Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
Male City, North Male Atoll, 08110 Male, 08110 Malé, Maldives – Excellent location – show map
The villa design is amazing, the staff is very helpful, and good variety of activities. The location is close to the airport. It’s just around 20 mins boat trip.
Saudi Arabia
Far removed from urban living and nestled on a gorgeous island in the North Malé Atoll, a luxurious beach holiday awaits, just 25 minutes by speedboat from Male International Airport, at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru Round Trip to the Airport. It has free WiFi access throughout the property including all rooms. Vabbinfaru's exquisite set of villas feature a modern Maldivian styling that incorporates thatched roofs and rustic worn-wood elements. Despite traditional appearances, each villa is equipped with a host of modern amenities like flat screen TVs, both outdoor and indoor showers and more. Tea/coffee making facilities are available in the rooms. All villas are merely steps away from the white sandy beaches, and every villa comes fully furnished with private plunge pool and jet pool. Banyan Tree Spa Vabbinfaru features a relaxing menu of massage treatments and beauty therapies. The resort offers watersports and a diving center offering rental of snorkeling equipment, dove trips and guided catamaran excursions. The property also houses a marine laboratory. Maldivian cuisine, fresh seafood and international dishes are served at the beachfront Ilaafathi Restaurant, Madi Hiyaa and Sangu Garden Restaurant. For additional dining/activity variety, guests are able to travel to Dhawa Ihuru, 5 minutes away by speedboat, where they can dine at Riveli and The Velaavani Bar, and snorkel in the house reef.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Spa
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
Sustainability certification
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Abdulaziz
Saudi Arabia“The villa design is amazing, the staff is very helpful, and good variety of activities. The location is close to the airport. It’s just around 20 mins boat trip.”- Faisal
Kuwait“The size if the island is perfect, and the staff as well, specially a lady at the reception called Hanna.” 
Imran
United States of America“The beachfront villas are amazing. Firstly, they are right on beach, with personal Cabana which is amazing to lay in shade during daytime and enjoy the ocean! Secondly the plunge pool is completely private... Food variety is very good with on...”
Area info
Restaurants2 Restaurants On Site
- Ilafathi
- CuisineInternational
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Madi Hiya
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forLunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsHalal • Kosher • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
Resort facilities at Banyan Tree VabbinfaruGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Spa
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Private beach area
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Pool view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- Private pool
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Patio
- Garden
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Cooking classAdditional charge
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Snorkeling
- DivingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Ping-pong
- FishingAdditional charge
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Board games/Puzzles
- Daily housekeeping
- Suit pressAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Saltwater pool
- Pool bar
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Foot bath
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Makeup services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/JacuzziAdditional charge
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Arabic
- English
- French
- Hindi
- Indonesian
- Thai
- Filipino
- Turkish
- Chinese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Please take note that the property can assist in arranging for transfers from Male International Airport.
Please share your flight details with the property at least 2 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for the transfer.
The property can be reached by a speedboat transfer
1) The property offers a speedboat transfer from Male' International airport
Please note that the private speedboat rates are not included in the booking price and will be charged additionally
Please note that a Green Tax of USD 6 per child, per night is applicable additionally. This tax is already calculated and included in the booking price for adults.
Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in / making the payment at the hotel. Please note that property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Due to safety and privacy concerns, the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones by any of the guests including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists is prohibited.
Mandatory Gala Dinner Charges
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 280
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 140 (from 3 to 11 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 340
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 170 (from 3 to 11 years old)
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru
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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness center
- Massage
- Snorkeling
- Ping-pong
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Windsurfing
- Evening entertainment
- Beachfront
- Beauty services
- Beach
- Facial treatments
- Cooking class
- Makeup services
- Swimming pool
- Hair treatments
- Water sports facilities on site
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa facilities
- Steam room
- Private beach area
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Foot bath
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples' massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Fitness
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru has 2 restaurants:
- Ilafathi
- Madi Hiya
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Room options at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru include:
- Double
- Villa
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Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is 10.6 miles from the center of Malé. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Vegetarian
- Halal
- Gluten-free
- Asian
- American
- Buffet
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru on this page.
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Yes, Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is popular with guests booking family stays.
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The prices at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Check-in at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
