Atmosphere Kanifushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Offering a unique premium All-Inclusive package, the sun-kissed Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives is an exceptional resort. It promises unlimited cocktails and mocktails, premium brand drinks and a choice of dining, with a complimentary fine dining evening dinner experience at The Sunset or Pier Six, not to mention a la carte lunches at The Sunset included, plus fine dining at Just Veg for both lunch and dinner. And did we mention Ceylon Bliss, also included within the plan where you can sample mouth-watering cuisine from the local Sri Lankan chef. From the minute you’re personally met at Malé International Airport by the Atmosphere Team, you’re taken care of. Nothing is too much trouble, whether it’s filling your mini-bar or taking you on complimentary snorkelling adventures twice daily. And your spacious, detached villa or suite provides ample private space to relax and leads directly on to the white sands and turquoise lagoon, the new Kanifushi Residences are wonderful private villas - a good option if you are travelling in a group. One of the largest resort islands in the Maldives, this 2km-long paradise features a swimming pool at each end including one adult only, to give you sunrise and sunset views as you swim — grab a bike and cycle between the two! Don’t forget to make time and head to the spa for your complimentary spa treatments included within the plan based on length of stay.

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa

Where is it

In the Lhaviyani Atoll, along a large natural lagoon. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 35 minutes by complimentary seaplane transfer (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

162 detached villas and suites. All with direct access to the beach and lagoon beyond, whirlpool bathtub, private outdoor area, ceiling fan, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, WiFi access, and 43" flat-screen TV. Sunset Beach Villas offer direct beach access just a few meters in front of their large open air veranda with 1 queen-size bed and either an over-sized day bed or 2 rollaway beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Additional amenities include a well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily.


Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Spice - main buffet restaurant with live cooking stations, theme nights and grill. Lunch and dinner at Just Veg restaurant (reservations required). Street food style light meals and beverages at Ceylon Bliss from 5-9pm daily excepts Wednesdays and Sundays. A selection of snacks at The Liquid & Sunset Pool bar. One a la carte fine dining experience per guest (minimum 4 night stay required, pre booking required. One additional a la carte fine dining experience for stays of 10 nights or more at Pier Six or The Sunset for stays from November 2025) at the following restaurants: The Sunset, or Pier Six. Premium brands of spirits, beer, and liquor available The Spice, The Liquid, The Sunset and Just Veg. Unlimited cocktails, mocktails, signature drinks, fresh and packaged juices, soft drinks, mineral water, and a selection of tea and coffee available from the KANIFUSHI PLAN™ Cocktails, Spirits, & Beer Menu. A wide selection of premium wines from the world-over and bubbles from the KANIFUSHI PLAN™ Wine Menu. In-villa mini-bar stocked with beer, two wines, soft drinks, and a selection of snacks – replenished once daily. 1 x 45-minute spa treatment included per adult for every 4 nights. 50% discount on one couple’s massage from a selection at Essens Wellness and Spa. 20% discount on the first two regular dives per guest (guests must hold a valid dive certificate; no discounts apply if the guest does not dive). One complimentary sunset fishing, per guest, per stay (weather permitting). One complimentary excursion from a selection of exciting excursions, per guest, per stay (weather permitting). Complimentary non-motorised water sports (unicorn and slide pedalos are chargeable) with Dive and Sail throughout the stay (Windsurf Board, Catamaran, Canoe and Paddle boarding). Access to The Clubhouse – Sports & Recreation Centre, floodlit tennis court, fully equipped gymnasium, and outdoor and indoor recreational activities including Sunrise Yoga, Aqua Aerobics and movie nights. Daily music and DJ night events. Two snorkelling excursions during the stay and complimentary snorkelling equipment for all guests throughout their stay. Seaplane transfers are included. Please note: Pier Six is open for dinner (7:00pm-10:30pm). The Sunset is open for dinner. The Teppanyaki Grill at Pier Six is open for 2 sittings at dinner on pre-booking; on a chargeable basis and excluded from the Kanifushi Plan package. 

Please note: Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan will cease at 11:00am on your day of departure.

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

Kanifushi Beach Villa with Pool offer direct beach access just a few meters in front of their large open air veranda with 1 queen-size bed and either an over-sized day bed or 2 rollaway beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child.

2 Bedroom Sunset Family Beach Villas are sets of interconnecting Sunset Beach Villas, sleeping maximum 6 people (with maximum 4 adults).

Water Villas are perched over a lagoon with a private wooden sundeck with loungers and direct access into the sea, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Extra amenities include a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily; and a Sony Bluetooth speaker.

Sunset Beach Villa with pool offer a beachfront location with a 30m² private pool in the private garden looking out at the ocean, with 1 queen-size bed and 1 oversized day bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Sunset Bar available on all days during the stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Sunset Water Villa with pool offer ultimate overwater luxury, stretched along the northern end of the island with a private wooden deck and 20m² private pool with loungers and ocean views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Pier Six available on all days during stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Kanifushi Grand Pool Villa is a one bedroom villa with sweeping oceanfront views with a 40m² lap pool with daybeds, sun loungers and a Maldivan swing making up a fabulous poolside set up. The bedroom has 1 king-size bed, with an oversized day bed in the living room, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Sunset Bar available on all days during the stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Kanifushi Residence is the ultimate villa, complete with living/dining room, pantry, entertainment room, and two bedrooms, plus a private free form swimming pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 3 children, or 5 adults and 2 children. Additional amenities include a grand welcome with personalised villa signage, direct check-in at the villa, champagne on arrival with canapes, fruit basket and cookie jar replenished daily, enhanced in-villa mini-bar with beer, red and white wines, juices, bottled water, and snacks such as mixed nuts, chips, and chocolates, replenished daily, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), daily in-villa fresh coconut juice and homemade ice cream, in-villa breakfast once during stay (for stays of 5 nights or more), optional a la carte breakfast at The Sunset Bar for all days during the stay, optional daily muffin or high tea service, one additional complimentary dining per week at The Sunset or Pier Six speciality restaurants, exclusive butler service, dedicated buggy service, beach toys, special turn down service, customised pillow menu, and personalised departure momento.

  • Booking Bonus: Book 4 nights or more by 15 May '26 to receive up to 30% off the accommodation cost between 02 Apr '26 - 23 Dec '27.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Just Veg (100% meat-free cooking with recipes from the Mediterranean, Arabic, and Indian regions, open for lunch and dinner). The Liquid (Poolside bar serving drinks and bar snacks, as well as a fish and chip service in the evenings). The Sunset Pool Bar (light meals and drinks during the day, speciality fine dining in the evening. Pool bar remains open in the evening for drinks and shisha*). The Spice (all-day buffet restaurant, offering International cuisine and themed nights throughout the week). Ceylon Bliss (Sri-Lankan street food). Teppanyaki Grill* (overwater restaurant, open for dinner). Pier Six (specialty over-the-water seafood restaurant, open for lunch and dinner). The Lantern Bar (healthy cocktails and tapas, open for dinner 6 days a week). Marrakech (Moroccan shisha lounge).

Indian Ocean themed Gala Night and entertainment on Sundays. White Beach BBQ* on Wednesdays. Daily music and DJ night events, as well as theme nights, special disco nights and live performances throughout the year.

50-metre swimming pool overlooking sea. Adults-only pool.Essens Wellness and Spa*. Sunset fishing*. The Club House (tennis court, full gym, recreation centre for activities from Dhivehi language classes to cocktail making, and table tennis, subject to change). Dive & Sail (non-motorised water sports). Snorkelling (complimentary equipment and 2 excursions per day, weather permitting). Various seasonal activities. Excursions*. Morning Yoga. 

Complimentary WiFi access. Bike hire* (available on request). Trackable island shuttle.

* 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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Apr 22, 2026 abhinav k

As 1st time in Maldives, it was such a memorable stay. It felt like a family away from home. The rooms, service, food far beyond the amazing. Loved our stay. Special mentions- Niyaz, he guided us well and took care of all our needs during our stay. Driver Mohd. Ali- he was very sweet and guided us to all excursions and availabilities at… Read more
As 1st time in Maldives, it was such a memorable stay. It felt like a family away from home. The rooms, service, food far beyond the amazing. Loved our stay. Special mentions- Niyaz, he guided us well and took care of all our needs during our stay. Driver Mohd. Ali- he was very sweet and guided us to all excursions and availabilities at best. Do reach out to Anish. He is impeccable guide for sunset cruise. Last but not the end- Cyelon Cafe- amazing food with great service Will visit again.. Thank you Read less
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Apr 21, 2026 Clair S

We’ve just come back from a family holiday in the Maldives and honestly, it was amazing from start to finish. The place itself is just beautiful with clear blue water, white sand, and such a relaxed atmosphere. It was exactly what we all needed. We travelled with our 2 boys and our girl (21, 19 and 16), and it was perfect for all of us, which… Read more
We’ve just come back from a family holiday in the Maldives and honestly, it was amazing from start to finish. The place itself is just beautiful with clear blue water, white sand, and such a relaxed atmosphere. It was exactly what we all needed. We travelled with our 2 boys and our girl (21, 19 and 16), and it was perfect for all of us, which isn’t always easy with different ages. There was plenty to do, snorkelling was a big highlight, but also lots of time to just relax and enjoy being together. The rooms were lovely, really spacious, clean, and just a few steps on to the beach. Waking up to the sea every morning never got old. Food was great too, loads of choice and everything we had was really good. What really made the holiday though was the staff. Every single person we came across was friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. A special mention to Ikko, who was brilliant with our boys while they did their PADI, he really made it such a great experience for them. Zafar, our rep, was always on hand and sorted anything we needed straight away. Shasha and Hamxath were also so lovely and welcoming, they really stood out. Abraham who took me out to reactivate my PADI which I was a little nervous but he made me feel at ease. Mony who took us snorkelling with the sharks which I was petrified but I am pleased I did it. And all the diving instructors were fantastic too, even if I can’t remember everyone’s names! To be honest, everyone working there was just incredible and made the whole trip what it was. We were genuinely sad to leave and that probably says it all. We’re already talking about going back next year and can’t wait to see everyone again. Such a special trip for our family. Read less
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Apr 21, 2026 Sandra A

We had the most unforgettable honeymoon experience in the Maldives! From the moment we arrived, everything felt magical. The natural beauty of the island is simply breathtaking — crystal-clear turquoise water, white sand beaches, and incredible marine life everywhere you look. It truly felt like paradise. 🌴✨ The food was outstanding throughout… Read more
We had the most unforgettable honeymoon experience in the Maldives! From the moment we arrived, everything felt magical. The natural beauty of the island is simply breathtaking — crystal-clear turquoise water, white sand beaches, and incredible marine life everywhere you look. It truly felt like paradise. 🌴✨ The food was outstanding throughout our stay. Every restaurant offered high-quality dishes with amazing variety, but the Teppanyaki experience was absolutely a highlight and a must-do — fun, delicious, and beautifully prepared right in front of us. 🍣🔥 We also loved the activities available on the island. Swimming with sharks was one of the most exciting and unique experiences of our trip — something we will never forget! 🦈💙 The water sports options were excellent and very well organized. The spa was simply WOW. One of the most relaxing and beautiful spa experiences we’ve ever had — peaceful atmosphere, incredible treatments, and stunning surroundings that made it feel truly special and luxurious. It was the perfect addition to our honeymoon. 🌿✨ The resort made our honeymoon extra special with thoughtful gifts and surprises that made us feel celebrated and welcomed. Those small details meant so much to us. 💕 Most importantly, the service was exceptional. Every team member was warm, attentive, and genuinely kind, but we especially want to thank Shasha for making our stay even more memorable. Her care, professionalism, and kindness truly stood out and made us feel at home from the very beginning. 🌟 This was truly a dream honeymoon destination and we cannot recommend it enough. We are already hoping to come back one day! Read less
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Apr 21, 2026 Coachbisho Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Awesome experience in Atmosphere Hotel, the assistance from Zafarbek was really helpful during our stay!!
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Apr 21, 2026 Ольга Г

I've been to the Maldives for the first time, but believe me, there's something to compare with. The flight from Male to the island was not any inconvenience. We flew for about 40 minutes on a jet plane. We were greeted at the pier with music and welcome champagne! We immediately met our guide Hamza. I am very grateful to him for his attention to… Read more
I've been to the Maldives for the first time, but believe me, there's something to compare with. The flight from Male to the island was not any inconvenience. We flew for about 40 minutes on a jet plane. We were greeted at the pier with music and welcome champagne! We immediately met our guide Hamza. I am very grateful to him for his attention to our holiday. Every day I was wondering if everything was fine, very quickly changed our villa, since we booked without a pool. I liked the dinner at the seafood restaurant, the spa, you can not talk about the beautiful views. Food and service are excellent for 10 out of 10. Every evening the hotel entertains its guests with various programs and shows. Thanks again to our guide Hamza We'll be happy to come again Read less