Kandima Maldives
Kandima Maldives sits in Dhaalu Atoll, reached by a roughly 30-minute domestic flight followed by a 20-minute speedboat transfer. Nearly three kilometres of sand run alongside a wide, striking lagoon and rows of coconut palms, giving the island one of the more dramatic natural settings in the country. The resort's parent brand, Pulse Hotels, has layered that setting with a playful, design-led approach that still nods to local heritage. Villas take cues from Malibu beach houses, with flexible furniture and bright colour schemes across the island's 274 rooms, backed by ten restaurants and bars and a steady rotation of live music and DJ sets. The overall mood leans toward youthful energy paired with genuinely considered design, with activities running from jet skiing to hands-on cookery courses. It's a resort built around design, romance, family time, and originality in roughly equal measure, with fun as the connecting thread.
Room Types
1/8Sky & Beach Studios
Set within a two-storey villa, these studios come in Sky or Beach configurations, each with its own private terrace for taking in the view. Clean, contemporary styling runs throughout for an easy, low-fuss stay.
1/6Beach Villa with Jacuzzi
Set right on the beachfront, this villa puts sand within steps of the door, with a private deck extending out toward open Indian Ocean views.
1/4Sunset Beach Pool Villa with Jacuzzi
Facing the lagoon for evening colour, this beachfront villa's private deck extends out to its own pool, furnished with a king bed, sofa bed, and sunbed-lined wooden decking, plus a jacuzzi.
1/5Sunrise Beach Pool Villa with Jacuzzi
Set up to catch the sunrise, this beachfront villa's private deck opens onto its own pool, with a king bed, sofa bed, sunbed-lined wooden decking, and a jacuzzi.
1/3Aqua Villa
This overwater villa comes with a private deck built for taking in uninterrupted lagoon views, styled in the same contemporary, spacious fashion throughout.
1/6Aqua Villa with Jacuzzi
Adding a jacuzzi to the overwater format, this villa keeps the same spacious, contemporary styling and private deck area looking out over the lagoon.
1/8Ocean Pool Villa
Positioned between beach and overwater settings, this villa offers uninterrupted Indian Ocean views from its own private pool, blending the best of both villa styles.
1/6Honeymoon Aqua Pool Villa
Built for honeymoons and romantic getaways, this overwater villa pairs an expansive living space with a private infinity pool and sweeping views across every shade of blue the lagoon has to offer.
Dining
Flavour & Zest - A World of Choice
International
These bright, market-style food halls bring together flavours from around the world, with chefs preparing the day's dishes in full view of diners.
Azure - Simple, Honest and (Extremely) Tasty!
Mediterranean
This chic beach house restaurant runs casual by day and shifts into more polished, sleek dining by night, built around a wide range of Mediterranean dishes.
Breeze - Dive Into the Blue
Bar
Breeze is where the island lets loose, with live bands and DJs setting the mood over freshly squeezed juices and inventive cocktails.
Sea Dragon & Forbidden Bar - Far East Fine Dining
Chinese
Sea Dragon serves authentic Chinese cooking with a modern, family-style presentation in a moody, atmospheric room, while the adjoining Forbidden Bar keeps the night going with live DJs and inventive cocktails.
Deli - Simply Delish!
Deli
This casual food boutique serves up gourmet grab-and-go options, whether guests want a quick bite on the spot or something to take back to their villa.
Aroma - Have Your Cake and Eat It
Cafe
Aroma serves fresh coffee, juices, and baked goods in a relaxed spot made for reading, meeting friends, or simply watching the world go by, with Asian and Maldivian-inspired treats available to eat in or take away.
Smoked - Grilled to Perfection
Grill
Smoked focuses on steaks and fresh fish cooked over an open BBQ and teppanyaki grill, served al fresco with incredible sunset views as a backdrop.
Beach Club - Laid-back Vibes and Spectacular Views
Bar
The Beach Club runs from day into night as the island's social hub, with DJs providing the soundtrack to sunset and a pool bar serving mojitos, fresh juices, and granitas.
Destination Dining
Private Dining
Destination Dining covers everything from a beach barbecue with friends to a private dinner on a deserted island, arranged by a private chef and crew around whatever setup guests have in mind.
Activities
Resort Activities
HQ & Den doubles as far more than a check-in desk. Open 24 hours, it houses a den, library, and games room where guests can relax, meet up, or play.
Other Activities
Beyond the main programme, guests can rent bicycles, use 24-hour laundry and room service, join the Cookery School, Diving School, or Marine Biology Centre, and access a medical centre staffed by European doctors.
Transfers
Seaplane: 40 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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