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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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  • On private beach
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, 20094
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  • Sea view
  • 86 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Beach view
  • 87 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
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  • Sea view
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sea view
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  • Sea view
  • 106 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sea view
  • 159 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
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  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Catch some rays on Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection'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.
Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection offers 112 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

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 centre.

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 hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Dhangethi Beach. You'll find features such as 2 outdoor pools, 3 restaurants and 2 bars.
  • Free Wi-Fi (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 manicures and pedicures, hot stone massages or detox wraps at the spa
  • Services include a lifeguard on-site, dry cleaning/laundry and a concierge
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach, tennis courts and a gym
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Dhangethi Beach
Some rates at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site 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 sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. At Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, 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/cafΘ and a nearby 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 centre.

This 5-star Machchafushi resort is smoke free.

Reef Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Suan Bua – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Thai cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Mare Azzurro – This restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Aqua Bar – This bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.
Coral Bar and Lounge – On-site bar. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

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 on-site 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-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Snorkelling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball
Children's club

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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
  • Snorkelling
  • 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 cot
  • 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 lift

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • 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

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night.
  • Free cots (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 420
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers seaplane 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 smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
To get to the property, guests need to transfer by aeroplane. Transfers need to be confirmed by contacting the property at least 72 hours before travel on the number on the booking confirmation. 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 204 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 204 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 204 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 204 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 204 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anilaben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, staff was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nirmal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights at the Machchafushi resort. An amazing experience overall. Great location with friendly and helpful staff. Enjoyed the stay and food. The room was spotless and the minibar daily replenished. Siva and Shafiq at the bar made some excellent mocktails and Yuvi explained everything to us on arrival. Credits to Nasru from house keeping . An overall great experience. Very unique given we had never stayed before on an over the water villa.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

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
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The complex was outstanding and the staff were so nice, they couldn’t do enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The finest Resort I have ever stayed . The staff are incredibly nice and compassionate.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Uwe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for this very nice vacation on a very nice island.
Stayed 15 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning resort and Absolutely first class service
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Issarawudhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The services and staffs are incredible
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

toru

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. High hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

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
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10/10 Excellent

Ailene R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They have a very nice staff and good customer service.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Udo

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

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

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

10/10 Excellent

Vineshkumar

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chinmay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sau Yee

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

Good

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
Verified

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