Kurumba Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Thila
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Deluxe Bungalow
Deluxe Bungalow
Reception
Kandu Bar
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalow
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalow
Thila
Hamakaze
Garden Pool Villa
Garden Pool Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Vihamanaa
Athiri Bar
Deluxe Pool Villa
Deluxe Pool Villa
Deluxe Pool Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Spa
Mahal
Al Qasr
Frangipani
Kurumba Residence
Kurumba Residence
Kurumba Residence
Thila
Superior Room
Superior Room
Superior Room
Deluxe Bungalow
Deluxe Bungalow
Reception
Kandu Bar
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalow
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalow
Thila
Hamakaze
Garden Pool Villa
Garden Pool Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Vihamanaa
Athiri Bar
Deluxe Pool Villa
Deluxe Pool Villa
Deluxe Pool Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Family Villa
Spa
Mahal
Al Qasr
Frangipani
Kurumba Residence
Kurumba Residence
Kurumba Residence

The hotel

Famed as the first tourist resort in the Maldives, this excellent hotel has a wide range of facilities with a fantastic array of restaurants serving cuisine from across the world. With a lively natural house reef in the beautiful Indian Ocean, fantastic diving and snorkelling opportunities lie within easy reach. Even better, this resort is just a 10-minute speedboat ride from the airport or Male, so you won’t need to wait long for that first delicious cocktail on the sand.

Amenities

  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Located in North Malé atoll. Transfer time from airport: approximately 10 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel information

All rooms with air conditioning and fans, safe, flat screen TV, satellite television stations, outdoor standing shower, indoor standing shower, bathtub, bathrobes, hairdryer, mini-bar, complimentary WiFi, beach towels, premium amenities, iron and ironing board, and tea/coffee and hot chocolate making facilities. Superior Rooms are conveniently located, with either a terrace or balcony, open-plan bathroom, and 1 daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/infant.


Breakfast Included: buffet breakfast or premium a la carte breakfast, dependent on room category booked. 

Half Board: includes dinner at the main restaurant (buffet). 

Full Board Plus: lunch and dinner at the main restaurant with beverages (a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails during meal times at the main restaurant only. 

Dine Around All Inclusive: lunch with a choice of two menus in three locations, with beverages. Dinner with a choice of seven restaurants, with beverages. Additional beverage outlets (Athiri, Kandu Bar and Fex) with a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails. Choice of excurions (glass bottom boat, Male tour, Sunset and Dolphin Cruise). Minimum 4 night stay.

Deluxe Bungalows provide privacy in verdant surroundings, just steps from the beach with an open plan bathroom and outdoor daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.

Beachfront Deluxe Bungalows are cosy and well appointed, with sun loungers on the private terrace by the white sand and sparkling ocean. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.

Garden Pool Villas are nestled in the tropical gardens, with a private courtyard, open-plan bathroom, and private plunge pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child/infant/teen, or 2 adults, 1 child/teen and 1 infant.

Beach Villas are perfectly positioned for catching the sunrise, and generously spaced, with a separate lounge and an intimate garden spa tub. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children and 1 infant.

Deluxe Pool Villas are spacious villas with their own private pool, a sitting room, and a private deck with breath taking ocean and garden views. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.

Family Villas are two-level villas, with stunning ocean views and secluded lounging. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.

The Two Bedroom Kurumba Residence is expansive, with a private pool / spa tub in both wings. Sleeping maximum 6 adults, or 4 adults, 2 children/teens, and 2 infants.

7 restaurants, 3 bars and 1 shisha lounge: Vihamanaa (international delicacies with Maldivan senses). Thila (al fresco dining). Hamakaze (teppanyaki, sushi, sashimi). Al Qasr (Middle Eastern specialties). Mahal (Indian cuisine). King Thai (authentic flavours from Thailand). Café (laidback dining opposite the pool). Fez (shisha lounge). Sound of the Sea* (private dining). Kandu Bar (breezy open-air pavilion and overwater deck). Athiri Bar 1 & 2 (snacks, cocktails).

Vibrant culture and nightly entertainment with talented Maldivian artists.

2 swimming pools, and 2 further children’s swimming pools. Water sports centre. Activities for children, teens and adults. Photo studio*. Boutique. 7-day activity programme with a selection of complimentary events. Veli Spa* (with body treatments, yoga pavilion and classes and a relaxation lounge). Diving centre (the reef system here ranks amongst the purest in the world, with an amazing array of colourful fish, sea anemones, sponges, eels, turtles, whale sharks and more).

24-hour reception. Arrival/departure lounge. Doctor on-site. Babysitting service*. Laundry and dry cleaning service*.

*Denotes local charge.

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Jun 28, 2025 Muskan r

I had my best experience. The place and the people , unforgettable. Special thanks to @gungun who made my stay at Kurumba nicer and better by being the most kind and generous staff to help me through out and was super prompt in responding to queries! Such a sweet and caring person.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating 2nd time but not the last.

Jun 20, 2025 Angel_jes21

This was our 2nd time in Kurumba and definitely will be back again, even though we think that there's some changes in the hotel i can say that the warmth and the hospitality that we get from the staff are never change. Food from cafe restaurant was really good and sevice staff was top notch, special thank's to April who alway's welcome us with a… Read more
This was our 2nd time in Kurumba and definitely will be back again, even though we think that there's some changes in the hotel i can say that the warmth and the hospitality that we get from the staff are never change. Food from cafe restaurant was really good and sevice staff was top notch, special thank's to April who alway's welcome us with a big smile and ready to help for any request that we asked. Again a big thank's for making our stay memorable. Read less
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Jun 17, 2025 tiaan l

Had a very good time at kurumba, the staff were all so pleasant and helpfull, the room was fantastic and definitely enjoyed the open air shower under the moontlight. And i want to thank, hathim, hayot, bruan, amil, rasheed and definitely noy for all the good hospitality and friendly service, will recommend and would love to come again
Image of the Tripadvisor rating The Perfect Short-Stay Maldives Escape

Jun 15, 2025 L2975UDsamk

We’ve now visited Kuruma three times, and it continues to deliver a consistently high standard. Its proximity to Malé makes it perfect for a short visit without the hassle of long transfers. The beach is spectacular - clean, quiet, and picture-perfect. The staff throughout the resort are friendly and professional, making the entire stay seamless… Read more
We’ve now visited Kuruma three times, and it continues to deliver a consistently high standard. Its proximity to Malé makes it perfect for a short visit without the hassle of long transfers. The beach is spectacular - clean, quiet, and picture-perfect. The staff throughout the resort are friendly and professional, making the entire stay seamless and enjoyable. A standout this time was Felix, the sommelier. He provided an excellent selection of premium wines and even arranged to have specific bottles flown in for us, all with modest markups - an unexpected touch at a resort of this type. Kuruma is ideal for short trips. For longer stays, we typically opt for one of the more remote islands operated by major hotel brands, which tend to offer a touch more luxury, larger villas, and a wider range of amenities. That said, it’s one of the most reliable and welcoming resorts in the Maldives, and there’s a certain charm to it that keeps us coming back. Read less
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Jun 14, 2025 Юлия П St. Petersburg, Russia

We stayed at Kurumba from May 31 to June 7. This is our 5th trip to this island. Many thanks to all the staff for our comfortable stay at the hotel. Special thanks to the staff who remember us from previous trips ♥️ Thanks to Sevillia; the staff of the main restaurant Mahesh, Fathik, Haris, AJ; the staff from the bar on the beach Islomjon and the… Read more
We stayed at Kurumba from May 31 to June 7. This is our 5th trip to this island. Many thanks to all the staff for our comfortable stay at the hotel. Special thanks to the staff who remember us from previous trips ♥️ Thanks to Sevillia; the staff of the main restaurant Mahesh, Fathik, Haris, AJ; the staff from the bar on the beach Islomjon and the staff of the photo studio (unfortunately, I did not write down the name)! Thanks to your work and responsiveness, we want to return to Kurumba again and again! Read less