Como Cocoa Island

Just 40 minutes by speedboat from Malé, Como Cocoa Island resort offers a tranquil escape bathed in lagoon-blue serenity. Famous for its understated elegance, the Como Cocoa Island Hotel melds direct lagoon access, bright whitened wood interiors and unobtrusive service, ideal for honeymooners, those seeking wellness and couples in search of silence. With that, only 33 villas, which are all overwater and designed as a vessel afloat, Cocoa Island Resort demonstrates barefoot fancy, Condé Nast Traveller recognised and repeatedly hailed as a paragon of Maldivian charm in 2024–25.

Location & Accessibility - 40‑Minute Speedboat from Malé

Set on Makunufushi in South Malé Atoll, Como Cocoa Island resort is reachable via a seamless 40-minute speedboat from Malé International Airport—no seaplane required. This eco-conscious choice reduces carbon footprint, and guests are welcomed on land at arrival for quick embarkation. The blend of accessibility and remoteness makes Como Cocoa ideal for both short and extended stays, preserving the island’s peaceful ambience.

Overwater Villas - Dhoni‑Style Living on the Lagoon

All 33 villas at Como Cocoa Island are designed to reflect a Maldivian dhoni, with polished teak flooring, thatched roofs, and indoor-outdoor living layouts. Villa types range from classic Water Villas to the elevated Dhoni Loft and serene Sunrise Villas, all with private decks, sunken tubs facing the lagoon, and direct lagoon access. Staying in a cocoa island resort villa is like living on the lagoon, where tranquillity drifts in through every open sliding door

Dining & Wellness - COMO Shambhala Kitchen & Spa

Cuisine at Como Cocoa Island Resort is centred around the COMO Shambhala Kitchen, which champions South Indian, Asian and Mediterranean nutrition-based dining using locally sourced produce. Wellness unfolds at the COMO Shambhala Retreat: four open-air massage pavilions, a hydrotherapy pool with high‑pressure jets, a yoga pavilion with 360-degree views, a Pilates studio, a steam room, a gym, and meditation areas. Guests often highlight how the wellness setting offers more than a spa—it’s a sanctuary for body and mind.

Signature Experiences on Cocoa Island

1. House Reef & Snorkelling

One of the finest house reefs in the Maldives begins just off the villa decks at Cocoa Island Resort. Guided by a marine biologist, guests snorkel amid schools of oriental sweetlips, needlefish, nurse sharks, and turtles. A short briefing precedes the snorkel, making reef exploration easy and immersive.

2. UV Night Snorkel & Marine Exploration

At Como Cocoa Island, guests can experience the reef after dark via UV night snorkel. Under special UV torch lighting, corals glow in vivid fluorescent hues—turning the underwater world luminous and unforgettable. Guests may also attend marine-biology talks explaining reef ecosystems

3. Sandbank Dining & Private Boat Charters

Private sandbank dinners, COMO yacht charters, and personalised boat trips around South Malé Atoll create bespoke romantic and immersive moments. These curated experiences ensure Como Cocoa Island remains both exclusive and deeply personal.

Who Is COMO Cocoa Island For?

Como Cocoa Island resort is tailored for travellers seeking quiet luxury: honeymooners, couples, solo wellness seekers, and those drawn to intimate overwater living. Its small scale and authentic design preserve local charm without theatrics, providing space for reflection and rejuvenation.

Facilities & Services

Resort Amenities

Complimentary Wi‑Fi, library with music and movies, water-sports centre, PADI dive centre, 25 m infinity pool, and fitness studio
Complimentary non-motorised kayaks, paddleboards, catamarans and windsurfing gear

Dining Venues & Service

• Ufaa Restaurant (beachside dining), Faru Bar perched over water
• In-villa dining available, with 24‑hour butler service for premium villas

Concierge & Transfers

• Personalised meet-and-greet at Malé
• Express check‑in and private transfer via speedboat
• No seaplane needed—simplifying travel logistics and reducing environmental impact

How to Reach COMO Cocoa Island?

From Malé International Airport, guests are escorted by resort staff to a 40-minute speedboat bound for Como Cocoa Island resort. Transfers operate round‑the‑clock, with express check-in at the arrival lounge and direct escort to the villa. Travel is smooth, sustainable, and distinctly understated.