May 7, 2021, 10:45 am
Last edit by: jason8612
Hotel email:
[email protected]
Resort Shared Seaplane Transfer:
Prices are inclusive of tax and fees and to be paid upon check-out.
420 USD per adult (12 years and above)
210 USD per child (ages between 2 and 11.99 years)
Baggage
Complimentary for infants (below 2 years)
Standard baggage is30 25kg including hand luggage. Excess weight will be charged at 5.60 USD per kg (per round trip).
Max dimensions are 158 cm and 32 kg. Infants do not have baggage allowance.
Hours
Operate between 06:00 to 16:00.
For check-in, last international flight must arrive at or before 15:30.
For check-out, first international flight must depart at or after 09:00.
Complete Details can be found here.
COVID Related Topics
Testing
Testing available at 120++ USD pp and reservations should be made no later than 72 hours prior to departure.
Quarantine/Isolation Policy
What happens if I test positive for COVID? Current policy can be found here.
Contact Tracing
Where can I find the list of properties under contract tracing? Here.
What happens if a resort is listed under contract tracing?
Guests must travel directly between MLE airport and the property post arrival and pre departure via international flight ONLY.
Inter-island transfers will be ceased and guests will not be able to arrive from, depart to, another island in the Maldives.
Water Sports & Diving Menu
Spa, Beauty, & Fitness Menu
F&B Menu
Latitude Menu
Riviera Menu
Tabemasu Menu
Turquoise Menu
Velaa Lunch Menu
Velaa Dinner Menu
Waves Menu
Wine Master List
Mini Bar Menu
Meal Plans
Prices are inclusive of tax and fees
Bed and Breakfast per night
30 USD per adult (12 years and above)
15 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Half Board per night
95 USD per adult (12 years and above)
47.50 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
Full Board Plus per night
155 USD per adult (12 years and above)
77.50 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
All-Inclusive per night
230 USD per adult (12 years and above)
115 USD per child (ages 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
Details can be found here.
F&B Bonvoy Discounts
General Members & Silver Elite 10%
Gold Elite 15%
Platinum, Titanium, & Ambassador Elite 20%
Full Details can be found here.
Resort Map
Can be found here.
Room total can be found here.
Beach Bungalow and Beach Villa are categorized by location. See the resort map for more information.
Paid/confirmed upgrades
Rates per night as of 08-May-2021
From Sunrise OWV to Sunset OWV 50++ USD
From Sunrise OWV to Sunset OWV w/ pool 250++ USD
Terms
Must be for entire duration of reservation
Requires non-refundable payment at time of confirming
Availability and rates subject to change
Can you apply SNAs at this property? No.
Late Checkout Policy (subject to availability)
General Members: None
Silver Elite: "Priority"
Gold Elite: 2pm
Platinum & Titanium Elite: 4pm
Ambassador Elite: 4pm or "Your24"
Welcome Gift
General Members & Silver Elite: None
Gold Elite: 500 points per stay
Platinum, Titanium, and Ambassador Elite: Welcome Gift: 1000 points per stay OR amenity per stay OR breakfast at Turquoise Restaurant per day for 2 persons (member + 1)
Drone Restrictions
"We strictly prohibit the operation of any type of UAV or drones for any purpose within and above the premises of the resort as our guests' privacy is of our utmost concern. This prohibition extends to devices launched from the resort or from outside the boundaries of the resort. If you wish to take photographs or videos, you may do so at the common areas of our resort."
[email protected]
Resort Shared Seaplane Transfer:
Prices are inclusive of tax and fees and to be paid upon check-out.
420 USD per adult (12 years and above)
210 USD per child (ages between 2 and 11.99 years)
Baggage
Complimentary for infants (below 2 years)
Standard baggage is
Max dimensions are 158 cm and 32 kg. Infants do not have baggage allowance.
Hours
Operate between 06:00 to 16:00.
For check-in, last international flight must arrive at or before 15:30.
For check-out, first international flight must depart at or after 09:00.
Complete Details can be found here.
COVID Related Topics
Testing
Testing available at 120++ USD pp and reservations should be made no later than 72 hours prior to departure.
Quarantine/Isolation Policy
What happens if I test positive for COVID? Current policy can be found here.
Contact Tracing
Where can I find the list of properties under contract tracing? Here.
What happens if a resort is listed under contract tracing?
Guests must travel directly between MLE airport and the property post arrival and pre departure via international flight ONLY.
Inter-island transfers will be ceased and guests will not be able to arrive from, depart to, another island in the Maldives.
Water Sports & Diving Menu
Spa, Beauty, & Fitness Menu
F&B Menu
Latitude Menu
Riviera Menu
Tabemasu Menu
Turquoise Menu
Velaa Lunch Menu
Velaa Dinner Menu
Waves Menu
Wine Master List
Mini Bar Menu
Meal Plans
Prices are inclusive of tax and fees
Bed and Breakfast per night
30 USD per adult (12 years and above)
15 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Half Board per night
95 USD per adult (12 years and above)
47.50 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
Full Board Plus per night
155 USD per adult (12 years and above)
77.50 USD per child (ages between 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
All-Inclusive per night
230 USD per adult (12 years and above)
115 USD per child (ages 3 and 11.99 years)
Complimentary for infants (below 3 years)
Details can be found here.
F&B Bonvoy Discounts
General Members & Silver Elite 10%
Gold Elite 15%
Platinum, Titanium, & Ambassador Elite 20%
Full Details can be found here.
Resort Map
Can be found here.
Room total can be found here.
Beach Bungalow and Beach Villa are categorized by location. See the resort map for more information.
Paid/confirmed upgrades
Rates per night as of 08-May-2021
From Sunrise OWV to Sunset OWV 50++ USD
From Sunrise OWV to Sunset OWV w/ pool 250++ USD
Terms
Must be for entire duration of reservation
Requires non-refundable payment at time of confirming
Availability and rates subject to change
Can you apply SNAs at this property? No.
Late Checkout Policy (subject to availability)
General Members: None
Silver Elite: "Priority"
Gold Elite: 2pm
Platinum & Titanium Elite: 4pm
Ambassador Elite: 4pm or "Your24"
Welcome Gift
General Members & Silver Elite: None
Gold Elite: 500 points per stay
Platinum, Titanium, and Ambassador Elite: Welcome Gift: 1000 points per stay OR amenity per stay OR breakfast at Turquoise Restaurant per day for 2 persons (member + 1)
Drone Restrictions
"We strictly prohibit the operation of any type of UAV or drones for any purpose within and above the premises of the resort as our guests' privacy is of our utmost concern. This prohibition extends to devices launched from the resort or from outside the boundaries of the resort. If you wish to take photographs or videos, you may do so at the common areas of our resort."
Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa, Thilamaafushi, Maldives [Master Thread]
Jun 3, 2022, 4:33 am
#1231
Join Date: Aug 2015
Posts: 162
Slightly off-topic.
There is a small cat named "Pineapple" that likes to camp near Vela restaurant every night. If anyone has a cat treat, please do not hesitate to feed them.
Somehow this poor baby cat was stuck on the resort island (probably stowaway on the vessel during construction) and it looks like the only cat on the resort.
Unfortunately, there has been a lot of rain and wind for the last few days. If you are looking to join the Dolphin cruise, you may need to keep your eyes open.
There is a small cat named "Pineapple" that likes to camp near Vela restaurant every night. If anyone has a cat treat, please do not hesitate to feed them.
Somehow this poor baby cat was stuck on the resort island (probably stowaway on the vessel during construction) and it looks like the only cat on the resort.
Unfortunately, there has been a lot of rain and wind for the last few days. If you are looking to join the Dolphin cruise, you may need to keep your eyes open.
Jun 3, 2022, 9:48 am
#1232
Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Southern California
Posts: 271
We arrived Monday to rain, seaplane was questionable to take off, but we did. Arrived to rain at the resort
Tuesday was pretty stormy and very stormy around dinner time (wind, sideways rain and lightening)
Wednesday thru to Friday, very nice, sunny some clouds in the sky, but perfect
Finger crossed for the rest of our days here!
Tuesday was pretty stormy and very stormy around dinner time (wind, sideways rain and lightening)
Wednesday thru to Friday, very nice, sunny some clouds in the sky, but perfect
Finger crossed for the rest of our days here!
Jun 4, 2022, 3:05 am
#1234
Join Date: Dec 2017
Location: SFO/YYZ
Programs: AC 25K, AS MVP Gold, BA Bronze, UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond, Hyatt Globalist
Posts: 2,470
Arrived today and when I was being shown around the island they mentioned that the past few days have been good but today is particularly good. Water is definitely quite calm.
Feels like it would be pretty cool to watch a storm while relaxing in the bathtub in the OWV here so I wouldnt mind if the weather turns rainy at some point. This is what living in California does to your brain when you grew up somewhere that gets rain.
Ended up doing FB+ and from just having lunch today it already seems like a must. They ended up bringing some garlic bread and a salad in addition to what I ordered and it was honestly too much food.
Feels like it would be pretty cool to watch a storm while relaxing in the bathtub in the OWV here so I wouldnt mind if the weather turns rainy at some point. This is what living in California does to your brain when you grew up somewhere that gets rain.
Ended up doing FB+ and from just having lunch today it already seems like a must. They ended up bringing some garlic bread and a salad in addition to what I ordered and it was honestly too much food.
Jun 4, 2022, 9:14 am
#1235
Join Date: May 2018
Location: YQB
Programs: Aeroplan 35K
Posts: 46
yes, pineapple is very lovely and sociable. The name pineapple was given by guest as thats what it responded to. There were 2 of them. They were intentionally brought to the island to take care of pests. One did not make it months ago unfortunately. We loved petting pineapple everyday
Jun 5, 2022, 9:46 am
#1237
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 37
2 adults and 1 child in the OW?
I've booked 5 nights in the sunrise ow king villa. We are 2 adults and our 13 yr old. When I booked a few months back it showed maximum three people occupancy with the ability to add a rollaway bed. Recently reviewing the booking their site says maximum occupancy is only 2 but it still says you can request a rollaway bed? Can anyone confirm what the latest status is - can three peope stay in this room and what the additional fees are. Do I need to send them an email now to confirm this or can do at check in.
Jun 5, 2022, 11:12 am
#1238
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: SMF
Programs: Bonvoy Titanium, SPG LTP
Posts: 1,526
I've booked 5 nights in the sunrise ow king villa. We are 2 adults and our 13 yr old. When I booked a few months back it showed maximum three people occupancy with the ability to add a rollaway bed. Recently reviewing the booking their site says maximum occupancy is only 2 but it still says you can request a rollaway bed? Can anyone confirm what the latest status is - can three peope stay in this room and what the additional fees are. Do I need to send them an email now to confirm this or can do at check in.
When I booked, I could only reserve for 2 adults. I emailed to add our 10 year old and was told it's an additional $150 per night, but they would only charge us $75. We didn't want a rollaway so I'm not sure if that's why or if everyone gets that break.
Jun 7, 2022, 12:48 am
#1239
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: SFO
Programs: HH, *G
Posts: 120
Have people had success in using gift cards to pay for the sea plane charges? My partner got the 20% off Marriott gift cards, so we're definitely going to take advantage of that! '
I know they said things are charged differently but does that mean two bills? If it's a likely but not guaranteed chance, I might as well put more on the gift card.
I know they said things are charged differently but does that mean two bills? If it's a likely but not guaranteed chance, I might as well put more on the gift card.
Jun 7, 2022, 7:15 am
#1240
Join Date: Apr 2015
Programs: SPG Plat 100
Posts: 48
Have people had success in using gift cards to pay for the sea plane charges? My partner got the 20% off Marriott gift cards, so we're definitely going to take advantage of that! '
I know they said things are charged differently but does that mean two bills? If it's a likely but not guaranteed chance, I might as well put more on the gift card.
I know they said things are charged differently but does that mean two bills? If it's a likely but not guaranteed chance, I might as well put more on the gift card.
Jun 9, 2022, 5:18 am
#1242
Join Date: Apr 2015
Programs: SPG Plat 100
Posts: 48
We recently completed second stay here, both were 11 nights long. I don't want to repeat what others have already wrote. But in short we are very happy with our experience here and are already booked for next February.
Some things that I have not seen mentioned in this thread:
- They will be opening second part with OWVs in Q3, but not in July. They are not in rush due to lower season, plus they use this time to add more pools to OWV. If I heard correctly there would be additional 7 OWV with pools
- They plan to expand Riviera, to have dining option there (Spanish cuisine / Tapas). During the day it will continue to be adults only place and for dinners families will be allowed (that how I understood it).
Something that others mentioned, but I want as well - staff is simply amazing. I think we have not met a single employee that wouldn't be friendly and helpful. Hard to mention everybody, but we got great help from Ein and Ammu from front desk, my wife loved private yoga classes with Tia and our kids got great care at kids club from Angelika and Sandy. Before arrival I was in contact with Apple who answered my numerous questions around F&B and helped to plan our food activities on the island.
Some things that I have not seen mentioned in this thread:
- They will be opening second part with OWVs in Q3, but not in July. They are not in rush due to lower season, plus they use this time to add more pools to OWV. If I heard correctly there would be additional 7 OWV with pools
- They plan to expand Riviera, to have dining option there (Spanish cuisine / Tapas). During the day it will continue to be adults only place and for dinners families will be allowed (that how I understood it).
Something that others mentioned, but I want as well - staff is simply amazing. I think we have not met a single employee that wouldn't be friendly and helpful. Hard to mention everybody, but we got great help from Ein and Ammu from front desk, my wife loved private yoga classes with Tia and our kids got great care at kids club from Angelika and Sandy. Before arrival I was in contact with Apple who answered my numerous questions around F&B and helped to plan our food activities on the island.
Jun 9, 2022, 11:16 am
#1243
Join Date: Mar 2016
Posts: 34
We recently completed second stay here, both were 11 nights long. I don't want to repeat what others have already wrote. But in short we are very happy with our experience here and are already booked for next February.
Some things that I have not seen mentioned in this thread:
- They will be opening second part with OWVs in Q3, but not in July. They are not in rush due to lower season, plus they use this time to add more pools to OWV. If I heard correctly there would be additional 7 OWV with pools
- They plan to expand Riviera, to have dining option there (Spanish cuisine / Tapas). During the day it will continue to be adults only place and for dinners families will be allowed (that how I understood it).
Something that others mentioned, but I want as well - staff is simply amazing. I think we have not met a single employee that wouldn't be friendly and helpful. Hard to mention everybody, but we got great help from Ein and Ammu from front desk, my wife loved private yoga classes with Tia and our kids got great care at kids club from Angelika and Sandy. Before arrival I was in contact with Apple who answered my numerous questions around F&B and helped to plan our food activities on the island.
Some things that I have not seen mentioned in this thread:
- They will be opening second part with OWVs in Q3, but not in July. They are not in rush due to lower season, plus they use this time to add more pools to OWV. If I heard correctly there would be additional 7 OWV with pools
- They plan to expand Riviera, to have dining option there (Spanish cuisine / Tapas). During the day it will continue to be adults only place and for dinners families will be allowed (that how I understood it).
Something that others mentioned, but I want as well - staff is simply amazing. I think we have not met a single employee that wouldn't be friendly and helpful. Hard to mention everybody, but we got great help from Ein and Ammu from front desk, my wife loved private yoga classes with Tia and our kids got great care at kids club from Angelika and Sandy. Before arrival I was in contact with Apple who answered my numerous questions around F&B and helped to plan our food activities on the island.
Jun 10, 2022, 12:57 pm
#1244
Join Date: Apr 2022
Location: SFO
Programs: HH, *G
Posts: 120
For those staying in an overwater villa - was it that far to get to the house reef? And do you have to pay if you want to use the shuttle?
I am trying to plan for what activities we might want to do in a couple of weeks.
Also has anyone done the "Local Island Tour" It's two hours and $80. but I can't find much info about it.
For those who are curious, this is the June "experiences" chart that was shared with me:
I am trying to plan for what activities we might want to do in a couple of weeks.
Also has anyone done the "Local Island Tour" It's two hours and $80. but I can't find much info about it.
For those who are curious, this is the June "experiences" chart that was shared with me:
Jun 10, 2022, 1:12 pm
#1245
Join Date: May 2018
Location: YQB
Programs: Aeroplan 35K
Posts: 46
For those staying in an overwater villa - was it that far to get to the house reef? And do you have to pay if you want to use the shuttle?
I am trying to plan for what activities we might want to do in a couple of weeks.
Also has anyone done the "Local Island Tour" It's two hours and $80. but I can't find much info about it.
For those who are curious, this is the June "experiences" chart that was shared with me:
I am trying to plan for what activities we might want to do in a couple of weeks.
Also has anyone done the "Local Island Tour" It's two hours and $80. but I can't find much info about it.
For those who are curious, this is the June "experiences" chart that was shared with me: