Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives
Part of The Atollia by Centara Hotels & Resorts, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives sits in North Male Atoll, a short speedboat ride of around 40 minutes from the airport. The resort layers Thai-style hospitality onto Maldivian surroundings, aiming at couples, families, and groups of friends in equal measure. Its 142 villas and residences lean on soothing earth tones, ocean views, and private pools or Jacuzzis, spread along a compact 244-by-482-metre island. Five dining venues cover a lot of ground, from Mediterranean seafood at Bluefin to overwater sunset dining with catamaran-net seating at Sunset Social, plus an all-day international restaurant with live cooking stations. SPA Cenvaree brings Thai healing traditions to its treatments, the lagoon offers up its share of marine life to explore, and a dedicated Kids' Club keeps the resort comfortably family-friendly throughout.
Room Types
1/6One-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi
This 78-square-metre overwater villa sleeps up to three adults, with a private outdoor Jacuzzi on the deck taking in unbroken ocean views. Inside, a king or double bed sits alongside a bathtub, shower, and flat-screen TV for a comfortable, secluded stay.
1/3One-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
At 100 square metres, this overwater villa adds a private pool with direct lagoon access to its ocean-view deck and spacious bathroom. It sleeps up to three adults, or two adults and a child.
1/4One-Bedroom Sunset Overwater Pool Villa
Set for sunset views, this 120-square-metre overwater villa pairs a private pool and deck with a spacious bathroom and flat-screen TV, sleeping up to three adults or two adults and a child - a fit for romance or a quiet family stay.
1/6One-Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa
This 88-square-metre beachfront villa faces the sunset with private beach access and its own pool, plus a spacious bathroom for two adults and a child, or three adults.
1/3One-Bedroom Sunrise Beach Pool Villa
Facing the sunrise over the Indian Ocean, this 88-square-metre beachfront villa offers a private pool, a spacious bathroom, and a flat-screen TV, sleeping up to three adults or two adults and a child.
1/3Grand Two-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
This 166-square-metre, two-bedroom overwater villa suits families or groups, with a private pool, direct lagoon access, and modern bathrooms featuring a Jacuzzi, bathtub, and shower. It comfortably sleeps up to five adults, or four adults and a child.
1/6Grand Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villa
Spanning 105 square metres, this two-bedroom beachfront villa pairs private beach access and a pool with a shared living area and en-suite bathrooms featuring a Jacuzzi in each bedroom. It sleeps up to five adults, or four adults and a child.
1/4Three-Bedroom Sunset Overwater Pool Residence
This 290-square-metre, three-bedroom overwater residence suits larger families or groups, with a private pool and deck, a separate living and dining area, and a fully equipped kitchenette. It sleeps up to seven adults, or six adults and a child, across two king beds and one double.
1/3Three-Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Residence
At 260 square metres, this three-bedroom beachfront residence gives families or groups direct beach access, a private pool, and a fully equipped kitchenette alongside a separate living and dining area. It comfortably sleeps up to seven adults, or six adults and a child.
Dining
The Gallery – International Cuisine
International
The Gallery is an all-day dining destination built around flame tandoors, teppanyaki grills, and a wide-ranging Asian Hub buffet with live cooking stations for breakfast, lunch, or a casual meal.
Bluefin – Seafood & Mediterranean
Mediterranean & Seafood
Bluefin is a Mediterranean-style beach club built around a seafood-heavy menu of sustainably sourced ingredients, with open-air seating, private cabanas, live music, and sunset cocktails.
Sunset Social – Champagne & Premium Bites
Maldivian
Perched over the water, Sunset Social serves Maldivian-inspired dishes and tropical cocktails from unusual catamaran-net seating that lets guests watch the marine life below while sipping champagne at sunset.
The Club – International
International
The Club offers an exclusive breakfast buffet and afternoon tea, backed by a curated drinks list and personalised service in an elegant setting throughout the day.
Coco Drift – Snacks & Refreshments
Snacks & Refreshments
Coco Drift keeps things easy at the pool, with tropical cocktails and light bites served at the swim-up bar or from a shaded cabana.
In-Villa Dining – International
In-Villa
In-villa dining runs around the clock, bringing a curated menu of international and local dishes to the privacy of the villa or residence whenever guests want to eat.
Activities
Spa Cenvaree Retreat
Spa Cenvaree draws on Thai healing traditions and locally sourced oils and herbs for its treatments, from couples' rituals to massages and beauty services aimed at restoring balance.
Meetings & Events
The resort also hosts corporate gatherings and retreats, with tailored programmes pairing curated dining and wellness sessions with team-building activities like diving and cultural workshops.
Social Events
Milestone birthdays, private dinners, and family reunions all get elevated here, set against oceanfront terraces, beachside venues, or garden settings with attentive service.
Weddings & Romance
Couples can exchange vows or renew them by the lagoon, with bespoke ceremony planning, gourmet dining, and starlit venues shaping each wedding or anniversary.
Transfers
Speedboat: 20-30 minutes, USD 150
Policies
Check-in 2:00 PM. Check-out 12:00 PM. Children of all ages are welcome. Kids under 12 stay free when sharing parents' room.. Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival. 50% charge for cancellations 14-29 days before. Full charge for cancellations less than 14 days before arrival.. Smart casual for restaurants. Swimwear appropriate only at pool and beach areas.
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