An intimate hideaway
An original Maldivian retreat
Rediscover the luxury of simplicity, where the sands of time trickle unhurriedly, and nature is your host.
Situated in North Malé Atoll, a 45-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport, Makunudu Island sweeps you into the warm embrace of an original Maldivian retreat. Where glistening beaches give way to the crystal clear waters of a turquoise lagoon, merging into unending ocean views.
Where tranquility seeps soothingly into your soul, and genuine hospitality welcomes you like a friend. A rare haven, beautifully untouched, that even for those who travel the world, retains a special place in the heart.
What makes Makunudu
A timeless tropical haven where you can live out your dream Maldivian holiday.
A completely natural island
Makunudu preserves its pristine beauty and rich ecosystem, from the beachfront greenery to the house reef.
Genuine hospitality
Intuitive yet discreet service: a welcome like a friend's, and a team that remembers how you like things.
Every bungalow on the beach
All 36 bungalows are nestled amidst beachfront vegetation, each with an open-air garden shower.
A reef on the doorstep
Step off the beach onto a house reef beside the famous Turtle Point, with hawksbill turtles most days.
Around the island
Small enough to know by heart in a day, with everything a short barefoot walk away.
- Arrival and departure jetty
- Reception and boutique shop
- Ara Iru restaurant
- Miyaru Bar, Sand Bar and Sunset Bar
- Malaafaiy Treehouse
- Aavun Spa
- Riyaa Watersports centre
- Dive Ocean diving centre
Slip into island time
Discover the spontaneity of the island as you delight in its carefully preserved natural beauty. Complemented by intuitive yet discreet service, this is your enchanting escape from daily life, a place to revitalise all your senses.
Slip off your shoes, slip into island time…
