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Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Kothaifaru Island, Kothaifaru, 05110
  • Place, Vaadhoo
  • Place, Kihaadhuffaru Island Beach
  • Place, The Dutch Onion Museum

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  • 2174 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 2174 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 2852 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kothaifaru

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives is within the area of Maduvvari Harbor and The Dutch Onion Museum. This 80-room, 5-star hotel has private in-room pools along with a private beach and a full-service spa.

Restaurants

  • Seasalt
  • Umami
  • Spice Garden
  • Yakitori Bar
  • Mirus Bar

About this property

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle (available on request) for USD 670 per person roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a free kid's club.
43-inch LED TVs come with satellite channels and Netflix, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Private pools, sitting areas, and minibars are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center.

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

Spa Alila has 4 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Thai massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Mirus
  • Seasalt
  • The Shack
  • Umami
  • Yakitori

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Books
  • Fishing
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Surf lessons
  • Table tennis
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Built in 2022
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Living plant wall
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LED TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Private pool
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Composting
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via Floatplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email within 7 days before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is accessible by a seaplane flight from Male International Airport directly to the property, or by a domestic flight from Male International Airport (MLE) to Ifuru Airport (IFU) followed by a 45 minute speedboat ride to the property. Guests are required to book transfers to this property at least 7 days prior to arrival. Contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. Seaplane service is offered between 6:30 AM-3:30 PM. Guests arriving outside of these hours are advised to book a hotel room in Male until services resume.

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 128.0 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 750
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 375 (from 6 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

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

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 670 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 400 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 128.0 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives Hotel
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives Kothaifaru
Alila Kothaifaru Maldives Hotel Kothaifaru

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

This hotel is located in Kothaifaru, close to Maduvvari Harbor.

Is parking available on site at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Is a spa located at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

Spa Alila is the hotel's spa and services include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, couples treatments, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Alila Kothaifaru Maldives have a casino?

No, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including a private pool and Champagne service in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Alila Kothaifaru Maldives have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Alila Kothaifaru Maldives feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Alila Kothaifaru Maldives has 5 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Does Alila Kothaifaru Maldives allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives.

Does Alila Kothaifaru Maldives have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives?

Yes, every guestroom at Alila Kothaifaru Maldives comes with a deck with some featuring ocean or garden views.

Alila Kothaifaru Maldives Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecile, Ringoes

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with warm, welcoming and attentive staff. Exceeded expectations and appreciated that staff went above and beyond to meet our needs and made our stay special. Love the decor and modern design of property. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philipp

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chia-Hui

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous hotel, fantastic staff, best experience

Couldn't have been better, the staff and hotel were both fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clement K

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply the best!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonal, Reseda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joao

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Eric

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jens

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely exceptional and unforgettable experience! I’ve had the pleasure of staying at many 5* and 6* resorts around the world, but this was by far my best experience. We stayed in Room 142 – Beach Villa Sunset, which was incredibly private and just steps away from the breathtaking beach. The atmosphere was pure paradise. The staff were beyond amazing – warm, attentive, and always going the extra mile to make our stay truly special. The restaurants exceeded all expectations, delivering a level of quality that surpassed many Michelin-starred restaurants I’ve visited in Germany. Every meal was simply exquisite. If you’re looking for the ultimate Maldives getaway, this is the place! A top recommendation without hesitation. Thanks to all of the staff !!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

youngho

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

KOTARO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023