Famed as the first tourist resort in the Maldives, this excellent hotel has a wide range of facilities with a fantastic array of restaurants serving cuisine from across the world. With a lively natural house reef in the beautiful Indian Ocean, fantastic diving and snorkelling opportunities lie within easy reach. Even better, this resort is just a 10-minute speedboat ride from the airport or Male, so you won’t need to wait long for that first delicious cocktail on the sand.
Amenities
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Honeymoon
Bar
Fitness Centre/Gym
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Beachfront location
Where is it
Located in North Malé atoll. Transfer time from airport: approximately 10 minutes by speedboat.
Hotel information
All rooms with air conditioning and fans, safe, flat screen TV, satellite television stations, outdoor standing shower, indoor standing shower, bathtub, bathrobes, hairdryer, mini-bar, complimentary WiFi, beach towels, premium amenities, iron and ironing board, and tea/coffee and hot chocolate making facilities. Superior Rooms are conveniently located, with either a terrace or balcony, open-plan bathroom, and 1 daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child/infant.
Breakfast Included: buffet breakfast or premium a la carte breakfast, dependent on room category booked.
Half Board: includes dinner at the main restaurant (buffet).
Full Board Plus: lunch and dinner at the main restaurant with beverages (a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails during meal times at the main restaurant only.
Dine Around All Inclusive: lunch with a choice of two menus in three locations, with beverages. Dinner with a choice of seven restaurants, with beverages. Additional beverage outlets (Athiri, Kandu Bar and Fex) with a selection of soft drinks, canned juices, water, coffee, tea, wines, liquors and cocktails. Choice of excurions (glass bottom boat, Male tour, Sunset and Dolphin Cruise). Minimum 4 night stay.
Deluxe Bungalows provide privacy in verdant surroundings, just steps from the beach with an open plan bathroom and outdoor daybed. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.
Beachfront Deluxe Bungalows are cosy and well appointed, with sun loungers on the private terrace by the white sand and sparkling ocean. With 1 king-size bed or twin beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children/teens.
Garden Pool Villas are nestled in the tropical gardens, with a private courtyard, open-plan bathroom, and private plunge pool. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults and 1 child/infant/teen, or 2 adults, 1 child/teen and 1 infant.
Beach Villas are perfectly positioned for catching the sunrise, and generously spaced, with a separate lounge and an intimate garden spa tub. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children and 1 infant.
Deluxe Pool Villas are spacious villas with their own private pool, a sitting room, and a private deck with breath taking ocean and garden views. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.
Family Villas are two-level villas, with stunning ocean views and secluded lounging. With 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults, 2 children/teens, and 1 infant.
The Two Bedroom Kurumba Residence is expansive, with a private pool / spa tub in both wings. Sleeping maximum 6 adults, or 4 adults, 2 children/teens, and 2 infants.
7 restaurants, 3 bars and 1 shisha lounge: Vihamanaa (international delicacies with Maldivan senses). Thila (al fresco dining). Hamakaze (teppanyaki, sushi, sashimi). Al Qasr (Middle Eastern specialties). Mahal (Indian cuisine). King Thai (authentic flavours from Thailand). Café (laidback dining opposite the pool). Fez (shisha lounge). Sound of the Sea* (private dining). Kandu Bar (breezy open-air pavilion and overwater deck). Athiri Bar 1 & 2 (snacks, cocktails).
Vibrant culture and nightly entertainment with talented Maldivian artists.
2 swimming pools, and 2 further children’s swimming pools. Water sports centre. Activities for children, teens and adults. Photo studio*. Boutique. 7-day activity programme with a selection of complimentary events. Veli Spa* (with body treatments, yoga pavilion and classes and a relaxation lounge). Diving centre (the reef system here ranks amongst the purest in the world, with an amazing array of colourful fish, sea anemones, sponges, eels, turtles, whale sharks and more).
24-hour reception. Arrival/departure lounge. Doctor on-site. Babysitting service*. Laundry and dry cleaning service*.
*Denotes local charge.
Based on 5512 reviews
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Beautiful & wonderful Kurumba
Jun 7, 2025Sinead B
We’ve had an amazing stay here these past four days , from the very first time we stepped onto the beautiful Island we knew it was going to be wonderful . The staff have been fantastic , going above and beyond to ensure our holiday was wonderful. The beach villa was beautiful and facilities here fantastic, everything so accessible. We chose… Read more
We’ve had an amazing stay here these past four days , from the very first time we stepped onto the beautiful Island we knew it was going to be wonderful . The staff have been fantastic , going above and beyond to ensure our holiday was wonderful. The beach villa was beautiful and facilities here fantastic, everything so accessible. We chose the dine around all inclusive package and the choices for food and drinks were fantastic ! Thank you so much to the General Manager Morten and all his wonderful staff especially Sivilya, Felix, Hayet , Shreetha, Amil , Islam , Hishara and so many more to mention! We will definitely return to beautiful Kurumba again ! Read less
Kurumba 2nd visit
Jun 3, 2025mark l
WOW, another fantastic stay that exceeded our expectations again. The staff were just as friendly again and accommodated any requests we had. The food in all the restaurants was of a high standard and no complaints whatsoever. Cleanliness of the room was exceptional! Special shout out to Noy and all the staff in the Kandu Bar fantastic service and… Read more
WOW, another fantastic stay that exceeded our expectations again. The staff were just as friendly again and accommodated any requests we had. The food in all the restaurants was of a high standard and no complaints whatsoever. Cleanliness of the room was exceptional! Special shout out to Noy and all the staff in the Kandu Bar fantastic service and the cocktails were delicious! Islamojon at the beach bar was such a pleasant young man with a fantastic demeanour and is a credit to the resort. Read less
Our first and unforgettable visit to the Maldives .
Jun 1, 2025Fathima I
Everything from their warm welcome even though it was late at night to their joint send off was nothing short of amazing hospitality. The pristine beaches were well kept and cleaned very early in the mornings , so it was always beautiful and inviting. The marine life was thriving and all steps to ensure minimal damage to the reef was taken. Their… Read more
Everything from their warm welcome even though it was late at night to their joint send off was nothing short of amazing hospitality. The pristine beaches were well kept and cleaned very early in the mornings , so it was always beautiful and inviting. The marine life was thriving and all steps to ensure minimal damage to the reef was taken. Their all inclusive offer included our breakfast and dinner at their main restaurant which was a buffet set up and had a wide variety to choose from. I will miss their pecan pastry and coconut yoghurt the most . The team at the restaurant managed by Mr.Mahesh and A.J ensured we felt right at home by providing any additional meal choices we preferred. They even went all out to set out a beautiful floral arrangement and cake for my birthday there . Lunch was a'la carte at the cafe, Mr.Nur and Ms. April were very accommodating to any additional options we preferred. I forgot to catch the names of the members at the reception ,but Mr.Nabeel was there to receive us and at our send off and they have all overall been extremely helpful. Their mesmerizing orchid garden , sea life right outside your room & kids activities ,overall they had something for everyone. I would highly recommend Kurumba and their excursions such as the glass bottom ride . From everyone who didn't make us feel bad for any delays when we requested a buggy and to the Marine biologist who was very enthusiastic to answer all our questions, thank you so much for making it an experience of a life time and we hope to come back soon. Read less
Incredible with an amazing kids club
مايو 20, 2025NatBat78United Kingdom
Beautiful island, excellent service throughout, very close to the airport so there are lots of planes but it worked for us. The kids club is extraordinary, all the staff are very special and went out of their way to welcome our children, Marina and Afsha were outstanding and a couple more, I m sorry to say I didn't write down their names. We… Read more
Beautiful island, excellent service throughout, very close to the airport so there are lots of planes but it worked for us. The kids club is extraordinary, all the staff are very special and went out of their way to welcome our children, Marina and Afsha were outstanding and a couple more, I m sorry to say I didn't write down their names. We cannot wait to return. Another special mention to the two Thai ladies who gave us a massage, the waiting staff especially those in the café & Shanee. There are many names I wish I had written down but we are looking forward to a return visit 😀 Read less
Heavenly place
مايو 19, 2025Debbie V
We returned to kurumba after 10 years and were amazed at how many staff were still there from our previous visit. You receive the warmest welcome as you arrive on the island . All the staff are amazing, very professional and attentive you feel truly valued. The rooms are spacious and are kept clean, tidy and restocked by the house keepers. We… Read more
We returned to kurumba after 10 years and were amazed at how many staff were still there from our previous visit. You receive the warmest welcome as you arrive on the island . All the staff are amazing, very professional and attentive you feel truly valued. The rooms are spacious and are kept clean, tidy and restocked by the house keepers. We had a beach front bungalow and it was heavenly to step out of the patio doors in the morning onto the white sand , feel the warm morning sun and walk along the water’s edge looking for baby sharks All the food we had was delicious, all top quality fresh ingredients. We booked the dine around option so you have a choice of restaurants as well as the buffet. The beach bar was a lovely place to walk to for delicious cocktails and to watch the sunset. We went on a dolphin cruise which was fantastic there were so many of them . Kurumba is a great place for snorkelling, so many wonderful fish to see. The island is beautifully maintained and the resort manager is very present. Ensuring that everything is running smoothly. Kurumba is my favourite place for a chilled out relaxing holiday Read less
Beautiful & wonderful Kurumba