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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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Deluxe Water Villa | Aerial view
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Villa, Overwater (Sunset, Pool)

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool) | 1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

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
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom) | 1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, free minibar items, in-room safe, desk

Sunrise Overwater Villa

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
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Restaurants

  • Asian Wok
  • Coral Bar
  • Ahima Restaurant
  • Vilamendhoo Cafeteria
  • The Reef

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 facial, a Swedish massage, and aromatherapy 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 snorkeling, parasailing, and motor boating. 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, with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Tennis courts, barbecue grills, and beach umbrellas
  • A front-desk safe, a billiards/pool table, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A paddleboard on site, smoke-free premises, and beach towels
  • 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
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 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

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 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
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • 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.
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 500 (roundtrip)
  • Floatplane transfer per child: USD 250 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
  • 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. 149 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 185 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Beautiful resort. Staff were so friendly and hardworking
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

Nice property, good views of the ocean and well maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

This was our 2nd visit to this resort and won’t be our last.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

The complex was outstanding and the staff were so nice, they couldn’t do enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

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

8/10

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

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

Wonderful island hotel w gorgeous blue water, friendly staff, nice rooms, gym, beautiful views and more
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

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

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

10/10

The finest Resort I have ever stayed . The staff are incredibly nice and compassionate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

Very nice place. High hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Stunning resort and Absolutely first class service

10/10

Thank you for this very nice vacation on a very nice island.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

The services and staffs are incredible
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

They have a very nice staff and good customer service.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10

Beautiful island and good place for snorkeling, carol and fish are so close to you. I really love the Aqua bar, nice view and every evening I will stay there with a cool drink. I also see beautiful sunrise in my room. Really nice place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

All of the staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. They all really went above and beyond to create a one of a kind experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

The hotel is very nice and the staff is very attentive: Starting from the dive base team (Stefania, Ivan and Sven), over Anish (fitness center) to Masoud, who bakes his wonderful Naan bread and serves it to each table individually. We enjoyed a relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of the south Ari atoll.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

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

10/10

By far the best experience we've had for our first time resort! Everyone was kind and engaging. Staff always made sure you were well informed about different events happening and provide excellent service. I highly recommend this as a MUST stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022