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Baros MaldivesvsVelaa Private Island
Both hotels are recommended by writers. Overall, Baros Maldives scores slightly higher than Velaa Private Island. Baros Maldives comes in at 81 with recommendations from 5 sources like The Telegraph, Mr & Mrs Smith and Fodor's.
Baros Maldives
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Mr & Mrs Smith
Oyster
Independent
PO Box 2015, 20-02
From $832/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "You'll reach Baros, one of the smaller and more secluded of the Maldives resort islands, by a 25-minute speedboat ride from Malé, and although it is slightly more affordable." Full review
Jetsetter "Private island idyll with overwater villas, a house reef and three top-notch restaurants." Full review
Lonely Planet "Understated, sophisticated class jumps out at you from the moment you arrive...This is a great choice for a luxurious and romantic getaway." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Marine adventures are guaranteed at Baros thanks to a staggeringly special house reef." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "Intimate and idyllic, Baros hotel is a boutique retreat in the Maldives with peaceful overwater villas, serious scuba diving and sugary sands." Full review
OysterLuxury
"This property offers a range of experiences and amenities, though for many travelers, the big draw here is the beach, a beautiful stretch of fine white sand surrounded by turquoise water. " Full review
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Staying here doesn't come cheap, and some guests have complained of high extra taxes tacked on to their bills; to avoid any surprises, make sure to double check whether taxes are included when you book online.
Independent "Named one of the world’s most romantic by the World Travel Awards for 10 consecutive years, and it deserves it. Think destination dinners, private cruises and indulgent spa treatments for two "
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Velaa Private Island Lonely Planet The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
20221
From $2,000/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet "The island is a stunner; a perfect circle with beach all the way around, perched above a wide circular reef. There are 43 rooms." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Velaa Private Island is a Maldives hotel offering an astonishingly good restaurant, private pools, white sand beaches, and a range of activities, including tennis, golf and watersports." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Editor's Pick: Hot List 2017." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A tiny, private Maldivian island that manages to fit 45 villas, nine golf tees and the largest wine and Champagne collection in the country." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Velaa has become a byword for personal attention and ultimate luxury...this impressive place is the personal creation of a Czech couple who turned their private-island fantasy into a business." Full review
