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5.0 out of 5

"VARU was dreamy! I typically won't do two trips to the same place (unless family is involved) because there's so many places I want to see BUT I ma ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 06 Mar 2023

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Hotel Description

5-star beachfront property with 4 restaurants

On the beach

Within the region of this Madivaru property, you'll find Paradise Island Beach and Hulhumale Beach. Maldives Islamic Centre and Hulhumale Ferry Terminal are also in the region.

All-inclusive

A full-service spa, 4 restaurants, and an outdoor pool are all featured at this all-inclusive property. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and a playground, and families will appreciate the onsite laundry facilities. Enjoy the 24-hour gym and free perks like buffet breakfast and WiFi in public areas.

Basic Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
CA $872* Per night/room 15 May - 16 May

Luxury Villa, Private Pool

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Luxury Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Basic Villa

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Suite

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Water Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive

Everyone (1)
5 out of 5
VARU was dreamy! I typically won't do two trips to the same place (unless family is involved) because there's so many places I want to see BUT I may just have to go back to VARU it was so good! I had a villa with private pool over the water and it was spectacular! I loved how quiet and private it was, despite having neighbors on both sides. It was exactly as pictured online. The staff at VARU were great but specifically the following four: Arsham (room host): he was very knowledgeable, offered sound advice when I was choosing my excursions and booked them accordingly. Janaka (room attendant): kept my room so clean and put together and was so kind when he would see me in passing. You could tell he took pride in his job. Anamika (Chili & Lime): she has this amazing smile and was so nice to greet me every time she was working, even if I wasn't her table. Her attention to detail and excellent service should be noted! Janani (Chili & Lime): always had a smile on her face and greeted most of the guests by name. She always made me feel like I was just as important as the couples and families. I really appreciated that although the resort was filled with families and couples that I didn't feel like an outcast as a solo female traveler. I was seated where I requested and given the same outstanding service as everyone else.

Posted by on 6 Mar. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

6 Mar. 2023 by Philippe

Dear Britanny, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your positive review on Expedia.We appreciate your wonderful comments on our overall services and facilities offered in the resort as we continue to do our utmost to exceed our guest’s expectations. I have shared your commendation with our mentioned colleagues.We look forward to welcoming you back to the resort soon. With warm regards,Philippe Claverotte, Vice President Operations & General Manager

About the VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive with Free Transfers

Location North Male, Madivaru,

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities included
  • Additional gratuities accepted
  • Minibar (all beverages included)
  • Kayaking included
  • Rowing/canoeing included
  • Snorkeling excursions included
  • Tennis included
  • Volleyball included
  • Yoga classes/lessons included
  • Aerobics classes/lessons included
  • Bartending classes/lessons included
  • Childcare not included
  • Scuba diving excursions not included
  • Scuba diving certification not included
  • All meals served buffet-style
  • A la carte or gourmet dining is limited
  • Number à la carte or gourmet meals - 1
  • Water fitness classes/lessons included
  • All available beverages included
  • Scuba diving lessons not included
  • Windsurfing equipment not included
  • Minibar beverages - restrictions apply
  • Tennis rackets included
  • Kids club included

Property Features

VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities. VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There are 4 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour fitness center, a sauna, and spa services are also featured at the luxury VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Madivaru property.

  • 108 guestrooms or units
  • 4 dining venues
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor tennis courts - 1
  • Children's club (free)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Room Amenities

VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive offers 108 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with single sofa beds. Tempur-Pedic beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. 41-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. This Madivaru property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

  • Sitting area
  • Tempur-Pedic beds
  • Pull-out sofa bed
  • Stocked minibar (free)
  • In-room dining (limited hours)
  • LED television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Egyptian cotton linens
  • Separate shower and tub
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste

Food & Drink

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily.

Lime & Chili - This beachfront buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

NU - This theme restaurant overlooks the ocean and specializes in seafood. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Charcoal - This theme restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Kaage - This theme restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Bay Rouge - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Spa Services

  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Number of treatment rooms 6
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Massages
  • Hot stone massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Swedish massage
  • Steam room in spa
  • Thai massage
  • Sports massage

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at midnight

Special check-in instructions:

Guests must transfer via boat to the property. Guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Guests must arrange return transfers from the property to Male International Airport via speedboat. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 7 days before their expected departure. Speedboat transfers are included and do not need to be paid separately.

To get to the property, guests need to transfer by boat. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel at the number on the booking confirmation. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at VARU by Atmosphere - All Inclusive

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No elevators
  • Service animals not allowed
  • UnionPay
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Car not required
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff does not wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner
  • No gap period between guest stays
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 24 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Awards & Affiliations

  • Green Globe
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