- Island Features
- Tennis
- Swimming Pool for Children
- Splash Park for Children
- Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
- Swim Up Pool Bar
- Communal Swimming Pool
- Communal Swimming Pool (Adults only)
- Kids Club (from 3 yrs)
- Kids Club (from 4 yrs)
- Babysitting Available
- Doctor on Island
- Nurse on Island
- Decompression Chamber on Island
- Island Time same as Airport/Male Time
- Island Time 1 hour ahead of Airport/Male Time
- Island Time 2 hours ahead of Airport/Male Time
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 07 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 08 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 12 years)
- Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 16 years)
- Golf Buggies for transportation
- Spa
- Gym
- Evening Music Entertainment
- Feeding of fish/shark/rays by the island
- Shop - for Clothes
- Shop - for Jewellery
- Shop - for Gifts/Everyday
- Snorkel Equipment included Free
- Local Island Excursion
- Evening Music such as - Bodu Beru
- Evening Music such as - a Vocalist, a Band or a DJ
- Bicycles (free)
- Bicycles (chargeable)
- Bicycles with Stabilisers or Child Seats
- Child sized Bicycles
- Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
- Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
- Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
- Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
- Located in Addu Atoll
- Located in Baa Atoll
- Located in Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Faafuu Atoll
- Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll
- Located in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Haa Alifu Atoll
- Located in Haa Dhaalu Atoll
- Located in Laamu Atoll
- Located in Lhaviyani Atoll
- Located in Meemu Atoll
- Located in Noonu Atoll
- Located in North Ari Atoll (Alif Alif Atoll)
- Located in North Male Atoll (Kaafu Atoll)
- Located in Raa Atoll
- Located in Rasdhoo Atoll
- Located in South Ari Atoll (Alif Dhaal Atoll)
- Located in South Male Atoll
- Located in Shaviyani Atoll
- Located in Thaa Atoll
- Located in Vaavu Atoll
- Room
- WiFi available in Rooms
- WiFi available in Rooms (but chargeable)
- WiFi available in Communal Areas
- WiFi available in Communal Areas (but chargeable)
- 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking door)
- 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking corridoor)
- 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking door)
- 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking corridoor)
- Twin Beds available? (enquire for room type)
- Water Villas
- Water Villas with Private Pools
- Water Villa with Child Safety Rails
- Water Villa with Slide
- Beach Villas with Private Pools
- Sunbeds numbered for Villa
- Sunbeds on Beach for Water Villas
- Butler Service
- Room Service/In Villa Dining
- Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
- Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
- Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
- Minibar included in All Inclusive
- Movies on Room TV included
- Movies on Room TV chargeable
- Minibar in the room
- Iron and Ironing Board available
- Dining
- All Inclusive
- All Inclusive including A La Carte
- Bar that shows Football/Sports
- Celebration Beach Dining Available
- Celebration Dining Dug into Sand Available
- Early Dining for Children
- OverWater Bar/Restaurant
- Vegan Friendly Restaurant
- Vegan Friendly Menus in Standard Restaurants
- Food Intolerances can be Accommodated
- UnderWater Bar/Restaurant
- Breakfast - Buffet only
- Breakfast - a la Carte only
- Breakfast - Buffet and a la Carte
- Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
- Minibar included in All Inclusive
- Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
- Minibar in the room
- Room Service/In Villa Dining
- Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
- In the Water
- Snorkelling available from the Beach
- Snorkelling available from Water Villas
- Snorkelling available from a Boat Trip (free)
- Snorkelling from a Boat Trip (chargeable)
- Water Sports available free (non motorised)
- Water Sports available chargeable (non motorised)
- Water Sports available free (motorised)
- Water Sports available chargeable (motorised)
- Water Villa access to Water via a Runged Ladder
- Water Villa access to Water via a Flat Step Ladder
- Water Villa access to Water via Flat Step Stairs
- Sandy Bottomed Lagoon
- Surf Waves from Shore
- Surf Waves accessible from boat trip
- Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
- Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
- Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
- Certified Dive Centre
- Nitrox Diving
- Whale Shark Season (May to December)
- Whale Shark Season (January to April)
- Manta Ray Season (June to November)
- Manta Ray Season (January to May)
- Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
- Regular Turtle Sightings
- Bioluminescence seen in past 12 months
- Water Park in Lagoon
- Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
- Snorkel Equipment included Free
- Buoyancy Jacket for Snorkelling included
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible Villa
- Swimming Pool Hoist/Crane
- Swimming Pool Flat Step Ladder
- Swimming Pool Flat Step Entry
- Swimming Pool Slope
- Hard Walkways
- Golf Buggy Available
- Sand Wheelchair
- Transfer
- Speedboat Transfer
- SeaPlane Transfer (water to water)
- Private Seaplane Lounge (as opposed to Communal)
- Domestic Plane Transfer (tarmac to tarmac)
- After Sunset Transfer available
- Air Conditioned Speedboat
- Air Conditioned Seaplane
Kandolhu Island
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 reef 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.
Facilities on the island include a 24-hour reception, with a small library. You can find books and magazines in different languages as well as several board games. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available widely around the island including most public areas and guest villas. A small boutique on the island offers local items, toiletries, apparel, postcards and a selection of souvenirs. Bespoke renewal of vow services are also available on request.
Unfortunately we are restricted from offering this island to German, Spanish, Italian, Korean or Japanese passport holders.
Maintenance program
To further enhance its offerings, this resort will temporarily close from June 25 to August 10, 2025. The planned upgrades include general maintenance of villas and public areas, addressing coastal protection challenges, and transforming existing Ocean Villas to offer enhanced luxury—all while preserving the island’s unique spirit.
Facilities on the island include:
24-hour reception, with a small library.
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Boutique
Laundry service
Foreign currency exchange
Multilingual team members
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Food
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Rooms
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Activities
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Maps
THE MARKET
Located facing the ocean, The Market is an all-day dining à la carte restaurant which serves international and local specialties in a relaxed ambiance from 07.30 until 23.00hrs.
Only breakfast from 07.30 to 10.30 consists of a tasteful buffet with dishes to satisfy all taste buds. Selected items are served from a cooking station, prepared to order.
OLIVE
Set on a higher level, Olive offers panoramic views of the ocean. Italian and Mediterranean classics and delicacies are the highlights of this casual open air restaurant.
Olive is open from 11.30 to 14.00hrs and again from 19.00 to 23.00hrs
SEA GRILL
Set right on the beach, the Sea Grill opens as the sun sets over the island. You can savour sizzling meat or indulge in freshly caught seafood served from the grill.
Sea Grill is open for dinner from 19.00 to 23.00hrs.
BANZAI
Discover the art of Japanese cuisine at Banzai. Choose from flavoursome sushi, succulent sashimi or meat and seafood grilled to perfection on the teppan, all to be enjoyed under a canopy of the starlit night sky.
Banzai is open for dinner from 19.00 to 23.00hrs
VILU BAR
A sand floored beach bar where you can relax whilst enjoying tropical fresh juices and fabulous cocktails. Vilu Bar also offers low-key entertainment by a two-piece band or movie nights on the beach.
Vilu Bar is open from 09.00hrs until late
VILLA DINING
For a lazy day, Villa Dining is available from 07.30hrs to 23.00hrs. Villa Dining offers a menu featuring international and local specialties.
BEACH DINING
To experience the finest that Kandolhu has to offer, why not book a Beach Dinner, where you design a menu together with the chef, to be had on a secluded corner of the beach. Beach Dining is available on request basis
Beach Villa
6 Beach Villas – 85 sqm
These unique Maldives beach villas located on the western shores of Kandolhu feature a king bed, while a spacious open air garden bathroom features a jetted bathtub, shower and twin vanity. A second outdoor shower is set in the garden.
The veranda at the front is complete with a plush daybed and a dining area, and the adjoining sundeck features sun loungers and sun umbrella.
Maximum Occupancy - 2 Adults
We currently do not offer online pricing for this island as the agent pricing is dynamic and requires a manual check. Please send us an enquiry and we will update you asap.
Pool Villa
5 Villas – 150 sqm.
Facing the east, the extravagant Pool Villa features a lavish bedroom with a king-sized bed facing the pool and the blue lagoon beyond. Walk through the expansive wardrobe to access the large open air bathroom featuring a freestanding bath, shower, twin vanity and an outdoor garden shower. The large verandas of these Maldives luxury villas feature an outdoor daybed. Each outdoor deck houses a pool (9 sqm), sun loungers, sun umbrella and dining area.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child
NOTE : Only children over 6 years are accepted on Kandolhu.
We currently do not offer online pricing for this island as the agent pricing is dynamic and requires a manual check. Please send us an enquiry and we will update you asap.
Duplex Pool Villa
8 Duplex Pool Villas – 150 sqm
These two-storey villas are located on the west side of the island. You will enter into a dedicated living area with daybed. The ground level also has a large wardrobe and a garden bathroom with shower, twin vanity, freestanding bath and a separate outdoor shower. The veranda at the front offers an outdoor daybed and dining area. A separate terrace features the pool (18 sqm), sunloungers and sun umbrella. The upper level houses a spacious and airy bedroom with king bed, and a second bathroom. The balcony features an outdoor daybed and a seating area, and offers uninterrupted views out to the ocean.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child
NOTE : Only children over 6 years are accepted on Kandolhu.
We currently do not offer online pricing for this island as the agent pricing is dynamic and requires a manual check. Please send us an enquiry and we will update you asap.
Ocean Villa
4 Villas – 80 sqm.
Located over the water, this elegant ocean villa in Maldives features a large bedroom with king bed, daybed and views out to the ocean.
The bathroom of this luxury villa faces the lagoon and has a jetted bathtub, twin vanity, shower and a dressing area.
The sun deck is private with sun loungers, sun umbrella and steps that lead down to the sea.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child
NOTE : Only children over 6 years are accepted on Kandolhu.
We currently do not offer online pricing for this island as the agent pricing is dynamic and requires a manual check. Please send us an enquiry and we will update you asap.
Ocean Pool Villa
7 Ocean Pool Villas – 90 sqm
Facing the sunset, the Ocean Pool Villa offers the best experience at Kandolhu. This lavish Maldives water villa includes an oversized bedroom with king bed, day bed and walk-in wardrobe.
The bathroom of these villas are open and airy with shower, twin vanity and a bathtub, and features a sliding door which opens up to the outdoor deck. The expansive and completely private deck includes sun loungers, sun umbrella and a plunge pool (7 sqm) and infinite views of the Indian Ocean.
Maximum Occupancy - 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child
NOTE : Only children over 6 years are accepted on Kandolhu.
We currently do not offer online pricing for this island as the agent pricing is dynamic and requires a manual check. Please send us an enquiry and we will update you asap.
DIVING
Located just a few minutes from some of the best dive sites in both North and South Ari Atoll, Kandolhu offers three dives each day, two in the morning and one in the afternoon, on board a Maldivian dhoni. Night dives, half day and full day trips are also organized regularly. The Dive School offers PADI certified courses for beginners as well as some amazing adventures for experienced divers. Some of the well-known dive sites within a few minutes reach include Maalhos Thila, Hafsa Thila, Bathalaa Thila, Himendhoo Thila, Fesdu Wreck and even the protected dive site Fish Head which has lots of caves and overhangs.
SNORKELLING
Snorkelling in the Maldives is a must and Kandolhu house reef offers one of the best snorkelling experience in this part of the country. Easily accessible from the surface, the house reef is set right around the island providing for hours of snorkelling adventures. Guided snorkelling or snorkelling lessons with a marine biologist can be arranged on request. Kandolhu offers complimentary snorkelling gear for all its guests. Additional snorkelling trips are also organised to other nearby reefs on regular basis at extra charge.
WATERSPORTS
A wide range of non-motorised water sports are offered on Kandolhu ranging from windsurf, stand-up paddle boat, catamaran sailing, sail boat, kayaks and glass-bottomed kayaks. All water sports are offered to Kandolhu guests on complimentary basis by prior reservation. Sailing, excursions, and windsurf and sailing lessons are also available at extra charge.
EXCURSIONS
Step off Kandolhu Island and explore our beautiful Maldivian surroundings by taking part in our excursions. A variety of specially tailored trips are available throughout the week, ranging from Big Game Fishing and Parasailing for those seeking thrills, to sunset cruises and snorkelling desert islands for those preferring a more relaxed ambiance. Alternatively, why not treat yourself to a truly memorable experience, customising your day to suit your desires, by privately chartering a boat.
SPA
Varu Spa offers a complete wellness experience. Spa facilities include 4 spa rooms and separate changing rooms and wet area for men and women, each featuring sauna, steam room, cold pool, jacuzzi, rain shower and lockers. The menu offers a sensual collection of couples massages, beauty and skin care treatments with a focus on European and Asian blend therapies. A separate fitness room is also available for guests’ use.
When it comes to a beautiful setting, very few other locations can come close to Kandolhu Island. We offer our guests a bespoke Island Vows services set on a secluded stretch of the beach of your choice. All you will have to do is decide on the date, and the islanders will do the rest to ensure that your special day is tailored to your liking to make it the perfect day that you always dreamt about.
ATOL protects packages with flights.
The TTA protects ATOL packages and accommodation and transfer packages.
These are provided at no extra cost so you can book knowing you’re in the safest of hands.
Purely Maldives’ prices are inclusive of all taxes and surcharges and we ALWAYS include either speedboat, seaplane or domestic plane transfers (click on the Transfer tab).
- Atoll Name
- North Ari Atoll (Alif Alif Atoll)
- Distance from Male
- House Reef from Shore
- Groynes on Beach
- Yes
- Sea Walls in Lagoon
- Yes
- Age Range
- Adult Only (7years +)
- All Inclusive Available
- Yes (incl. a la carte)
- Number of Restaurants
- Number of Bars
- Number of Beach Villas
- Number of Water Villas
- Island Dimensions
- Island Area
- Island Density