Shangri-La's Villingili Resort & Spa

The 132 rooms of the luxe Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa are spread across a 30-acre island.  Amongst lush tropical planting is ancient banyan trees and swaying coconut palms which provide a luxurious escape for the secluded villas.  The over-water villas make for an incredibly romantic and sophisticated retreat, with their private plunge pools and uninterrupted ocean views. Meanwhile, the twin bedroom beach villas are perfect for families and the island also boasts a Cool Zone, especially for children.  There are many great possibilities for diving and snorkelling here, as you’d expect from any Maldives resort.  The resort has a dive centre with wonderful coral reefs just off the shore and nearby dive sites include the British Loyalty WWII shipwreck.  But Shangri-La's Villingili Resort and Spa is also a great choice if you’d like to visit local islands – guests here can soak up some of the Maldivian culture as well as the sunshine.  Bicycles are provided so you can explore the island; there are three natural lagoons to discover and, at five metres tall, Mount Villingili is the highest point in the Maldive archipelago.  The resort also boasts its own 9-hole golf course.  The perfect choice for a classic Maldive escape with plenty to see and do.