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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives

★★★★★

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, sits on Machchafushi Island in South Ari Atoll, blending Maldivian-Thai hospitality across 112 beachfront and overwater villas.

Island
Machchafushi
Atoll
South Ari Atoll
From the airport
25 min by seaplane
Villas & rooms
112
Villa types
7
Meal plans
HB+ · FB+ · AI Premium
Restaurants & bars
6
The island

Surrounded by the blue ocean of the South Ari Atoll and adorned with distinctive timbered walkways and colonial-style buildings, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a barefoot paradise with a palm-fringed beach and shimmering lagoon. While the resort features 112 spacious villas set over the water and the suites blended harmoniously with the natural setting, the island offers a wealth of activities and superb facilities. Combined with exquisite epicurean dining, Centara Grand Maldives makes an ideal hideaway for couples and honeymooners, as well as a fun-filled destination for families. There are exceptional opportunities to discover the exotic life of the Maldives underwater. Snorkellers will find a kaleidoscope of colour in our house reef and divers can explore a shipwreck dive site just off the island. Centara Grand Maldives provides easy access to some of the most famous dive sites in the world. Centara Grand Maldives offers the perfect island holiday for everyone.

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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection, sits on Machchafushi Island in South Ari Atoll, blending Maldivian-Thai hospitality across 112 beachfront and overwater villas. The resort's Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around plan spans three à la carte and buffet restaurants — Reef, Suan Bua and Mare Azzurro — plus Coral Bar & Lounge and Aqua Bar, SPA Cenvaree, a PADI Dive & Experience Course Centre, and a Kids' Club with Camp Safari and the E-Zone.
  • 112 beachfront and overwater villas across seven categories
  • Grand All-Inclusive Dine Around across three restaurants for lunch and dinner
  • Award-winning house reef, including a historic shipwreck, just off the resort's shore
  • PADI Dive & Experience Course Centre with certified Maldivian dive masters
  • The Club: a resort-within-a-resort lounge for guests in Club Sunset Overwater Pool Villa or Club Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa
  • Spa Cenvaree credit of USD 50 per adult per stay on the Grand All-Inclusive plan
  • Kids' Club with Camp Safari and the E-Zone, plus a Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom
  • Six restaurants and bars spanning Thai, Italian and international cuisine
In pictures

A look around Machchafushi

Where you stay

7 ways to stay

Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.

Duplex Beach VillaBeach

Duplex Beach Villa

BeachKingBalcony 11 m²Total living space 87 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet access
76 m²

Spacious beachfront abode with a relaxing living room and plush king-sized bed on the mezzanine.

42 on the island
Family Overwater Villa with Kids BedroomOverwater, inner lagoon

Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom

Overwater, inner lagoonswirl poolKing + Bunk bedsBalcony 34 m²Total living space 93 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet access
59 m²

Thoughtfully designed for the comfort and safety of children, with bunk beds, a PlayStation 4 and 5, and special safety locks on the terrace.

10 on the island
Reethi Muraka Overwater VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonKingBalcony 27 m²Total living space 106 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet accessSeparate living area
79 m²

Nestled along the shoreline, offering uninterrupted ocean views and direct lagoon access. Each villa has a spacious terrace for private alfresco dining.

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Sunrise Overwater VillaOverwater, inner lagoon

Sunrise Overwater Villa

Overwater, inner lagoonswirl poolKingBalcony 36 m²Total living space 86 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet access
50 m²

Uninterrupted ocean views, a private sun deck and direct access to the resort's house reef.

9 on the island
Sunset Overwater VillaOverwater, sunset facing

Sunset Overwater Villa

Overwater, sunset facingswirl poolKingBalcony 36 m²Total living space 86 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet access
50 m²

Uninterrupted ocean views, a private sun deck and direct access to the resort's house reef.

9 on the island
Club Sunset Overwater Pool VillaOverwater, sunset facing

Club Sunset Overwater Pool Villa

Overwater, sunset facingprivate infinity pool, 12 m²KingBalcony 23 m²Total living space 114 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet accessSeparate living areaThe Club Access
79 m²

Watch the sunset from the ocean-facing bedroom or the private infinity pool. Complimentary access to The Club lounge (dedicated pool, à la carte dining, premium beverages, priority reservations, daily turndown, upgraded amenities); stays of 7+ nights add a choice of spirit, a one-time in-villa floating breakfast, and a Thai cooking class.

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Club Two Bedroom Beach Pool VillaBeach

Club Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa

Beachprivate plunge pool, 22 m²King + TwinBalcony 23 m²Total living space 159 m²Extra bed/day bed capabilityIndividually controlled air-conditioningSeparate showerBathtubMinibarCoffee machine / tea and coffee facilitiesIn-villa safeHairdryerSatellite TVComplimentary wireless internet accessSeparate living areaThe Club Access
114 m²

Private plunge pool just steps from the beach, with lagoon views. Complimentary access to The Club lounge (dedicated pool, à la carte dining, premium beverages, priority reservations, daily turndown, upgraded amenities); stays of 7+ nights add a choice of spirit, a one-time in-villa floating breakfast, and a Thai cooking class.

8 on the island
Meal plans

Choose how you dine

Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.

HB+

Half Board Plus – Dine Around

BreakfastDinner
What it covers
  • International breakfast with bubbles at the Reef Restaurant
  • Dinner at Reef Restaurant (international buffet), Suan Bua (Thai, 3-course à la carte) or Mare Azzurro (Italian, 3-course à la carte)
  • 2 selected alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks per person with dinner
  • Non-motorised water sports (excluding catamaran and glass kayaking)
  • Snorkelling equipment for use throughout the stay
FB+

Full Board Plus – Dine Around

BreakfastLunchDinner
What it covers
  • International breakfast with bubbles at the Reef Restaurant
  • Lunch at Reef Restaurant, Suan Bua or Mare Azzurro
  • Dinner at Reef Restaurant, Suan Bua or Mare Azzurro
  • 2 selected alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks per person
  • Non-motorised water sports (excluding catamaran and glass kayaking)
  • Snorkelling equipment for use throughout the stay
AI Premium

Grand All-Inclusive – Dine Around

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
  • International breakfast with bubbles at the Reef Restaurant
  • Lunch and dinner at Reef Restaurant, Suan Bua or Mare Azzurro
  • Afternoon tea — pastries, sandwiches and cakes at Coral Bar
  • Premium beverages during lunch and dinner: wines (red, white, sparkling, rosé) by the glass only; beers, spirits, cocktails, mocktails, soft drinks, tea/coffee and juices (canned or bottled)
  • Two resort bars serving the premium beverage menu daily 11:00–23:00 (wines by the glass only)
  • Daily replenished in-room minibar: snacks, soft drinks and mixers, mineral water, chocolates and beer
  • 24-hour house beverage service plus a selection from the in-villa menu, 23:00–06:00
  • Spa Cenvaree credit of USD 50 per adult per stay (advance booking required)
  • The Club access for stays of 7 or more consecutive nights
  • Sunset cruise (sharing) for stays of 10 or more consecutive nights
  • 10% discount on water sports and diving
  • Non-motorised water sports (excluding catamaran and glass kayaking)
  • Snorkelling equipment for use throughout the stay

Not included

  • Catamaran and glass kayaking
  • Additional minibar stock beyond the daily replenishment (chargeable)
  • Spa credit is non-transferable and excludes in-house promotions, salon and retail items
Eat & drink

7 places to eat and drink

From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.

Restaurants & bars7

Reef · International buffet

By the main pool. Capacity 209 seats.

07:00–10:00, 12:00–14:00, 18:30–22:00
Suan Bua · Traditional Thai

In the resort's garden. Capacity 64 seats.

12:00–14:00, 19:30–22:00
Mare Azzurro · Authentic Italian and seafood

By the arrival pavilion. Capacity 58 seats. Referred to as 'Azzuri Mare' in the All-Inclusive document.

12:00–14:00, 19:30–22:00
Coral Bar & Lounge

By the main pool. Capacity 110 seats. Serves afternoon tea (pastries, sandwiches, cakes) under the Grand All-Inclusive plan.

10:00–24:00
Aqua Bar · Cocktails, refreshments and snacks

At the arrival pavilion. Capacity 63 seats.

10:00–22:00
The Clubextra cost

Beachside. Capacity 30 seats. Exclusive lounge with à la carte offerings; complimentary only for guests booked in Club Sunset Overwater Pool Villa or Club Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa (for other guests it is a paid club tier). Breakfast, afternoon tea and sunset canapés served with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; dedicated pool and beach access; priority spa/restaurant reservations; daily turndown; upgraded in-room amenities.

07:00–19:00
In-villa dining · International

Available in all villas.

24 hours
Things to do

Days on Machchafushi

Diving & snorkelling

  • DivingIncluded

Water sports

  • SnorkellingIncluded
  • Kayaking (non-glass)Included
  • PedalosIncluded
  • Stand-up paddleboardingIncluded
  • WindsurfingExtra cost
  • ParasailingExtra cost
  • Water skiingExtra cost
  • WakeboardingExtra cost
  • Jet skiingExtra cost
  • Banana boatExtra cost

Excursion

  • Whale shark excursionIncluded
  • Green sea turtle excursionIncluded
  • Line-fishingIncluded
  • Sunset cruiseIncluded

Kids

  • Kids' Club activitiesIncluded

Entertainment

  • Thai cooking classIncluded
Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

SPA Cenvaree. Grand All-Inclusive guests receive a Spa Cenvaree credit of USD 50 per adult per stay (non-transferable, excludes in-house promotions, salon and retail items; advance booking required).

Children

Kids' Club comprising Camp Safari and the E-Zone. Babysitting service available upon request. The Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom is designed for children's comfort and safety, with bunk beds, a PlayStation 4 and 5, and safety locks on the terrace.

House reef

Award-winning house reef with sprawling reefs bursting with colourful flora and fauna just off the resort's shore, including a historic shipwreck; the Sunrise and Sunset Overwater Villas have direct access to it.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

  1. Velana International AirportOur team meets you on arrival
  2. Seaplane25 minutes, daylight hours only
  3. MachchafushiSouth Ari Atoll
At the resort

Facilities

SpaBarSeaplaneLaundry ServicesDivingextra costWater Sportsextra costConference Hallextra costPhotography Serviceextra costWiFiFishing & Cookingextra costGymCinema Under the Starsextra costKids ClubTennis CourtSwimming PoolUnique Dining Experienceextra costTheme Night Diningextra costSunset fun with Djextra costFishingGame RoomKids Swimming Pool

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