Kandolhu Island, North Ari Atoll
Kandolhu Maldives
seaplane · Approximately 25 minutes from Velana International Airport
The IM take
Why we'd send you to Kandolhu
Kandolhu Maldives is a small, near-circular private island in North Ari Atoll, reached by an approximately 25-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport followed by a short boat ride. Only 30 villas are arranged across five distinct categories, from Jacuzzi Beach Villas and split-level Duplex Pool Villas to Ocean Villas and Ocean Pool Villas above the lagoon.
The villas
5 villa categories at Kandolhu
We'll talk you through which one suits you best when you send your dates — for most travellers the sunset-facing overwater categories are the easy pick. Below, the full lineup.
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Jacuzzi Beach Villa
Beachfront villa with private garden Jacuzzi, outdoor bathroom and direct sand access.
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Pool Villa
Beachside villa with private pool and secluded tropical outdoor space.
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Duplex Pool Villa
Two-level beach villa with separate living areas and private pool.
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Ocean Villa
Overwater villa with spacious deck and steps directly into the house-reef lagoon.
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Ocean Pool Villa
Private-pool overwater villa with broad ocean views and direct lagoon access.
The food
5 restaurants at Kandolhu
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The Market
International
Intimate all-day restaurant with à la carte breakfasts and globally inspired meals.
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Olive
Mediterranean
Overwater restaurant serving Mediterranean dishes in a relaxed open-air setting.
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Sea Grill
Seafood and grill
Beachside venue focusing on fresh fish, seafood and premium grilled meats.
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Banzai
Japanese
Small Japanese restaurant for sushi, sashimi and carefully prepared hot dishes.
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Ata-Roa
Latin American and Mexican
Casual beachfront restaurant for ceviche, tacos and vibrant Latin flavours.
The island in pictures
What to expect
On the island, and off
- — Just 30 villas on a compact natural island
- — Five restaurants for exceptional dining choice
- — House reef surrounding the island
- — Five very different beach and water villa styles
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Common questions
About staying at Kandolhu
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Destination
North Ari Atoll
Kandolhu Maldives sits in North Ari Atoll. Browse every curated resort in the atoll, compare locations, and read what makes the area different.
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