Kandolhu Island Maldives
Overview
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Highlights
Authentic hospitality meets laidback luxury
Description
Even in the Maldives, an island so perfectly formed as Kandolhu is rare. The island is lush, with wide sandy beaches surrounding the emerald green and is home to one of the most colourful and lively house reefs in the Maldives.
Located 70 kilometres south west of Male’ in North Ari Atoll, Kandolhu is an idyllic Maldives hotel which can be reached in 25 minutes by seaplane.
Kandolhu is an exquisite Maldives resort which features just 30 villas that perfectly combine natural elements of the Maldives with modern architecture and creature-comforts, in creating an experience so memorable that it will stay with you forever.
Island Information
Property Information
Villas/Rooms
Dining
For a small and intimate island, Kandolhu offers plenty of options for dining in Maldives . You have a choice of five à la carte restaurants, a bar, beach dining experiences as well as in-villa dining options available.
Guests staying at Kandolhu can book their villa on Bed and Breakfast, À La Carte Dining, or on the Ultimate Inclusions package & indulge in exclusive cuisine from these Maldives restaurants.
Experiences
Kandolhu is a Maldives luxury resort that offers different ways to spend your day. Depending on your mood, you can enjoy plenty of fun activities in the Maldives during your getaway. There is no shortage of exhilarating adventures throughout white sand beaches and beneath the azure waters. A range of excursions in Kandolhu makes it worth your while, from dabbling in water sports or communing with marine life on a scuba dive or having a close encounter with a whale shark during a snorkelling trip.
Property Amenities
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Family friendly
Food and drink
Spa (Programs / Services)
Spa (Treatments / Modalities)
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Guest services
Internet
Outdoors
Parking and transport
Things to do
Nature & Wildlife
Room Amenities
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Reservation
Guarantee and prepayment requirements depend on your chosen rate and booking partner; some rates require full prepayment while others allow free cancellation until a stated deadline.
Taxes & fees: Maldives Green Tax of USD 6 per person per night applies (children under 2 years are exempt). Service charge and GST may apply per your rate inclusion.
Any special requests or honeymoon benefits are subject to availability and confirmation.
Cancellation
Flexible / Non-refundable conditions depend on your selected rate plan and travel dates; refer to your confirmation for the exact deadline and penalties.
No-show / early departure typically incurs charges as per the chosen rate plan.
Children and extra beds
Children 6+ years are welcome.
Cribs and extra beds are not available.
Card accepted
Accepts major cards and reserves the right to pre-authorize the card before arrival; the same card and a photo ID may be requested at check-in. Cash is also accepted.American Express, Master Card, Visa
Special check-in instructions
Resort-arranged transfers are by seaplane (about 25 minutes) to the atoll, then a 10-minute speedboat to the island.
Please share flight details in advance so seats can be secured; a representative will assist at the seaplane terminal lounge.
Bring a valid passport and, if required by your booking partner, the payment card used for the reservation.
Important information
Fees
Green Tax: USD 12 per person, per night applies at resorts; children under 2 years are exempt.
TGST: 17% Tourism Goods & Services Tax applies from 1 July 2025 (previously 16%); resort rates are subject to 10% service charge in addition to TGST and Green Tax.
Mandatory transfers: Return seaplane plus speedboat transfer is required; the resort publishes US$ 415 per adult and US$ 275 per child (6–11) plus taxes and fees on select offers, while some OTA policies list around US$ 486 per adult roundtrip; amounts are subject to change and are collected by the resort.
Festive gala dinners: 24 December US$ 193 per adult and US$ 97 per child (6–11), and 31 December US$ 257 per adult and US$ 129 per child (6–11); payable at the property.
Optional extras
Varu Spa: Massages, facials, body treatments, and use of wet facilities such as sauna and steam room are available for an additional charge.
Diving & courses: Daily boat dives, night dives, and PADI/SSI certification courses are offered; excursions and equipment rental incur charges.
Water sports & dining: Snorkelling and non‑motorised activities are available, and premium private dining and wine experiences can be arranged for a fee.
You need to know
Check‑in from 14:00 and check‑out by 12:00; front desk greets on arrival.
Transfers operate by seaplane during daylight hours with a 25‑minute flight followed by a 10‑minute speedboat; provide international flight details at least 72 hours before arrival; standard baggage allowance is 20 kg checked plus 5 kg hand luggage per person, with excess charged.
Children policy: The resort accepts children aged 6 years and above only.
Minimum check‑in age is 18, and pets and service animals are not permitted.
We should mention
The island is intimate in size (approximately 150 × 200 metres), has designated smoking areas, and does not have elevators.
Credit cards accepted include Visa, Mastercard, and American Express; most incidentals are signed to your villa and settled at checkout.
The house reef is close to shore and easily accessible for snorkelling; please avoid touching corals or marine life to protect the reef.
Location & Map
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