Couples
Beach Villa
Spacious beachfront villa with direct beach access, private terrace, and lush tropical garden views. Features an outdoor rain shower and king bed.
Up to 2 guestsBeachfrontDirect beach accessKing
Rates
On request
All Accommodations
SOUTH ARI ATOLL · MALDIVES
Resort
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
South Ari Atoll
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
- Bed & Breakfast
- Seaplane
- House reef · Excellent
Net B2B rates on agent login
The resort
About The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives sits on Machchafushi Island in South Ari Atoll and is reached by a seaplane transfer of about 25 minutes from Velana International Airport, operated by Trans Maldivian Airways. The property holds 112 villas across beach and overwater categories, with family configurations including bunk beds and some overwater options featuring plunge pools. The house reef is the island's stand-out feature and was recognised in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2025 as one of the best house reefs in the Maldives; snorkellers access the reef directly from the shore, and a shipwreck dive site lies just off the island. Dining rotates through international theme nights at the Reef restaurant and additional outlets across the resort, with meal plans from bed and breakfast through half board plus, all-inclusive and the enhanced Centara Gold All Inclusive. Spa Cenvaree delivers Thai-rooted treatments with Vichy hydrotherapy and hot and cold plunge pools. The resort is well-suited to honeymooners, families using connecting overwater villas, and reef-focused divers prioritising short transfers and a productive home reef inside a marine protected area.
Resort hotel
Why we love it
Why we love this resort
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives sits on Machchafushi Island in South Ari Atoll and is reached by a seaplane transfer of about 25 minutes from Velana International Airport, operated by Trans Maldivian Airways.
- House reef: Excellent
Best for
Divers & surfersHoneymoonersFamiliesWellness 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
Duplex Beach Villa
87 sq m two-storey villa opening directly onto the beach. Upper floor king bedroom, ground-floor living room, and expansive outdoor shower bathroom. Ideal for families or guests wanting extra space.
Up to 3 guests87 m²BeachfrontDirect beach accessKing
Rates
On request
Overwater
HoneymoonersCouples
Overwater Villa
An 86 sq m overwater retreat raised above Machchafushi's clear lagoon, finished in crisp all-white interiors lifted by tropical colour. A king bed anchors the room, while the bathroom pairs a deep soaking tub with a separate shower. The private sundeck steps straight down into the warm water for an unhurried morning swim.
Up to 2 guests86 m²LagoonOverwaterKing
Rates
On request
Overwater
HoneymoonersCouples
Deluxe Overwater Villa
93 sq m overwater villa with a private jacuzzi on the sundeck, direct lagoon access staircase, and elevated finishes throughout.
Up to 2 guests86 m²OceanOverwaterKing
Rates
On request
Most spacious
HoneymoonersFamilies
Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom
93 sq m family-friendly overwater villa with a child-safe sundeck, private jacuzzi, direct lagoon access, separate kids bedroom with bunk beds and PlayStation console.
Up to 4 guests93 m²Lagoon & oceanOverwaterKing + Bunk Beds
Rates
On request
Compare
Compare the villas
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
| Villa | View | Pool | Size | Access | Best for | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Villa | Beachfront | — | — | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Duplex Beach Villa | Beachfront | — | 87 m² | Beachfront | Couples | On request |
| Overwater Villa | Lagoon | — | 86 m² | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
| Deluxe Overwater Villa | Ocean | — | 86 m² | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
| Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom | Lagoon & ocean | — | 93 m² | Overwater | Honeymooners | On request |
Net B2B rates available on agent login.
Reef Restaurant
InternationalBuffet
The resort's all-day dining restaurant serving hearty international buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Features a live Teppanyaki grill station and ocean views.
Mare Azzurro
ItalianA La Carte
Romantic Italian restaurant set directly over the lagoon, specialising in freshly-prepared pizzas, prime cuts of meat and locally-caught seafood. Dinner only.
Suan Bua
ThaiA La Carte
Authentic Thai restaurant showcasing genuine Thai cuisine with a contemporary twist. Available for dinner; included in Half Board Plus and All Inclusive meal plans.
Plan your stay
Getting here & good to know
Getting here
Seaplane25 min
Satellite view
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives · South Ari Atoll
Good to know
- House reef
- Excellent
- Check-in / out
- 15:00 → 12:00
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast, Half Board Plus, All Inclusive, Centara Gold All Inclusive
- Children
- Children welcome. Family Overwater Villa available with kids bedroom, bunk beds and PlayStation.
Concierge
Ask our Maldives expert
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldivesroom 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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Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Parking
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
All-inclusive available
Airport shuttle
Hot tub
Spa
Fitness center
Bar
Where is The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives located?
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives is located in South Ari Atoll. Centara Grand Island, 00000, Maldives
Is The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives located on a private island?
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
What amenities does The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives offer?
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Parking, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Business center, Beach access and more.
What types of villas and rooms does The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives offer?
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers 5 accommodation categories, including Beach Villa, Duplex Beach Villa, Overwater Villa, Deluxe Overwater Villa, Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom. Of these, 3 sit over the water.
What are the dining options at The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives has 3 restaurants and bars, including Reef Restaurant, Mare Azzurro, Suan Bua. Cuisines span International, Italian, Thai.
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