Kandolhu Maldives is one of the finest intimate luxury resorts in the Indian Ocean — a rare round-shaped private island in North Ari Atoll where just 30 villas share one of the most celebrated house reefs in the Maldives. Opened in 2014 and a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the resort has been voted No.9 Best Luxury Resort in the Maldives in 2025 by Dreaming of Maldives readers. Every villa is built with local Maldivian architecture and modern interiors, and most feature private pools. The resort punches well above its size with five distinct dining venues including Olive for Mediterranean cuisine, Banzai for Japanese, Ata-Roa for Mexican and Peruvian street food, The Market for all-day international dining, and a dedicated beach bar. The Varu Spa features three couples’ treatment rooms with Gheriani beds, Voya bath amenities, and a dedicated pedicure and manicure studio. Access to both North and South Ari Atoll dive sites makes Kandolhu one of the most coveted dive destinations in the country. The house reef is accessible directly from the beach and every overwater villa, with reef sharks, turtles, and an abundance of coral visible year-round. 70 km southwest of Malé and 25 minutes by seaplane from Velana International Airport.
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Bringing you the best of restaurants in Maldives, The Market is an all-day dining à la carte restaurant which serves international and local specialties in a relaxed ambiance.
Breakfast consists of a tasteful buffet with dishes to satisfy all taste buds, and a full à la carte menu made to order.
Set on a higher level, Olive offers panoramic views of the ocean and serves Mediterranean Cuisine in Maldives at this open air restaurant.
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 at this preferred Maldives seafood restaurant.
Discover the art of Japanese cuisine in Maldives. 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. This Japanese restaurant in Maldives also offers special dining tailored to your palate with a twist.
Mexico and Peru meet the equator line at this Maldives beach restaurant, presenting a light lunch with tacos and ceviches, coupled with sea breeze and a feel good vibe.
A Maldives beach bar where you can relax whilst enjoying tropical fresh juices and fabulous cocktails. Vilu Bar also offers a few special events on a monthly basis, such as movie nights on the beach and Full Moon Cocktail gatherings.
For a leisurely day, enjoy Villa Dining from the comfort of your villa. Breakfast is served from 7:00hrs to 10:30hrs, and lunch and dinner from 11:00hrs to 21:30hrs. Indulge in a curated menu of international and local specialties for the perfect private dining experience in the Maldives.
Celebrate a special occasion with your loved one with private dining in Maldives. Why not book a Private Dinner on Kandolhu, where you can design a menu together with the chef, to be had on a secluded corner of the beach.
Private Dining is available on request basis.
Where Tranquillity Meets Tropical Bliss
Varu Spa is a sanctuary of serenity and renewal.
“Varu,” meaning “energy” in Dhivehi, reflects the vitality that nurtures your body, mind, and spirit. Here, rejuvenating treatments are designed to soothe, restore, and re-energise you in a restful and luxurious setting. Each experience is carefully tailored by skilled therapists to meet your unique needs, ensuring every detail is just right. More than a place to unwind, this Maldives resort spa is where you will rediscover balance and harmony, leaving you refreshed and ready to embrace the natural beauty of Kandolhu.
