Overview
Experience the wonders of paradise with a Maldives holiday at the exceptional Varu by Atmosphere. Surrounded by pure white sands and the shimmering turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, this 5-star haven of serenity offers a luxury all-inclusive ...
Experience the wonders of paradise with a Maldives holiday at the exceptional Varu by Atmosphere. Surrounded by pure white sands and the shimmering turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, this 5-star haven of serenity offers a luxury all-inclusive experience beyond your wildest dreams. Choose from exquisite beach or water villas, with some featuring their own private pools, and make yourself at home in this enriching exotic playground. When thoughts turn to mealtimes, you will be spoilt for choice by the irresistible dining options. A raft of sublime leisure amenities, including a spa, water sports complex, dive centre and children’s club are also provided. Indeed, with something for all the family to enjoy, you’re sure make memories that will last forever during a magical Maldives holiday.
How far is the nearest beach?
Varu by Atmosphere is an ideal destination for a beach holiday, surrounded by sugar-soft white sand.
Distance from the airport
Varu by Atmosphere is approximately a 40-minute speed boat journey away from Male International Airport.
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Pools
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Restaurant
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Bar
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Gym
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Beach
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Spa
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Wifi
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Kids Club
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Kids Club
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For Families
All-Inclusive
The Varu Plan includes the following:
- Breakfast (7am to 10am), brunch (Tuesdays, 12pm to 3pm), lunch (12.30pm to 2.30pm) and dinner (7pm to 10pm) served at Lime & Chili
- Selection of snacks daily at Bay Rouge (4pm to 6pm)
- Gala dinner every Friday at Lime & Chili (all other dining outlets closed for dinner)
- Asian theme night every Wednesday at Lime & Chili
- Premium brands of spirits, beer and wines at Bay Rouge, Lime & Chili, Charcoal, Nu and Kaage
- Unlimited cocktails and mocktails, signature drinks, seasonal fresh fruit juices, soft drinks, mineral water, tea and coffee available from The Varu Plan Cocktails, Spirits and Beer Menu
- Selection of premium wines from The Varu Plan Wines & Bubbles Menu
- In villa minibar stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks and snacks, refilled two times a day
- 20 per cent discount on first 2 regular dives per guest per four-night stay or more (weather permitting).
- Complimentary selection of non-motorised water sports, including windsurfing, canoeing, stand-up paddle boarding and water bikes. Guests must pass a windsurfing competence check
- Complimentary snorkelling equipment for each guest during stay
- Two snorkelling excursion shuttles daily to nearby snorkelling sites (booking required, weather permitting)
- Full access to the sports and recreation centre, offering fully-equipped gym, indoor and outdoor activities, flood-lit tennis court, badminton and beach volleyball
- An array of daily activities for children at the kids’ club
- Sunset fishing once per stay for guests staying four or more nights (booking required, weather permitting)
- One complimentary excursion per guest, per stay, from a selection (booking required, weather permitting)
- One meal at Kaage (lunch on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday or dinner all days except Friday), Nu (lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday or dinner all days except Friday) or Charcoal (dinner all days except Friday) for stays of three nights
- Two meals at Kaage (lunch on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday or dinner all days except Friday), Nu (lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday or dinner all days except Friday) or Charcoal (dinner all days except Friday) for stays of four to five nights
- Three meals at Kaage (lunch on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday or dinner all days except Friday), Nu (lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday or dinner all days except Friday) or Charcoal (dinner all days except Friday) for stays of six to seven nights
- Four meals at Kaage (lunch on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday or dinner all days except Friday), Nu (lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday or dinner all days except Friday) or Charcoal (dinner all days except Friday) for stays of eight to 10 nights
- One 45-minute spa treatment for guests staying four to seven nights
- Two 45-minute spa treatments for guests staying eight to 11 nights
- Three 45-minute spa treatments for guests staying 12 to 15 nights
- Four 45-minute spa treatments for guests staying 16 to 19 nights
Please note that details, including times and benefits, may be subject to change. Charges may be applied for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities. You will be provided with full details of the all-inclusive programme on arrival at the hotel.
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4.7
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Elena Kubantseva
Overall it was a very good experience. Very welcoming and friendly personal. Our host, Arsham, was responding quickly to our questions/problems. The food was exceptionally good, and drinks options as well, especially wine selection.
It was our honeymoon, and my husband was celebrating his birthday there. For both of these events, we had nice dinners with a cake, and in our villa, nice decorations prepared by our housekeeper Balal. These were very nice experiences.
What could be improved is the isolation of the terrace doors in the water villa. During rains, the water was going inside the villa, and in the bathroom, it was hot all the time. Regarding the personal, overall, we were treated very nicely and well, in case there were some issues they were resolved quickly. However, at the end of our stay, we got the impression that some of the personnel got a bit tired from us (we were there for 10 days, which is quite long). Maybe some of them were expecting some tips from us, although our understanding was that tips are included in the service fee, which is part of the price for the stay. So, I would suggest to the hotel to make it clearer if the tips for services are recommended.
sumz maz
The resort is lovely and lush green. There were bugs in our room and in the bed we had the over water villa with pool costing a little over 1000 $ a night. The food was average but 1 or 2 items in the buffet were good so overall it was fine. The staff was not very helpful especially when we called for the buggy/golf cart...the receptionist Ashtom rudely told us its a complimentary service we dont have to provide it for you...You should be walking!! We had young children with us. So overall i wo t be going back or recommending it to anyone.
Nikola Spasovski
We had the pleasure of staying at VARU by Atmosphere and I must say it was one of the best experiences of my life. The resort is nestled on a private island surrounded by crystal clear turquoise water and pristine white sandy beaches. The moment we arrived, we was greeted by warm and welcoming staff who went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible.
The villas were luxurious and well-appointed, with everything we needed for a relaxing stay.
Our water villa (513) was spacious, luxurious, and had every amenity one could ask for. The private pool was the highlight of the villa, and it was perfect for taking a refreshing dip or lounging in the sun while enjoying the breathtaking views of the surrounding ocean and romantic sunsets!
The staff at the resort went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
The resort offers a variety of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, and other water sports that kept us entertained throughout our stay.
The dining options were exceptional with a wide range of delicious cuisines from around the world. The chefs at the resort are true masters of their craft, and the presentation of each dish was almost too beautiful to eat.
Overall, our experience at VARU by Atmosphere was nothing short of amazing. The beautiful surroundings, top-notch service, and exceptional amenities made our stay unforgettable. I would highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a luxurious and relaxing vacation in paradise.
Chelle D
We loved our stay here. Overall a solid 4/5. Could have been a 4.5/5 if not for the bar which was quite the disappointment.
Our rooms were excellent. We had the over water villa. Perfectly located. Bilal was our housekeeper and he was excellent. Serviced the room twice a day and always did a fantastic job.
Spa treatment was very relaxing. Yulia was my masseuse and she knew how to do her job!
Dinning:
Nu:
Overall good. 3.5/5 for food - lacking flavours, found it a bit bland. 5/5 service.
Chili and Lime:
Overall good. 4/5 for food. We got to experience the Asian night and the global night. Food selection was excellent. Lots of options to please every palate. 4/5 for service. Language difficulties at times. Live entertainment on the Friday night we were there which was really nice.
Bay Rouge:
2.5/5 drinks are very weak even when you ask for a double shot. Service was slow or nonexistent. Often went to the bar myself. Perhaps have some lively music all day or a live band at night. There’s no night vibe. Just not the beach ambience it has the potential for.
Charcoal
4/5. My appetizer was alright. Bland salad. Main was the ribs and it was very good. Dessert was delicious; best crème brûlée I’ve had. Chef nailed the caramel top. Service was excellent. Our server was knowledgeable about the food and offered another app to make up for the bland salad.
Other activities that we did:
Sunset cruise - it was nice, the sunset we had was not great. However the staff onboard truly went out of their way to make up for the lack of sunset. They were amazing.
Snorkeling: this was a fun experience. We got to see some sharks, turtles and more. It was amazing swimming out near the reefs.
Stargazing: was boring and uncomfortable. Sitting on the rock hard boat top and stargazing was uncomfortable. Would have been nice to have the beanbags that we had when we did the sunset cruise. The captain didn’t even pick a good spot to stop.
Getting around the resort: it would be nice if they had shuttles transporting folks through the day. It’s very hot and the signage isn’t great throughout. We did get lost a couple of times. The paths have little to no shade so the walks can be excruciatingly hot. Even giving us the option to use bikes would be nice.
Aparna
We had the most wonderful time in Varu. The whole stay was incredible from start to beginning. We stayed in one of their water villas with a pool. The view from the villa was magical, and the room itself was clean and maintained well throughout. The food was very tasty. We're vegetarians, so we loved the variety of options at the main restaurant. They also had a great array of activities/experiences to take up. We did a couple of snorkelling trips that really made our stay extremely memorable! Overall, highly recommend - staff, rooms, food, experiences all top notch!
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