Useful Information
- The Ultimate All-Inclusive programme is better than ever, making your holiday absolutely carefree from the moment you land at the airport and sail to the lobby by dhoni.
Transfer Information
- 25 mins by seaplane
Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives
4/5
- Centara Grand Island, Maldives 00000, Maldives
Time to airport
25 min
Restaurants
4
Bars
2
Distance to airport
77 km
Overview
Villas
Wine & Dine
Facilities
Recreation
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Overview
Description
Surrounded by the blue ocean of the South Ari Atoll, and distinctive with its timbered walkways and colonial-style buildings, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a barefoot paradise with a palm-fringed beach and shimmering lagoon that offers the perfect island holiday for everyone.
With 112 spacious villas set over-water, and suites blending harmoniously with the natural setting, the island has a wealth of activities and superb facilities that makes this an ideal hideaway for couples and honeymooners, or a fun-filled destination for families.
There are exceptional opportunities to discover the exotic life of Maldives underwater, with a house reef that is a kaleidoscope of colour for snorkellers, a shipwreck dive site just off the island, and easy access to some of the most famous dive sites in the world.
The resort’s Ultimate All-Inclusive concept, your stay on this tropical island is absolutely carefree, with dining, rejuvenating, playing and exploring all included.
Speedboat Ride
25 min
Restaurants
4
Bars
2
Villas
6
Check In Time
14:00:00
Check Out Time
12:00:00
Villas
Beach Suite
42
87 sqm
3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children
Take a walk on the white sand beach just outside your Beach Suite, and enjoy the turquoise waters of the lagoon. Our Beach Suites offer prime island living, where you can enjoy a spacious area of 87 square metres with a relaxing living room, a king bedroom on the mezzanine level, and an expansive bathroom with an outdoor shower.
Deluxe Water Villa
18
86 sqm
3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child
Open the door to the endless horizon, unwind on your private sundeck, or enjoy swimming and snorkelling in the warm lagoon. Set on the northern side of the island, the Deluxe Water Villas are spacious in size with a living area of 86 square metres, a soothing décor of white with splashes of colour, and rattan and hardwood furnishings.
Deluxe Family Water Villa
10
93 sqm
3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children
These family-friendly over-water villas are designed for the special needs of those with young children. The villas offer 93 square metres of family space including a children’s sleeping area with bunk beds and PlayStation video games, and secured access to the terrace for safety of the little ones. You will also enjoy complimentary wireless internet access.
Ocean Water Villa
14
110 sqm
3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child
Take in sublime views from these newly refurbished villas set on the western end of the island. Designed for lagoon living, each villa has an ample terrace for lounging and basking in the sun, a sea-gazing bedroom, and steps that lead directly into the shimmering lagoon.
Luxury Beachfront Pool Villa 1 Bedroom
4
159 sqm
With white sand fringed by crystal clear waters just outside your Luxury Beachfront Pool Villa, you can indulge in barefoot luxury and enjoy abundant living space in your 159-square-metre villa, with its own plunge pool and terrace perfect for lazy days.
Luxury Beachfront Pool Villa 2 Bedroom
4
159 sqm
3 adults and 2 children or 2 adults and 3 children
With fresh interiors that blend harmoniously with the natural environment and their own beachfront, these expansive 159-square-metre pool villas are ideal for families travelling to the Maldives with up to three children. Each Luxury Beachfront Pool Villa Two-Bedroom is a tranquil retreat, a stone’s throw away from the shimmering lagoon and with its own plunge pool on the terrace for cool dips.
Sunset Ocean Pool Villa
3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child
Cool off in your own 12-square-metre plunge pool with views across the ocean or enjoy fantastic snorkelling, only a few steps down from your terrace. These villas on the western end side of the island boast sublime sunset views and feature an ample terrace for lounging and basking in the sun, a sea-gazing bedroom, and abundant living space of 110 square metres.
Wine & Dine
Reef
Next to the swimming pool and overlooking the beach, the Reef with its thatched roof is a classic island restaurant. Begin your day here with a champagne breakfast! Reef, along with breakfast, serves lunch and dinner with expansive and colourful buffets that feature dishes with Western and Asian influences.
Useful Information
Location: By the main pool
Live cooking stations and a Teppanyaki table* add to the conviviality. Dining options for vegetarians are also available.
*Advance reservation is required for Teppanyaki dining.
Cuisines: International
Seating capacity: 206
Service Hours
Breakfast: 07:00 – 10:30
Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30
Dinner: 19:00 – 22:00
Azzuri Mare
The fresh catch of the day prepared Italian style, along with Italian signature dishes and flavour-filled pastas and pizzas are enjoyed at Azzuri Mare, with its dreamy views across the lagoon. Along with its ocean views the restaurant provides plenty of visual action with its open kitchen, and the a la carte menu and set menus feature vegetarian options. Couples and families alike will find Azzuri Mare an atmospheric spot.
Useful Information
Location: By the arrival pavilion
Cuisines: Italian and seafood
Seating capacity: 55
Advance reservation is required for dinner
Service Hours
Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30
Dinner: 19:00 – 22:00
Suan Bua
Set next to a lotus pond, and offering both indoor and al fresco seating, Suan Bua serves the tangy, spicy flavours of authentic home-style Thai cuisine. Our chefs recreate recipes from the four regions of Thailand with famous dishes like pad Thai, som tam and tom yum kung, and fresh fish and shellfish steamed, grilled or stir-fried and served with delicious sauces and dips. Vegetarian food is an important part of Thai cuisine, and creative.
Useful Information
Location: Resort’s garden
Cuisine: Home-style Thai cuisine
Seating capacity: 64
Advance reservation is required for dinner
Service Hours
Lunch: 12:00 – 14:30
Dinner: 19:00 – 22:00
Aqua
Take the short walk to Aqua, one the island’s best spots to lay back and admire spectacular ocean views and sunsets. Laze in comfort and tranquillity as you sip your favourite cocktail and enjoy light bites and snacks. Set overwater, opposite Azzuri Mare on the western side of the island, Aqua is perfect for pre-dinner cocktails or a nightcap. Sundowner parties are held daily.
Useful Information
Location: Arrival pavilion
Cocktails, refreshments and snacks
Seating capacity: 63
Service Hours
Daily: 10:00 – 24:00
Coral Bar & Lounge
Experience one of the most entertaining lounge bars in Maldives. Built on two storeys, with pool tables and games on the mezzanine level and a casual sand-floor setting on the ground floor, Coral Bar & Lounge is located just off the swimming pool deck.
Relax in style, indulge in our complimentary afternoon tea, or simply enjoy thirst-quenching drinks, wines, and cocktails at any time of the day or night. Kids will love our daily afternoon ice creams.
Useful Information
Location: By the main pool
Cocktails and refreshments
Seating capacity: 110
Service Hours
Daily: 10:00 – 00:00
The Club
Those longing for an extra touch of indulgence will enjoy dining in the exclusive setting and convenience of The Club. Designed as a secluded and intimate retreat for our Club guests, The Club serves a la carte breakfast, nutritionally balanced light lunches and five-course dinners with the option of a private, candlelit setting. Premium spirits and wines are served with our compliments throughout the day, along with refreshments and tea and coffee.
Useful Information
Location: Beachside
Cuisine: International fare
Seating capacity: 50
Club benefits and exclusive access to the Club Lounge are available for guests staying in a Sunset Ocean Pool Villa or at a supplement.
Service Hours
Daily: 07:00 – 23:00
Ultimate All Inclusive
The Ultimate All-Inclusive programme is better than ever, making your holiday absolutely carefree from the moment you land at the airport and sail to the lobby by dhoni.
Useful Information
Meet and greet at Male airport and assistance with domestic transfer and international flights
Sparkling welcome: refreshing towels and glass of bubbly ( Non‐alcoholic beverages available upon request )
Sumptuous Champagne breakfast available offering extensive buffet selection through Mid morning at the Reef Restaurant
A choice of lunch venues including our themed International buffets or Italian favourits at Azzuri Mare and Thai at Lotus restaurant
Afternoon tea of delicate cakes, scones and sandwiches accompanied by our ‘Tropical sings’ entertainers: children ice cream station
The Sundowner party: the perfect way to start the evening with a nightly cocktail reception accompanied by tasty tapas and an opportunity to meet resort management and your fellow guests
Dinner is a special affair offering a choice of 3 different venues and dining options including international themed buffet and Teppanyaki at the Reef; Thai food at Lotus; Italian and grill cuisine at Azzuri Mare ( Advanced reservation required )
The resort operates 2 bar areas and beverages are served daily from 10 am to midnight including house pouring wines (red, white, sparkling, rose’) beer, spirits, cocktails, soft drinks, tea, coffee and juices
Excursions are included with the stay. The resort offers a selection of highly popular tour such as whale shark tour, guided snorkel tour, night fishing , sunset cruise, local island discovery.
( All excursions will be operated weather permitted & have to be checked & booked in advance at Front Office each excursion is per person/stay )
Mini bar replenished daily and Wi‐Fi in the room
Health and well being is covered too: complimentary use of fitness with programs designed from our personal trainer, a game of tennis, snorkeling equipment, windsurfer lessons, tube ride and banana ride behind the speedboat, catamaran.
For Spa Cenvaree: Enjoy a credit of USD 100 per adult per day to be used for your treatment (cannot be accumulated).
For the kids: special rates and even free stays are just the beginning of the fun Centara Maldives provides a range of facilities for kids of various ages.
The E‐zone offers entertainment and activity for teenagers while the Camp Safari kids club offers a daily supervised activity programs for kids.
Service Hours
Facilities
Airport Transfer
Kids Club
Kids Pool
Tennis Court
Swimming Pools
Laundry
Wi-Fi
Doctor
Boutique
Babysitting/Child Care
Foreign Exchange
Spa treatments
Multipurpose Sports Court
Recreation
Scuba Diving
Fitness Centre
Water Sports
Excursions
Gallery
Dive
Dive Centre
Surrounded by warm, azure waters with extraordinary underwater visibility, beautiful coral formations and an exotic marine life, Maldives is one of the world’s top diving destinations. PADI Best Dives experts will provide everything that is needed for beginners, those with medium skills, and expert divers.
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