VARU by Atmosphere

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Imagine this - waking up in a private piece of paradise in the Indian Ocean, surrounded by palm trees and soft white sand. You don't need to imagine that when you're at VARU. But it's not just about spending your days relaxing in the warm sun by the pool or on the beach, you can spend your days trying out the action-filled water sports, snorkelling on the two included excursions per day you can take a dive and see the wonderful sea life as many times as you like. All of that is topped off with a choice of 4 restaurants including 3 fine dining options, such as Kaage the award winning Maldivian restaurant, NU serving Mediterranean Sea Food and Charcoal Beach Grill all part of the plan based on length of stay, plus luxury spa treatments included based on length of stay and more. And that's before you step into your own private villa, complete with your own pool if you wish. Staying with the family, then upgrade to one of the magnificent Majlis Suite Villas, complete with 3 bedrooms and private pool and garden.

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • Babysitting service
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool

Where is it

Situated in North Male Atoll. Speedboat transfer time from Male International airport: 40 minutes, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Hotel information

108 villas and suites, all with private terrace, TV, bathrobes and slippers, beach bag, complimentary WiFi access, mini-bar and wine fridge (replenished daily), and tea/coffee-making facilities. Beach Villas are 75sqm and are located overlooking the beach, with an open-air bathroom, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

VARU Plan includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Premium brands of spirits, beer, cocktails and wines at Bay Rouge, Lime & Chili, and three speciality restaurants: Charcoal, Nü and Kaagé. Champagne welcome drink on arrival. In-villa mini-bar stocked with beer, soft beverages, and a selection of snacks as well as an exclusive wine chiller – replenished daily. Gala dinners every Friday at Lime & Chilli with food, cocktails and beverages, and live entertainment. Themed brunches and live cooking stations. Full access to the Sports and Recreation Centre, with weekly activities including yoga and pilates. Complimentary use of non-motorized water sports, snorkelling equipment, and two snorkelling excursions daily (on pre-registration basis, weather permitting). Complimentary excursion (sunset cruise or stargazing cruise) and sunset fishing trip (once per stay, for stays of four or more nights only, terms and conditions apply). One complimentary 45-minute spa treatment (applicable for adults over the age of 15 years only, only valid on stays of four or more nights). 20% discount on first two regular dives (on pre-registration basis, weather permitting). 

Please note: dining in the speciality restaurants is dependent on the length of stay. For a stay of 3 nights: one meal per stay, 4-5 nights: two meals per stay, 6-7 nights: three meals, and 8-10 nights: four meals per stay. 

Please note: all-inclusive ceases at 11am on the day of departure.


Room upgrades

Beach Villas with Pool are 90sqm and are on the beachfront, with a private pool on the verandah, an open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 people.

Water Villas are 93sqm and are located on the water with steps down into the lagoon, a glass-enclosed rain shower and bathtub with views of the lagoon, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Water Villas with Pool are as above, but have a 10 square metre private pool on the deck, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Two Bedroom Beach Villas are located near the Lime & Chili Restaurant, just steps away the beach. Ideal for families with 2 king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 3 children, or 2 adults and 4 children.

Two Bedroom Beach Villas with Pool are 170sqm and are on the beachfront, with a private beach garden, a private pool on the verandah, an open-air bathroom and 2 king-size beds, sleeping 4 adults and 2 children or 3 adults and 3 children, or 2 adults + 4 children.

Water Suite with Pool is 155sqm and is located on the water at the end of a wooden jetty with uninterrupted sunset views, with steps down into the lagoon, private pool on the deck, glass-enclosed rain shower and bathtub with views of the lagoon, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Majlis Suite is 329sqm and is located on the beach front with a private terrace opening out to the beach, 45-metre private plunge pool, a separate living and dining room and mini-library, two bathrooms, and 2 king-size beds, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 3 children, or 2 adults and 4 children.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 31 Dec '24 to receive up to 15% off the accommodation cost between 1 Nov '24–17 Oct '25. 

    Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. Terms and conditions apply. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 11 Feb '25 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 16 Jan–20 Dec '25. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

LIME & CHILI (International buffet restaurant with live cooking stations, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner), NÜ (over-water à la carte Mediterranean seafood restaurant, open for lunch on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Dinner every day except Friday), CHARCOAL (à la carte beach grill, open for dinner every day except Friday), KAAGÉ (Maldivian cuisine, open for lunch on Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday, and dinner every day except Friday), BAY ROUGE (pool bar open for drinks throughout the day, serving snacks daily from 4.00pm-6.00pm).

Daily DJ music or live entertainment. Engaging events organised on a weekly or seasonal basis. Indian Ocean Gala Dinner every Friday, and themed brunch on Tuesdays with live music and performances. 

Outdoor swimming pool. ELENA over-water spa* with a range of treatments*, single use steam sauna pod, saltwater infinity pool, salon, and relaxation area. Air-conditioned gym. Yoga. Pilates. Snorkelling, windsurfing (guests must clear a windsurfing competence check), kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, sailing, and water bikes. Motorised water sports*. PADI certified scuba diving*. Tennis court, beach volleyball, badminton, table tennis (floodlighting*), billiards. On The Move Kids Club. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Concierge. 

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A lovely holiday!

Dec 25, 2024 Joe D

Staff was excellent. Facilities were amazing. The spa was awesome- Arjun gave the best massage I’ve ever had. He’s very in tune with his clients and gives a great experience. I can’t recommend his services enough. Manoj in the Lime Chili restaurant was also great. And my favorite bartender was Ashila!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Exceptional stay at Varu Atmosphere

Dec 23, 2024 doshivaibhav90 Mumbai, India

We are a Jain family with kids, and our stay at Varu Atmosphere has been nothing short of exceptional. Head Chef Koushik Ghosh and Sous Chef Gurmeet went above and beyond to cater to all our dietary needs, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Our daughter had a great time with the activities planned at the Play Area. The overall staff at Varu… Read more
We are a Jain family with kids, and our stay at Varu Atmosphere has been nothing short of exceptional. Head Chef Koushik Ghosh and Sous Chef Gurmeet went above and beyond to cater to all our dietary needs, ensuring a delightful dining experience. Our daughter had a great time with the activities planned at the Play Area. The overall staff at Varu Atmosphere were incredibly attentive and hospitable, making our vacation truly special. Particularly, Rishi, our server at Bay Rouge, and Munna from housekeeping, made every effort to make our stay comfortable and memorable. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not five star resort but excellent hospitality from staff

Dec 23, 2024 Vipul G Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Stayed in water villa at manta bay Jetty. Staff provided great hospitality especially Ms Nadi who made sure that we had all comfort during our stay. Rest of staff in bay lounge and house keeping Mr jay were very courteous Food at line and spice had good variety and great taste. Considering property the resort isn’t 5 star at all. Water villa… Read more
Stayed in water villa at manta bay Jetty. Staff provided great hospitality especially Ms Nadi who made sure that we had all comfort during our stay. Rest of staff in bay lounge and house keeping Mr jay were very courteous Food at line and spice had good variety and great taste. Considering property the resort isn’t 5 star at all. Water villa vibrate especially in night and the rooms are not 5 star level. Since Resort is built on man made island so it has small pockets of beach. The resort in all was not vibrant for holiday feeling. Would give 5 star to staff hospitality and food but would not recommend property if I have to pay price of five star resort Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolutely amazing

Dec 21, 2024 Passenger26532263027 Melbourne, Australia

This was honestly the best holiday I've ever been on, all the staff were super friendly and nice, especially my host Bella who was incredibly patient and speedy with our requests as well as the snorkelling and boat team and the staff at Kaagé. The snorkelling trips are unmissable, as it is an amazing way to directly connect with the magnificent… Read more
This was honestly the best holiday I've ever been on, all the staff were super friendly and nice, especially my host Bella who was incredibly patient and speedy with our requests as well as the snorkelling and boat team and the staff at Kaagé. The snorkelling trips are unmissable, as it is an amazing way to directly connect with the magnificent sea creatures of Maldives. We stayed in a water with pool villa, and the view from our villa was absolutely beautiful, waking up to it is lovely. The food was delicious too, especially Kaagé, would 100% recommend dining there. It offers really authentic Maldivian dishes and experiences. I would recommend living in a water villa if one loves snorkelling, as there are always small fish around those villas. Read less
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Dec 19, 2024 Kulaithem A

We booked a water villa turtle side and we loved it. They offered us the most private room. The food is great as well with many selections. The island is clean and big you can walk around after dinner. Only small note the villas could use some refurbishment some of the wood is outdated but so far so good