Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives

Kandoomafushi

, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives

Rated 0 out of 5

From $310 / night

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Overview

Type

Resort

Accommodation

154

Beach Villa

134

Water Villa

Restaurant/Bar

3/2

Spa

Yes

Gym

Yes

Pool

Highlights

Escape to a Tropical Paradise

Beachfront

Family Friendly

Gourmet Dining

House Reef

Kids’ Club

Overwater Villas

Private Pool

Romantic

Spa Retreats

Water Sports

Wellness

Description

Just 40 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport, Holiday Inn Resort® Kandooma Maldives offers the ultimate island escape-where turquoise waters, white sand beaches, and swaying palms set the scene for unforgettable moments.

Stay your way in one of 154 spacious villas with direct access to the beach, ocean, garden, or lagoon.

Dine by the sea with fresh seafood, international favourites, and barefoot BBQs that turn every meal into a memory.

Bring the family and enjoy PADI kids’ diving, surf lessons, the Kandoo Kids’ Club, and our “Kids Stay & Eat Free”programme.

Relax and recharge at Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala-your private sanctuary in the heart of the island.

Create lasting memories in the Maldives at Holiday Inn Resort® Kandooma-where every stay is shaped by nature, comfort, and connection.

Island Information

Location: Kandoomafushi Island

, Kaafu Atoll

Transportation: On-island Buggy / Cart Transfer, Speedboat, Scheduled Speedboat

Island Size: Small

Distance from Malé: 35 km

View: Beach view, Garden view, Island view, Lagoon view, Ocean view, Sunrise view, Sunset view

Property Information

Rating: 4

Brand: IHG – Holiday Inn Resort

Meal Plan: All-inclusive, All-inclusive (Dine Around), Full Board, Half Board

Renovation Date: 2022

Best for: Accessible-friendly, Couples / Honeymooners, Family-friendly, Group

Villas/Rooms

Dining

Be inspired by spectacular views while you indulge in delicious Maldivian and international cuisine from our three restaurants. Start your daily island adventure with our complimentary breakfast buffet.

Experiences

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives offers Free Internet & restaurants and bars on-site. Kids stay and eat free at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives.

Property Amenities

Accessibility

Accessible airport shuttle

Accessible check-in desk

Accessible restaurant/bar

Braille signage

Front entrance ramp

No lift

Wheelchair accessibility

Wheelchair rental onsite

Business services

24-hour business centre

Audio-visual equipment rental

Ballroom / event hall

Computer workstations

Conference facilities

Dedicated event planner

Document printing

Fax service

High-speed Wi-Fi (meeting areas)

Hybrid / virtual meeting setup

Podium / lectern

Conveniences

24/7 medical clinic on site

24-hour concierge

24-hour front desk

24-hour resort doctor

Babysitting/childcare

Bellhop/porter

Board games/library

Currency exchange

Daily housekeeping

Dry cleaning service

Express check-in

Express check-out

Gift shop/newsstand

Laundry facilities

Luggage storage

Private check-in/check-out

Safe at front desk

Tour/ticket assistance

Turndown service

Family friendly

Arcade/game room

Babysitting (surcharge)

Children’s menu

Children's pool

Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Family rooms / suites

Free children's club

Free cot

Indoor play area

Kids’ Club

Outdoor pool

Playground

Private plunge pool

Snack bar/deli

Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Waterslide

Food and drink

24-hour room service

A bar/lounge

All-inclusive meal plan available

Beach bar

Bottled water complimentary

Couples/private dining

Daily buffet breakfast

Floating breakfast

In-room minibar

In-villa dining

Multiple restaurants

Pool bar

Spa (Programs / Services)

Bridal makeup & wedding prep

Massages & body treatments

Meditation sessions

Multi-day wellness programs (detox/sleep/weight)

Yoga classes

Spa (Treatments / Modalities)

Aromatherapy

Body scrubs

Deep-tissue massages

Facials

Foot reflexology

Lymphatic drainage massage

Manicures/pedicures

Prenatal massages

Scalp massage

Thai massages

Spa (Facilities / Rooms)

Couples treatment rooms

Hair studio

Hot tub

Nail salon

Relaxation lounge

Steam room

Treatment rooms

Guest services

Babysitting/childcare

Baggage storage

Concierge services

Currency exchange

Doctor on call

Dry cleaning/laundry service

Wake-up service

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Outdoors

Barbecue facilities

Beach loungers

Beach towels

Garden

Outdoor bar

Outdoor entertainment area

Outdoor furniture

Picnic area

Pool loungers

Private beach area

Terrace

Parking and transport

Airport pickup / drop-off

Bicycle rental

Buggy shuttle (on-island)

No on-site parking available

Speedboat transfer

Things to do

Beach volleyball

Billiards/pool table

Board games

Boat tours

Catamaran sailing

Children's pool

Dolphin cruise

Fishing

Free children's club

Guided snorkel safari

Inflatable boat

Jet ski

Kayaking

Parasailing

Sandbank picnic

Snorkelling

Sunset cruise

SUP

Surfing/bodyboarding

Table tennis

Tennis

Wakeboarding

Water skiing

Windsurfing

Yoga classes

Nature & Wildlife

Dolphins

Lagoon

Manta Rays

Reef Sharks

Sandbank

Sea Turtles

Tropical Fish

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Room Amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning

Blackout drapes

Ceiling fan

Down comforter

Free crib/infant beds

Memory foam mattress

Pillow menu

Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bathrobes

Free toiletries

Hairdryer

Open-air bathroom

Outdoor shower

Private bathroom

Separate bathtub & shower

Shower cap

Slippers

Toilet paper

Towels

Entertainment

Bluetooth speaker

Cable channels

Flat-screen TV

IPod dock

Satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour in-villa dining

Breakfast in-room (on request)

Coffee/tea maker

Free bottled water

Meal delivery service

Minibar

Safety

Carbon monoxide detector

Smoke detector

Smoke-free villas

Window guards

Air conditioning

Balcony

Blackout curtains

Desk

Individually decorated

Individually furnished

Iron/ironing board (on request)

Laptop workspace

Safe

Soundproofing

Turndown service

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Timing

Check In: 14:00

Check Out: 12:00

Pets

Pets are not allowed; service animals are also not permitted.

Smoking

Smoking in designated outdoor areas only (shared)

Reservation

Check‑in from 14:00; check‑out by 12:00. Early check‑in/late check‑out are subject to availability and may incur fees.

A refundable damage deposit of USD 100 is taken on arrival by credit card and is typically refunded within about seven days after check‑out, subject to an inspection of the villa.

A mandatory round‑trip speedboat transfer applies; charges are payable to the property (see your confirmation for the current amounts and any inclusions).

Taxes/fees: the Maldives Green Tax is USD 12 per person per night for resorts; children under 2 at the time of check‑in are exempt (effective 1 January 2025).

Cancellation

Varies by rate plan and dates. Fully refundable rates can be cancelled up to the deadline shown on your booking; advance purchase or promotional offers may be non‑refundable. Refer to the conditions on your confirmation.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome. The resort participates in IHG’s Kids Stay & Eat Free program (typically for children under 13 when sharing with parents and dining with adults; see your offer for exact terms). Select OTAs note up to 2 children up to 12 may stay free using existing bedding.

Rollaway/extra beds may be available (guide charge around USD 85 per night); availability and room occupancy limits apply. Childcare/babysitting services may be offered for a fee.

Card accepted

Accepts credit/debit cards and reserves the right to pre‑authorize the card before arrival.

American Express, Master Card, Union Pay, Visa

Special check-in instructions

Access is by resort‑arranged speedboat approximately 40–45 minutes from Velana International Airport (MLE). A resort representative will meet you on arrival and assist with transfer formalities.

Please provide your flight details in advance so transfers can be scheduled to match your international flights.

Transfers are chargeable; guide rates on OTAs indicate around USD 150 per adult (round‑trip) and USD 75 per child 4–12 — amounts are subject to change and payable to the property.

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Important information

Fees

Green Tax: USD 12 per person, per night; children under 2 at check‑in are exempt.

Transfers: Shared return speedboat transfer is USD 150 per adult and USD 75 per child (ages 4–12) for stays through 31 October 2025; from 1 November 2025 the resort collects USD 160 per adult and USD 80 per child (ages 4–12).

Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per day is collected at check‑in for incidentals.

Festive surcharges: Mandatory Christmas Eve Gala Dinner on 24 December is USD 250++ per adult and New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner on 31 December is USD 350++ per adult; inclusions and child pricing vary by plan.

Optional extras

Spa treatments, diving, excursions, private dining, and water sports are available at additional cost and should be reserved in advance when possible.

Surfing: Guests planning to surf must make arrangements with the resort in advance in order to surf during their stay.

You need to know

Transfers: The resort is reached by a 40‑minute speedboat from Velana International Airport; provide your flight details at least 3 days (72 hours) prior to arrival to confirm transfers.

Check‑in/out: Check‑in from 14:00 and check‑out by 12:00.

ID & deposit: Government‑issued photo ID and a credit/debit card or cash deposit may be required at check‑in for incidentals.