Famed as the first tourist resort in the Maldives, this excellent hotel has a wide range of facilities with a fantastic array of restaurants serving cuisine from across the world. With a lively natural house reef in the beautiful Indian Ocean, fantastic diving and snorkelling opportunities lie within easy reach. Even better, this resort is just a 10-minute speedboat ride from the airport or Male, so you won’t need to wait long for that first delicious cocktail on the sand.
Amenities
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Honeymoon
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Beachfront location
Where is it
Located in North Malé atoll. Transfer time from airport: approximately 10 minutes by speedboat.
Hotel information
All rooms with air conditioning and fans, safe, flat screen TV, satellite television stations, outdoor standing shower, indoor standing shower, bathtub, bathrobes, hairdryer, mini-bar, complimentary WiFi, beach towels, premium amenities, iron and ironing board, and tea/coffee and hot chocolate making facilities. Superior Rooms are conveniently located, with either a terrace or balcony, open-plan bathroom, and 1 daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/infant.
Breakfast Included: buffet breakfast or premium a la carte breakfast, dependent on room category booked.
Half Board: includes dinner at the main restaurant (buffet).
Full Board Plus: lunch and dinner at the main restaurant with beverages (a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails during meal times at the main restaurant only.
Dine Around All Inclusive: lunch with a choice of two menus in three locations, with beverages. Dinner with a choice of seven restaurants, with beverages. Additional beverage outlets (Athiri, Kandu Bar and Fex) with a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails. Choice of excurions (glass bottom boat, Male tour, Sunset and Dolphin Cruise). Minimum 4 night stay.
Deluxe Bungalows provide privacy in verdant surroundings, just steps from the beach with an open plan bathroom and outdoor daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalows are cosy and well appointed, with sun loungers on the private terrace by the white sand and sparkling ocean. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.
Garden Pool Villas are nestled in the tropical gardens, with a private courtyard, open-plan bathroom, and private plunge pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child/infant/teen, or 2 adults, 1 child/teen and 1 infant.
Beach Villas are perfectly positioned for catching the sunrise, and generously spaced, with a separate lounge and an intimate garden spa tub. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children and 1 infant.
Deluxe Pool Villas are spacious villas with their own private pool, a sitting room, and a private deck with breath taking ocean and garden views. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.
Family Villas are two-level villas, with stunning ocean views and secluded lounging. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.
The Two Bedroom Kurumba Residence is expansive, with a private pool / spa tub in both wings. Sleeping maximum 6 adults, or 4 adults, 2 children/teens, and 2 infants.
7 restaurants, 3 bars and 1 shisha lounge: Vihamanaa (international delicacies with Maldivan senses). Thila (al fresco dining). Hamakaze (teppanyaki, sushi, sashimi). Al Qasr (Middle Eastern specialties). Mahal (Indian cuisine). King Thai (authentic flavours from Thailand). Café (laidback dining opposite the pool). Fez (shisha lounge). Sound of the Sea* (private dining). Kandu Bar (breezy open-air pavilion and overwater deck). Athiri Bar 1 & 2 (snacks, cocktails).
Vibrant culture and nightly entertainment with talented Maldivian artists.
2 swimming pools, and 2 further children’s swimming pools. Water sports centre. Activities for children, teens and adults. Photo studio*. Boutique. 7-day activity programme with a selection of complimentary events. Veli Spa* (with body treatments, yoga pavilion and classes and a relaxation lounge). Diving centre (the reef system here ranks amongst the purest in the world, with an amazing array of colourful fish, sea anemones, sponges, eels, turtles, whale sharks and more).
24-hour reception. Arrival/departure lounge. Doctor on-site. Babysitting service*. Laundry and dry cleaning service*.
*Denotes local charge.
Based on 5446 reviews
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Thank you Kurumba, thank you Sivilya
Dec 11, 2024İlknur Nisa Ö
We were your guests between December 2nd and 6th. We were greeted with a wonderful interest and a very sincere smile. Our holiday resort was like a piece of heaven. Our room was very comfortable and clean. I can't forget the wonderful smell of the flowers on the walking path as we went to breakfast in the morning. They had delicious food and…
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We were your guests between December 2nd and 6th. We were greeted with a wonderful interest and a very sincere smile. Our holiday resort was like a piece of heaven. Our room was very comfortable and clean. I can't forget the wonderful smell of the flowers on the walking path as we went to breakfast in the morning. They had delicious food and different menus every day. Especially the pina colada was perfect. The staff were very sincere, smiling and very professional. We would like to express our sincere thanks especially to Sivilya Hanım for her professional, practical and organized attitudes during our marriage proposal organization. She helped us have the best experience there with limited opportunities 🙏🏻She made our holiday beautiful with her very successful and perfect work. Since we had this dream holiday, our current thought is to come to Kurumba again with our other friends as soon as possible. Thank you Sivilya, thank you Kurumba. With love
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Son's first birthday treatment
Dec 11, 2024isuru a
We had a great time at Kurumba Maldives! The resort is stunning, providing the ideal blend of atmosphere and friendliness, with a warm greeting and helpful personnel. We truly loved our dinner experience, which included amazing and delicious meal selections that met world-class standards. Our heartfelt gratitude to the staff for making our son's…
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We had a great time at Kurumba Maldives! The resort is stunning, providing the ideal blend of atmosphere and friendliness, with a warm greeting and helpful personnel. We truly loved our dinner experience, which included amazing and delicious meal selections that met world-class standards. Our heartfelt gratitude to the staff for making our son's first birthday so wonderful and memorable. It's an experience we'll remember forever. Hope to see you all soon! Special thanks to Executive Chef Pedro and Chef Madushanka for their kind hospitality.
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Average 5 star resort
Dec 2, 2024Paul D
It’s 5 star and at usd 500 per night plus Tax it’s priced as one so I will give it a review accordingly. Staff and rooms friendly and clean enough but that’s where it stops. usd 230 plus tax for 1 hour massage, usd 120 plus tax for snorkeling etc the list of mega expensive add ons goes on. “Live” entertainment consisted of one man on guitar for an…
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It’s 5 star and at usd 500 per night plus Tax it’s priced as one so I will give it a review accordingly. Staff and rooms friendly and clean enough but that’s where it stops. usd 230 plus tax for 1 hour massage, usd 120 plus tax for snorkeling etc the list of mega expensive add ons goes on. “Live” entertainment consisted of one man on guitar for an hour a night - apart from that your totally left alone. We wanted to relax and that we got simply because of the beach and sea but all the resorts have that. It’s about time these luxury hotels realise us holiday makers want a bit more than just a room and nothing else. Food trays outside the door left for 3 days also despite asking to remove. 3/5 and will pick somewhere else next time.
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Super happy
Nov 29, 2024Komal A
Hotel
Is fab. Loved the trip. Staff is super nice and friendly. Specially Pranay.. he was super sweet and nice to us. Makes the best cocktails. Loved the negroni and margarita. Keep up the good work Pranay. Coming back soon to this hotel. Kudos guys ♥️
A holistic resort for the family
Nov 29, 2024Reatrix R
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Our family vacation at this resort was absolutely memorable and exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and exceptional service that continued throughout our stay.
The spacious family room was perfect for our needs, offering both comfort and privacy. The highlight was the resort’s private…
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Our family vacation at this resort was absolutely memorable and exceeded all expectations. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth and exceptional service that continued throughout our stay.
The spacious family room was perfect for our needs, offering both comfort and privacy. The highlight was the resort’s private beach, where we enjoyed pristine waters and peaceful surroundings. A special thank you to the front desk staff and front desk Manager Haamid for going above and beyond to make our stay seamless and special.
We indulged in many activities, from a glass-bottom boat ride to an exciting trip to Malé, and each experience was thoughtfully arranged. The resort’s food offerings were exceptional. Every restaurant had its own charm, but we were particularly delighted by the sushi restaurant. The sushi chef not only impressed us with his knife skills and humour but also led a sushi-making class that even toddlers could enjoy—our child loved it! It was a unique mix of fun and education.
For romantic evenings, the sushi restaurant provided an intimate setting, while family dinners on the boardwalk with live lobsters were equally delightful, offering stunning views. The desserts at the café were heavenly—a definite must-try for any visitor.
The resort’s kids club was another highlight. It was well-equipped, spacious, and filled with engaging activities. We also enjoyed a creative painting class, which added a unique touch to our trip. The souvenir shop staff deserve a mention for their helpfulness in inflating our water kits, making sure we had a hassle-free beach day.
Evenings at the resort were vibrant, with a DJ and live band almost every night, creating a lively atmosphere to unwind.
Clean rooms, fast service, and thoughtful amenities like these truly set this resort apart. Thanks for the champagne bottle and welcome gift. We like the coconut dessert too! Your resort is a cut above the rest, and we’re already looking forward to returning!
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Thank you Kurumba, thank you Sivilya
