Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG

SOUTH MALÉ ATOLL · MALDIVES

Resort4-Star

Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG

Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
FamilyHoneymoonBudget-Friendly
  • TransferSpeedboat · 45min
  • Accommodation154 villas & rooms
  • Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
  • Dining3 restaurants & 4 bars
  • House reefExcellent
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The resort

About Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG

Located in the South Malé Atoll, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG is a private island resort accessible by a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport. The property features 154 modern villas, which include overwater, beachfront, and garden accommodations. Guests have a choice of three on-site restaurants serving international cuisine, and room service is available. A large infinity pool is situated near the dining areas. The resort also offers a gym with yoga and fitness classes. With its accessible location and range of villa categories, this IHG property provides a consistent, full-service resort experience in the Maldives.

Why we love it

Why we love this resort

Located in the South Malé Atoll, Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG is a private island resort accessible by a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport.

  • 2023 Best Dive Resort in Maldives; Certified divers get 2 FREE dives/day on 3+ night stays; Kandooma Right — world-class right surf break (Perfect Wave Travel only); Kandooma Thila — top 10 Maldives dive site; COMO Shambhala spa; Green Globe Certified
  • House reef: Excellent

Best for

FamiliesHoneymoonersDivers & surfersWellness seekers

The accommodation

Choose your perfect stay

From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.

Couples

Garden Villa

Hidden under the protective shade of Maldives' lush vegetation. Ideal for couples or small families. Private outdoor terrace or hammock. Modern amenities, AC, free WiFi (25+ Mbps), flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall showerhead, bathrobes.

Up to 3 guests48 m²Tropical gardenKing or Twin
Couples

Beach Villa

Ideal escape a few steps from the beach. Cocoon yourself in the comforts of the master bedroom, enjoy the sea breeze from your private terrace or hammock. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

Up to 3 guests48 m²BeachfrontDirect beach accessKing or Twin
Couples

1 Bedroom Beach House Garden View

Enchanting 1-bedroom beach house spanning 72 sqm across two floors. Ground floor features spacious alfresco living area surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. Upper floor bedroom with private bathroom. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests72 m²BeachfrontDirect beach accessKing Size
Couples

1 Bedroom Beach House Sea View

Charming 1-bedroom beach house spanning 72 sqm across two floors. Ground floor alfresco living area with natural beauty surroundings. Sea views from upper bedroom. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests72 m²BeachfrontDirect beach accessKing Size
Overwater
HoneymoonersCouples

Overwater Villa Island View

85 sqm overwater villa capturing breathtaking vistas of pristine turquoise lagoon and lush tropical island. Private deck, overwater hammock, sun loungers, direct lagoon access via stairs. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

Up to 3 guests85 m²Lagoon & oceanOverwaterKing or Twin
Overwater
HoneymoonersCouples

Overwater Villa Sea View

85 sqm overwater villa set above clear waters of the Indian Ocean. Wake up to uninterrupted sunrise views and step directly from private deck into the sea. Privacy, space and immediate access to vibrant marine life. AC, free WiFi, flat-screen TV, minibar, premium bedding, pillow menu, in-room safe, rainfall shower, bathrobes.

Up to 3 guests85 m²Lagoon & oceanOverwaterKing or Twin
Family favourite
Families

2 Bedroom Beach House

142 sqm beach house across two floors. Ground floor features spacious living and dining area with open layout connecting directly to outdoors. Large openings invite natural light, tropical breezes and views of surrounding greenery. Two upper-floor bedrooms. AC, free WiFi, premium bedding, in-room safe.

Up to 6 guests142 m²BeachfrontDirect beach access2 King or King + Twin
Overwater
HoneymoonersFamilies

2 Bedroom Overwater Villa

Refined island living in 170 sqm of spacious comfort above the Indian Ocean. Wake up to panoramic sunrise views and direct lagoon access from terrace. Ideal for families, couples or small groups. Uninterrupted sea views and direct ocean access. AC, free WiFi, premium bedding, in-room safe.

Up to 6 guests170 m²Lagoon & oceanOverwater2 King or King + Twin
Most spacious
Families

3 Bedroom Beach Pool Villa

Refined beachfront living in 215 sqm across two levels. Ground floor open-plan living and dining area connecting to outdoor terrace with plunge pool and direct beach access. First floor master bedroom and second bedroom, each with king or twin beds and private balcony. Ground level third bedroom.

Up to 8 guests215 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access3 King or King + Twin combinations

Compare

Compare the villas

A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.

VillaViewPoolSizeAccessBest forRates
Garden VillaTropical garden48 m²IslandCouplesOn request
Beach VillaBeachfront48 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
1 Bedroom Beach House Garden ViewBeachfront72 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
1 Bedroom Beach House Sea ViewBeachfront72 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Overwater Villa Island ViewLagoon & ocean85 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Overwater Villa Sea ViewLagoon & ocean85 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
2 Bedroom Beach HouseBeachfront142 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
2 Bedroom Overwater VillaLagoon & ocean170 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
3 Bedroom Beach Pool VillaBeachfrontPrivate pool215 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request

Net B2B rates available on agent login.

Sustainability

Certifications

Independently certified — verified against the issuing body.

Plan your stay

Getting here & good to know

Getting here

Speedboat45min
Satellite view of Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG in Maldives
Satellite view
Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHG · South Malé Atoll

Good to know

House reef
Excellent
Check-in / out
14:00 → 12:00
Board
Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive
Children
Children welcome. Kids under 13 stay free in parents' room. Kids Stay & Eat Free — up to 2 children under 13 dine free from kids' menu with paying adults. Kandoo Kids Club available. PADI Bubblemaker for kids 8+.
Cancellation
Room cancellation subject to rate booked at time of reservation. Cancellation policy varies by rate. Check conditions at time of booking.
Languages
English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, Chinese, Spanish

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Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives by IHGroom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.

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