Mirihi Island Resort
Forty-two villas on one of the Maldives' smallest private islands.
A place to stay on Mirihi Island
Formerly Mirihi Island Resort, this five-star property now operates as V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, part of Accor's MGallery Collection. The island is small by design — 42 villas total — which keeps the atmosphere genuinely low-key. A seaplane from Velana International Airport takes roughly 30 minutes, and the resort sits about 105 km from the capital. The house reef runs directly beneath the Water Villas, and Ocean-Pro Diving has access to around 50 dive sites within an hour. Two restaurants, a shoreline bar with more than 120 rums, a spa, and a yoga pavilion fill out the on-island picture.
Is this stay right for you?
A small private-island hotel with direct house-reef access, overwater and beach villas, dedicated butler service, and a strong focus on diving and marine conservation.
Best for
- Divers and snorkellers wanting house-reef access
- Couples seeking a small, low-crowd island
- Families needing multi-bedroom villa space
- Guests interested in marine conservation programmes
Less suited to
- Travellers on a tight budget
- Those needing late-night flights to work with seaplane windows
- Guests wanting a large, activity-heavy resort campus
The island and its reef
Mirihi is one of the smallest private-island properties in the Maldives. The house reef sits steps from the overwater villas, and a 6 km lagoon wraps the island. Water Villa guests can drop in directly from their deck.
Overwater and beach villas
All 42 villas are private. The Water Villas (53 sqm, 30 units) have direct reef access below; Beach Villas (53 sqm, 6 units) sit at the shoreline. The Two Bedroom Overwater Villa with Private Pool adds an infinity pool over the water and runs to 160 sqm.
Dining above the reef
Muraka is an overwater restaurant dining above living coral — tables are few and advance booking is essential. Dhonveli handles beachfront all-day dining with themed evenings including Oriental nights, Italian, and seafood BBQ rooted in an ocean-to-table approach.
AKOYA bar and The Tasting Room
The AKOYA | Sea Lounge sits at the water's edge overlooking the infinity pool, pouring 120-plus rums alongside cocktails and live music at sunset. The Tasting Room is a specialty venue for wine, rum, and chocolate pairings, cooking classes, and visiting-chef evenings.
Diving and marine conservation
Ocean-Pro Diving operates from the island, covering around 50 sites within an hour — manta rays and whale sharks are on the list. Guests can also join Project Hope coral nurseries and take part in the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme.
Spa and wellness
The Mirihi Spa (now branded V Villas Spa) runs massages, facials, and thermal therapies using island botanicals. A dedicated yoga pavilion holds meditation sessions alongside classes.
Rooms & suites
Three-Bedroom Mirihi Maa Beach Suite with Private Pool
sleeps 2
- Private suite
- Free Wifi
Inside Mirihi Island Resort
Amenities at Mirihi Island Resort
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- Room service
- 2 restaurants
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
Getting there
V Villas Maldives at Mirihi is reached by seaplane from Velana International Airport, a flight of approximately 30 minutes covering around 105 km. Seaplanes run in daylight only. Same-day arrival is guaranteed for flights landing at Velana between 06:00 and 15:15. Guests on later flights will need to arrange an overnight near the airport.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
Rated 4.8/5 across 132 Google reviews. Reviewers single out the location and the quality of food, with the beds frequently called out for comfort. The fishing programme draws specific mentions among activity guests, and the buffet at Dhonveli earns consistent praise.
“La tranquilitat, l'illa petita, molt poca gent, el servei, el menjar, la feina de recuperació dels coralls!!! En resum, un paradís a la terra!!!”
“Staff were excellent”
“We spent few fantastic days, pampering and very friendly staff”
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Worth knowing
Your questions
How do I get to V Villas Maldives at Mirihi from the airport?
A seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport takes approximately 30 minutes. Seaplanes operate in daylight hours only. The resort guarantees same-day arrival for flights landing between 06:00 and 15:15.
What happens if my flight arrives after 15:15?
Seaplane transfers run in daylight only. Guests arriving on flights landing after 15:15 will typically need an overnight stay near the airport before transferring the following morning. The resort's concierge can advise on arrangements.
How far is the resort from Malé?
The property is approximately 105 km from the capital and reached exclusively by seaplane. There is no speedboat or domestic flight option listed.
What room types are available?
The property has Beach Villas (53 sqm, 6 units), Water Villas (53 sqm, 30 units with direct house-reef access), a Two Bedroom Overwater Villa (160 sqm), a Two Bedroom Overwater Villa with Private Pool, and a Three Bedroom Beach Villa with Private Pool (230 sqm, kitchenette, butler).
Do the Water Villas have direct reef access?
Yes. The Water Villas are built directly above the house reef and guests can enter the water from the villa deck. The reef is also accessible from the beach.
What are the dining options on the island?
Muraka is an overwater restaurant above the coral reef with a small number of tables — advance booking is strongly recommended. Dhonveli is the beachfront all-day venue with themed dinner nights. The Tasting Room hosts specialty pairings and masterclasses. AKOYA | Sea Lounge is the main bar.
Is diving available directly from the resort?
Yes. Ocean-Pro Diving is the on-site operator, with access to around 50 dive sites within one hour. Advanced certifications are available. Manta rays and whale sharks are encountered at certain sites.
Can I participate in marine conservation activities?
The resort runs two programmes: Project Hope coral nurseries and participation in the Maldives Whale Shark Research Programme. Marine biologist-led snorkelling safaris are also available.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are available, and the facilities list includes babysitting and child services, a kid-friendly buffet, and board games. The Three Bedroom Beach Villa with Private Pool suits larger family groups.
What is included in the villa rate?
Free WiFi is included across all villa types. Butler service is provided throughout the property. Breakfast in the room is available, and 24-hour in-villa dining is on offer. Specific meal plans should be confirmed at booking.
What is the price range?
Water Villas start from around USD 699 per night and Beach Villas from around USD 773. The Two-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa starts from approximately USD 2,185 per night.
Has the resort recently changed its name?
Yes. Mirihi Island Resort has rebranded as V Villas Maldives at Mirihi, now part of Accor's MGallery Collection. The original domain redirects to vvillasmaldivesatmirihi.com.