaurant (1 on site)
- Nala Veli Restaurant — Open-air beachfront dining. Serves buffet breakfast (Continental, American, Vegetarian) and à la carte lunch/dinner. Cuisines: Indian, Italian, Seafood, Local Maldivian, BBQ Grill.
- Beach BBQ Dinner (Seafood & Grill)
- In-Villa Dining (International)
- Sunset Beach Bar (serves fresh juices, mocktails, coffee, tea, soft drinks; no alcohol per local island law)
- Internet services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- Baby safety gates
- Child safety socket covers
- Babysitting/child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Trouser pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centreAdditional charge
- Meeting/banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Minimarket on site
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Tile/marble floor
- Private entrance
- Heating
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Barber/beauty shop
- Ironing facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Wake up service/Alarm clock
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit wheelchair accessible
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Fitness
- Massage chair
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa & wellness centreAdditional charge