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Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives: A Tropical Paradise

Experience barefoot luxury in the Maldives with all-inclusive perks, thrilling water sports, and family-friendly activities at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa.

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Nestled in the South Ari Atoll, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers a luxurious all-inclusive experience with stunning overwater villas, a house reef, and a dedicated shipwreck for diving enthusiasts. Perfect for couples and families, the resort provides a range of activities, dining options, and facilities for a memorable island getaway.

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Local tips

  • Take advantage of the all-inclusive benefits, which include alcoholic beverages, a la carte dining, daily massages, and excursions.
  • Explore the house reef and the dedicated shipwreck for an unforgettable diving or snorkeling experience.
  • Families should consider booking a Deluxe Family Water Villa, which features bunk beds and PlayStation gaming systems.
  • Book your flight to arrive at Male International Airport between 06:00 and 15:45 to ensure a seaplane transfer to the resort.
  • Check the daily excursion schedule for snorkeling trips, whale shark quests, and sunset fishing.
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Getting There

  • Seaplane

    The primary mode of transport to Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa is via seaplane from Male International Airport (MLE). Upon arrival at MLE, a resort team member will greet you and escort you to the seaplane terminal. The seaplane transfer takes approximately 25 minutes. Seaplanes operate only during daylight hours, typically between 06:00 and 15:45. Ensure your international flight arrives within these hours to avoid an overnight stay near the airport. The roundtrip seaplane transfer costs approximately USD 480 per adult and USD 240 per child (2-11 years), inclusive of all taxes. Infants under 2 years are complimentary. It is advisable to inform the resort of your arrival and departure timings at least 5 days in advance.

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Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives, a premium resort built in 2009, is located on a private island in Machchafushi, approximately 65 miles southwest of Male in the South Ari Atoll. This 5-star resort offers a unique and luxurious experience, combining barefoot luxury with a range of exciting activities that appeal to both couples and families. The resort boasts 112 spacious villas and suites that blend harmoniously with the natural setting, offering diving enthusiasts outstanding opportunities, including an excellent house reef and a dedicated sunken shipwreck. The island itself is easily walkable, taking under 10 minutes to stroll from one end to the other. Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives provides more than just sun, sea, and sand, offering a variety of dining options, pools, recreational activities, sports and fitness facilities, bars and lounges with nightly entertainment, and a Kids Club. Guests can indulge in various water sports, from snorkeling and cruising the lagoon on a pedal boat to wakeboarding and parasailing. Excursions include snorkeling adventures, whale shark, turtle or manta quests, and semi-submarine rides. For relaxation and rejuvenation, the resort features SPA Cenvaree, offering treatments inspired by Thai and Indian Ocean traditions using endemic herbs. Families are well-catered for with Camp Safari and E-Zone for youngsters, and the resort is one of the few in the Maldives that allows families with children to stay in overwater villas. The resort is committed to sustainability and preserving the environment through its operations. With its stunning natural setting, thoughtful facilities, and activities for guests of all ages, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a popular destination for couples, friends, and multi-generational families.

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