Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
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Property grounds
Aerial view
Free minibar items, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
3 restaurants, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • All inclusive
  • Room service

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Centara Grand Island, South Ari Atoll, Machchafushi, 20094
  • Maafushivaru Island Beach
  • Maafushivaru Island Jetty
  • Vakarufalhi Island Beach
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Room options

Villa, Overwater (Sunset)

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Club Villa, Overwater (Sunset, Pool)

  • Sea view
  • 1227 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Reethi Muraka Overwater Villa

  • Sea view
  • 1141 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Club Villa, 2 Bedrooms (Beach Pool)

  • Sea view
  • 1711 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Duplex Beach Villa

  • Beach view
  • 936 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Family Villa, Overwater (with Kids Bedroom)

  • Sea view
  • 1001 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Sunrise Overwater Villa

  • Sea view
  • 926 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Machchafushi

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection places you within a 5-minute walk of popular attractions such as Dhangethi Beach. This 112-room, 5-star resort welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a private beach, and a full-service spa.

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Dhangethi Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Bikini Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Harbor Green Zone - 1 min drive - 0.1 miles

Restaurants

  • Asian Wok
  • Coral Bar
  • Ahima Restaurant
  • Vilamendhoo Cafeteria
  • The Reef

About this property

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools
Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection features a private beach, a full-service spa, and 2 outdoor pools. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach resort include a children's pool, a gym, and a steam room.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in pillow menus. Balconies or patios, sitting areas, and refrigerators are other standard amenities.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a private beach, a steam room, and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the resort's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, Filipino, Finnish, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Lao, Malay, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai, Urdu

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Aqua Bar
  • Coral Bar and Lounge
  • Mare Azzurro
  • Reef Restaurant
  • Suan Bua

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Bodyboard
  • Children's pool
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Parasailing
  • Playground
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • Built in 2009
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • In-room dining only
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Airplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Seaplane transfers: Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 25 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival.  Daily transfer service is offered between 6 AM and 3:45 PM. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are advised to book a local hotel room in Male or Hulhumale. Luggage in excess of 20 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane transfer fee at check-out.
Flight and speedboat transfers: Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via domestic flight, followed by a speedboat transfer to the property. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 4 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Maldivian Airways/FlyMe before 10:30 PM. Guests arriving outside of these hours are advised to book a hotel room in Male or Hulhumale until services resume. Guests must pay the domestic flight fee and the speedboat fee at check-out.
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers seaplane transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 200.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 420
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 210 (from 6 to 12 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 3 years of age.
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 480 (roundtrip)
  • Floatplane transfer per child: USD 240 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 480 per person, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers seaplane transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 200.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Set meals are served in guestrooms only (no menus or public dining).

Property is also known as

Centara All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island
Centara Grand Island Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi
Centara Grand Island Resort All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island Resort Spa Maldives All Inclusive
Centara Grand Island Resort Maldives All Inclusive Machchafushi
Centara Grand Island Maldives Machchafushi

Frequently asked questions

Will I find all-inclusive options at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection has all inclusive rates that come with all meals and many onsite activities included. Activities include snorkeling, windsurfing, and tennis.

How much does it cost to stay at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

As of Apr 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection on May 26, 2025 start from $259.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is a free cancellation option available at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do around Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

This resort is located in Machchafushi, just steps from Ari Atoll and Dhangethi Beach, and within a short walk of Bikini Beach. You'll also find Maafushivaru Island Jetty and Maafushivaru Island Beach nearby.

Is parking available on site at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

No, there isn't parking available at the resort.

Is there a spa available at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, aromatherapy, and reflexology.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection feature a casino?

No, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

There are many amenities for couples at this resort, including a private beach and 2 outdoor pools plus some guestrooms feature private pools.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this resort.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have connecting rooms?

No, this resort doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection?

Yes, every guestroom at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Does Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection have a wedding venue?

There are wedding services available at Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection if that's in your vacation plans.

Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives, The Centara Collection Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 181 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Akshay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property, good views of the ocean and well maintained property
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely beach and snorkelling opportunities. Friendly staff but could do with better training (not consistent). Very child friendly. Decor quite dated but kept generally clean. Food quality requires improvement for 5-star rating (first time in Maldives so cannot say if this is resort-specific but don't expect Dubai 5-star hotel food).
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing, you need to stay in an overwater sunset villa w/ pool, this gets you exclusive club access basically to yourself and many other added benefits/perks and you must do all inclusive or the Grand all inclusive. Only complaint is my wife is the pickiest eater you'll meet so it took some adjustment to find meals she liked (even from the kids menu) but all restaurants were super accommodating in customizing her meal to anything she wanted and by day 2 we had her eating like a king.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erendira

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel William john

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our 2nd visit to this resort and won’t be our last.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bledar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the property, we loved how friendly, helpful and nice the staff was. They took care of our villa like it was their own home and you never see this anywhere. What I didn't like was that they need to set up long chairs for the family villas, we requested and they set it up for us but we didn't realize we could request it until the last two days.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The complex was outstanding and the staff were so nice, they couldn’t do enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A wonderful holiday resort where we treated like royalty. Courteous friendly staff from cleaners to management. Couldn’t have asked for more as a way to celebrate 50 years of marriage.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

esther

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We definitely enjoyed our stay at the resort. It was very peaceful and beautiful. Everyone was welcoming and polite. Well organized and neat. The things I would suggest they improve on is their restaurant options, different food options each day, for those with longer stay-a trip to explore the city, and more nightlife/activities. Overall, it was an amazing experience and will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful island hotel w gorgeous blue water, friendly staff, nice rooms, gym, beautiful views and more
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeton

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We planned this to be our trip of a lifetime and it certainly lived up to the hype. Rooms are beautiful and private. Amanullah took care of us, bringing us buckets of ice, restocking the mini bar, cleaning the room, and leaving sweet touches daily. The ocean is teeming with life just steps from the door. We took several excursions to fish annd see whale sharks, both hugely successful, and snorkeled for hours along the house reef around the atoll. Food was impeccable and had a large variety. Hospitality everywhere-from food service to reception to spa staff-was incredible. We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation. Highly highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would just like to say a whole hearted thank you to all the team at Centara Grand for making our stay the most magical and memorable! This was our second visit after being there 8 years ago - we were so excited to return to our favourite place! The level of service was just as amazing as the first time and they were so accommodating in every way. A special shout out to Nabeel who made sure our stay was a smooth and enjoyable as possible and was always on hand with any queries we had. Islam our room cleaner also did a fantastic job and was extremely friendly. We got engaged the second night of our stay with a fantastic beach dinner and now we have memories for life. We can't wait to return in the not so distant future! Thanks so much again!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Raad

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo Curvello Araujo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time at Centara Grand. The place is absolutely beautiful and the snorkeling straight out of the water villas is amazing. Food is super nice as well and the buffet restaurant was always varied so it never felt samey. All the staff was super friendly but we would like to thank in special Monir who would do our room and every day would leave a beautiful drawing made with sand or other natural materials on our villa floor.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

ROSHNI

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chinmay

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

toru

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place. High hospitality
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Centara Grand was for our honeymoon and it couldn’t have went any better. From the staff, to waking up with the beautiful ocean view, we will cherish our memories. In our Deluxe Ocean view villa, we were left with beautiful surprises from Afsal in our room. He was a great help and always was available if we needed something. We dined often at the Azzuri Mare restaurant and the staff there was amazing. Sunny and chef Justin were so kind and made sure the food was exactly how we wanted it. We also had Tepenyaki one night and it was a great experience. The chef made it an entertaining experience for all those who ate there. The Reef restaurant had a plethora of food from different cuisines so there was something for everybody to enjoy. We really enjoyed trying other dishes! The staff even set up the Dreams cinema for myself and wife since we were not able to make the cinema night, and wow what a night to remember. I highly recommend staying at the Centara Grand resort for anybody looking to visit the Maldives and hope to return shortly!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

takahiro

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn, DPO

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is my second stay at Centara Grand and it was infinitely better than my first. The majority of the staff remembered me and treated me well. I was pleased with everything at Centara Geand! Mr. Hassan at Best Dives is the primary reason for my second visit. He has amazing patience and delivers superlative customer service.