The Centara Collection, Machchafushi Island Resort & Spa Maldives
About this accommodation
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.
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Beach Villa
BeachSpacious beachfront villa with direct beach access, private terrace, and lush tropical garden views. Features an outdoor rain shower and king bed.
Duplex Beach Villa
Beach87 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.
Overwater Villa
OverwaterElegant 93 sq m villa perched over the turquoise lagoon with a private sundeck, direct staircase to the ocean, and stunning panoramic water views.
Deluxe Overwater Villa
Overwater93 sq m overwater villa with a private jacuzzi on the sundeck, direct lagoon access staircase, and elevated finishes throughout.
Family Overwater Villa with Kids Bedroom
Overwater93 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.
Reef Restaurant
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
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
Authentic Thai restaurant showcasing genuine Thai cuisine with a contemporary twist. Available for dinner; included in Half Board Plus and All Inclusive meal plans.
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.
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Property Info
Check-in: 15:00 · Check-out: 12:00
Children welcome. Family Overwater Villa available with kids bedroom, bunk beds and PlayStation.
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