- Maldives DMC since 2006
- Direct contract with Cinnamon Dhonveli
- Air + sea transfer coordinated
- CuisineInternational
- StyleBuffet
- AtollNorth Malé Atoll
About Maakana
Named after the island's grey herons, this large circular buffet restaurant is close to the Garden Bungalows and the Pasta Point surf break. Lively atmosphere with a broad international spread. Also serves Water Bungalow guests.
Part of the dining roster at Cinnamon Dhonveli, North Malé Atoll, this international restaurant runs a buffet format.
Other restaurants at Cinnamon Dhonveli
Other International restaurants in the Maldives
South Malé AtollMain Restaurantat Adaaran club RannalhiInternationalBuffetView restaurant
South Ari AtollMaaniyaa Restaurantat Villa Park,InternationalBuffetView restaurant- Gaafu Alifu AtollThe Dining Roomat The Residence Maldives at FalhumaafushiInternationalBuffet & À la carteView restaurant
- Gaafu Alifu AtollFalhumaaat The Residence Maldives at FalhumaafushiInternationalFine DiningView restaurant
- South Ari AtollMIXEat LUX South Ari AtollInternationalBuffetView restaurant
The Cinnamon Dhonveli experience
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is a 4-star private island resort located in the North Malé Atoll, a 25-minute speedboat transfer from the capital. The resort occupies the 7.5-hectare Kanu Huraa Island and offers 148 villas, including overwater options. Guests can choose from multiple meal plans, with dining at three…
Getting there
Cinnamon Dhonveli is reached by speedboat (25 min) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in North Malé Atoll.
Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.
Questions about Maakana
What cuisine does Maakana serve?
Maakana at Cinnamon Dhonveli serves International in a buffet format. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.Is Maakana included in resort meal plans?
Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Cinnamon Dhonveli cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Maakana sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.Where is Maakana located?
Maakana is one of the dining venues at Cinnamon Dhonveli, set in North Malé Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
Reserve at Maakana
Specialty restaurants at Cinnamon Dhonveli are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.