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About St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort
St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a private island resort offering a peaceful haven, as well as an array of activities to enjoy while visiting the Maldives. The resort is located on Vommuli Island in the Dhaalu Atoll, only 20 minutes away from the Velana International Airport by seaplane. It’s address: Vommuli Island Dhaalu Atoll, 13080, Maldives.
Caviar in the sand
You can expect caviar in the sand to be a highlight of any meal at St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort’s signature restaurant, The Dining Room. The dish is the brainchild of Executive Chef Brian Becher and unites two seemingly disparate cuisines: Russian, which was brought to the resort by its first general manager who hailed from Moscow, and Maldivian, whose dominant culinary style is a reflection of its proximity to both India and Sri Lanka.
A simple but beautiful composition of black caviar, coarse Maldivian salt and a single quail egg yolk on top of hot sand, this iconic dish is served with your choice of champagne or vodka. In either case, it’s an interactive experience that lets you experiment with different flavor pairings and how best to enjoy this light yet decadent seafood delicacy.
Little touches
You’ll be reminded again and again of what makes this resort the best in Maldives: the little touches that make it feel like your home away from home. On our first evening, we were presented with a tray of canapés and cocktails made especially for us by the chef, who had learned during our check-in process that I’m gluten-free. This attention to detail continued throughout our stay: each day, once we returned from breakfast, there was a personalized daily itinerary waiting for us on the coffee table, complete with my name spelled out in seashells.
The staff’s attentiveness extended beyond just the food and drink. They surprised me with lovely gifts throughout my stay—a book to read about local history as well as a bookmark with a note explaining how they had contacted my favorite author to get it signed for me! They also went above and beyond when it came to room service; instead of simply hanging up my clothes after ironing them, they folded them into paper origami shapes of animals native to the Maldives.
Room with a view
- All of the villas at this resort are a stone’s throw from the beach and offer views of the Indian Ocean.
- There are 77 villas in total, each with an outdoor terrace and private butler.
- For those looking for luxury and space, there are 20 to choose from. Each comes with a private pool – some have a double-sized infinity pool designed to look like it blends into the ocean beyond – along with direct beach access.
- The resort also has 11 overwater villas, which include glass panels in their floors so you can watch fish swimming below as you fall asleep. Each comes with its own butler who’s on hand day or night to help out with everything from unpacking luggage to serving up refreshments or organizing a romantic dinner on your terrace.
- The smallest option is the 1-bedroom garden villa, which has 136 square meters of interior space and is decorated using natural materials that fit right in with their surroundings – think white walls made of sandstone and fabrics in natural tones such as beige or brown.
Infinite indulgence
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is an unprecedented luxury experience in the Maldives, a country well-known for its pristine waters and astonishing biodiversity. Employing a combination of technology, traditions, and locally inspired design, this resort offers several unique services and experiences that others could only dream of.
The first of these is the resort’s infinity pool. The designers knew they had to create an experience that would be unlike any other on the island. They therefore started with a clear understanding of their target market: wealthy international travelers who want to enjoy an out-of-this world experience without needing to leave the comfort of their own home or country. Given this group’s desire for indulgence in every area possible—from food to amenities—the resort decided to combine world-class luxury with extreme indulgence by creating a pool that would provide guests with an unparalleled view across the entire Great Barrier Reef from one end all the way to the other .
In addition, the infinity pool at Vommuli provides guests with another unique opportunity: swimming with sea turtles! While there are plenty of places where you can go snorkeling or diving with dolphins or whales on this tropical paradise, it is not possible to swim alongside sea turtles anywhere else in living memory. This is why each guest’s stay includes underwater encounters as part of its service package; for those looking for even more time under water (and who aren’t afraid to get wet), snorkeling cruises are also available.
Underwater wonderland
- The house reef here is home to hawksbill turtles, stingrays, and even whale sharks, making it a favorite spot for snorkeling. Even if you don’t get up close with the wildlife on your first excursion, the resort offers free snorkel equipment rental so you can try again during your stay. For an unforgettable experience, book a scuba diving tour with one of the resort’s instructors. This will give you access to some of the best coral in the Maldives; if you’re lucky, you might see colorful parrotfish or clownfish living among the coral walls.
Conclusion: St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is a true luxury experience
While all these features are impressive and make for an incredible stay, the true luxury of St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is the service offered by its staff. The resort prides itself on offering a highly personalized experience for each guest with their signature Butler Service, which is available 24 hours a day to see to your every need. Whether you prefer your water bottle filled in the morning or need help planning an island-hopping excursion, your butler will anticipate your needs and take care of everything, allowing you to spend less time worrying about logistics and more time enjoying yourself during your vacation. There’s also a daily complimentary afternoon tea served in the lobby lounge as part of Butler Service that offers delicious snacks and sweets using fresh ingredients grown on site, along with an accompanying selection of teas imported from around the world.
Perhaps most importantly, the staff at St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort are genuinely friendly people who interact with guests as though they were old friends instead of paying customers—which further contributes to both their personalized approach to hospitality and overall luxurious feel.