While beaches are all about sun, waves, and palm trees, one can only ask for more, and guess what? We have just the place for you. Traveling to a secluded island where luxury is combined with a fine dining experience, with various excursions around is like the perfect package for a heartfelt and rejuvenating tour of what exists outside your regular abode. If you’re a beach person, then Kanuhura Island Resort is definitely meant for you and if not, it is worth a trip to woo your senses.
Set across 3 islands, this upscale resort boasts an award-winning spa, a stunning orchid garden, beach butlers, and many activities. Besides 6 eateries, it has wine/whisky tasting sessions, coffee and chocolate mixology, beach picnics and full-moon dinners.
Located on a private island in eastern Lhaviyani Atoll, Kanuhura Maldives offers a luxurious retreat with a beautiful outdoor pool and an on-site water sports center. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas, as well as in villas on request.
Spacious air-conditioned villas are located on the sandy beachfront or over the crystal blue lagoon. A flat-screen TV, DVD player, and iPod dock are included in all villas. The semi-outdoor bathroom comes with a bathtub and hot-water showers.
Surrounded by popular dove sites, Kanuhura Maldives is a 40-minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport. Airport transfers will be arranged by the resort, at an extra charge.
Guests can soak in the hot tub or enjoy a relaxing massage at the resort's spa. For a good workout, there are 2 flood-lit tennis courts, an air-conditioned squash court, and table tennis facilities. The children's club provides water activities and cooking classes and club with pool, scavenger hunts, tuna factory tour, movies, spa sessions, yoga.
A Mano restaurant serves international buffet spreads, while pasta and grilled seafood are offered at the pool-side Cowry Bar. Other dining options include Asian fusion dishes at Veli, private island dining at Jehunuhura, 4 bars and 24-hour room service.
You can explore the adjoining desert islands, visit a turtle sanctuary, watch a movie on the beach, and enjoy local cultural performances.
Accommodation at Kanuhura Maldives Island Resort:
With so many options to choose from, you just can’t get it wrong. Check out this list of villas, bungalows and suites to suit your needs.
- Family Suite:
With 2 king-sized beds and 2 double sofa beds, a private pool, and a private open-air bathroom, this spacious room can accommodate up to 4 children easily.
Tariff: Starting from INR 1,25,000 onwards for 2 adults per night.
- Beach Bungalow:
Providing direct access to the beach with a private open-air bathroom, this one is comfortable for 3 adults at maximum.
Tariff: Starting from INR 35000 for one night for 2 adults.
- Water Pool Villas:
Extended to a private plunge pool on the deck with lounge chairs alongside to unwind your heart and soul in luxury, these pool villas suspended on stilts near the wooden walkway are surely an ecstatic treat for you.
Tariff: Starting from INR 55,000 onwards for 2 adults per night.
- Sanctuary Pool Villas:
These are highly recommended for groups or families as they comprise three luxurious bedrooms with private dining, lounging space and an outdoor pool.
Tariff: Starting from INR 3,87,000 onwards for 2 adults per night.
Note: All these accommodations have free Wifi access with a 40-inch satellite TV, DVD player, tea/coffee maker, free bottled water, and 24-hour room service. The tariff displayed above has been taken choosing from the best deals.
Restaurants In Kanuhura Maldives Island Resort:
If you’re already planning to visit this magnificent resort for 6 days, then the good news is you can choose to try a different restaurant each day. Take a look at these options below to know how it gets better.
- A Mano
Having an option of dining indoors as well as outdoors makes you feel comfortable and relaxed matching the surrounding ambiance of this restaurant. Set up at the beach, A Mano offers a variety of international cuisines with live cooking stations and themed buffets. Indulge in the finest with the finest here!
- Chef’s Herb Garden
How about savoring a hearty meal in a herb garden with candlelights all around? Well, this restaurant is all about an exquisite seasonal menu and is the best place to celebrate any special occasion.
- Bottega
Pizzas with a gourmet touch, pastas to relish and salads to simply complete your day. Bottega offers an extraordinary culinary experience with some mouthwatering flavors of Italy and Mediterranean dishes to take it up a notch.
- Veli
The exotic flavors of the Asian fusion food will melt your heart at this contemporary beachside dining restaurant. What’s best about this place is that they offer a private Yakiniku-style experience of dining here to make your holiday more remarkable.
- Drift
Get ready for a laidback lunch under the palm trees, with an exotic view of the beach and even better grilled delights to satiate your cravings. Don’t forget to order their potent cocktails to compliment your meal.
- Deli
In the mood for a supper coupled with yummy sweet treats to pamper yourself? Well, the Deli will give you the perfect setting for a light lunch or supper and their extra touch comes really handy with those aromatic teas, coffees, and picnic baskets.
How to reach Kanuhura Maldives Island Resort:
The main international airport in Maldives is Male International Airport and this resort is just a 40-minute seaplane ride from there. Even if you’re already in Maldives for a stay, you have to take a seaplane from this airport to reach Kanuhura Island Resort.
