Malahini Kuda Bandos
- Breakfast
- Speedboat
- House reef · Excellent
Net B2B rates on agent login
- TransferSpeedboat
- Accommodation81 villas & rooms
- Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
- Dining4 restaurants & 2 bars
- House reefExcellent
The resort
About Malahini Kuda Bandos
Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort occupies the small private island of Kuda Bandos in North Malé Atoll, positioned roughly 15 to 20 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport. The resort has 82 rooms across several categories, including Classic, Deluxe, Superior and Garden rooms set within tropical vegetation, along with Beach Villas measuring around 40 square metres that feature direct beach access, king-size beds and private outdoor rain showers. The property is configured around the island's beaches and reef rather than overwater architecture, and no swimming pool is available on site. Dining is split between the Maaga buffet restaurant and The Bluu, with the beachfront Bar 75 handling drinks. Guests have access to the Alizé Spa, a gym and a watersports centre with PADI diving facilities, plus non-motorised options such as kayaks, paddleboards and windsurfing. The island's house reef is a core part of the experience, and the resort positions itself as an accessible choice for travellers who want a short transfer rather than a seaplane flight. The small footprint and natural vegetation give the island a lower-density feel than larger resorts in the same atoll.
Why we love it
Why we love this resort
- Former "picnic island" converted to resort; Thari Tree Top Restaurant — 17 feet above ground; Resident parrots and peacocks on island; Only 10 min from airport; Live music and DJs nightly
- House reef: Excellent
Best for
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.
Beachfront
3 guests · 100 m²
Sunrise Beach Pool Villa
Beachfront
3 guests · 250 m²
Sunset Beach Pool Suite
Beachfront
6 guests · 300 m²
Interconnecting Sunrise Beach Pool Villa
Most spaciousLagoon & ocean
2 guests
Lagoon Pool Villa
Overwater + poolCompare
Compare the villas
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
- ViewIsland & oceanBeachfront
- Size18 m²27 m²
- AccessIslandBeachfront
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
Thari Treetop Restaurant
Alize Spa
Alize Spa at Malahini Kuda Bandos is the resort's beachside wellness venue, with a spa menu built around massage, body care and relaxed island recovery. The official spa menu lists daily service from 09:00 to 20:00, with last appointments at 19:00, and sets out spa etiquette, bookings, arrival guidance and treatment facilities for guests looking to add a simple restorative ritual to a North Male Atoll stay.
- Massages
- Facials
- Body Treatments
20% off spa for direct bookings on selected packages
Scuba diving availableScuba Diving
Banana Reef and Kaafu Atoll dive sites nearby
House Reef Snorkelling
Excellent house reef minutes from the island
Water Skiing
Motorised water sports
Watersports (Non-Motorised)
Complimentary non-motorised watersports on selected packages
Fishing
Traditional Maldivian fishing excursion
Local Island Visit
Visit nearby local inhabited island
Malé City Tour
Visit capital city excursion
Live Music & DJ Nights
Nightly live music and DJ entertainment
Sunset Cruise
Romantic sunset cruise
Thari Treetop Breakfast
Exclusive breakfast 17 feet above ground — trees canopy
Library & Board Games
On-site library and board games for families
Sustainability
Ocean impact
Plan your stay
Getting here & good to know
Good to know
- House reef
- Excellent
- Board
- Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board, All Inclusive
- Children
- Children of all ages welcome. Special menu and board games for families. Cribs and extra beds available at extra charge. Pets not allowed.
- Cancellation
- Varies by accommodation type. Contact property minimum 72 hours before arrival with flight details.
- Languages
- English, Dhivehi
- Payment
- Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Concierge
Ask our Maldives expert
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Malahini Kuda Bandos room 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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Where is Malahini Kuda Bandos located?
Malahini Kuda Bandos is located in Kaafu Atoll (North Malé Atoll). Kuda Bandos Island, Kaafu Atoll, Republic of Maldives
Is Malahini Kuda Bandos located on a private island?
Malahini Kuda Bandos is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
What amenities does Malahini Kuda Bandos offer?
Malahini Kuda Bandos offers: Free Wi-Fi, Paid breakfast, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Beach access, Room service, Kid-friendly and more.
What types of villas and rooms does Malahini Kuda Bandos offer?
Malahini Kuda Bandos offers 7 accommodation categories, including Superior Room, Deluxe Room, Beach Villa, Sunrise Beach Pool Villa, Sunset Beach Pool Suite, Interconnecting Sunrise Beach Pool Villa and more. Of these, 1 sit over the water and 4 have a private pool.
What are the dining options at Malahini Kuda Bandos?
Malahini Kuda Bandos has 5 restaurants and bars, including Maaga Restaurant, Bluu, Kuredhi, Thari Treetop Restaurant, Beach Bar. Cuisines span International, Mediterranean, Italian, International, Cocktails, Beverages, Light Bites.
Does Malahini Kuda Bandos have a spa?
Yes — Malahini Kuda Bandos features Alize Spa, with signature treatments such as Massages, Facials, Body Treatments.
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