Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

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Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection
Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, Maldives, 3005·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Free WiFi9.5
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Who stays here
Families47%
Couples40%
Groups10%
Solo2%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.2Perfect
Comfort9.6
Cleanliness9.5
Free WiFi9.5
Location9.5
Staff9.5
Who stays here
Families47%
Couples40%
Groups10%
Solo2%

5-star all-inclusive resort in South Ari Atoll with 25% off seaplane transfers, direct shipwreck dive site access, and an acclaimed house reef

Overview & Exclusive Offer

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection is a 5-star all-inclusive resort located in the South Ari Atoll, just 5 km from Villa International Maamigili Airport. Guests booking a minimum of 4 nights receive a 25% discount on seaplane transfers, valid for stays until 31 October 2026. The property offers direct access to a shipwreck dive site, along with a private beach area and an outdoor swimming pool with a view.

Accommodations & Club Privileges

The resort features overwater sunset villas with private pools, as well as spacious beach villas with direct beach access. Guests staying 7 nights or more gain complimentary access to The Club, a private lounge with a dedicated pool, exclusive breakfast, and afternoon tea with canapés. Club villas also include premium spirits, a floating breakfast option, and a replenished minibar with snacks and beverages.

Dining & Evening Entertainment

Centara Grand Maldives operates three dining venues: The Reef buffet restaurant, Suan Bua Thai restaurant, and Mare Azzurro Italian restaurant, each requiring advance booking for à la carte meals. The Coral Bar and Aqua Bar serve cocktails and host nightly entertainment including live music, karaoke, and shark feeding sessions. 24-hour room service and takeaway pizza from Mare Azzurro are also available for guests.

Activities & Marine Life

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives sits on a UNESCO-protected house reef with abundant marine life, including nurse sharks, blacktip reef sharks, turtles, and manta rays visible directly from the overwater villas. Non-motorized water sports such as canoeing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding are included, while the dive centre offers certified scuba excursions to nearby whale shark hotspots and the shipwreck. Daily activities include tennis, billiards, table tennis, and movie nights, as well as guided sunset cruises.

Spa, Wellness & Family

The resort's spa & wellness centre provides treatments such as Thai massage, hot oil head massage, and facials, with packages starting at $85 for 30-minute sessions. Children aged 4-12 can use Camp Safari Kids' Club, which offers supervised craft activities, outdoor play, and babysitting services at an additional cost. The fitness centre is equipped with treadmills and free weights, and daily yoga classes are held on the beachfront terrace.

  • Location: South Ari Atoll, 5 km from Villa International Maamigili Airport
  • Rooms: Overwater villas with direct lagoon access and sunset views
  • Dining: 3 restaurants serving Italian, Thai, and international buffets
  • Activities: Non-motorized water sports, whale shark snorkeling tours, shipwreck dive site
  • Wellness: Spa with massage treatments, steam room, yoga classes
  • Family: Kids' club, E-Zone games room, children's pool and babysitting service
  • Offer: 25% off seaplane transfers for stays of 4 nights or more through 31 Oct 2026
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of USD 110.0 per person. 
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room.  There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Hindi, Bahasa Indonesian, Laotian, Malay, Thai, Tagalog / Filipino
Building
Number of rooms:112
Former name
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa
Price calendar
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Rooms and availability

Club Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Duplex Beach Villa
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Overwater Villa
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Babysitting

Babysitting/Child services

Swimming pool

Outdoor swimming pool

Air conditioning
All inclusive
Facilities for kids

Video games

Game room

Children's play area

Children's pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Wind surfing
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Fishing

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Video games
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage
  • Open-air bath
  • Pool with view

Room view

  • Sea view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

💵 Lowest room price 183 £
📏 Distance to centre 200 m
✈️ Distance to airport 5.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Male, MLE

Location

Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, Maldives, 3005
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Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, Maldives, 3005
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Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, Maldives, 3005
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Machchafushi
180 m
Restaurant
Reef
20 m

Reviews of Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

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FAQ about Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Which landmarks should we visit during our stay at the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
You can visit Vakarufalhi, placed at a distance of 2.8 km from the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel or Manta Point, which is 3.9 km away.
What is the nearest airport to Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa?
Villa International Maamigili airport lies within 5 km of Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa and is reachable with a 10-minute drive.
Is airport shuttle provided by Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
Airport shuttle which will take you to Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel with a 10-minute drive is among the services offered by the property. Please inform the staff about your estimated arrival time.
What are our dining options during the stay at the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa?
Unfortunately, the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa doesn't have on-site restaurants, but guests can dine just outside the property in a highly rated restaurant Reef, offering a midrange price point.
Does the resort serve breakfast?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the resort.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
At the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel, guests can pay using Mastercard, Visa, and American Express as well as other payment methods.
What are the room types offered by the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
The fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel provides such room types as Overwater Villa, Duplex Beach Villa, and Pool Two-Bedroom Beach Villa.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at the resort?
Specific suites at the resort boast views of the beach and feature complimentary wireless internet and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a personal safe for security reasons.
Does the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel staff speak foreign languages?
Yes, the staff of the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel can help you in Thai, Malay, Laotian, Bahasa Indonesian, and Hindi.
Which facilities does the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel provide?
Top locations of the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel include a storage room and a restaurant, whereas guests' safety will be ensured with a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
What are the spa options at the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
At a wellness centre featured at the Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel guests can receive such spa procedures as body treatments and pampering facials. Additionally, a steam room and a Jacuzzi are offered on-site.
Is swimming pool available at the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel?
Yes, the fantastic Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa hotel features a swimming pool.
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