Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar

Pool

On private beach

All-inclusive

Gym

Room service

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Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, 20094

Ari Atoll
1 min walk
Dhangethi Beach
3 min walk
Bikini Beach
8 min walk
Maamigili Island (VAM)

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Room options

Villa, Overwater (Sunset)

Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Club Villa, Overwater (Sunset, Pool)

114 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

106 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool)

159 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed

Duplex Beach Villa

87 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

93 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed

Sunrise Overwater Villa

86 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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Hot tub

All-inclusive

Spa

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

Catch some rays on Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives's private white sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a steam room, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ari Atoll. You'll find features like 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars.

Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at Reef Restaurant, one of the property's 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
Take a swim in the 2 outdoor pools
Indulge with massages, aromatherapy, or reflexology at the spa
Services include a lifeguard on site, dry cleaning/laundry, and a concierge
Onsite recreation includes a private beach, tennis courts, and a gym
Just a 3-minute walk from Dhangethi Beach

Some rates at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Step outside to unwind on the white sand beach. Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.

There are 3 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, a steam room, and a fitness center.

This 5-star Machchafushi resort is smoke free.

Reef Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Suan Bua - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Thai cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Mare Azzurro - This restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Aqua Bar - This bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.

Coral Bar and Lounge - Onsite bar. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and select beverages included

24-hour room service

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

Snorkeling

Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities

Tennis

Volleyball

Kids club

Entertainment

Onsite entertainment and activities

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Finnish, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Lao, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and public transport

No on-site parking available

Food and drink

3 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
2 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

Reef Restaurant
Suan Bua
Mare Azzurro
Aqua Bar
Coral Bar and Lounge

Things to do

2 outdoor pools
Fitness classes
Arcade/games room
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Billiards/pool table
Boat tours
Bodyboards on-site
Canoeing
Children's pool
Fishing
Fitness centre
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Lifeguards on-site
Motor-boating
Paddleboards on-site
Parasailing
Playground
Private picnics
Sailing
Snorkelling
Steam room
Tennis
Windsurfing
Yoga classes

Family friendly

2 outdoor pools
Arcade/games room
Children's games
Children's pool
Children's toys
Free cots/infant beds
Laundry facilities
Playground
Pool toys
Fridge
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

Free newspapers in reception
Front-desk safe
Library

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Water sports equipment
Wedding services

Outdoors

BBQ grill(s)
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Lifeguards on site
Picnic area
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beachfront location
Terrace

Spa

Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Detox wraps
Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - Swedish
Massage - Thai
Reflexology
Sauna
Spa open daily
Hot tub

Accessibility

This property does not have any lifts

Beach towels
Couples dining
Romance packages available
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Free cots/infant beds
Pillow menu
Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)

Bathroom

Dressing gowns
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Towels

Entertainment

TV channels
Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Free minibar (some items)
In-room dining only
Fridge

Desk
Free newspapers
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Phone
Safe
Separate sitting area
Slippers
Turndown service

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 25 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered between 6 AM and 3:45 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane transfer fee at check-out.

Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via domestic flight, followed by a speedboat transfer to the property. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Maldivian Airways/FlyMe before 10:30 PM. Guests arriving outside of these hours are advised to book a hotel room in Male or Hulhumale until services resume. Guests must pay the domestic flight fee and the speedboat fee at check-out.

The additional fee (payable at the property) covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets and service animals are not allowed at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 400
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 200 (from 2 to 11 years old)
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 480 (roundtrip)
Floatplane transfer per child: USD 240 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 440 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Rollaway bed fee: USD 200.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

To get to the property, guests need to transfer by Airplane. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel at the number on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).

Property is also known as

Centara All Inclusive

Centara Grand Island

Centara Grand Island Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi

Centara Grand Island Resort All Inclusive

Centara Grand Island Resort Spa Maldives All Inclusive

Centara Grand Island Resort Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi

Centara Grand Island Maldives Machchafushi

Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Keith

15 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A wonderful holiday resort where we treated like royalty. Courteous friendly staff from cleaners to management. Couldn’t have asked for more as a way to celebrate 50 years of marriage.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

esther

25 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We definitely enjoyed our stay at the resort. It was very peaceful and beautiful. Everyone was welcoming and polite. Well organized and neat. The things I would suggest they improve on is their restaurant options, different food options each day, for those with longer stay-a trip to explore the city, and more nightlife/activities. Overall, it was an amazing experience and will definitely be coming back.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with partner

22 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wonderful island hotel w gorgeous blue water, friendly staff, nice rooms, gym, beautiful views and more

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeton

19 Apr 2024

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Travelled with partner

11 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We planned this to be our trip of a lifetime and it certainly lived up to the hype. Rooms are beautiful and private. Amanullah took care of us, bringing us buckets of ice, restocking the mini bar, cleaning the room, and leaving sweet touches daily. The ocean is teeming with life just steps from the door. We took several excursions to fish annd see whale sharks, both hugely successful, and snorkeled for hours along the house reef around the atoll. Food was impeccable and had a large variety. Hospitality everywhere-from food service to reception to spa staff-was incredible. We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. Highly highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with partner

16 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We would just like to say a whole hearted thank you to all the team at Centara Grand for making our stay the most magical and memorable! This was our second visit after being there 8 years ago - we were so excited to return to our favourite place! The level of service was just as amazing as the first time and they were so accommodating in every way. A special shout out to Nabeel who made sure our stay was a smooth and enjoyable as possible and was always on hand with any queries we had. Islam our room cleaner also did a fantastic job and was extremely friendly. We got engaged the second night of our stay with a fantastic beach dinner and now we have memories for life. We can't wait to return in the not so distant future! Thanks so much again!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

15 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raad

9 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo Curvello Araujo

Travelled with partner

9 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had an amazing time at Centara Grand. The place is absolutely beautiful and the snorkeling straight out of the water villas is amazing. Food is super nice as well and the buffet restaurant was always varied so it never felt samey. All the staff was super friendly but we would like to thank in special Monir who would do our room and every day would leave a beautiful drawing made with sand or other natural materials on our villa floor.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana

7 Mar 2024

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

ROSHNI

27 Jan 2024

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chinmay

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group

6 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

toru

Travelled with family

14 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very nice place. High hospitality

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with partner

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our stay at the Centara Grand was for our honeymoon and it couldn’t have went any better. From the staff, to waking up with the beautiful ocean view, we will cherish our memories. In our Deluxe Ocean view villa, we were left with beautiful surprises from Afsal in our room. He was a great help and always was available if we needed something. We dined often at the Azzuri Mare restaurant and the staff there was amazing. Sunny and chef Justin were so kind and made sure the food was exactly how we wanted it. We also had Tepenyaki one night and it was a great experience. The chef made it an entertaining experience for all those who ate there. The Reef restaurant had a plethora of food from different cuisines so there was something for everybody to enjoy. We really enjoyed trying other dishes! The staff even set up the Dreams cinema for myself and wife since we were not able to make the cinema night, and wow what a night to remember. I highly recommend staying at the Centara Grand resort for anybody looking to visit the Maldives and hope to return shortly!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

takahiro

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

13 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, DPO

Travelled with group

5 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

This is my second stay at Centara Grand and it was infinitely better than my first. The majority of the staff remembered me and treated me well. I was pleased with everything at Centara Geand! Mr. Hassan at Best Dives is the primary reason for my second visit. He has amazing patience and delivers superlative customer service.

10/10 Excellent

Toni, Rex

Travelled with group

29 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

I cannot begin to describe how amazing this place is. The property is stunning. I celebrated my 35th birthday here. The staff were truly exceptional. June, Senthil, Sathish, Habib, Shimol are just a few of the names that I can remember. The lady who runs the Thai restaurant, the front desk staff, the chef of the Thai restaurant and our room attendant also exceeded our expectations at every turn. The food was amazing. We snorkeled, took a Thai cooking class, took a mixology class, went fishing, dolphin cruised, had a wild and whacky experience on the fun toy, spent 2 days at the spa, and had a special lobster dinner. Everyone seemed happy and like they were dedicated to making our trip amazing. There are other things that really made this place a gem. Their commitment to sustainability was pronounced and as the climate changes, I felt proud to be at a place that makes this a priority. The meet and greet at the airport also made for a smooth travel experience. I highly recommend staying Centara Grand.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dewei

13 Sept 2023

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Wing Cheong

12 Sept 2023

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin

27 May 2023

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ananda, Fort Lauderdale

9 May 2023

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

leonardo

Travelled with partner

7 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Me and my husband came here for our honeymoon, first time visiting Maldives and it was absolutely breathtaking and beautiful. We will definitely be coming back again. Although we had some difficulties getting to our resort due to flight delays Anurag the reservation manager helped us out so much and made sure we got our full 7 night stay since we got their 2 days late. We were very grateful and blessed for him. Sunny the waiter at azzuri was so kind and sweet and me and my husband really bonded with him throughout our visit, Habib from the buffet and the chef that always made our eggs the way we like them were also very kind hearted and really everyone was great! Our room was absolutely beautiful, I wanted an over water villa with pool and I got one and I was satisfied. Food was delicious a little different then what me and husband are use to since we are from Texas but we expanded our taste buds. I will say I wish they had more restaurants because by day 5 we were pretty much tired of eating the same thing. The seaplane for me was not that great because I was very nauseous and hot since there’s no air conditioning but we managed. Thank you to everyone at Centara Resort for making it an amazing experience for us!!

10/10 Excellent

Vineshkumar

Travelled with partner

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The lagoon is amazing and great for swimming and Snorkelling. The property is very clean and well looked after. Excellent at catering for people with allergies. Good choice of drinks in all inclusive package..

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023