Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Just steps from Maafushivaru Island Jetty, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers a private beach retreat with a poolside bar. Guests appreciate the attentive staff while relaxing on sun loungers or trying kayaking, motor boating and windsurfing activities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • All inclusive
  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Spa
Room

On the beach

This resort has a private beach. Take advantage of the beach loungers, beach umbrellas, and beach towels at the white sand beach. Experience the magic of ocean-view dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Some on-site activities to enjoy while you're visiting include snorkeling, sailing, and bodyboarding. Popular nearby activities to consider include windsurfing and scuba diving.

Beach
Beach

Room options

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Villa, Overwater (Sunset)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Club Villa, Overwater (Sunset, Pool)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 114 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 106 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
  • 159 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Duplex Beach Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 87 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 93 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Sunrise Overwater Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 86 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, 20094

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Ahima Restaurant
  • MAIN RESTAURENT @ Vakarufalhi
  • Hermit’s at Bliss
  • The Reef
  • Funama Restaurant

About this property

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Luxury resort near Dhangethi Beach
Located close to Maafushivaru Island Jetty and Maafushivaru Island Beach, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, sun loungers, and fishing. Indulge in a hot stone massage, a detox wrap, and a manicure/pedicure at the onsite spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner, international cuisine, and ocean views. The gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include boat tours, kayaking, and beach volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a playground.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Tennis courts, a paddleboard on site, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Water sports equipment, barbecue grills, and a porter/bellhop
  • Beach umbrellas, a front-desk safe, and a billiards/pool table
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 112 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, as well as thoughtful touches like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Tubs or showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

All inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection 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

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • In-room dining only
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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 at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Seaplane transfers: 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.
Flight and speedboat transfers: 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 seaplane transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 420
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 210 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 480 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 200.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–7:00 PM.

Is Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

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

What time is check-out at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Some rate plans available at this resort are all-inclusive.

Where is Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection located?

Nestled on the beach, this Machchafushi resort is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Dhangethi Beach.

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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 187 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful resort. Staff were so friendly and hardworking
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, good views of the ocean and well maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara

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

Fabulous trip with Centara grand all inclusive

Had an amazing trip with the grand all inclusive package! Appreciated hotels.com pricing included flights, taxes and service charges so we knew the real cost in total up front. All in all this is a fabulous hotel, sensational service, excellent food and wonderful activities I would definitely book agai . Thank you for the wonderful experience!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel William john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 2nd visit to this resort and won’t be our last.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

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

Keith

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

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing, you need to stay in an overwater sunset villa w/ pool, this gets you exclusive club access basically to yourself and many other added benefits/perks and you must do all inclusive or the Grand all inclusive. Only complaint is my wife is the pickiest eater you'll meet so it took some adjustment to find meals she liked (even from the kids menu) but all restaurants were super accommodating in customizing her meal to anything she wanted and by day 2 we had her eating like a king.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bledar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property, we loved how friendly, helpful and nice the staff was. They took care of our villa like it was their own home and you never see this anywhere. What I didn't like was that they need to set up long chairs for the family villas, we requested and they set it up for us but we didn't realize we could request it until the last two days.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely beach and snorkelling opportunities. Friendly staff but could do with better training (not consistent). Very child friendly. Decor quite dated but kept generally clean. Food quality requires improvement for 5-star rating (first time in Maldives so cannot say if this is resort-specific but don't expect Dubai 5-star hotel food).
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo Curvello Araujo

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

esther

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

JACQUELINE GEOK LIAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has various activities and the Thai dining was excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves except for the high price of the activities such as semi-submarine and parasailing, etc I supposed it's the same in every part of Maldives. One area to highlight would be that staff can be more proactive and lookout for guests who do not put on their mask when they help themselves to the buffet. A staff should be on a lookout for such incidents. Overall it was one of our best trips ever. Will definitely be back again. Great job to the GM of Centara Grand and her excellent team!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

ROSA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Cibo pessimo
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claiton Junior

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our holiday was nothing short of amazing! The rooms were comfortable, with AC and a mini fridge replenished daily. Housekeeping was impeccable, and stepping outside led directly to the beach. Safety was a priority, with life jackets for the whole family. Snorkelling, paddleboarding, and kayaking were available at the Best Dive kiosk, with helpful and knowledgeable staff. We took a sunset boat tour and saw hundreds of dolphins—truly unforgettable! Joe and Alex made scuba diving an excellent experience, guiding my husband step by step. Beyond the sea and infinity pool, there was plenty to do: a well-equipped gym, tennis court, and a games room with pool, darts, ping pong, PlayStation, and air hockey. The spa was the perfect place to unwind—Pin’s full-body massage was bliss! The island shop stocked essentials like sunglasses and sunscreen. To keep mosquitoes at bay, the island was sprayed daily, though bringing insect repellent is wise. Dining was spectacular, with three restaurants: The Reef (buffet), Mare Azzurro (Italian, booking needed), and Suan Buan (Thai, booking needed). The staff were outstanding—Kal ensured my son got his burger, and May, June, Vivek, Sunny, and Habib provided top-notch service. Refreshing drinks by the pool added to the experience—Siva and Ajith made dreamy caipirinhas and perfect milkshakes! The kids' club was a hit, with creative and sporty activities led by Yummi and Naba. Our time here was unforgettable, and we can't wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leetae

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was für eine traumhafte Insel. Sehr schöner Ort, wie im Bilderbuch. Perfekte Ferien von A-Z. Unsere Kinder haben es gliebt mit dem Coach Huhthu Fussball zu spielen. Ein mega schönes Hausriff mit diversen Fischen, Wasserschildkröten und Haien. Die Anlage ist sehr sauber, besten Dank an die super Reinigung an Alauddin. Das ganze Team ist sowas von freundlich und Hilfsbereit. Top! Auch die sportlichen Angebote sind sehr gut sowie auch das Essen - sehr vielfältiges Morgenbuffet. Wir werden die Insel vermissen - war sensationell.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sander

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickard

Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super nettes und aufgeschlossenes Personal. Essen hervorragend! Jederzeit gerne wieder!!👍
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erendira

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kanae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
シュノーケリングやダイビングをメインに考えている方に特におすすめのリゾートです。 島の周りでベビーシャークや小型のサメ、マンタ、亀、運が良ければジンベイザメを見ることができます。 またダイビングは初心者レベルで久しぶりでしたが、インストラクターの方がバディとして優しくリードしてくれて安心して楽しむことができました。 プール付きのサンセット水上ヴィラに滞在し、自分の部屋のバルコニーからシュノーケリングに出て、バルコニーのシャワーで海水を流してプールに入ったりバルコニーで休んでから部屋に戻れるのも、部屋から夕日を眺められるのもとても良かったです。 3つあるすべてのレストランで食事を楽しみ、特にイタリアンレストランのシーフードはとても美味しかったです。 私にはちょうどいい歩いてもしんどくない大きさの島で、働いている人もちょうどいいのんびり感で居心地が良かったです。 美しい海や景色はいつまでも見ていたくなり、また行きたい場所になりました。
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024