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Vilu Maldives
Himmafushi — beach
Hulhumalé · Himmafushi · Gulhi

The Maldives, Unhurried

Four island stays, two restaurants, and a boat that knows the way. The Maldives is better met slowly — from the islands where people actually live.

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A Stay That Feels as unhurried as the Island

We keep the rooms few on purpose. Breakfast is served when you come down for it, the boat leaves when the light is right, and nobody hurries you toward anything.

Dining

Two Kitchens

Vilu Café — interior
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Vilu Café

International · 40+ seats

The main dining restaurant at Vilu Rest seats more than 40 guests and serves an array of international cuisine and beverages. An à la carte menu offers individually priced dishes for each course, and we are known for our drinks list — over 100 of them. For those looking to stay healthy on holiday, we offer an array of lighter cuisine.

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Vilu Royale — restaurant
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Vilu Royale

International · signature tasting menu

A signature five-course dining experience, thoughtfully crafted by our chefs to take guests on a memorable culinary journey. Each course is prepared with attention to flavour, presentation and quality. Whether it's a romantic dinner, a family gathering, a corporate event or a celebration, Vilu Royale offers a welcoming atmosphere with professional service.

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In their words

What Guests Say

Rated 4.0 from 220 reviews on Google

I stayed at Vilu Rest Guest House for 3 nights and had a great experience. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the overall atmosphere was peaceful and relaxing. I want to give a special thanks to Eyasin at the reception — he was incredibly helpful, friendly, and always available to assist with anything I needed. His warm hospitality really made my stay more enjoyable. I highly recommend Vilu Rest to anyone looking for a pleasant and affordable place to stay.
Nuhin SarkerVilu Rest · Google
I stayed at Vilu Rest Hotel with my family for a few nights and absolutely loved it. The café offers an à la carte menu with delicious food — I ended up eating every single meal there because it was that good! The staff, especially Imran, Saif, Abishaik and Dipsana, are amazing, super friendly, and provided excellent service. I highly recommend this place to both locals and visitors for an exceptional dining experience.
NAJVilu Rest · Google
Nice rooms, right on the beach side, 100 metres from the sand. Located in Hulhumalé, everything is close — restaurants, shops, the Central Park gardens, five minutes from the main road. The people that work there are helpful and well-mannered. The food is just amazing; locals also get meals there, which is a good sign. Free shuttle from and to the airport with a private driver. Thumbs up guys!
Guest from Vilu CaféVilu Rest · Google
Before you come

Questions Guests Ask

Can I drink alcohol on the island?
Our hotels are on local inhabited islands, where Maldivian law does not permit the sale or consumption of alcohol. Guests who would like a drink can join a nearby floating bar or resort excursion — our team is happy to arrange it.
What should I wear on the island?
Local islands are Muslim communities, so modest dress is appreciated in public areas — shoulders and knees covered. Swimwear is welcome on the designated bikini beaches, which every one of our islands has.
How do I get to the hotel from the airport?
Hulhumalé is about ten minutes by road from Velana International Airport, and we meet you on arrival. Himmafushi and Gulhi are reached by speedboat or public ferry — around 25 to 30 minutes by speedboat. Tell us your flight details when you enquire and we'll arrange the transfer.
Do you offer airport pickup?
Yes. We run three hotel shuttle vehicles for guest transfers, and also assist with medical visits, ATM runs, Malé office visits and private tours on request.

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