Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort (Meal upgrade from Bed & Breakfast to All Inclusive till 23rd April)

Property Highlights

The resort offers a choice of 70 air-conditioned villas set across the beach and the lagoon.

Enjoy stunning ocean views from the overwater villas, pool and restaurants.

The on-site spa has several indulgent therapies for adults and kids alike. Exclusive couples packages are available too. Challenge your partner to a fun-filled tennis match, or team up with fellow guests for beach volleyball.Play pool, darts and enjoy open-air movies, karaoke or cultural evenings. While the little ones have fun at the kids' club, enjoy a leisurely swim in the beachfront pool or the calm lagoon.Babysitting service is available. The property has a PADI-certified dive centre and a house reef teeming with marine life. Snorkel or deep dive to marvel at the oceanic treasures.Set out on a dolphin-spotting dhoni cruise or a sunset fishing trip (traditional bait and hand reels) . Kayaking, sailing and stand-up paddleboarding can be enjoyed too.

For dining, there are 3 eateries here and each of them overlooks the mesmerising lagoon.

How to Reach the Property

The resort is located on Kooddoo island in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll, a mere 300 metres from Kooddoo Airport.

The property offers domestic flight transfers from Male International Airport to Kooddoo Airport. It is a 55-minute flight and costs USD 360 per adult, USD 290 per child (2 to 11 years) , and is free for infants (up to 2 years) .The cost is for roundtrip/return transfer and inclusive of taxes. Transfers are mandatory and guests have to share details of arrival and departure flights at least 14 days prior to arrival.Transfers are available from 0500 hours to 2330 hours (subject to schedule) . 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

• Scenic vistas greet you at all 3 eateries here.
• Alita Restaurant - Set by the poolside, this all-day dining restaurant offers delicious pan-Asian food for lunch and dinner. It also has themed dinner buffets.
• Pool Bar - Relax by the poolside with a refreshing mocktail, beer or wine.
• Vistas Gastro bar - Sundowners, karaoke and a pool table sets the tone for lively evenings at this overwater bar.
• Besides these, guests can request private dinners on the beach.
• Guests staying in private pool villas can even start their days with in-pool floating breakfasts.
• The property also offers all-inclusive meals with below inclusions:
• All meals at Alita Restaurant.
• Afternoon snacks at Pool Bar.
• Snorkeling and non-motorized water sports equipment (subject to availability).

Room details and Amenities

• Each of the 70 villas here is air-conditioned, and features a blend of traditional and contemporary designs in its decor as well as architecure.
• Besides thatched roofs, each villa has high ceilings, indoor-outdoor bath areas and sundecks/terraces.
• Amenities common across all villas include free Wi-Fi and 42-inch HDTV with USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
• There is a minibar, tea/coffee-making facility and safe deposit box in every villa.
• Some beach villas and overwater villas have private pool too.     

Activities & Experiences

• Relax with a swim in the beachfront pool, or a spa session.
• Play tennis, beach volleyball and darts.
• In the evenings, there are open-air movies, karaoke and cultural evenings to be enjoyed.
• For the little ones, the resort has a kids' club.
• Enjoy snorkelling and diving, dolphin-spotting dhoni cruises and sunset fishing trips.
• Try stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking or sailing.

For Couples

Couples can enjoy exclusive therapies at the spa and romantic dinners on the beach. Stay in private pool villas for the added luxury of in-pool floating breakfasts.Guests can also enjoy the following benefits for special occasions (occasion and proof required for each at the time of booking) : A bottle of sparkling wine and bed decoration with native island flowers once per stay (wedding not older than 3 months and minimum 4 nights stay) .A bottle of sparkling wine for wedding anniversary.