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Trendy, funky 5 star island escape

Game Changing & Never Before

This new game-changing destination offers a seriously stylish island setting with extraordinary restaurants and bars and plenty of on-site activities to choose from including a 100M infinity swimming pool ~ the longest in the Maldives! It’s a lifestyle resort for every one! Being 3 klm long and 100-400m wide, lovers and honeymooners can find endless areas of intimacy and beach privacy, and singles, friends and familes can find plenty of action and activity and areas to socialise! Reached by domestic flight followed by speedboat or can pay for an upgrade to seaplane. ​

Creatively designed to challenge the status quo

Based on the values of the umbrella brand Pulse Hotels & Resorts - smart, playful, rooted, responsible, human - Kandima Maldives is a place with soul, deeply rooted and respectful of our guests, colleagues, community, culture and surroundings. Here, it is all about genuine hospitality with a human touch and smart solutions that make use of the latest innovations – not to mention a playful spirit!

Smart, spacious & oh so stylish!

Our 264 studios and villas are more than just stylishly comfortable. They are smart! Flexible furniture concepts create the space that works best for you. Open the doors onto your own private terrace and enjoy endless tropical views.

Our Studios & Villas

At Kandima we have a great selection of cool studios and villas for you to choose from. Our all our studios and villas feature a contemporary, modern and truly luxurious 5 star design, with all the essential amenities you would expect, and some that you might not...!

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Sky & Beach Studios
Welcome to your very own cool, stylish and deluxe retreat. Take in the view from your very own private terrace. Beach studios are at ground floor level directly on the beach, and Sky Studios are above them on the 1st floor raised up with spectacular views down onto the beach and ocean!
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Beach Villa with Swirlpool
Set on the beachfront, our spacious beach villas with Swirl Pool are perfect to enjoy the feeling of sand between your toes. These villas face the crystal-clear lagoon side of the island and feature a king-size bed, sofa bed, wooden decks at the front with sunbeds and their very own Swirl Pool – how Kool is that?
Sunset Beach Villa with Swirlpool
Set on the beachfront facing the lagoon, these spacious villas are perfect to enjoy oh-so awesome sunsets and the feeling of sand between your toes anytime you please! The private deck extends towards the pool with endless views of the Indian Ocean and features a king-size bed, sofa bed, wooden decks at the front with sunbeds and its very own Swirl Pool
Sunrise Beach Villa with Swirlpool
Set on the beachfront, these spacious villas are perfect to enjoy oh-so awesome sunrises and the feeling of sand between your toes anytime you please! The private deck extends towards the pool with endless views of the Indian Ocean and features a king-size bed, sofa bed, wooden decks at the front with sunbeds and its very own Swirl Pool 
Aqua Villa
In need of a little seahabilitation? Perched overwater, with direct access to the lagoon, these Villas are perfect for those seeking the ultimate overwater retreat. Featuring a private sundeck with sun loungers, and a bathroom have the perfect view of Kandima’s extensive lagoon. Your daily dose of “vitamin sea” guaranteed.
Aqua Villa with Swirlpool
In need of a little seahabilitation? Dive in and explore our oh-so chic Aqua Villas with Swirl Pool are perfect for those seeking the ultimate overwater retreat. Featuring a private sundeck with a Swirl Pool, sun loungers and a bathroom have the perfect view of Kandima’s extensive lagoon. Your daily dose of “vitamin sea” guaranteed.
Ocean Pool Villa
These ultra-cool villas belong to the best of both worlds: semi-beach and semi-over water. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean from your very own private pool.

Location

Kandima Maldives is located in Dhaalu Atoll. There is a large natural lagoon and lush tropical island surroundings that will simply take your breath away.
How to get here
The island is just a 30 minute flight Male International Airport to the domestic airport in Dhaalu Atoll followed by a 15 minute boat ride to the island (the 20 minute boat ride is included in the domestic flight price). Or you can come and land at the resort by seaplane! (45 minutes from Male)
Everyone is welcome
We cater for guests of all ages; families, couples, groups of friends and of course honeymooners. Whether you seek relaxation, adventure, wellbeing, sport, health, spa experiences or just family time, Kandima Maldives has something for you.
Did you know?
The island is nearly 3 km long, and the resort will have one of the largest pool in the Maldives measuring 100 m. This game-changing resort definitely has the ‘wow’ factor – in all areas. It is much more than just a holiday – it’s a lifestyle! Lovers and honeymooners can find endless areas of beach privacy, and singles and friends and family can find plenty of action and activity and areas to socialise!

Relax, Reset and Evolve!

Kandima is a place where (almost) anything is possible! Not only is our island (desti)nation a place to be kool, vibrant and ‘just play,’ it’s also the perfect paradise location to rest, reset and evolve! Join our exclusive retreat with Nick Knowles and Luke Bache as they guide you through a seven-day programme of yoga, meditation and relaxation.

Spa

Nestled in the tropical surroundings you will find al fresco treatment areas seamlessly woven into the natural setting. Relax in the on-site steam room, have a full-body massage whilst listening to the waves lapping the shore or spruce up your hands and feet in our nail bar. You’re in for a treat! Guests can spoil themselves with a visit to the Spa, which has 10 treatment rooms. Services include body scrubs, yoga classes, manicure, pedicure & many more. The spa is outfitted with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. Visitors under 15 years of age are not permitted in the spa.