Cocoon Maldives
Cocoon Maldives holds the distinction of being the country's first true design hotel, the work of Italian studio Lago, set on its own island in Lhaviyani Atoll roughly 30 minutes from Malé by seaplane. Floating beds, reclaimed wildwood furniture and fine linens run through all 150 villas and suites, giving the resort a distinctly Italian sensibility that still leaves plenty of room for the lagoon views and tropical light to take over. Cuisine ranges across three restaurants and two bars, from Octopus's live cooking stations and themed dinner nights to overwater fine dining at Manta and Teppanyaki theatre at Japanese Garden, with sunset cocktails at Kurum Bar and pool-side nightlife at Loabi Loabi. Beyond the table, The Cube Spa, a yoga pavilion and a fully equipped gym round out the wellness side, while a dive centre gives access to nearly 50 sites nearby, including two wreck dives and shark encounters. Families are looked after too, with Kids Village offering supervised play, a cinema and its own pool, and island hosts on hand to arrange everything from dolphin cruises to private sandbank picnics — all wrapped into a stay built on style as much as seclusion.
Room Types
1/8Beach Villa
Set right along the shoreline, the 50-square-metre Beach Villa pairs natural materials with contemporary Italian design, centred on a signature floating king bed, rough-hewn wildwood tables and an open-air bathing area. Large windows draw in the greenery and ocean beyond, while a private terrace leads straight onto the sand for an easy, uncomplicated stay.
1/10Beach Suite
At 70 square metres, the Beach Suite gives couples extra room to stretch out, with Lago-designed interiors built around a floating bed, a suspended wash basin and warm wildwood accents. Oversized windows keep the sea and surrounding greenery constantly in view, while a larger bathing area and private terrace close to the sand round out the space.
1/8Beach Suite with Pool
This 70-square-metre suite adds a private plunge pool to the terrace, framed by floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto the beach and greenery. Italian design meets natural texture throughout, including a bathroom with both a soaking tub and a separate shower, for a self-contained, indulgent stay.
1/8Family Beach Villa
Spanning 100 square metres, this villa is built with families in mind, its Lago-designed interiors including a floating king bed, a sunken lounge area and rustic wildwood furnishings, all framed by large windows facing the sea. Villas can connect via an interconnecting terrace for groups of three or more, with direct access to the beach throughout.
1/7Lagoon Villa
Raised over the turquoise waters of Lhaviyani Atoll, the 65-square-metre Lagoon Villa favours understated design and quiet, with a floating king bed and wildwood furnishings chosen to sit comfortably against the lagoon outside. Floor-to-ceiling glass and a private terrace keep guests immersed in the surrounding water and greenery.
1/6Lagoon Suite with Slide
This 70-square-metre suite pairs refined overwater design with a playful extra: a slide running straight from the private sundeck into the lagoon. Inside, a floating king bed, wildwood furniture and a jacuzzi bathroom sit behind floor-to-ceiling windows framing panoramic sunset views.
1/10Lagoon Suite with Pool
Also set at 70 square metres over the water, this suite trades the slide for a wade-in plunge pool on its private sundeck, with the same floating king bed, wildwood furnishings and spacious bathroom, all wrapped in glass walls looking out over the turquoise lagoon.
1/11Cocoon Suite
The resort's largest accommodation at 300 square metres, the Cocoon Suite offers two bedrooms, a large living room and an outdoor dining area behind floor-to-ceiling glass. A private plunge pool looks out over the lagoon, while Italian design and natural materials carry through an interior built for families or guests wanting the most space on the island.
Dining
Octopus Restaurant
International Buffet
The resort's main buffet venue for breakfast, lunch and dinner, with live cooking stations spanning Asian, Italian and grilled dishes, a glass-walled wine cellar, and weekly themed nights that run from Maldivian to Moroccan to sushi. A shared community table adds a social note for guests keen to swap travel stories.
Manta Restaurant
International
Built entirely over the lagoon and designed by Lago, Manta serves à la carte lunch and dinner from an international menu, with candlelit evenings that make it a natural choice for romantic dinners and special occasions.
Japanese Garden
Japanese
Tucked into a rustic jungle setting with Indian Ocean views, this venue serves Teppanyaki-style Japanese cuisine prepared with precision on an à la carte menu, blending culinary theatre with a genuinely peaceful backdrop.
Kurum Bar
Bar
A beachside retreat near the Pupa Kids Club on the island's west coast, serving daily snacks, tropical drinks and BBQ dishes including local lagoon fish, best enjoyed from lounge seating as the sun goes down.
Loabi Loabi Bar
Bar
The resort's poolside hub for cocktails and Maldivian-inspired drinks, with a nightly entertainment lineup that spans live DJs, Boduberu performances, karaoke and themed parties.
Activities
Design & Location
The Maldives' first design hotel, shaped by Italian studio Lago, where floating beds and wildwood interiors sit against the turquoise lagoon of Lhaviyani Atoll, a 30-minute seaplane hop from Malé.
The Cube Spa
Therapists trained in wellness traditions from around the world use natural products to create a calm, restorative escape.
Diving Centre
Nearly 50 dive sites lie within reach, including two wrecks at Shipyard and shark encounters at Kuredhoo Express, suited to beginners and experienced divers alike.
Water Sports Centre
From paddleboarding and kayaking to jet skiing and other high-energy pursuits, the water sports centre keeps the ocean side of a stay busy.
Excursions
Dolphin cruises, sunset fishing trips, snorkelling outings, local island visits, big game fishing, picnic islands and private sandbank escapes fill out the excursion menu.
Kids Village
A supervised, fully enclosed space with playgrounds, a cinema and a dedicated kids' pool keeps younger guests entertained.
Entertainment
Evenings bring live bands, DJs, disco nights, cultural Boduberu performances, beach barbecues and open-air movie screenings.
Dining
Five distinct venues cover the spectrum, from Octopus's live cooking stations to overwater fine dining at Manta, Teppanyaki at Japanese Garden, cocktails at Loabi Loabi and sunset views at Kurum Bar.
Transfers
Seaplane: 30 minutes, USD 600; Speedboat: 45 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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