Catch some rays on Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG'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. Change of towels is available on request
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG offers 152 air-conditioned accommodations with MP3 docking stations and minibars. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes day beds. Memory foam beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.
This Kandooma resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a waterslide and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Children aged under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala has 7 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room.
The spa is open daily. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision.
During your stay at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG, you're just a quick walk from Kandooma Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and a free manager's reception are available.
Free buffet breakfast served daily
Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Enjoy international cuisine with a beachfront location at The Kitchen, one of the property's 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
Splash around at the waterslide or swim in the 2 outdoor pools
Treat yourself to detox wraps, aromatherapy or deep-tissue massages at Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala
Services include babysitting, a free children's club and dry cleaning/laundry
On-site recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym and volleyball
Just a 4-minute walk from Kandooma Beach
Airport shuttle service available for a fee
Some rates at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG 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.
Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. At Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG, you can cool off in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools and indulge in a pampering afternoon at the full-service spa.
Free breakfast is served daily, and guests can also enjoy a free nightly manager's reception. 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 3 bars/lounges, a beach bar and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a complimentary children's club, a children's pool and a 24-hour fitness centre.
Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Kandooma resort.
Guests are served a free buffet breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM. The resort hosts a free manager's reception daily.
The Kitchen – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Bokkuraa Pool Deck – This beachfront restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Kandooma Cafe – This beach buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Baraveli Bar – This beachfront bar serves brunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Sunset Deck – This rooftop bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.
Late-night fare is available from room service (during limited hours).
All-inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG 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 meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included
Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues
Gourmet or à la carte dining limited to 1 meal per stay
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Free in-room WiFi has a 6-device limit
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
3 bars/lounges
3 restaurants
A beach bar
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Free daily manager's reception
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Baraveli Bar
Bokkuraa Pool Deck
Kandooma Cafe
The Kitchen
The Sunset Deck
Things to do
2 outdoor pools
24-hour gym
Arcade/game room
Beach volleyball
Beach yoga
Billiards/pool table
Boat and paddles
Boat tours
Books
Children's pool
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness classes
Foosball table
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Games
Kayaking
Library
Motor boating
Paddleboard
Pedal boat
Playground
Sailing
Scuba diving
Snorkelling
Surf lessons
Table tennis
TV in common areas
Water skiing
Water sports equipment
Waterslide
Windsurfing
Family friendly
2 outdoor pools
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
Free children's club
In-room babysitting
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Playground
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Waterslide
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Outdoors
Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Firepit
Garden
On a private beach
Outdoor entertainment area
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Terrace
Full-service spa
7 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Deep-tissue massages
Detox wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Reflexology
Spa open daily
Sports massages
Steam room
Thai massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable/satellite channels
MP3 dock
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Late-night room service
Minibar
Restaurant dining guides
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Electrical adapters
Heating (climate-controlled)
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Separate sitting area
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Guests must transfer to the property via Boat and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
Please note: Guests who plan to surf at this property must contact the resort in advance for further information, terms, and conditions. Guests will be unable to surf at the property during their stay without making arrangements with the resort in advance.
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 45 minutes away via speedboat. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 48 hours before their expected arrival. Guests must pay the speedboat fee at checkout.
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets and service animals are not allowed at Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 121.31 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:
Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per day
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 250
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 350
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 13 years old to 17 years old): USD 229 per person, per stay
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
The speedboat transfer fee from now - October 31, 2025 is USD 50 per adult (return), inclusive of all taxes and USD 75 per child (return) aged 4-12, inclusive of all taxes.
The listed mandatory speedboat transfer fees apply as of November 1, 2025. Transfer rates are subject to change without prior notice.
The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Airport shuttle fee: USD 160 per person (return)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 80 (return), (from 4 to 12 years old)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 121.31 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, window guards and outdoor lighting
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
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 Boat. Transfers need to be confirmed in advance by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation. Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Use of kayaks and paddle boards are available at no charge for 1 hour from 8:30 AM-5:30 PM (time slot and equipment subject to availability). Fees apply for kayak and paddle board rentals at all other times.
This property provides reef snorkelling trips on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 8:30 AM. Snorkelling lessons on scheduled trips are subject to available space; advance reservation required with the resort Water Sports Centre.
Drones and aerial surveillance devices are not permitted at this property.
Property Registration Number 88-QARS/TRH/2019/105
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 6:00 AM to 6:00 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.
Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.