Kandooma details
“If you’re looking for a stylish sanctuary with that miles-from-anywhere feeling, head for the Kandooma Island Resort.”
Location-wise, this is a tropical island fantasy come true. Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma, the first Holiday Inn in the Maldives, reachable only by speedboat from nearby Male, is a hideaway and a half – all turquoise waters and lush Kandoo trees, hence the name.
And because it’s best known for its sea life, you’re in a great spot to explore the nearby dive sites. Or, if you want to stay a little closer to the surface, the clear waters offer up top conditions for a swim or snorkel. Turtles, mantas, rays and even dolphins, call this stretch of water home, so you’re in for a treat. Plus, Kandooma has plenty dive sites nearby including Kandooma Thila, Kandooma Caves and Kandooma Corner - all accessed by boat..
Back on dry land, meanwhile, you’ll find a collection of low-slung, thatched-roof beach villas. All of them come with large picture windows – because when you’re in such a beautiful spot, you’ll want to invite the outside in. Décor wise, think modern beachside chic - whitewashed floors, crisp cotton bed linen and light muslin curtains. Things are simple, but luxuriously so. Trimmings come in the form of flatscreen TVs, indoor and outdoor power showers, and iPod docking stations. Some villas are dotted around the water’s edge, while others hover above the coral on stilts. Hang out on your own private sundeck or relax in a partially submerged hammock at high tide.
And when only total tranquillity will do, head for the spa. This state-of-the-art wellness centre offers a huge menu of treatments. Drawing on traditional therapies from India, Thailand and Bali, there’s plenty to soothe the soul here. You’ll also find all the usual staples - a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and fully-equipped gym.
Food-wise, there’s a varied mix of Mediterranean and Asian flavours on offer. Think just-caught seafood, varied salads, tapas and sunset cocktails. Plus, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your choice of eats, from moonlit beachfront dinners to cook-your-own-barbecues, à la carte dining to castaway picnics.
Location
• 20m from the beach • 35km from Male International AirportTransfer time
40 mins by speedboat
Swimming pool
• Swimming pool with whirlpool • Pool bar • Sunbeds
Meals
• The Kandooma Café offers international buffet breakfasts and dinner under the stars • The beachside Kitchen restaurant has magnificent views and offers Thai and Mediterranean dishes including seafood • Poolside bar for sandwiches, salads and wood-fired pizzas • The Deck for tapas and cocktails • Bokkuraa Coffee Club for pastries and home made ice cream • Kandooma Lounge for snacks, drinks and movies• 24-hour takeaway service • Home made bread • Wine room • Villa barbecues • Christmas and New Year gala dinners
Activities
• Spa treatments • Massage • Steam bath • Gym • Canoeing • Catamarans • Pedalos • Diving • Snorkelling • Windsurfing • Sailing • Underwater hockey • Fishing • Guided kayak safaris • Pétanque • Beach croquet • Beach volleyball • Nature walks • Pool table • Football • Games room
For families
• Children's pool • Kids' club for 4-12 yrs • Playroom • Playground • Cots on request
Other facilities
• 24-hour room service • Internet lounge • Library • Shop • Laundry service • Iron and board on request • Wi-Fi • Money exchange facilities • Room service • Souvenir shop • Launderette • Minibar in room
Room facilities
All rooms have air-conditioning, indoor and outdoor shower, private living area with day bed and hammock, flatscreen satellite TV, radio, iPod dock, Wi-Fi, telephone, fresh tea and coffee, citrus press, hairdryer, newspapers and garden view. Garden villas have king-size or twin beds.
We also offer Beach Villas, Seafacing Duplex Villas, Sea-view Overwater Villas and Sea-View Overwater Villas with 2 bedrooms.
Beach Villas have king-size or twin beds, an outdoor living area and sea view.
Beach Houses have a king-size bed, diver's area and are located at the water's edge, the bedrooms are located on the first floor with sea views and the living area is on the ground floor.
Sea-View Overwater Villas hover above coral and marine life in the shallow clear waters and have a spacious bedroom with outdoor shower and bathtub, private sundeck with overwater hammock. Minimum age in these rooms is 12 yrs.
Sea-View Overwater Villas with 2 bedrooms have the same facilities as the Villas with one bedroom. Minimum age in these rooms is 12 years.
Rooms:
160
All Inclusive
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner in Kandooma Café • Free alcohol and selected daily cocktails excluding The Kitchen restaurant, room service or minibar from 11.00– midnight • Selected wines, spirits, soft drinks, tea and coffee • Facilities that are not part of your All Inclusive package may incur extra local charges - please see the A-Z Guide
Extra Local Charges
Some facilities may incur extra local charges, please see the A-Z Guide
