Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort with spa, near Thulhagiri Beach
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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

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Reception
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated
Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps

Overview of Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

9,2 out of 10 Superb
9,2/10 Superb

Property highlights

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
Map
North Male Atoll, Vabbinfaru
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach bar
Feel at home
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

Beachfront Pool Villa with Private Pool

  • 110 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Oceanview Villa with Private Pool

  • 110 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Grand Beachfront Pool Villa

  • 132 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About this area

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 11.2 miles/18.1 km
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • sangu garden
  • Ilaafathi Restaurant
  • Naiboli Bar
  • Nika Restaurant

About this property

Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru

A great choice for a stay in Vabbinfaru, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers a free airport shuttle at scheduled times. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, aromatherapy, or Ayurvedic treatments, and international cuisine is served at Ilaafathi, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include a beach bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Russian, Thai, Turkish, Urdu

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Sheets and towels are washed at 60°C/140°F or hotter

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Guest rooms kept vacant for 24 hours between stays
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Hand sanitizer provided
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and through room service
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 48 units

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 2 PM - 11 AM
  • Express check-in/out available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
  • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • No onsite parking

Transfers

  • Free airport shuttle from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Beach bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach yoga
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Sailing
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Shopping
  • Fishing
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (323 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • Built in 1995
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Private plunge pool
  • Furnished patio
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic.

Dining

Ilaafathi - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Sangu - This buffet restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.
Naiboli Bar - This beach cocktail bar serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in EarthCheck, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out:
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 215
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 117.50 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 255
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 137.50 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Boat transfer per adult: USD 200 (return)
  • Boat transfer per child: USD 100 (return), from 4 to 12 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 185 per person, per stay
The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 125.0 per night

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer.

Contactless check-out is available.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service.

Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings.

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.

Also known as

Banyan Tree Hotel Vabbinfaru
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Hotel
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Resort
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Maldives
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Malves
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Resort
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Vabbinfaru
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Resort Vabbinfaru

Frequently asked questions

Does Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Are pets allowed at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
Yes, a free airport shuttle is available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM at scheduled times.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
You can check in from 2 PM - 11 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, sailing, and water skiing. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy other amenities such as private plunge pools and a 24-hour fitness center. Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru also has a sauna and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru?
Yes, Ilaafathi offers alfresco dining and international cuisine.
Does Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a private plunge pool and a furnished patio.
What's the area around Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru like?
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is located a short 1-minute walk from Thulhagiri Beach.

Reviews

9,2

Superb

9,6/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,6/10

Amenities

9,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8,6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant and refreshing experience in the Maldives. Small island but easy to access to all the facilities it provides.
Lingyun, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Yana and reception staff, thank you for your efficiency. Our stay was very short, we will be back. Thank you
Paul Arthur, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

mie, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Everything at the resort was better than I I hoped for. Resort was clean. Staff was excellent and food was very good
6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Hassam who worked for Banyan Tree, Very kindly did a fantastic photo shoot for me around the Island. He did an excellent job very professional. Many thanks Hassam You made my holiday the best with those fabulous pictures.
Diana, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

14-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great, relaxing and lovely staff. Great diving spots nearby. Reef around the island has been greatly affected by climate change . The resort places great effort to help corals recover and other marine conservation activities.
8-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unforgettable Experience
What an amazing stay. I can’t express how amazing this place was. From the daily sting ray sightings to the outdoor bbq dinners we had an spectacular time!
clarese, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great island
Super amazing service!!
Toms, 6-night trip
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