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V Villas Maldives resort: MGallery Collection, the boutique hotel collection within Accor Group’s luxury division has opened its debut in the island paradise. Following an extensive renovation and expansion the V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection is revealed as a distinctive Maldives all-villa resort on the secluded and natural island of Mirihi in the South Ari Atoll.

This luxurious all-villa retreat is where light, time and the ocean flow in soothing harmony. Crafted as a refined ode to Maldivian heritage and natural beauty, this property invites travellers to experience luxury, where every horizon line invites stillness, presence and awe.

V Villas Maldives resort: An oasis of peace and calm

Cradled by turquoise waters and kissed by the equatorial sun, V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection is an intimate oasis imbued with the art of quiet luxury. The resort is an alluring canvas of powder-white sands and crystalline blue-green lagoons. Accessible via a 30-minute seaplane journey from Malé, guests arrive in a world where time slows down and tranquillity takes hold. The property’s 42 spacious villas, including four new luxury overwater villas with expansive private pools, are spread across the crystal-clear lagoon and along the island’s pristine white sandy beach. Each features panoramic ocean views and a private butler service, ensuring utmost privacy and calm. All are conceived to immerse guests in the beauty of the Indian Ocean while embodying the intimacy and personality for which the brand is renowned.

The villas are serviced by a dedicated 24/7 butler, delivering a refined concept of quiet luxury through privacy, personalization, and meaningful connection to nature. Embracing the art of quiet luxury, the resort is deeply rooted in Maldivian heritage. Shaped by ocean rhythms and named after the delicate Mirihi flower, the resort celebrates simplicity, serenity, and soulful experiences across wellness, ocean discovery, and gastronomy.

The island offers a serene return to simplicity and an intentional pause that reconnects guests with themselves. Nestled amid vibrant coral reefs and a tranquil protected lagoon, the villa resort harmonizes with its natural surroundings to create an atmosphere of elegance and effortless comfort.

V Villas Maldives resort: Ocean-inspired architecture

Created by famed experts Studio Gronda, each curve and contour of the property reflects the Maldives’ contemporary artistry. Handwoven lattices filter sunlight into soft golden patterns that dance across textured stones, while coral-inspired ceramics crafted by Maldivian artisans evoke shapes reminiscent of the reef’s living architecture.

The 42 villas harmoniously blend into the idyllic landscape, as though they have gently emerged from the sea and sand. Designed with neutral tones from local pinewood, soft linen textures and smooth timber that glows in the sun’s embrace, luxury exudes in each villa. The Mirihi Maa, the resort’s signature suite, offers expansive indoor-outdoor living with a private pool and direct access to the lagoon, making a sublime escape for families or groups in search of connection and calm.

At the heart of the property stands the sculptural masterpiece: The Coral Ceramic Wall. The Coral Ceramic Wall, glazed in shades of reef blue, celebrates the island’s artisanal spirit and coastal lineage, bringing both the island’s natural beauty and MGallery Collection’s love of design together as one. The Akoya Sea Lounge is designed in calming neutral tones, an ode to the peaceful nature of the island, magnified by the stunning rope chandelier, gently hovering above the lounge.

A culinary symphony of land and sea

Gastronomy becomes an act of storytelling at the property, weaving Maldivian traditions into every dish to create lasting memories.

At Dhonvelli, the all-day dining space, barefoot luxury meets coastal charm. Breezy interiors and open-air terraces invite melodic waves to mingle with laughter and clinking glassware, as guests enjoy delicious, fresh ocean-to-table food made from the finest locally-sourced ingredients. Over at Muraka, the main overwater restaurant, the menu celebrates the bounty of the ocean and dining unfolds as an elegant performance. The signature dish, a freshly caught Maldivian lobster, is flambéed tableside and infused with Muraka rum, coconut curry, kaffir lime, and palm sugar. The result is a sensory symphony of flame, aroma, and spice, evoking the essence of island flavours.

As the day dissolves into coral skies, the Akoya Sea Lounge welcomes guests to linger over sunset cocktails and ocean air conversation. The signature Maldivian Glow, a radiant blend of Mirihi’s own Muraka rum, coconut liqueur, and sun-dried pineapple, invites guests to unwind in the island’s golden hour.

Rejuvenating rituals at the V Villas Maldives resort

Guided by the natural rhythm of the island, the Mirihi Spa is a sanctuary of stillness and renewal, where sunlight filters through gauzy drapes, setting the tone for transformation.

The Mirihi Spa offers an array of treatments that harness the botanical power of island flora, marrying ancient Maldivian wisdom with modern techniques. Guests can awaken the senses with an ocean mineral salt scrub, indulge in an intuitive body massage, or experience the infrared sea bath ritual, designed to restore balance from within. Sound healing ceremonies, guided meditation sessions, and aerial yoga overlooking the water invite deeper harmony between body and sea. The Signature Spa treatment is a transformative ritual inspired by the energy of Mirihi island, honouring the balance of the five elements through a full body massage with warm seashells.

M Moment

Each MGallery Collection property is defined by an M Moment, a singular experience that transcends luxury. At V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection, this is found aboard the Mirihi Thari, a luxury yacht chartered exclusively for guests of the property. The full-day voyage across Ari Atoll is an odyssey into the Maldives’ most awe-inspiring waters. As the yacht slices through glasslike waters, guests can encounter the majestic whale shark, manta rays and graceful turtles, in their natural habitat. Between dives and snorkels, guests can enjoy shaded decks with refreshing drinks and chef-prepared canapés.

V Villas Maldives resort’s purposeful connections

The project is also part of Accor’s ESG pilot program, with sustainability deeply embedded into its design, operations, and guest journey. Shaped by diversity and community, MGallery Collection is committed to creating purposeful connections to the people in every destination. At V Villas Maldives at Mirihi – MGallery Collection, luxury and purpose are intertwined. As part of the brand’s Committed to Her pillar, the resort is also collaborating with Mom’s Aid to support and empower women within the local community.

Owned by VIE Maldives Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Thailand’s Major Cineplex Group, the resort reflects the Group’s continued commitment to creating extraordinary hospitality experiences in Asia’s most iconic destinations. The owner is also behind several celebrated MGallery Collection properties in Thailand, including VIE Hotel Bangkok – MGallery Collection, V Villas Hua Hin – MGallery Collection, and V Villas Phuket – MGallery Collection.

“We are thrilled to launch this exceptional project bringing MGallery brand to one of the most aspirational destinations in the world – following the success of our three flagships in Bangkok, Hua Hin, and Phuket. The MGallery V Villas in Maldives will be a refined shelter, an authentic sanctuary where every stay relies on a deep connection with nature,” says Maud Bailly, CEO Sofitel Legend, Sofitel, MGallery & Emblems.

MGallery Collection currently comprises over 120 boutique hotels worldwide, each with its own unique story. These are establishments are hotels in which guests live an immersive experience, marked by exceptional interiors, an art of the mixology that awakens all the senses, and a well-being focused on balance in everyday life and mindfulness. It is a brand committed to Women but also to local communities, promoting the know-how of surrounding artisans and producers.

Rooms start from 600 USD per night and suites available from 2,100 per night.