Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Maldives offers luxurious island hospitality in extreme comforts and is only 30 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport.
Baa Atoll is home to an abundance of coral reefs and aquatic life, making it a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve rich with underwater beauty. At this resort in its southerly corner lies its own private island where guests can experience weekly cinema experiences on the beach as well as castaway picnics and dolphin-spotting cruises.
Rooms
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu offers eco-tourism vacationers an unforgettable paradise experience in Baa Atoll’s southern tip, an area designated by UNESCO as both Biosphere Reserve and marine wildlife hotspot. Situated on a private island within this paradise-like setting are wide white sandy beaches accompanied by thick tropical vegetation and an expansive azure lagoon – everything they could want from their dream holiday! This 5-star resort lies within its stunning setting of wide stretches of white sand beachfrontfront luxury.
These 98 thatch-roofed villas can either be found near the beach, or perched above it on stilts. Their spacious yet simple designs feature terra-cotta floor tiles, whitewashed walls, wooden or wicker furnishings and an outdoor bathroom; some offer plunge pools; Lagoon Villas offer direct access to the water from their private decks.
Cowrie Restaurant provides a la carte meals three days each week (for an extra charge or included in AI). In addition, Cornus and Conch Bar provide light snacks and beverages – Conch Bar being the ideal place for watching sunset with a Coco Colada in hand!
At this resort, guests can enjoy activities like a spa, jetty and tennis court on-site. A selection of excursions such as island trips and scenic sunset cruises are also offered for an additional fee; guests may also snorkel around offshore coral reefs and book special experiences such as romantic dinners on private beaches – depending on the season you may even spot manta rays, whale sharks or sea turtles nearby dive spots!
Restaurants
Dhuni Kolhu lies at the southernmost end of Baa Atoll, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. The island provides the ideal hideaway with powdery white beaches, lush tropical forest in the center and turquoise lagoons – everything that defines Maldives at its core! Opened as part of Coco Collection back in 2010, Dhuni Kolhu blends top-of-the-line luxury with respect for nature – truly creating an experience which nourishes body and soul alike.
An affordable 30-minute scenic seaplane flight from Male Airport brings guests directly to this 98-room property. As with other resort islands, guests will easily navigate between restaurants, spas and sports courts via shaded pathways that wind their way through lush jungle interior.
Dining highlights in Maldives include Cowrie, an atmospheric venue built in traditional Maldivian pavilion style that serves buffet-style International cuisine, Cornus (a more intimate option that serves a la carte Thai cuisine three nights each week), and Conch Bar for snacks, afternoon tea, cocktails with sea view views and more.
This resort stands out with a combination of on-site activities, captivating marine life, and above-average dining options, placing it firmly within the upper middle price range for Maldives resorts. As an excellent alternative to Adaaran Select Hudhuranfushi or Kuredu Island Resort it can make an excellent alternative.
Bars
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu Resort lies on a private island located within Baa Atoll, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve teeming with coral reefs and marine life. Just 30 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport, this breathtaking resort provides guests with breathtaking bird’s-eye views of its turquoise lagoons that surround this stunning atoll.
The 98 rooms both on the beach and over water are elegantly simple, featuring thatched roofs and rustic terra-cotta tiles, complete with thatched roofs for thatched roofing and rustic terra-cotta tiles for walls. Scattered among trees in carefully planned tranquility are rooms featuring thatched roofs topped by rustic terra-cotta tiles; hidden among tropical flowers, tropical ferns and vines or elevated on stilts overlooking turquoise lagoon waters are beach villas offering private decks, four poster beds as well as open air garden bathrooms while lagoon villas boast lavish touches like Jacuzzi baths overlooking turquoise lagoon waters with private plunge pools on sundecks with luxurious furnishings throughout opulent furnishings to complement these luxurious furnishings.
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu offers more than just spa treatments – they also feature an Edible Spa Juice Bar serving drinks made with healthful ingredients such as coconut water, antioxidant-rich kiwi and mango juices, and bananas which contain high concentrations of nutrients. These refreshing treats complement both face and body treatments offered at their spa.
This resort focuses on conserving and protecting the region’s natural beauty and takes an active role in various environmental initiatives. Guests can help protect coral reefs by joining one of their daily guided snorkeling expeditions or book a boat trip to explore nearby islands and wildlife. A dive center also offers diving trips and there’s even a gym, tennis court and recreation centre available for guests’ use!
Activities
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu’s 98 villas, situated among palm trees on the beach or perched above water with spectacular views, offer spacious yet simple retreats with traditional thatched roofs and open-air garden bathrooms for authentic Maldivian touches.
Half-mile from tip to tip, this private island resort hosts two restaurants, spa services and sports grounds, with access to its tropical interior via shaded pathways that meander through dense foliage. This gives it an air of seclusion while still offering quick access to stunning reefs defining Maldives as a UNESCO biosphere reserve.
While there’s plenty to do on the resort, its primary goal is escaping everyday stressors; seaplane rides from Male are a fantastic way to feel truly isolated. Additionally, Embudhoo Island – home to an isolated hut featuring sunset drinks – can also provide even greater peace and solitude for visitors to this resort.
At the resort, Coco Spa should also be visited. This tranquil space features five treatment rooms offering Indonesian, Thai and Ayurvedic-inspired treatments in five rooms – its signature ‘Spice Bath’ helps remove impurities from skin while its Journey to Maldives treatments target deep muscle tension relief. You can even choose among various pampering facial treatments using only edible ingredients!
Spa
Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu can be found at Baa Atoll, an UNESCO Biosphere Reserve rich with marine life, on a private island. A 30-minute seaplane ride away from Male Airport, its 98 spacious rooms may lack TVs and Wi-Fi connections but are still above-average for this price range. In addition to offering thrilling excursions and unparalleled snorkeling opportunities.
At Coco Spa, you can experience an array of spa treatments utilizing natural, plant-based ingredients. Their signature services include the Spice Bath to ease impurities from your body and massage using mango, coconut and cocoa powder – or try their “Journey to the Maldives” service, which combines Indonesian, Thai and Ayurvedic techniques!
Coco Palm offers a small fitness center and tennis court, in addition to free use of kayaks, catamarans, windsurf boards, floats and snorkeling equipment. Indulge in destination dining experiences like champagne breakfast in an herb garden or barbeque dinner under a beach pergola!
This eco-friendly resort strives to reduce waste and energy. They’ve invested in a chef garden so as to grow herbs, fruits and vegetables without imports from outside, plus have their own water bottling plant and recycling program as well as reuse glass bottles. Furthermore, in response to coronavirus pandemic outbreak, safety and hygiene measures have been put in place for their employees and guests.