Noku Maldives

★★★★★

Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection, is a boutique resort in Noonu Atoll with just 50 spacious villas, many featuring private pools, reached by a 45-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport.

Island: Kuda Funafaru
Atoll: Noonu Atoll
From the airport: 45 min by seaplane
Villas & rooms: 50
Villa types: 7
Meal plans: AI
Restaurants & bars: 6

The island

With 50 modern private villas on Kuda Funafaru in Noonu Atoll. Noku Maldives offers comfort, space and tranquility that is second to none. The crystal blue lagoon reveals diverse fish life where one might even spot our resident sea turtle. Set sail on our Dhoni to discover spinner dolphins, savour the world on a plate with our tasty international cuisine. Indulge the senses with our wellness treatments at Noku Spa.

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Noku Maldives, Vignette Collection, is a boutique resort in Noonu Atoll with just 50 spacious villas, many featuring private pools, reached by a 45-minute seaplane from Velana International Airport. Villas start at 175 sqm and run to a 400 sqm two-bedroom beachfront villa with a larger private pool and a dedicated kids' area. Dining is across two venues — beachfront Palms with live grill stations and poolside Thari serving Maldivian, Indian and Sri Lankan flavours — plus bespoke destination and private dining. The house reef begins a few fin kicks from shore, and Dive Club Noku runs a PADI centre with diving, snorkelling, dolphin trips, sailing, jet skis and fishing.

Boutique island with just 50 villas, many with private pools
Villas from 175 sqm; a 400 sqm two-bedroom beachfront pool villa
House reef a few fin kicks from shore
PADI dive centre — Dive Club Noku
All-inclusive covering three meals, all bars and a stocked minibar
Complimentary 30-minute photoshoot with one edited image
Little Island Explorers programme for children
Extensive complimentary baby and toddler in-villa kit
Ocean-to-table dining with local fishermen, farmers and artisans
Coral propagation and marine conservation with the in-house marine biologist

In pictures

A look around Kuda Funafaru

Where you stay

7 ways to stay

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

King Villa Beachfront Beach Access/Lagoon View

BeachKingBeach Access / Lagoon View

175 m²

Direct beach access. The Island Map labels this category "Beach Villa".

King Villa Lagoon View Overwater

Overwater, inner lagoonKingLagoon View

186 m²

Direct ocean access from the deck. The Island Map labels this category "Water Villa".

King Villa Beachfront with Private Pool

BeachPrivate poolKing

220 m²

The Island Map labels this category "Beach Pool Villa".

King Villa Sunset View Beachfront with Private Pool

Beach, sunset facingPrivate poolKingSunset View

220 m²

The Island Map labels this category "Beach Sunset Pool Villa".

King Villa Ocean View Overwater with Private Pool

Overwater, reef edgePrivate poolKingOcean View

190 m²

The Island Map labels this category "Water Pool Villa". Position left blank: the documents say "Ocean View Overwater" without stating whether it faces the reef or the lagoon.

King Villa Sunset View Overwater with Private Pool

Overwater, sunset facingPrivate poolKingSunset View

190 m²

The Island Map labels this category "Water Sunset Pool Villa".

Two Bedroom Villa Beachfront with Private Pool

BeachPrivate pool

400 m²

Two bedrooms, a large living and dining area, and a larger private pool with a dedicated kids' area. The Island Map labels this category "Beach 2-Bedroom Pool Villa"; the Family Experiences brochure calls it the "Two-Bedroom Family Villa".

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.

All-Inclusive Meal Plan

BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks

What it covers

Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at either Palms Restaurant or Thari Restaurant
Palms Restaurant: buffet breakfast; three-course lunch; dinner is a buffet on selected nights, or a three-course meal with 1 appetizer, 1 main course and 1 dessert per guest
Thari Restaurant: three-course lunch and dinner, with 1 appetizer, 1 main course and 1 dessert per guest
Unlimited beverages from the All-Inclusive menu at all restaurants and bars throughout the resort: cocktails, mocktails, wines by the glass, a selection of beers, spirits served by the shot, juices, soft drinks and hot beverages
In-villa minibar replenished once per day: 1 bottle white wine, 1 bottle red wine, 4 cans beer, 10 cans soft drinks, 4 cans iced tea, 2 packets milk, and coffee and tea available daily
Spirits by the shot: Beefeater Gin, Russian Standard Vodka, Bacardi Superior White Rum, Captain Morgan Dark Rum, Johnnie Walker Red and Black Label Whisky, Ballantine's Whisky, Jack Daniel's Whisky, Torres 10 Brandy, Olmeca Blanco Tequila
Beers: Carlsberg (can) at Thari; Tiger (draft) and San Miguel (draft) at Palms
Wines by the glass — white: Deakin Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Punti Ferrer Reserva Chardonnay, Tucan Chenin Blanc; red: Fuzion Shiraz Malbec, Gancia Chianti DOCG; rosé: Barton & Guestier Rosé, Fat Barrel Rosé
Cocktails: Singapore Sling, Dry Martini, Gin Fizz, Between the Sheets, Manhattan, Tequila Sunrise, Margarita, Blue Lagoon, Cosmopolitan, Caipiroska, Daiquiri, Piña Colada, Mojito, Cuba Libre
Mocktails: Coconut Kiss, Shirley Temple, Moon Light, Sweet Lips
Soft drinks and juices: Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Coca-Cola Zero, Bitter Lemon, Soda Water, Tonic Water, Ginger Ale, Orange, Mango, Pineapple and Apple juice
Hot beverages: coffee and tea
A daily programme of island activities
Daily island experiences programme: yoga, wellness classes, cultural workshops, kids' activities, live music and more (full weekly schedule available on-island)
Themed Beach BBQ nights are included in the meal plan
One-time 30-minute photoshoot with the in-house photographer, including one edited image
Snorkelling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel) available throughout the stay
Paddleboards and kayaks, 1 hour per guest per day

Not included

Supplement charges apply for selected premium menu items
Dolphin cruises, sunset fishing and island excursions are available at an additional charge

Eat & drink

6 places to eat and drink

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

Restaurants & bars6

Palms Restaurant · Beachfront dining with live grill stations and garden-fresh ingredients

Open-air setting overlooking the Indian Ocean. Buffet breakfast, three-course lunch, and dinner either buffet on selected nights or a three-course meal.

Breakfast 07:00 AM – 10:30 AM; Lunch 12:30 PM – 02:30 PM; Dinner 06:30 PM – 10:00 PM

The Palms Bar

Tiger and San Miguel are on draught here. The Island Map labels it "Palm Bar".

10:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Thari Restaurant · Maldivian, Indian and Sri Lankan; menu inspired by neighbourhood cuisines

Poolside venue. Three-course lunch and dinner. Carlsberg in can is available here.

Lunch 12:30 PM – 02:30 PM; Dinner 06:30 PM – 10:00 PM

Vilu Bar by Thari

Poolside at Thari Restaurant, with full cocktail and beverage service. Tropical cocktails and light fare. The Island Map labels it "Thari Bar".

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Destination & Private Dining

Bespoke dining experiences in natural settings — castaway dinners under the stars, intimate beach celebrations, or in-villa dining. Not described as included in the All-Inclusive plan.

Kurum Bar

A mobile cart serving complimentary fresh coconuts, listed under daily complimentary activities in COMPLIMENTARY EXPERIENCES.pdf.

Things to do

Days on Kuda Funafaru

Diving & snorkelling

Discover Scuba DivingExtra cost
PADI certification coursesExtra cost
PADI continuing education coursesExtra cost
Boat dives for certified diversExtra cost
Full day dive excursionExtra cost
Underwater photo and video sessionExtra cost
DAN dive insuranceExtra cost

Kids

Bubble MakerExtra cost
Little Island Explorers programmeIncluded

Water sports

Guided House Reef snorkel (1 hour)Extra cost
Group Snorkeling Trip (2 hours)Extra cost
Turtle Snorkeling (2 hours)Extra cost
Jet SkiExtra cost
Sailing (Hobie)Extra cost
Wakeboarding & water skiExtra cost
Banana RideExtra cost
Fun TubeExtra cost
Dive Club PackageExtra cost
Honeymoon Package (water sports)Extra cost
Family Package (water sports)Extra cost
Group Package (water sports)Extra cost
Fishing PackageExtra cost
Snorkelling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel and life jacket)Included
Single canoe, double canoe and stand up paddle boardIncluded

Excursion

Dolphin Cruise (2 hours)Extra cost
Sunset Cruise (2 hours)Extra cost
Private snorkelling, dolphin and desert island tripsExtra cost
Island Exploration Trip (120 minutes)Extra cost
Sunset Fishing (2 hours)Extra cost
Coral propagationIncluded
Local island visitsIncluded

Spa & wellness

Funa Spa treatmentsExtra cost
Yoga at the Yoga PavilionIncluded
Wellness classesIncluded

Entertainment

Turtle Talk with the in-house marine biologistIncluded
Cinema Under the StarsIncluded
Cooking classesIncluded
Weekly High TeaIncluded
Sunset cocktailsIncluded
Cultural workshopsIncluded
Live musicIncluded
Resort Centre with mini library and indoor gamesIncluded

Land sports & gym

Fitness centre / gymIncluded
Bicycles upon requestIncluded

Included with your stay

The little things that come with it

Meet & Greet by the Noku Maldives airport team at Velana International Airport
Access to the Coral Lounge at the seaplane terminal on arrival
Welcome drinks on arrival at the resort
Complimentary welcome amenities in the villa upon arrival
Assistance by Island Hosts throughout the stay
Complimentary in-villa espresso machine, tea and coffee-making facilities
Complimentary minibar — BB, HB and FB guests receive soft drinks, iced teas and a selection of snacks, replenished daily; AI guests receive these plus 4 beers, 1 white wine and 1 red wine, replenished daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi in the villa and public areas
Non-motorized water sports: kayak and stand-up paddle board, 60 minutes per guest per day
Snorkelling equipment
Fitness centre
One-time 30-minute complimentary photoshoot during the stay per villa with 1 free edited photo (subject to the photographer's availability; additional photos at a charge)
Teepee tent provided in the villa for all guests checking in with children
Full range of complimentary baby items on request: steriliser, bottle warmer, feeding bottles, high chairs, baby bathtubs, baby toiletries, Kodomo toothbrush and toothpaste, WiFi baby monitors, socket safety covers, stepping stools, baby potty, stroller, Drypers diapers (XL/L/M/S) and diaper bins
A welcome basket of baby toiletries and a diaper bin set up in advance in every villa booked with a baby cot
Resort Centre with a mini library and indoor games
Bathrobes, slippers, beach bags, in-villa safe, umbrella and mosquito spray in the villas
Bicycles upon request, subject to availability
Complimentary in-villa espresso machine, tea and coffee-making facilities
Complimentary minibar, replenished daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi in the villa
Hair dryer
Flat-screen TV with a range of international channels
Iron and ironing board upon request

Island life

Spa, children, reef and romance

Spa

Treatments named on the rate sheet: Funa Signature Massage (60 min $140, 90 min $180), Island Escape Deep Tissue (60 min $150, 90 min $170), Ocean Breeze Swedish (60 min $130, 90 min $170) and Sun Kissed Nectar Facial (60 min $130). Advance purchase rates apply only to treatments booked and confirmed before arrival: $105/$135, $105/$119, $91/$119 and $91 respectively. All prices in USD, subject to 17% TGST and 10% service charge. Spa rituals are described as inspired by local traditions.

Children

The Little Island Explorers programme invites young travellers to creative, educational and fun-filled experiences: Mini Yoga, Kurumba Painting, Nature Walk, Treasure Hunt, Beach Olympics, DIY Shirt Painting, Sandcastle Making Competition and Kurumba Bowling. Daily resort activities include a dedicated programme for children. Babysitting is available for a small fee with in-house babysitters. An extensive list of complimentary baby and toddler items is available on request, and a teepee tent is set up in the villa for all guests checking in with children. No dedicated kids' club building is named in any document or shown on the Island Map.

House reef

Water Sport Sheet: "The lagoon glows in colours you do not quite have words for, the house reef begins a few fin kicks from shore, and the channels of Noonu Atoll, set further apart than most of the Maldives, run gentler currents and clearer water than you might expect." A guided house reef snorkel of 1 hour is offered at $50 per person.

Weddings & celebrations

No wedding packages, venues or pricing are described in any supplied document.

Getting there

From the plane to your villa

Velana International AirportOur team meets you on arrival
Seaplane45 minutes, daylight hours only
Kuda FunafaruNoonu Atoll

The island has its own Seaplane Platform (Island Map).

The island map

Find your way around

At the resort

Facilities

SpaWindsurfingBarSeaplaneDivingextra costWiFiGymSwimming PoolYogaFishing

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