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Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives - Kids Stay & Eat Free and DIVE FREE for Certified Divers for a minimum 3 nights stay

Resort

Kandooma Fushi, South Male Atoll

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$3,750

Includes taxes and charges

10 nights, 2 adults

USD$3,750

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

The staff are incredible

Staff were really friendly

Good value
4 mentions

Value for money

Great value for money, especially compared to other resorts in the Maldives

Comfortable rooms
4 mentions

I would like to particularly commend Ibrahim who took care of our room chalet no…

The garden villa was wonderful, very spacious and comfortable, with lots of priv…

Great location
3 mentions

Amazing location & vibes

Everything, beaches, the small forest ,the house ,the food and especially the st…

Clean rooms
1 mentions

Beautiful water villas and clean rooms

Breakfast available
1 mentions

Food was also good, especially the fresh dosas at breakfast

Overview

At Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives - Kids Stay & Eat Free and DIVE FREE for Certified Divers for a minimum 3 nights stay Maldives, we create a unique experience that is memorable for everyone. Our contemporary Island resort is a tropical wonderland, located just a 45 min speedboat ride from Velana International Airport Malé, offering 154 spacious and modern Overwater, Beach or Garden villas, with stunning views of the glistening Maldivian sea and the unspoiled beach that surrounds our resort. Featuring world-class diving sites and surf breaks right at our doorstep, our spacious villas are dotted around the island and appeal to a wide variety of guests, offering access to the beach, ocean or lagoon. For families, the two and three-bedroom villas offer ample space for fun and relaxation as you discover Kandooma fushi, our island paradise. Parents can introduce the kids to the thrill of island life through activities like PADI Bubblemaker, Surf Camps, swimming lessons, and best of all, the Kandoo Kids' Club with daily rotating educational and recreational activities. Along with Holiday Inn®’s "Kids Stay and Eat Free policy", we provide a tropical adventure that the family will always remember fondly. The resort has three dining outlets and four bars offering a range of culinary delights for your dining pleasure with themed evenings and private dining options to enhance your dining experience. Soak up the sun as you participate in a range of activities, whether you are looking for adventure or relaxation; from exploring the treasures of the sea guided by our PADI-certified 5-star Kandooma Dive Centre staff and surfing the waves to indulging in soothing spa treatments at the Kandooma Spa by COMO Shambhala. With our private dining experiences and Renewal of Vows ceremonies, our resort is the perfect escape for you and your loved ones.

Traveller reviews

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Putra Irwan Shah

solo_traveller

June 6, 2026

9

Value for money

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Putra Irwan Shah

solo_traveller

June 6, 2026

9

Value for money

S

Storm

solo_traveller

May 29, 2026

10

One of the most beautiful and best value for money places on the planet

Wow, what can we say! We came as part of the Music In Paradise event but stayed extra time before and after. This resort has so much on offer experience wise. It’s impossible to become bored. Not only are you In Paradise but you’re treated like a queen. The staff are incredible. Dileesha was our standout guy of the week! Cocktails, best personality, definitely added to the vibe of our holiday! Give that dude to pay rise! We will definitely be back to this resort.

S

Storm

solo_traveller

May 29, 2026

10

One of the most beautiful and best value for money places on the planet

Wow, what can we say! We came as part of the Music In Paradise event but stayed extra time before and after. This resort has so much on offer experience wise. It’s impossible to become bored. Not only are you In Paradise but you’re treated like a queen. The staff are incredible. Dileesha was our standout guy of the week! Cocktails, best personality, definitely added to the vibe of our holiday! Give that dude to pay rise! We will definitely be back to this resort.

M

Moriarty

solo_traveller

April 26, 2026

7

Great facilities for kids and the food was very nice. The views from most of the island are really good. Staff were really friendly. They went above and beyond for my birthday.

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Keith

solo_traveller

March 22, 2026

10

A great place to stay

A great resort with very friendly staff. I would like to particularly commend Ibrahim who took care of our room chalet no 78 & also Dewi who works in the restaurant.

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Biswadeep

couple

March 7, 2026

10

Overall excellent

Amazing location & vibes

Z

Zar Ni

family_with_children

January 27, 2026

10

Thanks

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kam

family_with_children

January 25, 2026

7

The food, pool, overall staff experience is good.

M

Moumita

couple

January 20, 2026

8

Good experience as a family

Nice place for families.staffs were very helpful and friendly

A

Alin

family_with_children

January 13, 2026

10

Amazing

Everything, beaches, the small forest ,the house ,the food and especially the staff.

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Sasha Almeida

family_with_children

January 10, 2026

8

Great service by wait staff. Beautiful water villas and clean rooms

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Alan

family_with_children

January 9, 2026

9

Dive holiday

Excellent diving and dive center, a highlight of the resort. The free dive package is great and a selling point. Sport fishing was also great and a special shout out to Hosein and his team who ran an amazing early morning trip fishing for GT's. Hosein's enthusiasm for fishing and professionalism made the trip. Food was also good, especially the fresh dosas at breakfast. Asian kitchen is also excellent. The commitment to sustainability really stands out, great to see almost no single use plastic anywhere.

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Constantin

family_with_children

January 6, 2026

8

Wonderful 💞🌴🐟🌈☀️

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We spent truly magical days at the Holiday Inn South Malé Atoll in the Maldives 🌊🏝️. We stayed over Christmas and the holiday period, and what impressed us the most was the exceptionally friendly and caring hotel staff 🤍👏. A very special thank-you goes to Selena at the reception 🌟😊. She was an absolute joy throughout our entire stay and always went above and beyond to make sure guests felt well taken care of and happy. She truly put a big smile on our faces every single day 😄💐. The same applies to the entire buffet and restaurant team — whether in service or behind the scenes in the kitchen 🍽️👩‍🍳👨‍🍳. Everyone was incredibly kind, attentive, and always willing to make wishes come true 🙌✨. We would also like to especially highlight the dive team around Luca and Sam 🤿🌊. They did an amazing job! The offer of two dives per person per day included when staying seven nights or more is a real game changer 💥👌 and a major reason why we will definitely return. The diving around the island is absolutely stunning, and thanks to the fantastic Kids Club team, diving was also very easy and stress-free for us as a family with a small child 👨‍👩‍👧💙. There is only one negative point we feel should be mentioned for transparency ⚠️. Before booking, we were not informed that a mandatory Christmas dinner costing around USD 350 per person would be charged 🎄💰. This felt somewhat misleading, as guests should be clearly informed about such additional costs in advance. In the future, hotel management should either ask guests beforehand if they wish to participate or offer an alternative option. A big plus was the very generous late check-out, which gave us almost an extra vacation day 🕰️🌞 — for that, we are truly grateful! 👉 We had an unforgettable stay, felt incredibly well cared for, and can 100% recommend this hotel 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 We would happily return anytime! 💙🏝️

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Merdijana

couple

December 30, 2025

10

Great resort, good value for money.

A lovely hotel that exceeded our expectations. The garden villa was wonderful, very spacious and comfortable, with lots of privacy. Great value for money, especially compared to other resorts in the Maldives.

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Faisal Sardar

family_with_children

December 27, 2025

10

Everything was perfect!!!!!

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Zar Ni

couple

December 25, 2025

10

Happy trip,thanks

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Laith

family_with_children

December 21, 2025

9

Nice resort

Nice resort with beautiful beach and nice staff

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Zorian

couple

December 16, 2025

8

Diving included in price for certified scuba divers!!!

Scuba diving is included in price (2 dives daily for certified divers) so it is very attractive offer for divers and main reason why we selected this resort. Good food, very nice resort island, well maintained. Villas are very comfortable and well equipped. Staff is super nice and very professional, very helpful and always responsive. You have also a lot of things to do, diving, different trips, water sports, yoga, SPA, SUP, water skiing and more (some included in price, some to be paid additionally). Overall very nice experience.

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KANNAN

family_with_children

December 7, 2025

8

Hospitable staff

Facilities

Activities

Tennis court, Fitness centre, Fishing, Games room, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Children's playground, Billiards, Table tennis, Windsurfing, Darts, Diving, Snorkelling, Private beach area, Entertainment staff, Water sport facilities on site, Open-air bath, Public Bath, Kids' club, Beachfront, Evening entertainment, Water park, Beauty Services, Facial treatments, Waxing services, Manicure, Pedicure, Body treatments, Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa facilities, Steam room, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Fitness, Yoga classes, Tennis equipment, Badminton equipment, Beach, Movie nights, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Bingo

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area, Kids' outdoor play equipment, Baby safety gates

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Kid-friendly buffet, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Restaurant, Bar, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Breakfast takeaway containers, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Heating, Safety deposit box, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Family rooms

Internet

Free WiFi, WiFi, Internet services

Outdoors

BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), Outdoor furniture, Picnic area

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Mobile app for room service, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas

Pool and wellness

Swimming Pool, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Kids' pool, Swimming pool, Infinity pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Pool bar, Shallow end

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key card access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive, Check-in kiosk in the lobby, Lockbox key collection at the property

Services

Shuttle service, Daily housekeeping, Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Trouser press, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Shared lounge/TV area, 24-hour front desk, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Airport shuttle, Ironing service, Business centre, Babysitting/child services, Laundry, Tour desk, Express check-in/check-out, Currency exchange, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Two-Bedroom Beach House with Sea View

A duplex with a bedroom on the second level and a living and dining area on the ground floor.

Max 6 guests 170 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
One-Bedroom Beach House with Garden View

The villa's ground floor offers an open view of the area surrounding the villa. The bedrooms are located on the first floor level of the villa and offer views of the garden.

Max 3 guests 72 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
One-Bedroom Beach House with Sea View

The spacious double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a walk-in shower. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 72 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Two-Bedroom Beach House with Garden View

This family room features a executive lounge access, air conditioning and cable TV. The first floor features a master bedroom and a second bedroom with king or twin beds, each equipped with its own terrace. The ground floor has a living area and outdoor terrace with direct access to the beach.

Max 6 guests 142 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 14:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printTo ensure the well being of all our guests and colleagues, please note that travelers from high risk areas may be subject to additional PCR testing at the resorts discretion. Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in/making the payment at the hotel. Please note that property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes. Incase of any refunds Booking will be refunded after deducting bank charges. A maximum of 2 children aged 0–12 years will eat for free based on the rules and meal plan of the accompanied adult, excluding alcoholic beverages. Please note that a Green Tax of USD 6 per child, per night is applicable additionally. Due to safety and privacy concerns, the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones by any of the guests including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists is prohibited. All surfers wishing to come to the Resort between March to November would be required to book a complete “Surf & Accommodation” package through The Perfect Travel Group and the resort will not be able to accept any booking for surfing directly due to the exclusivity with The Perfect Travel Group. Therefore, guests looking to surf must book a complete package, including accommodation and daily surf pass through The Perfect Travel Group. All resort transfers are arranged based on the international flight schedule. Guests are required to provide the flight details at least 24 hours prior to travel date. The shared return speed boat transfer price is USD 130 - taxes included - per adult and USD 70 - taxes included - per child from 4 to 12 years old. Please note that the property has a mandatory Gala Dinner on 24th December for extra costs of USD 318 per adult - taxes included - and on 31st December for extra costs of USD 446 per adult - taxes included. Please note that extra charges have to be paid to the property directly upon check out.Please inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Last updated: Apr 11, 2024, 1:42 PM

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