Kurumba Maldives

Property Highlights

The Kurumba Maldives was opened in 1972 and was the first private island resort in the Maldives. It was last renovated in 2004 and has 180 rooms, bungalows, villas, and residences.

The Kurumba Maldives has won multiple awards over the years. Most recently, it was named the winner of Luxury Family Hotel at World Luxury Awards 2020.It was named Indian Ocean’s Leading Family Resort at World Travel Awards 2020. The Kurumba Maldives was also ranked in the Top 10 Romantic Resorts Maldives at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2020.Its spa, Veli Spa was awarded for Best Unique Experience Spa at World Luxury Awards 2020. Thila, one of the on-site restaurants, also ranked in the Top 12 Restaurant Maldives at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2020.

Many villas here offer great ocean views.

For the little ones, there are 2 pools, a club, a play area, activities, movies, Wii, and PlayStations. There are diving lessons and kid-sized life jackets as well as snorkeling equipment.There are plenty of water sports that they can enjoy in the shallow lagoon. Adults too can have loads of fun wakeboarding, parasailing, and diving under the guidance of PADI-certified instructors.Kids and adults - both can enjoy glass-bottom boat rides, sunset and dolphin discovery cruises, as well as guided snorkeling tours/safaris.Night snorkeling and sunset reef fishing can be enjoyed too. Plan picnics on deserted sandbanks, visit Male and other local islands and relax while being serenaded by live music and cultural performances.Relaxing therapies can be enjoyed at the on-site spa, and practice yoga on the beach. Couples can opt for the romantic spa under the stars. Learn the art of cocktail making, cooking, and keeping fit.Enjoy a leisurely swim in any of the 2 pools. Kurumba Maldives features a boutique, orchid nursery, and photography service that can even capture your adventures underwater.Besides a 24-hour front desk, Kurumba Maldives offers babysitting, daily housekeeping, laundry, and concierge services are available. Hindi, Tamil and English-speaking staff are available for assistance at Kurumba Maldives.

For dining, Kurumba Maldives has 11 outlets including Japanese, Italian and Indian restaurants. Start your day with an Asian, Continental, or full English/Irish breakfast.Guests can also enjoy 24-hour room service, as well as a choice of vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, and Jain food. Kids can enjoy special meals at Kurumba Maldives.

The resort offers airport transfers.

How to Reach the Property

The Kurumba Maldives is located on a private island in North Male Atoll, and is easily accessible from Male City.Seawalls all around the island make it safe to swim in the ocean waters.

The Kurumba Maldives offers shared speedboat transfers from Male International Airport. It is a 15-minute speedboat ride and costs USD 122 per adult and USD 61 per child (2 to below 12 years) .Private speedboat transfers can be arranged and cost USD 185 per adult and USD 93 per child (2 to below 12 years) . The costs are for roundtrip/return transfers and inclusive of taxes.Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 72 hours prior to arrival.Payment has to be done directly at the property. The property will arrange for the transfer and share details such as pick-up point, kiosk at the airport etc.

Food & Dining

• Kurumba Maldives has 11 dining outlets here including Mahal, an Indian restaurant.
• Mahal - Savour thalis, naans, vegetarian dishes, and other delicacies from North and South Indian cuisines.
• Vihamanaa - Besides a kids' menu, this buffet restaurant serves delicacies from across the world including India.
• Thila - Dine on the beach or over water, and discover the many flavors at this award-winning restaurant.
• Hamakaze - This Japanese restaurant serves great sushi, sashimi, and teppanyaki amid stunning ocean views from its overwater deck.
• Al Qasr - Set in an Arabic tent decor, this restaurant serves Tunisian, Lebanese, and Moroccan delicacies.
• Khing Thai - Dig into Thai flavors for dinner. 
• Cafe - Open until 1 am, this outlet is perfect for light bites and beverages.
• Kandu - Head to this oceanfront pavilion for live band performances, DJ beats, and great cocktails.
• Athiri - This beach bar is known for its mesmerizing sunsets and innovative cocktails.
• Fez - Enjoy an Arabic shisha experience in this tropical Maldivian island lounge.
• Kids can choose from special menus at Vihamanaa, Thila, Al Qasr, Mahal, Khing Thai, and Cafe. 
• Guests can also request a Sounds of the Sea romantic dining experience for a special evening out.  
• The Kurumba Maldives also offers all-inclusive meals with below inclusons:
• Lunch and dinner at the main restaurant with beverages (fixed timings)
• One Snorkelling Safari
• Sightseeing tour of Male
• Special rates on selected excursions (arranged in-house) and minibar
• Discounted rates when dining in one of the specialty restaurants (prior reservations mandatory)

Room details and Amenities

• Kurumba Maldives features 180 rooms, villas, bungalows, and residence here is exquisitely furnished and offers a great experience.
• All accommodations are either right on the beach, or steps away.
• Kurumba Maldives has amenities common across all including air-conditioning, daybeds, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, minibar, tea/coffee-making facilities as well as iron and ironing board
• Besides these, each accommodation also offers hot-chocolate-making facilities, as well as a Nespresso/Plunger coffee machine. 
• Villas with private pools or outdoor spa tubs are available.
• Deluxe Pool Villas, Presidential Pool Villas, and Kurumba Residence boast in-villa wine cellars. 
• The beachfront Kurumba Residence has multiple bedrooms, pools/Jacuzzis, and gazebos.
• Kurumba Maldives also has the luxury of multiple pools/Jacuzzis and 24-hour butler service. 
• En-suite bathrooms have aromatherapy-based amenities, beach towels, bathrobes, bathtubs as well as indoor and outdoor showers. 

Activities & Experiences

• Little ones can splash about in the 2 kids' pools, while adults relax in their 2 pools (total 4 pools).
• Kurumba Maldives features a club, play area, activities, movies, Wii, and PlayStations as well for the younger guests.
• Adults can sign up for relaxing therapies at the on-site spa.
• Cocktail making, cooking, yoga, and fitness classes are available too.
• Enjoy diving, snorkelling, wakeboarding, parasailing, night snorkelling and sunset reef fishing.
• For the little ones, there are diving lessons, snorkelling and water sports that can be enjoyed in the shallow lagoon.
• Kid-sized life jackets as well as snorkelling equipment are available.
• Sign up for glass-bottom boat rides, sunset and dolphin discovery cruises, as well as guided snorkelling tours/safaris.
• Picnic on deserted sandbanks, and explore Male as well as other local islands.

For Couples

Couples can enjoy a stay in Kurumba Maldives with a private pool/Jacuzzi and request a Sound of the Sea romantic dinner.Sunset cruises and the Spa under the Stars experience make the stay even more special. Guests can also enjoy the following benefits for special occasions (proof required for each at the time of booking) : Special turndown service for the honeymoon (wedding not older than 6 months) .A minimum stay of 4 nights is required to avail of this service.