The natural beauty of the Maldives takes centre stage at this laid-back resort, ideal for those seeking a relaxed escape. Unwind amongst lush green backdrops and pristine beaches, or enjoy snorkelling and diving in the gorgeous house reef. The restaurant serves up a variety of international cuisine, and the beachfront bar deck is the perfect spot for sundowners. And for your room, there's a choice of a bungalow nestled just moments from the beach, or a water villa with incredible ocean views.
Amenities
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Bar
Restaurant
Spa
Swimming Pool
Where is it
Peaceful island location on the northern drop-off of South Male Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 25 minutes by speedboat.
Hotel information
102 Superior rooms and 16 Water Villas, all with choice ocean vistas, air conditioning, tea/coffee maker, telephone, hair dryer, mini fridge and safe. Superior Rooms are simple and tasteful, with a veranda opening right up onto the beach.
Full Board includes breakfast, lunch & dinner at the Main Restaurant (buffet). Beverages are not included with the meals.
All Inclusive includes breakfast, lunch & dinner at the Main Restaurant (buffet), with beverages included with meals, plus:
Afternoon tea or coffee with sandwiches or cake between 16:00 - 18:00hrs (at the bar)
Mineral water
Soft drinks
House wine by the glass
Draught and canned beer
Vermouth
Selected spirits
Selected cocktails and mocktails
Bar opening hours for all inclusive guests is 09:00 - 00:00hrs
Water Villas are spacious and warmly designed, set along the far end of the island, each with a jacuzzi bathtub, and a private balcony with infinite ocean views.
The Main Restaurant offers a choice of international food options in buffet style. The bar is set just a few feet from the beach, offering a wide range of cocktails, wines and spirits and non-alcoholic beverages.
PADI 5 star Dive centre*. Snorkelling*. Fishing*. Water sports*. Spa*. Souvenir and jewellery shops*. WiFi. Laundry*. Live music (every other week). DJ once a week. Excursions*. Badminton, volleyball, table tennis and darts.
*Denotes local charge.
Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.
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LOVELY, BREATHTAKING HOLIDAY IN EMBUDU
Aug 15, 2025Giorgia I
We have just returned from an 11-day holiday in Embudu, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the unforgettable experience we had in such a breathtaking place, surrounded by wonderful people.
The island is truly astonishing: the tropical forest is home to white-breasted waterhens, reef herons, fruit bats, iguanas, and more. The underwater life is…
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We have just returned from an 11-day holiday in Embudu, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the unforgettable experience we had in such a breathtaking place, surrounded by wonderful people.
The island is truly astonishing: the tropical forest is home to white-breasted waterhens, reef herons, fruit bats, iguanas, and more. The underwater life is just as beautiful. Snorkelling—even close to the shore—allows you to admire hundreds of different fish, and the house reef is easily accessible to everyone.
The resort staff are always smiling, supportive, and kind. I didn’t dive myself, but my husband, my youngest daughter, my nieces and nephews, and my brother-in-law did, and they were absolutely thrilled. For my nieces, nephews, and brother-in-law, this was their 10th trip to the Maldives, yet they were still deeply impressed by Embudu.
Thank you for this truly memorable holiday!
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A wonderful week in the Maldives
Aug 4, 2025Kesera WZurich, Switzerland
Embudu Village has become our favorite resort in the Maldives for several reasons. For one is its proximity to the airport and the other main reason is the amazing house reef around the Island.
Besides the attentive staff and good service we also always enjoyed the themed buffets throughout our week here. Tasty food paired with the atmosphere here…
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Embudu Village has become our favorite resort in the Maldives for several reasons. For one is its proximity to the airport and the other main reason is the amazing house reef around the Island.
Besides the attentive staff and good service we also always enjoyed the themed buffets throughout our week here. Tasty food paired with the atmosphere here has made our week very memorable.
We would highly recommend this resort to anyone who loves the real Maldives, away from super luxury, just Maldives. We’ll return for sure.
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Embudu war einmal
Jul 27, 2025Andreas G
I returned to Embudu after 20 years with high hopes, only to be met with deep disappointment. What struck me most were the extensive land reclamation and construction works for new artificial islands surrounding Embudu. Two decades ago, these islands didn’t exist, and Embudu was a truly magical diving destination.
It appears that the creation of…
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I returned to Embudu after 20 years with high hopes, only to be met with deep disappointment. What struck me most were the extensive land reclamation and construction works for new artificial islands surrounding Embudu. Two decades ago, these islands didn’t exist, and Embudu was a truly magical diving destination.
It appears that the creation of these new landmasses has altered the ocean currents significantly. As a result, coral life around Embudu has suffered dramatically. Vibrant coral reefs—once the heart of diving here—are now almost completely absent. Marine biodiversity has dwindled to a fraction of what it once was.
The dive center itself is still exactly as I remember it from 20 years ago. Sadly, that is not a compliment. No meaningful updates, no noticeable improvements—just stagnation. The entire diving experience and even the island’s atmosphere no longer feel special. It’s a real shame to witness such a decline in what used to be a paradise for divers.
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Unforgettable Stay in Paradise – A Dream Come True at Embudu Village 🌴✨
Jul 18, 2025Yvonne A
Unforgettable Stay 🏝️
From the moment we landed in Malé, the Embudu Village experience began with warmth and professionalism. A member of the resort staff was waiting at the airport, ready to assist us with everything we needed — including helping us grab a coffee before our speedboat ride. This set the tone for what would be an unforgettable…
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Unforgettable Stay 🏝️
From the moment we landed in Malé, the Embudu Village experience began with warmth and professionalism. A member of the resort staff was waiting at the airport, ready to assist us with everything we needed — including helping us grab a coffee before our speedboat ride. This set the tone for what would be an unforgettable stay.
Arriving at the resort felt like stepping into a postcard — a privately-owned island with endless shades of turquoise water, soft white sands, and pure tranquility. We didn’t even have to worry about our luggage — it magically appeared in our superior beach villa before we even noticed.
The food was a highlight! Each night had a different theme, keeping things exciting and delicious. Every second night featured live music with various bands, and Sundays brought in a DJ that really added to the tropical vibe.
A special mention must go to the barmen at the bar and bar terrace — they were truly exceptional. We had the all-inclusive package, and they made every effort to ensure my husband, our adult daughter, and I were cared for. Their friendliness and attention to detail made every drink feel special.
The staff throughout the resort — from housekeeping to reception, waiters, and the lovely team at Serena Spa — were consistently warm, welcoming, and professional. We highly recommend visiting the spa right after you arrive. We had a relaxing couples’ massage that was just what we needed after the long journey from Jersey (Channel Islands). Our daughter enjoyed a Balinese massage, complete with a lovely matcha tea afterwards.
Yes, the spa treatments are a bit of a splurge (around $100 for a 60-minute massage), but honestly, worth every penny for the quality and care provided.
And then — the cherry on top. On our final day, the team moved us to a water villa free of charge so we could enjoy our last hours on the island in true comfort, even after checking out of our beach bungalow. It was an unexpected and generous gesture that meant the world to us.
We are deeply grateful for such an unforgettable holiday and the kindness of the entire Embudu Village team.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts,
Iwona, Andrzej, and Ava x
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Embudu Village
Jul 13, 2025Stu M
Came to Embudu Village for my wife’s 50th birthday. Wanted to take her somewhere beautiful, was not disappointed. Bungalows are between 10 and 20m from the beautiful shoreline depending where you are on the tiny island. Food is exceptionally well prepared, always a good variety to suit all tastes, themed cuisine night throughout the stay. Always…
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Came to Embudu Village for my wife’s 50th birthday. Wanted to take her somewhere beautiful, was not disappointed. Bungalows are between 10 and 20m from the beautiful shoreline depending where you are on the tiny island. Food is exceptionally well prepared, always a good variety to suit all tastes, themed cuisine night throughout the stay. Always a South Indian option available which is absolutely fantastic. The staff everywhere are absolutely lovely, hardworking and can’t do enough for you. Our waiter for the entire stay was a lovely guy called Raju. Super professional, very friendly and looked after us to a 5 star level. The village is low tech, no tv’s in rooms but free WiFi throughout. Only downside was the absence of a shop where we could buy the usual holiday snacks etc however it wasn’t really an issue. Rooms are serviced daily, clean towels, bed linen and clean beach towels are left outside. Highly recommended.
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LOVELY, BREATHTAKING HOLIDAY IN EMBUDU
