COMO Maalifushi is the ultimate away-from-it-all destination for families, couples, surfers and divers. There are some excellent breaks nearby as well as a string of uninhabited private islands, where there are seasonal hammerhead and manta ray sightings.
The overwater suites and villas are built off wooden walkways that stand above the shallow lagoon. Each has its own private terrace for slipping into the sea, while the garden rooms benefit from being set into the island’s tropical heart. The views are simply breathtaking with either lush gardens, where children can play, or directly out to the watery expanse.
The on land accommodation comprises of 6 garden rooms, 13 beach suites with private pool also for larger parties a selection of beach villas with either 1 or 2 two bedrooms. The over water accommodation comprises of 17 water suites, 13 water villas 2 bedroom villa and 3 two bedroom villas. All the over water rooms have a private pool.
There are a number of dining options at the resort. The ‘Madi’ restaurant (meaning Manta Ray in the local Dhivehi language) takes its inspiration from the region’s fresh, tropical produce and abundant seafood. The ‘Thila’ is named after rock formations in the Maldives that are covered with abundant marine life. As a place to congregate, its an informal Maldives restaurant and pool bar where guests can come to chill out. The ‘Tai’, or red snapper, which is a celebratory fish in Japanese culture, aims to be among the finest Japanese restaurants in the Maldives, while showcasing fresh seafood from local waters. For those looking for something more intimate the Private dining option gives you a choice of intimate gourmet meals on the deck of your villa to picnics and candlelit dinners on the beach. The nearby uninhabited islands can be yours as the sun sets and rises, with chef-prepared meals served by private butlers. Or if you simply want to relax in your room, the in room dining is at your disposal
Guests can enjoy holistic Asian therapies at the COMO Shambhala Retreat at Maalifushi, which also offers yoga and a fully-equipped gym, with the guest experience from beginning to end defined by COMO’s exacting, passionate service.