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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

5.0 star property
Upmarket beachfront resort with spa, near Dhangethi Beach

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Deluxe Water Villa | Aerial view
Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Sauna, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy, hot stone massages
Aerial view
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Located close to Maafushivaru Island Jetty, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers an idyllic getaway with a private beach and poolside bar. Guests rave about the helpful staff as they unwind in the sun on loungers or explore kayaking, motor boating, and windsurfing activities.
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Non-smoking
  • Gym
  • Spa

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On a private beach
  • 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fitness centre
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on-site
  • Fridge
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
The current price is AU$538
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

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Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Villa, Overwater (Sunset, Pool)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
  • 114 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 106 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool)

Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Club Lounge
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
  • 159 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Duplex Beach Villa

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
  • 87 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 93 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

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Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Sunrise Overwater Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
  • 86 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, 20094

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 km

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 60.4 miles/97.1 km

Restaurants

  • Asian Wok
  • Coral Bar
  • Ahima Restaurant
  • Vilamendhoo Cafeteria
  • The Reef

About this property

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection offers a private beach where you can enjoy beach umbrellas, yoga and volleyball, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling, parasailing and windsurfing. 2 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Reef Restaurant, one of 3 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a fitness centre. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

All-inclusive

All-inclusive room rates at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection 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 and à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Dining and beverage availability limited at one or more venues

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Snorkelling
Windsurfing

Land activities

Fitness facilities
Tennis
Volleyball
Children's club

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Finnish, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Lao, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 112 units
    • Arranged over 1 level
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must transfer via aeroplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Seaplane transfers: Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 25 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival.  Daily transfer service is offered between 6 AM and 3:45 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane transfer fee at check-out.
    • Flight and speedboat transfers: Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via domestic flight, followed by a speedboat transfer to the property. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Maldivian Airways/FlyMe before 10:30 PM. Guests arriving outside of these hours are advised to book a hotel room in Male or Hulhumale until services resume. Guests must pay the domestic flight fee and the speedboat fee at check-out.
    • The additional fee (payable at the property) covers seaplane transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No on-site parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Pool toys
  • Lifeguard on-site
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Bodyboard on-site

What to do

  • On a private beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach yoga
  • Fitness classes
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Boat tours
  • Motor boating
  • Snorkelling
  • Windsurfing
  • Bodyboard on-site
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Pool table
  • Fishing
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Bodyboard on-site
  • Paddleboard on-site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2009
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fitness centre
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/games room
  • Full-service spa
  • Steam room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Turndown service
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony or patio
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 25+ Mbps)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Free bottled water
  • In-room dining only

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Reef Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Suan Bua – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in Thai cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Mare Azzurro – This restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Aqua Bar – This bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.
Coral Bar and Lounge – On-site bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per adult: USD 420
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) gala dinner per child: USD 210 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 480 per person, per stay
The additional fee covers seaplane transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 200.0 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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 does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Centara All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island
Centara Grand Island Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi
Centara Grand Island Resort All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island Resort Spa Maldives All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island Resort Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi
Centara Grand Island Maldives Machchafushi

Frequently asked questions

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection and nearby?

Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, parasailing and sailing and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection also has 2 bars, a private beach and a steam room, as well as an arcade, a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Yes, there are 3 on-site restaurants, featuring international cuisine and garden views.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.

What's the area around Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection like?

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection is a short 1-minute walk from Ari Atoll and 3 minutes' walk from Dhangethi Beach.

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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Dining options were diverse and staff were highly accommodating and provided excellent service. (4 reviews)
  • The pool area was delightful and private, with some rooms offering an overwater pool experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Had an amazing trip with the grand all inclusive package! Appreciated hotels.com pricing included flights, taxes and service charges so we knew the real cost in total up front. All in all this is a fabulous hotel, sensational service, excellent food and wonderful activities I would definitely book agai . Thank you for the wonderful experience!!
7-night trip

10/10

This was our 2nd visit to this resort and won’t be our last.
6-night trip

10/10

The complex was outstanding and the staff were so nice, they couldn’t do enough.
6-night trip

10/10

Wonderful island hotel w gorgeous blue water, friendly staff, nice rooms, gym, beautiful views and more
5-night trip

10/10

Absolutely amazing, you need to stay in an overwater sunset villa w/ pool, this gets you exclusive club access basically to yourself and many other added benefits/perks and you must do all inclusive or the Grand all inclusive. Only complaint is my wife is the pickiest eater you'll meet so it took some adjustment to find meals she liked (even from the kids menu) but all restaurants were super accommodating in customizing her meal to anything she wanted and by day 2 we had her eating like a king.
9-night trip

8/10

Lovely beach and snorkelling opportunities. Friendly staff but could do with better training (not consistent). Very child friendly. Decor quite dated but kept generally clean. Food quality requires improvement for 5-star rating (first time in Maldives so cannot say if this is resort-specific but don't expect Dubai 5-star hotel food).
9-night trip

10/10

Stunning resort and Absolutely first class service

10/10

Thank you for this very nice vacation on a very nice island.
15-night trip

10/10

A wonderful holiday resort where we treated like royalty. Courteous friendly staff from cleaners to management. Couldn’t have asked for more as a way to celebrate 50 years of marriage.
8-night trip

10/10

Very nice place. High hospitality
3-night trip

10/10

The services and staffs are incredible
4-night trip

10/10

They have a very nice staff and good customer service.
5-night trip

10/10

All of the staff was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. They all really went above and beyond to create a one of a kind experience.
7-night trip

8/10

Beautiful island and good place for snorkeling, carol and fish are so close to you. I really love the Aqua bar, nice view and every evening I will stay there with a cool drink. I also see beautiful sunrise in my room. Really nice place to stay.
2-night trip

10/10

Excellent!
3-night trip

10/10

The hotel is very nice and the staff is very attentive: Starting from the dive base team (Stefania, Ivan and Sven), over Anish (fitness center) to Masoud, who bakes his wonderful Naan bread and serves it to each table individually. We enjoyed a relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of the south Ari atoll.
10-night trip

10/10

We had an amazing time at Centara Grand. The place is absolutely beautiful and the snorkeling straight out of the water villas is amazing. Food is super nice as well and the buffet restaurant was always varied so it never felt samey. All the staff was super friendly but we would like to thank in special Monir who would do our room and every day would leave a beautiful drawing made with sand or other natural materials on our villa floor.
8-night trip

10/10

By far the best experience we've had for our first time resort! Everyone was kind and engaging. Staff always made sure you were well informed about different events happening and provide excellent service. I highly recommend this as a MUST stay.
6-night trip

10/10

We loved the property, we loved how friendly, helpful and nice the staff was. They took care of our villa like it was their own home and you never see this anywhere. What I didn't like was that they need to set up long chairs for the family villas, we requested and they set it up for us but we didn't realize we could request it until the last two days.
5-night trip

10/10

We definitely enjoyed our stay at the resort. It was very peaceful and beautiful. Everyone was welcoming and polite. Well organized and neat. The things I would suggest they improve on is their restaurant options, different food options each day, for those with longer stay-a trip to explore the city, and more nightlife/activities. Overall, it was an amazing experience and will definitely be coming back.
6-night trip

10/10

This is my second stay at Centara Grand and it was infinitely better than my first. The majority of the staff remembered me and treated me well. I was pleased with everything at Centara Geand! Mr. Hassan at Best Dives is the primary reason for my second visit. He has amazing patience and delivers superlative customer service.

10/10

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2-night trip

10/10

We planned this to be our trip of a lifetime and it certainly lived up to the hype. Rooms are beautiful and private. Amanullah took care of us, bringing us buckets of ice, restocking the mini bar, cleaning the room, and leaving sweet touches daily. The ocean is teeming with life just steps from the door. We took several excursions to fish annd see whale sharks, both hugely successful, and snorkeled for hours along the house reef around the atoll. Food was impeccable and had a large variety. Hospitality everywhere-from food service to reception to spa staff-was incredible. We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. Highly highly recommend.
7-night trip

8/10

remote, yet gorgeous and quiet island. What a beauty. Staff are from various Asian countries and all very nice. rebottled water is a problem for us, we had diarrhea the first night. there were no bottled waters at the island hotel, so we had to boil the water in our room to work around the water quality issue.
5-night trip

10/10

We would just like to say a whole hearted thank you to all the team at Centara Grand for making our stay the most magical and memorable! This was our second visit after being there 8 years ago - we were so excited to return to our favourite place! The level of service was just as amazing as the first time and they were so accommodating in every way. A special shout out to Nabeel who made sure our stay was a smooth and enjoyable as possible and was always on hand with any queries we had. Islam our room cleaner also did a fantastic job and was extremely friendly. We got engaged the second night of our stay with a fantastic beach dinner and now we have memories for life. We can't wait to return in the not so distant future! Thanks so much again!
7-night trip