Kandima Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Kandima Maldives is a stylishly designed resort, created with fun and energy at the heart of everything they do. Kandima island is a 3km long tropical paradise, boasting huge stretches of pristine sand and crystal clear lagoons. The resort offers a sensational experience to all who visit and is sure to be the one of the best holiday you're ever likely to have. For those looking to relax, fear not… Kandima Maldives isn't just fun and games. They know how hard you work and that you deserve a break, which is why all of their accommodations have their own unique style. So, if you're wanting to relax on the balcony swing in your Sky Studio or want to laze by the infinity pool on the deck of your Ocean Pool Villa. They've got you covered. What's more, Kandima have a variety of board basis options available to you, so you can tailor your dream Maldivian getaway to your exact needs and desires. From sensational Chinese cuisine in Sea Dragon to dreamy Mediterranean inspired fare in Azure, your days of excitement and relaxation will start and end with mouth-watering delicacies. Kandima Maldives is the ultimate resort for every kind of holidaygoer and we're sure you'll find it hard to say goodbye.

Amenities

  • Kayaking
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Yoga
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service

Where is it

Kandima Maldives Resort is a 45 minutes Seaplane ride from the Male' International Airport and the views on the way make this transfer an excursion in itself. 

Hotel information

264 vibrant and energetically designed studios and villa, epitomise the fun and excitement of a Maldives holiday. Each studio and villa is equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi, in-room entertainment system, Mini-bar*, Hair-dryer, safe and coffee machine. 

Beach & Sky Studios are 55sqm and are located across a two storey villa, perfectly situated along the beach. Each studio comes with either a terrace or Sky studios have private balcony with balcony swing. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 1 child.

Dine Around All Inclusive includes: buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner at Flavour and Zest. Dinner can also be enjoyed at the resort's a la carte restaurants Smoked, Sea Dragon or Azure from the chef's menu.

Guests are also entitled to: 

- Unlimited alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages.  

- Minibar – wine, beer, soft beverages and snacks will be restocked once a day 

- Watersports – complimentary rental of snorkelling equipment, standard kayaks, and paddle boards (1 hour daily)

- Previously mentioned inclusions of other board basis' 


Bed & Breakfast includes: daily buffet breakfast at Flavour or Zest restaurants and also includes unlimited soft drinks during meal time. 

Half Board Plus includes: daily breakfast and dinner at Flavour and Zest with unlimited soft drinks during meal time.  

Full Board Plus includes: daily breakfast, lunch and dinner at Flavour and Zest with unlimited soft drinks during meal time.  

*The above meal plans all also include: 

- Half Board Plus (dinner) and Full Board Plus (lunch and dinner) guests are also eligible for a 20% discount at any A La Carte restaurant.  

- 15% Discount on Dive & Water Sports Activities (T&C Apply). 

- 10% Discount on Spa Treatments. 

- Free use of BURN Fitness Centre, Table Tennis & Darts. 

- 30-minute complimentary photo shoot. 

- Complimentary daily snorkelling trips (not guided) to house reef.  

- Complimentary daily scheduled yoga and fitness programmes.

- Complimentary kids club activities (daily).

- Complimentary use of tennis, beach volley and football arena. 

- Daily evening entertainment at Breeze bar (live music/DJ) 

- Weekly beach games and pool parties at Breeze or Beach Club 

- 24-hour check-in/check-out — No check-out time! 

- Not included: In-villa dining & takeaway from restaurants/bars. 

Beach Villa with Swirl Pool are 97sqm and are located on the beach, lagoon side of the island. The rooms features a semi-outdoor bathroom with hot tub, rainfall shower and day bed. The villa has a king-size bed and a sofa bed. Sleeping a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.

Sunrise or Sunset Beach Pool Villa's with Swirl Pool are a slightly larger 105sqm and feature the same great bathroom amenities as the Beach Villa with Swirl Pool, with the addition of a bathtub and a plunge pool on the private sundeck. Both come with amazing views of either the sunrise or sunset. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.

Aqua Villa's are 73sqm overwater villas that have extensive views of the lagoon from not only the private sundeck, but also the bathroom which features a freestanding bathtub. Have one king size bed and sleep a maximum of 2 adults.

Aqua Villa with Swirl Pool are the same size as the Aqua Villa but have the addition of a swirl pool on the private sundeck. Have one king size bed and sleep a maximum of 2 adults.

Ocean Pool Villas are 95sqm and feature a private sundeck with it's own plunge pool overlooking the ocean. Have one king size bed and a sofa bed, sleeping a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.

Sunset Aqua Pool Suites are the largest overwater villas, located at the end of the jetty for the most impressive, uninterrupted views. This rooms features a separate living area and a suitably sized infinity pool. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults.

Two Bedroom Family Sky Suites are perfect for a Maldivian family getaway. This suite has two bedrooms, interconnected by the lounge area. One bedroom contains a king size bed and the other a bunk bed. Sleeps a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.

Breeze Beach Bar (live music and refreshments, open 10:00am to 12:00am). Beach Club Kandima (live music and refreshments, open 10:00am to 18:00pm. Please note: the Beach Club will transition to adult-only from the 20th December 2024). Deli (quick bites and treats, open 10:00am to 20:00pm). Azure (Mediterranean style a la carte restaurant, open for dinner). Flavour Zest (international cuisine buffet style, open breakfast, lunch and dinner). Smoked (steakhouse a la carte restaurant, open for dinner). Sea Dragon (Chinese cuisine, open for dinner). Forbidden Bar. Aroma Café.

Swimming Pool. esKape Spa*. Kandiland Kids Club. Games room. Kula Art Studio. Burn Fitness Pavilion. Tennis. Badminton. Beach volleyball court. Football field. Snorkelling*. Scuba-diving*. Sunset fishing*. Sunset cruise*. Kayaking*. Stand-up paddle boarding*. 

Boutique shop.

*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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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Everything was perfect 😍

Dec 24, 2024 Wassim O

We had a wonderful stay at Kandima Resort. Everything was perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by Amin, a very kind and attentive person who supported us throughout our stay. Our Aqua Villa was even better than the photos. The food, the service… everything was flawless. I would like to extend my special thanks to Imam… Read more
We had a wonderful stay at Kandima Resort. Everything was perfect. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly welcomed by Amin, a very kind and attentive person who supported us throughout our stay. Our Aqua Villa was even better than the photos. The food, the service… everything was flawless. I would like to extend my special thanks to Imam Hamza of the Kandima Mosque, a truly noble person. I could come back just to meet him again. Read less
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Dec 24, 2024 Nada S

Amazing service from reception to the aqua villas to the restaurant to the mosque. Amazing resort and nice and friendly people. Special thanks to Amin who received us at the start and did our check in and check out. he was super helpful and offered to help us in everything during our stay. Activities in the resort were also great and people… Read more
Amazing service from reception to the aqua villas to the restaurant to the mosque. Amazing resort and nice and friendly people. Special thanks to Amin who received us at the start and did our check in and check out. he was super helpful and offered to help us in everything during our stay. Activities in the resort were also great and people organising the trips were amazing 🫶🏻 . Thank you Read less
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Dec 24, 2024 chloe A

I was super excited to come to Kandima but unfortunately as beautiful as the island is if your “Foodies” DO NOT come here!! The food is awful , there are no snacks or ice creams for kids, it’s literally meal time anything else you have to pay for even though the package is called “DINE AROUND” $12 for a portion of fries , Pizza $27 it’s… Read more
I was super excited to come to Kandima but unfortunately as beautiful as the island is if your “Foodies” DO NOT come here!! The food is awful , there are no snacks or ice creams for kids, it’s literally meal time anything else you have to pay for even though the package is called “DINE AROUND” $12 for a portion of fries , Pizza $27 it’s rediculous!! We have visited other resorts in the Maldives and the food was excellent this is POOR!! The manager explained this is made clear when booking and it absolutely isn’t clear even on their website description the ALL INCLUSIVE package is described as DINE AROUND!! Read less
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Dec 24, 2024 Danijela M Trbovlje, Slovenia

Rasel in the breezee bar is the best barman in the world!! Thank you! :) … The resort is very nice and clean. excursions should be better, not many activities and very very expensive. went to turtle quest they just took us to other side of island (which we could walk) and didnt see any turtles…
Image of the Tripadvisor rating We came here first time it was so beautiful island was very big and beautiful foods and drinks was amazing it felt like

Dec 22, 2024 Muhammad S

We came here first time it was so beautiful island was very big and beautiful foods and drinks was amazing it felt like a home most of the time we were at the beach club vrcouse location was amazing and service was excellent all the staff was amazing and friendly especially i want to mention Beach club Hemanth,Sidath and Mela they were so friendly… Read more
We came here first time it was so beautiful island was very big and beautiful foods and drinks was amazing it felt like a home most of the time we were at the beach club vrcouse location was amazing and service was excellent all the staff was amazing and friendly especially i want to mention Beach club Hemanth,Sidath and Mela they were so friendly i will come back here just to see them again. Read less