Resort
 Makunudu Island

Beachfront · Private beach

North Male' Atoll, 99999 Makunudhoo, Maldives – Excellent location - show map

Excellent location — rated 9.5/10! (score from 223 reviews)

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9.0
Superb
223 reviews

Breakfast was very good. Same with Dinner as well. There was Maldivian night, where we experienced Maldivian food, it was all very good.

Shiladitya India

Dinners were very good. Impressed with the variety food and quality of service. For such a small island and not being a "fancy" Maldives resort, the dinners were a bright spot. The bar area is also quite comfortable. Drinks in the bar are a bit expensive, but the atmosphere is comfortable and the bartenders are are very nice once you get to know them. Beach near the dock area has soft sand is good for swimming.

Oshe United States

The island was beautiful and quaint...the staff friendly...the food was good all in all a relaxing experience away from every place.

Muneeba Pakistan

I likes how the staff were all extremely friendly and willing to cater to all your needs. I also liked how safe and comfortable I felt throughout the whole stay.

Marlize United Arab Emirates

The staff is great, very small island ! We want to say thank you to Milan and Sue who made our trip incredibly enjoyable! I recommend doing the Yoga Classes! The island itself is small and there not a lot of rooms. But it great to disconnect from the outside world. It is very natural and beautiful! Beds are very comfortable and cleaning is done twice a day ! We also loved the food, but it would have been nice to have more variety of fish.

Wanderlustraveler Switzerland

Amazing place, worth to visit. Excelent food, clear water. Beautiful coral reef.

Miroslav Czech Republic

It was a lovely and tranquil experience at Makunudu. The house reef is beautiful and the island very pleasant. The staff was very kind and helpful. We had a perfect stay.

Carolina Portugal

Quiet and peaceful environment, great food, nice house reef.

Jana Czech Republic

Our stay was perfect in almost all aspects. The island is extremely beautiful and remote, very calm and private also in high season. The bungalows are comfortable, with an authentic style. The food is great, and all the staff were very kind and helpful. Good snorkeling at the house reef, with at least a few live corals and lots of fish, turtles, black tip and nurse sharks (big but harmless). The island also has a great dive center, with daily dive trips to beautiful reefs only 15-40 min from the island. We would love to come back one day!

Max Sweden

Suprise Anniversary celebration i like the most in my entire trip ....

Consultancy India
9.0
Superb
223 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Breakfast was very good. Same with Dinner as well. There was Maldivian night, where we experienced Maldivian food, it was all very good.”
    Shiladitya Shiladitya India India
  • “Dinners were very good. Impressed with the variety food and quality of service. For such a small island and not being a "fancy" Maldives resort, the dinners were a bright spot.”
    Oshe Oshe United States United States
  • “The island was beautiful and quaint...the staff friendly...the food was good all in all a relaxing experience away from every place.”
    Muneeba Muneeba Pakistan Pakistan
  • “I likes how the staff were all extremely friendly and willing to cater to all your needs. I also liked how safe and comfortable I felt throughout the whole stay.”
    Marlize Marlize United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
  • “The staff is great, very small island ! We want to say thank you to Milan and Sue who made our trip incredibly enjoyable! I recommend doing the Yoga Classes!”
    Wanderlustraveler Wanderlustraveler Switzerland Switzerland
  • “Amazing place, worth to visit. Excelent food, clear water. Beautiful coral reef.”
    Miroslav Miroslav Czech Republic Czech Republic
  • “It was a lovely and tranquil experience at Makunudu. The house reef is beautiful and the island very pleasant. The staff was very kind and helpful. We had a perfect stay.”
    Carolina Carolina Portugal Portugal
  • “Quiet and peaceful environment, great food, nice house reef.”
    Jana Jana Czech Republic Czech Republic
  • “Our stay was perfect in almost all aspects. The island is extremely beautiful and remote, very calm and private also in high season. The bungalows are comfortable, with an authentic style.”
    Max Max Sweden Sweden
  • “Suprise Anniversary celebration i like the most in my entire trip ....”
    Consultancy Consultancy India India

Categories:

  • Staff 9.4
  • Facilities 8.7
  • Cleanliness 9.0
  • Comfort 9.1
  • Value for money 8.9
  • Location 9.5
  • Free WiFi5.0
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The 6-acre Makunudu Island is a tropical beachfront getaway, steps from spectacular dive spots. It features a diving school that provides PADI courses and a water sports centre offering non-motorized activities.

Guests can visit the spa for relaxing massages, or sign up for an excursion to nearby islands and fishing villages. Makunudu Island also has a library as well as volleyball and badminton facilities.

In a Traditional Maldivian Style the bungalow has an attached open air private garden bathroom. It is equipped with minibar, tea/coffee facilities and work desk.

Guests can have an early breakfast on the beach while watching the sunrise. Ara Iru Restaurant serves international dishes and seafood specialties. Wines and liquors can be enjoyed at Sand Bar.

Complimentary 2GB wifi per person will be provided to all guests upon arrival.

Makunudu Island is a 50-minute speedboat ride from Male International Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Your stay will include:
Sun terrace

Makunudu Island has been welcoming Booking.com guests since 16 Mar 2011.

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Most popular facilities

Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Private beach area

Currency exchange: Need local currency? This property offers currency exchange on site.

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Activities:

Fishing

Spa and wellness centre

Table tennis

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Guest reviews

9.0
Superb · 223 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff 9.4
  • Facilities 8.7
  • Cleanliness 9.0
  • Comfort 9.1
  • Value for money 8.9
  • Location 9.5
  • Free WiFi5.0
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  • Shiladitya
    IndiaIndia
    “Breakfast was very good. Same with Dinner as well. There was Maldivian night, where we experienced Maldivian food, it was all very good.”
  • Oshe
    United StatesUnited States
    “Dinners were very good. Impressed with the variety food and quality of service. For such a small island and not being a "fancy" Maldives resort, the dinners were a bright spot. The bar area is also quite comfortable. Drinks in the bar are a bit...”
  • Muneeba
    PakistanPakistan
    “The island was beautiful and quaint...the staff friendly...the food was good all in all a relaxing experience away from every place.”
  • Marlize
    United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates
    “I likes how the staff were all extremely friendly and willing to cater to all your needs. I also liked how safe and comfortable I felt throughout the whole stay.”
  • Wanderlustraveler
    SwitzerlandSwitzerland
    “The staff is great, very small island ! We want to say thank you to Milan and Sue who made our trip incredibly enjoyable! I recommend doing the Yoga Classes! The island itself is small and there not a lot of rooms. But it great to disconnect from...”
  • Miroslav
    Czech RepublicCzech Republic
    “Amazing place, worth to visit. Excelent food, clear water. Beautiful coral reef.”
  • Carolina
    PortugalPortugal
    “It was a lovely and tranquil experience at Makunudu. The house reef is beautiful and the island very pleasant. The staff was very kind and helpful. We had a perfect stay.”
  • Jana
    Czech RepublicCzech Republic
    “Quiet and peaceful environment, great food, nice house reef.”
  • Max
    SwedenSweden
    “Our stay was perfect in almost all aspects. The island is extremely beautiful and remote, very calm and private also in high season. The bungalows are comfortable, with an authentic style. The food is great, and all the staff were very kind and...”
  • Consultancy
    IndiaIndia
    “Suprise Anniversary celebration i like the most in my entire trip ....”
Property questions and answers
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  • How much is the speedboat transfer return?
    Dear Sir/ Madam, Return combine speedboat transfer is 240 USD net per person per adult and 120 USD net per person per child. Kind regards, Makunudu Team
    Asked about: Bungalow - Beach Front • Answered on 13 February 2020
  • How to get there?
    Makunudu Island is accessible by speedboat transfer from Male international airport and approximate 45-50 minutes travel.
    Asked about: Bungalow - Beach Front • Answered on 13 September 2019
  • Hi, as we also need to conduct COVID test while returning from Maldives, how can we do that? and what will be the cost per person?
    The PCR sample collection will be conducted from the resort and it it will cost USD 135 per person.
    Answered on 5 November 2020
  • Do you have sea plane also ? From male to resort ?
    Makunudu Island is by Speedboat transfer from Male City.
    Answered on 23 December 2020
  • Hi ID possible to go to island by hydroplane How much it cost Regards Renata
    Makunudu Island is 50 minutes away by Speedboat from Male International Airport. The return rate is USD 240 per adult, inclusive of all taxes. The transfer charges are payable directly to the resort upon arrival.
    Asked about: Bungalow - Beach Front • Answered on 19 February 2021

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Property surroundings *
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Closest airports
  • Male International Airport
    26 miles
How to get to Makunudu Island from Male International Airport
    Private shuttle
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1 restaurant on site

    Araa Iru Restaurant

    Cuisine: Mediterranean, Asian, International

    Menu: Buffet & à la carte

Resort facilities of Makunudu Island

Most popular facilities

Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bar
Beachfront
Private beach area
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities Additional charge
  • Garden
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
  • Happy hour Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Water sport facilities on site Additional charge
  • Snorkelling Additional charge
  • Diving Additional charge
  • Canoeing Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • Fruits Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne Additional charge
  • Kid meals Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
  • Paid WiFi
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Wellness facilities
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Hindi
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Russian
  • Filipino
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Sustainable initiatives
This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and environmentally friendly travel

House rules Makunudu Island takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 hours

Check-out

Until 12:00 hours

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 3 years are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
US$100 per child, per night

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

There is no capacity for cots at this property.

The maximum number of extra beds allowed depends on the room you choose. Please check the maximum capacity for the room you selected.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 3 and older are allowed)

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print

TRANSFER DETAILS: (excluded from room rate):
Please note that the property is only accessible by the following mode of transfer:

Mandatory speedboat transfer takes 45 minutes from Male International Airport.
The return rates are:
Adult: USD 240, round trip, inclusive of all taxes
Child (3-11 years): USD 120, round trip, inclusive of all taxes
Infant (0-below 3 years): Complimentary

CHILD POLICY:
Children under 3 years will eat for free based on the rules and meal-plan accompanied by an adult,
excluding alcoholic beverages.
Maximum 2 free kids per unit paid.
Mandatory green tax of USD 6 per child per night will be charged.

GENERAL POLICIES:
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.

Due to safety and privacy concerns the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones by any of
guests including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists is prohibited.

HONEYMOON BENEFITS: 1 bottle of House Wine, Fruit Platter and Bed Decoration
Condition: Wedding Certificate to be provided prior to the guest arrival and validity from 6 months
of wedding date.

BIRTHDAY & ANNIVERSARY BENEFITS: Complimentary cake, Bottle of House Wine and Bed
Decoration

FAQs about Makunudu Island

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Makunudu Island by:

    • Airport shuttle (arranged by property) 30min

  • The prices at Makunudu Island may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Makunudu Island is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Yes, Makunudu Island is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Makunudu Island is 200 yards from the centre of Makunudhoo.

  • Makunudu Island offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Massage
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Spa facilities
    • Beach
    • Badminton equipment
    • Happy hour
    • Foot bath
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Private beach area
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Themed dinner nights

  • Guests staying at Makunudu Island can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Room options at Makunudu Island include:

    • Bungalow

  • Makunudu Island has 1 restaurant:

    • Araa Iru Restaurant