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Purely Maldives Ltd
Compass House,
24 Baddesley Close, North Baddesley
Hampshire SO52 9DR
United Kingdom
Cocoa Island is a small, private island resort designed for those seeking an easygoing, foot-in-the-sand experience. The rich, warm waters and bountiful coral also promise some of the world's best beaches, snorkelling and diving.
Wake up to an empty horizon from your over-water bungalow. As evening approaches, watch a tiny fishing boat ply the cobalt ocean. Cocoa Island offers indulgent therapies,Yoga, diving, gourmet cuisine and exciting excursions.
Experience gentle cosseting in a blissful wilderness – a contemporary resort which reflects the Maldives' soul. A stay at Cocoa Island is about discovering the essence of beach living – the power of quiet and nature.
Most of Cocoa Island’s rooms are uniquely inspired by dhoni boats, the style of vessel used by local fishermen. They are adjoined by simple wooden walkways built above the shallow lagoon.
From your room, walk out on to a private terrace and slip into a warm Maldivian sea.The view from the wide platform bed is directly out to the watery expanse. The bathrooms, a bath and shower, share the horizon views. Interiors are quietly contemporary with a nod to local rusticity in Maldivian kajan roofing.
Cocoa Island offers complimentary WiFi and high-speed Internet access in all guestrooms, the reception area, bar and restaurant.
RESORT FACTSHEET
Our Opinion: A very high quality resort for a truly relaxing and romantic getaway.
Atmosphere: Every aspect of Cocoa Island, including the design, cuisine, and overall organisation is intended to enhance mental and spiritual health - providing a truly relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Rooms: Every room type here is over the water. Even the base room, the Dhoni Suite, is a gorgeous Water Villa in the shape of a traditional Maldivian Dhoni (boat) which is sat over the beautiful turqoise water.
Dining: Well known throughout the Maldives for having excellent food. There are plenty of different cuisines, all prepared up to and over the high standard you would expect from a five star resort.
Activities: The emphasis here is more on relaxation, with activities taking a back seat and letting their wonderful spa take the lead.
Our split-level Dhoni Water Villas stand out for their unusual design: shaped like a traditional Maldivian ‘dhoni’ fishing boat, they make you feel like you’re floating on the ocean. The generous living room is a calming space to relax, while the overwater private terrace has a staircase that leads into the lagoon’s warm waters.
KEY DETAILS
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults or 2 Adults + 1 Infant
Shaped like a traditional ‘dhoni’ fishing boat, our Dhoni Loft Water Villas have an expansive lower level living area and a master bedroom on the mezzanine, making them great for families. The design is about bringing the outside space in, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water, and a private terrace touching the ocean.
KEY DETAILS
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults + 1 Child
In these villas, the horizon feels like it extends forever as you look out from your private sundeck or watch the ocean roll past the floor-to-ceiling windows. The elevated loft features a king-sized en suite master bedroom, while the lower deck’s large and airy sitting area doubles up as a sleeping space for families. There is also a secluded outdoor rain shower with steps directly into the ocean.
KEY DETAILS
En Suite Master Bedroom On The Mezzanine
Secluded Outdoor Rain Shower
Private Overwater Terrace With Loungers And Dining Table
One King Bed
Bathtub And Separate Shower Stall
Direct Ocean Access
Accommodates Two Adults Or Two Adults And One Infant
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults + 1 Child
These light-filled villas sit on their own secluded jetty, each with a private entrance deck, surrounded by the aquamarine ocean. Outside, there’s a new private pool and a balcony with a daybed, where you can relax as the sun rises and sets on the ocean. Inside, the spacious living area with floor-to-ceiling windows provides plenty of space to unwind.
KEY DETAILS
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults + 1 Child
Our two-bedroom COMO Sunrise Villa has separate wings, each featuring an en suite bedroom and a private terrace directly above the ocean. The wings are connected by shared living and dining areas, with balconies on either side that let you step directly off the deck into the turquoise lagoon. There’s also a secluded deck, with a new private pool that almost touches the edge of the ocean. It is perfect for families and friends.
KEY DETAILS
Maximum Occupancy - 5 Adults or 4 Adults + 2 Children
Our three-bedroom COMO Sunset Villa features two villas connected by a wooden walkway and is named for its spectacular sunset views. The one-bedroom villa has a master bedroom, a large terrace, a 10-metre private swimming pool and a gym. The two-bedroom villa has two wings, as well as its own private infinity pool. Both villas are suspended over the ocean and have living rooms, a nanny’s room with an en suite bathroom, and a private study. The wooden walkway can be closed off for privacy.
KEY DETAILS
Maximum Occupancy - 7 Adults or 6 Adults + 3 Children
$ | £ | € | |
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Adult (12+) | 368 | 309 | 332 |
Child (2-11 years) | 184 | 155 | 166 |
Infant (0-1 years) | Free of charge |
Offering some of the best dining in the Maldives, our menus are modern, light and steeped in the nuances of South Indian cuisine. We also offer contemportary interpretations of other Asian and Mediterranean classics, as well as old favourites like pastas and salads. Our healthful COMO Shambhala Cuisine is always popular.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with flexible dining to suit guests’ preferences. Cuisine features European dishes in addition to a blend of Indian and Mediterranean traditions with an emphasis on locally caught seafood, fresh produce and COMO Shambhala healthful eating options.
OPENING HOURS
Breakfast: 7AM to 10:30AM
Lunch: 12PM to 3PM
Dinner: 7PM to 10PM
COMO Cocoa Island offers a range of dining options at both our open-sided Ufaa restaurant and our foot-in-the-sand Faru Bar. For those who want a little extra privacy - whether a romantic meal for two or an intimate gathering with friends and family - our private dining experiences provide the seclusion you're looking for, in dramatic spots around the island.
COMO Shambhala Cuisine is a unique nutritional concept that incorporates organic ingredients rich in living enzymes, vitamins and sea minerals while still delivering on flavor. Food is raw, steamed or grilled for maximum health benefits. Chefs also make ample use of the tandoor, a type of Indian oven that allows for the fat-free cooking of meats and fish whilst introducing a wonderful charcoal flavor. COMO Shambhala Cuisine is served at Ufaa and is also available via in-room dining.
Faru Bar is an easy-going, foot-in-the-sand resort bar where our inventive bartenders put together refreshing cocktails (and mocktails). Fine wines, classic cigars and light snacks also feature, alongside some easy beats at sunset. Faru Bar is open from 10am until late, adjacent to the infinity pool and leading directly to the beach.
In-room dining at COMO Cocoa Island includes salads, pastas and refreshing juices and is available from 7am until 11pm daily.
Discover Cocoa Island in quiet South Malé atoll – a perfect spit of porcelain-white sand and crystal clear ocean rich for exploring. Kick back and relax on your sundeck, toes dipped into the island’s peaceful lagoon. For those who want to do more, Cocoa Island offers an active island life. From first-time divers to Yoga devotees, from keen sailors to idle snorkellers – they've got the equipment, knowledge and expertise for a memorable stay.
Although most guests go to Cocoa Island to relax in privacy, there are others who spend their time exploring the local region – both above and underwater.
The diving is exceptional, with a team available to teach beginners and challenge the experienced.
You can also go deep-sea fishing, partake in watersports off the beach, like windsurfing or catamaran sailing. They also offer beach drop-offs, dolphin and sunset cruises, a cookery lesson or guided snorkelling.
WATERSPORTS AND EXCURSION PRICELIST EXAMPLE
At Cocoa Island, you can choose to do very little. Some guests find their own stretch of beach; others prefer to relax in privacy on their suite's hidden terrace, or lounge beside the resort's main swimming pool – cobalt, melting into an empty horizon.
If you want an active holiday, there is a water-sports centre with sea kayaks, catamaran, windsurf boards, a fully equipped PADI certified Dive Centre, a COMO Shambhala Retreat including several Treatment rooms, a Yoga Pavilion with a resident instructor, fully equipped gym, steam rooms and hydrotherapy pool.
A celebration at Cocoa Island ensures memories of paradise unadulterated.
At Cocoa Island, you’re totally removed from the hustle of everyday life.
This is a private island, encircled by a lagoon with its sand snaking out into a perfect spit, creating an unbeatable setting for a sunset wedding blessing.
With just 33 Water Suites and Villas, Cocoa Island is also ideal for those who want to take over the entire island for a family get-together. The island event staff can arrange the entire event, including flowers, music, and a seafood dinner on the edge of the lagoon.
COMO Shambhala
COMO Shambhala Retreat, our island wellness centre, is the embodiment of our philosophy for healthy living. We draw our inspiration from our surroundings, with treatment pavilions that combine natural wood, traditional Maldivian coral walls and thatched roofs. Our treatment rooms – two double and one single – have commanding views of the turquoise lagoon, while our couple’s pavilion overlooks tropical foliage. We also have one of the only hydrotherapy pools in the Maldives, where guests can relax in the heated water, with purpose-built high pressure jets to target different areas of the body.
At this nurturing island retreat we offer Asian-based therapies, physical fitness classes and a new Pilates studio, as well as a fitness centre and airy yoga studio, where you can practice mindful exercises with views of the island. To complement the wellness experience, we have crafted a daily schedule of activities, including yoga and Pilates alongside a range of other wellness pursuits.
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