Kuredu Island Resort & Spa

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

With miles of white sandy beach to while away your days on, an 'all you can drink' all-inclusive package, and plenty of incredible underwater sights to explore, a stay at Kuredu Island Resort & Spa is sure to satisfy your Maldives daydreams. This picturesque island is surrounded by a stunning lagoon, and split into three separate resorts; the main area, welcoming all; O Resort, for over 12s; and Sangu Resort, exclusively for over 18s. Enjoy meals in traditional open-air settings at your designated restaurant, and extensive activities to indulge in, including complimentary group classes. Come nightfall, your relaxing days transform into fun nights, with a range of entertainment on the programme - or, just grab yourself a cocktail and find a secluded spot to stare at the stars.

Amenities

  • Bicycle Rental
  • Golf
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service

Where is it

Located in the Lhaviyani Atoll, 145km north of Male. Transfer time from Velana International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

389 rooms. All featuring tropical décor, a king-size bed, tile or wood floors, porch with furniture, air-conditioning, overhead ceiling fan, sitting area, minibar refrigerator, Nespresso machine with tea/coffee-making facilities, IDD telephone, Bluetooth alarm clock or sound bar for streaming music (dependent on room category), personal safe, standard UK sockets, bathroom with bath accessories, hair dryer, nightly turndown service and complimentary use of beach towels and chaise lounges at the pool and beach. Garden Bungalows are located amidst the natural gardens of the resort, with 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child.

Full Board includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner is served in Bonthi Restaurant for guests in the Garden Bungalows, Beach Bungalows and Premium Beach Bungalows; in Koamas Restaurant for guests in the Beach Villas, Premium Beach Villas, Jacuzzi Beach Villas, Deluxe Beach Villas, and Two Bedroom Beach Villa; in Sangu Restaurant for guests in the Sangu Water Villas, Sangu Premium Beach Villas, and Sangu Jacuzzi Beach Villas and in ‘O’ Restaurant for guests in the O Beach Villas and O Jacuzzi Beach Villas, while the Private Pool Villa guests can choose where they would prefer to dine (restrictions apply with children). Kuredu bottled water will be served from outlets by the glass.


All-Inclusive Plus option: includes unlimited “all you can drink” alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by the glass (selected items); plus water, soft drinks, juice, beer, house wine, coffee, tea, iced coffee and iced tea, as well as assorted snacks from your mini-bar; Afternoon Tea in designated bars; one bottle of sparkling wine; a 20% discount from selected SPA treatments taken during the first two days of the stay; one Sunset Cruise; one half hour group lesson for snorkeling, windsurfing and golf; free yoga session, the fitness centre, volleyball and badminton courts, daytime use of the tennis court and paddle tennis court, table tennis, billiards, snooker, darts and football pitch, kayaks and windsurfing boards; a 50% discount on food items from the bar menus (not valid for Sai Kotari and special events) and a 50% discount on premium & special cocktails and other beverage (except wine). 


All-Inclusive Plus option (effective 1 November 2026): includes “all you can eat” buffet-style meals in designated restaurants depending on room type; plus snacks from selected bars; unlimited “all you can drink” alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages by the glass (selected items), including water, soft drinks, juice, beer, house wine, coffee, tea, iced coffee and iced tea, milkshakes and smoothies, and house brand spirits; minibar drinks and snacks (selected items, replenished once daily); one bottle of sparkling wine per room per stay; a 20% discount from selected SPA treatments taken during the first two days of the stay; one Sunset Cruise; one half-hour group lesson for snorkelling, windsurfing and golf; free use of the fitness centre, yoga sessions, volleyball and badminton courts, tennis and paddle tennis courts (daytime use), table tennis, billiards, snooker, darts and football pitch; free use of kayaks and windsurfing boards (with restrictions); a 50% discount on food items from selected bar menus (not valid for Sai Kotari and special events); and a 50% discount on selected beverages not included (excluding wine).


Does not include: food from other resort restaurants, room service, gift shops, selected minibar items, excursions, Champagne and sparkling wines (excluding the included bottle), premium beverages, fresh juices, and access to certain restaurants and bars depending on room type.


All-Inclusive Gold option -(Currently unavailable for new booking) : this package includes all the benefit of the All-Inclusive Plus Package with the added value of a selection of bottles of wine and premium spirits available in Restaurants & Bars; one lunch in Franco’s or one dinner per day in any of the à la carte restaurants (prior reservation required); late breakfast at Franco’s from 10:30am–12:00pm; unlimited “all you can eat” pizzas, burgers and ice-cream (limited timing); premium cocktails, cocktail specials and shooters; all minibar beverages and snacks (one refill/day); a free round of golf (includes equipment); one 1-hour spa treatment per week from a special menu; one Introduction dive per stay or one orientation dive per stay (for certified divers) ; free use of non-motorised water sports (windsurf board and sail, kayaks and stand-up paddle board); free use of bicycles; free use of snorkelling equipment; one bag of laundry per stay; free use of TMA Lounge.


Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

Beach Bungalows are rustic bungalows on the beach that blend perfectly with the natural greenery of the island’s beach, away from the resorts hustle and bustle. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child. 

Premium Beach Bungalows are elegant bungalows on the beach with unobstructed sea views, a partially open-air bathroom with rain shower, stocked minibar and wine refrigerator, and complimentary once daily restocking of coffee and tea. With 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child. 

Beach Villas are more spacious wooden rooms on the beach, featuring a partially open-air bathroom with walk-in shower, double sinks, stocked minibar and wine refrigerator, complimentary once daily restocking of coffee/tea, and 1 king-size bed sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children. 

O Beach Villas are more spacious beach villas located in the O Resort and offering access to all the O Resort facilities (available to guests aged 12 and above). These wooden rooms feature a partially open-air bathroom with walk-in shower, double sinks, decorative wrought iron furniture, stocked minibar and wine refrigerator, complimentary once daily restocking of coffee/tea, and 1 queen-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Premium Beach Villas offer a premium location for guests to easily access the main area of the island, with excellent beach in front of the property for guests to enjoy. These wooden rooms feature a partially open-air bathroom with walk-in shower, double sinks, decorative wrought iron furniture, stocked minibar and wine refrigerator, complimentary once daily restocking of coffee/tea, and 1 double bed sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children. 

Deluxe Beach Villa is a one-of-a-kind spacious villa on Kuredu’s beautiful north side, providing direct access to the beach and stunning views across the Indian Ocean. The spacious interior can accommodate the villa’s king-size bed as well as up to 3 additional single beds, making this room great for families. The room features a furnished veranda, partially open-air bathroom with walk-in shower, double sinks, stocked minibar and wine refrigerator, and complimentary once daily restocking of coffee/tea. Sleeping maximum 5 people. 

Jacuzzi Beach Villas feature a screened veranda with the beach on your doorstep, with the ocean just a few meters away and a private Jacuzzi in the open-air bathroom. Sleeping maximum 3 adults. 

O Jacuzzi Beach Villa feature the same amenities as Jacuzzi Beach Villas, and are located in the O Resort, with access to all O Resort facilities (only available to guests aged 12 and above). Sleeping maximum 3 adults. 

Sangu Jacuzzi Beach Villas also feature the same amenities as Jacuzzi Beach Villas, and are located in the Sangu Resort, offering access to Sangu Resort facilities (only available to guests aged 18 years old and above). Sleeping maximum 2 adults. 

Sangu Water Villas are located over the lagoon, an enchanting romantic haven. Featuring an enclosed bathroom, minibar, private wooden sundeck with chaise lounges and stairs into the sea, and magnificent views. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults (18 years and above). 

Sangu Water Villa Honeymoon suite is a spacious villa at the end of the private jetty, with pristine views of the sunset, sandbank, and ocean. With private sundeck with sunbeds and stairs into the ocean, as well as a spacious living area, and a bathtub. 

Private Pool Villas are nestled in the tropical gardens and are spacious and private, surrounded by high walls. With a sparkling 4x10m pool, large wooden deck, chaise lounges, teak furniture, four poster bed, separate wardrobe area, wet bar, minibar, stocked wine refrigerator, large partially open-air bathroom with double sinks, rain shower, and Jacuzzi bathtub for two. Guests staying in this room category can dine in any of the four main restaurants without prior reservation (age restrictions may apply). With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child. 

Private Pool Villa Family Suites have been created for families and groups of friends, and are spacious and screened by lush tropical greenery behind peripheral walls. With a 4x10m pool, patio with sitting area, chaise lounges, Jacuzzi bathtub, and 2 bedrooms. Guests staying in this room category can dine in any of the four main restaurants without prior reservation (age restrictions may apply). Sleeping maximum 6 people.

Two Bedroom Beach Villas are a one-of-a-kind spacious villa on Kuredu’s beautiful north side, providing direct access to the beach and stunning views across the Indian Ocean. These rooms are equipped with a master bedroom and a second bedroom that can be converted into a twin or triple. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 3 children.

Please note: The age restriction for Sangu guests will change to ages 15 years and older for guests travelling from 1 Nov '25.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 30 Sep '26 to receive up to 30% off the accommodation cost between 01 Nov '26 - 31 Oct '27. Plus Kids go free! Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

The main buffet restaurants are conveniently located across the island, with each offering a dining experience crafted for each villa type. Bonthi Restaurant (for guests staying in Garden Bungalows, Beach Bungalows and Premium Beach Bungalows). Koamas Restaurant (for guests staying in Deluxe Beach Villa, Beach Villas, Premium Beach Villas and Jacuzzi Beach Villas and Two Bedroom Beach Villas). O Restaurant (for guests staying in O Beach Villas and O Jacuzzi Beach Villas, all guests must be 12 years old and above). Sangu Restaurant (for guests staying in Sangu Water Villas, Sangu Jacuzzi Beach Villas and Sangu Premium Beach Villas, all guests must be 18 years old and above). Private Pool Villa guests can choose where they would prefer to dine. All buffet restaurants feature ‘all you can eat’ buffet style meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, in traditional open-air settings. 

Guests can also enjoy a la carte dining at Franco’s (all-day dining menu, Mediterranean cuisine, plus pizza, burgers and sandwiches), The Far East (authentic Asian cuisine), and The Beach (fresh, local seafood). In-villa dining*. Beach dinners*. Akiri Bar (on the beach beside main reception). Babuna Bar (next to Koamas restaurant). Pool Bar. Sai Kotari (tea house at the end of the arrival jetty). Sangu Bar (located at Sangu Restaurant). Sangu Wine Cellar. ‘O’ Bar. Golf Bar. Some bars offer a snack menu.

Please note: The age restriction for Sangu guests will change to ages 15 years and older for guests travelling from 1 Nov '25.

Weekly evening program of entertainment, including a Maldivian cultural and history presentation, Boduberu cultural dance show, DJ disco, White party, Rock 'n' Roll, Retro party, live band night, movies and more.

3.5km of white sandy beach. Magnificent lagoon. Reef with shipwreck for snorkelling. Three fresh water swimming pools overlooking the beach (including vibrant main pool with children’s wading pool, ‘O’ pool for guests aged 12 and over, and Sangu infinity pool for Sangu guests aged 18 and older). Max Mermaids & Pirates Kids’ Club and playground (for ages 3-12 - children below 3 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times). Four gift shops. Guided excursions* including snorkelling, sunset cruise and more. Board games available in all bars. Duniye Spa*. Ocean watersports centre*. Prodivers Scuba Centre*. Lit tennis and paddle courts. Floodlit golf driving range and putting green, and six-hole pitch and putt golf course. Beach volleyball. Badminton. Cricket pitch. Bicycles. Football ground. Entertainment centre with table tennis, snooker, foosball, darts and more. Fitness centre overlooking the ocean. Fishing excursions*.

Please note: The age restriction for Sangu guests will change to ages 15 years and older for guests travelling from 1 Nov '25.

Three convenient reception areas, all providing guest services. Complimentary WiFi. Araam Lounge departure area (for relaxing and freshening up whilst waiting for your seaplane transfer).

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: only guests aged 12 years and older may use the 'O' Resort swimming pool and 'O' Bar.

Please note: Sangu facilities are currently exclusive to guests aged 18 and above. This will change to aged 15 years and above for travel from 1 Nov '25 onwards.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 18. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating We keep coming back for a reason🫶🏻

Apr 18, 2026 anamB657WG

We have just returned from yet another unforgettable stay on this incredible Maldivian island, and once again, it exceeded every expectation. As repeat guests, this place truly feels like a second home to us—and that’s entirely thanks to the amazing people who make it so special. The island itself is pure paradise: crystal-clear waters, pristine… Read more
We have just returned from yet another unforgettable stay on this incredible Maldivian island, and once again, it exceeded every expectation. As repeat guests, this place truly feels like a second home to us—and that’s entirely thanks to the amazing people who make it so special. The island itself is pure paradise: crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and lush greenery everywhere you look. But what really sets it apart is the warmth and genuine care from every single member of staff. From the moment we arrive, we are welcomed back like family, and that feeling never fades throughout our stay. A special mention must go to the kids club, which is simply outstanding. Our daughter absolutely adores it—so much so that we barely see her during the day! The variety of daily activities is fantastic, always fun, creative, and perfectly organized. The girls at the kids club are beyond amazing: kind, energetic, attentive, and truly passionate about what they do. They create such a safe and joyful environment that children instantly feel comfortable and excited to join in. The hardest part? Leaving. Last time, our daughter was in tears saying goodbye, which says everything about how much she loves it there… We usually stay for around two weeks, and every time it feels like it goes by far too quickly. It’s one of the few places where we can fully relax, knowing our child is having the time of her life as well. We are already counting down the days until we return again.This island is not just a holiday destination—it’s a place full of beautiful memories, wonderful people, and experiences we will treasure forever. Read less
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Apr 15, 2026 Excursion41892314574 Switzerland

This place is truly a little piece of paradise! The perfect combination of peace, nature, discovery, and activities. If you have children, you definitely won’t get bored here! There’s a great kids club where you can leave them and enjoy some quality time as a couple. The team—Menuka, Seily, and Suzu—are amazing with the kids! You can try plenty… Read more
This place is truly a little piece of paradise! The perfect combination of peace, nature, discovery, and activities. If you have children, you definitely won’t get bored here! There’s a great kids club where you can leave them and enjoy some quality time as a couple. The team—Menuka, Seily, and Suzu—are amazing with the kids! You can try plenty of water sports, the food is good, and the staff are incredibly kind and helpful. Tharu, our contact on-site, was fantastic and did everything to make my husband’s birthday a memorable one! The boat excursions are great—definitely worth doing at least one. The boat team was wonderful and really went the extra mile to make sure we had the best possible experience. The only small downside I could mention is that there are sometimes not enough buggies in the evening when everyone is heading to dinner; maybe adding a few bikes could help. But overall, for me, it’s a 10/10. And all the marine life I discovered here will stay in my memory forever. Thank you, Kuredu 🙏 Read less
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Apr 15, 2026 Michy66 Chelmsford, United Kingdom

This was our 1st visit to the Maldives and Kuredu resort was just perfect. We stayed in the water villas which was amazing. Sangu resturant was fabulous. We booked the chefs table and sea and sand dining experiences which I highly recommend, a big thank you to Krishna the executive Chef who produced an amazing menu. Just magical eating on the… Read more
This was our 1st visit to the Maldives and Kuredu resort was just perfect. We stayed in the water villas which was amazing. Sangu resturant was fabulous. We booked the chefs table and sea and sand dining experiences which I highly recommend, a big thank you to Krishna the executive Chef who produced an amazing menu. Just magical eating on the beach watching the sunset. The food and service was exceptional.It was my 60th birthday and and Sajanay our resort host organised some amazing treats for me. The whole island is immaculate and just beautiful. The sea life is breathtaking, turtles, rays sharks and we were lucky to see many dolphins on the sunset cruise.The snorkeling at the resort is just magical. I had a wonderful spa treatment at the O spa looking over the sea thankyou Sujatha who made the experience so wonderful. The best thing about the holiday was the amazing staff. We had to stay an additional 6 nights because of the Middle east conflict and although our travel agents were not good at communicating with us the staff at the resort really tried to reasure and support us, especially Rajnami the front office manager who was so helpful and reassuring. I would also like to thank Sajanay our resort host who was so lovely, Bipin our housekeeper who kept our accomodation immaculate always with a massive smile. Waiting staff Tanvi, V Jay, Ellan and Vital. Buggy driver Sandy and the absolute legend Manu who made our holiday, with his wonderful conversations and amazing friendly upbeat personality. We would return in a heartbeat and really hope we will in the future. I would totally recommend this resort. Read less
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Apr 12, 2026 Cruiser03610749207

First time in the Maldives. What an experience staying at the Kuredu. All staff are friendly & helpful. The island is absolutely beautiful. Food was amazing & spoilt for choice. We stayed in the water villas & loved every minute. Room was kept immaculately clean & mini bar well stocked every day. We celebrated a 60th Birthday & was made to… Read more
First time in the Maldives. What an experience staying at the Kuredu. All staff are friendly & helpful. The island is absolutely beautiful. Food was amazing & spoilt for choice. We stayed in the water villas & loved every minute. Room was kept immaculately clean & mini bar well stocked every day. We celebrated a 60th Birthday & was made to feel so special. Birthday meal was in the Veli Tent & worth every penny. Amit who served us was very accommodating & even helped taking photographs. We went to the 5.8 restaurant on another island & found it amazing, well worth a visit. Holiday of a lifetime. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Even more magical the second time around – our dream family holiday at Kuredu! 🐠✨

Apr 10, 2026 SvetJohnson Haywards Heath, United Kingdom

We first fell in love with Kuredu as a couple, but returning with our two boys (aged 4 and 8) turned our dream into a reality we didn’t think could get any better. This was pure magic – for all four of us. Our amazing host, Auss– thank you for making our stay so comfortable and for making sure we had everything we needed. You organised a… Read more
We first fell in love with Kuredu as a couple, but returning with our two boys (aged 4 and 8) turned our dream into a reality we didn’t think could get any better. This was pure magic – for all four of us. Our amazing host, Auss– thank you for making our stay so comfortable and for making sure we had everything we needed. You organised a brilliant cinema night for us on the beach (kids still talk about it!), and you made my very special birthday extra special. We felt so looked after. Kids Club – absolute legends. Our boys had never stayed in a kids club without us before, so we were a little nervous. Then came Menuka, Seliy, Diveena, and Sujana. They were incredibly attentive, caring, and took the time to get to know our children. They encouraged them gently, and soon our 8-year-old declared: “This is the best kids club ever!” That says it all. The Easter programme was brilliant – mini golf, pizza making, sushi making with the chefs, cupcake decorating, an egg hunt, coconut painting, and loads of arts and crafts. Every day was an adventure for them. Koamas Restaurant team – you are the heart of our meals. Krishna, Pema, and Resma made every single meal special. So attentive, so positive, always asking about our day and sharing stories about their own families. We genuinely loved getting to know them. They turned eating into a warm, happy ritual. Snorkelling Safari with Ahmet – absolute highlight. Ahmet and his boat crew took us to the best spots: incredible fish, reef sharks, dolphins. They looked after our 4-year-old on the boat while we snorkelled, making sure he was happy and safe. Ahmet was brilliant with our 8-year-old in the water, guiding him to the best sights. Our older son felt like a real explorer. This was our second time at Kuredu, and coming back with our children made it everything we had dreamed of – and more. Thank you to every single person who made our return so unforgettable. We’ll be back. Read less