Kagi Maldives Resort & Spa
Kagi Maldives Resort & Spa
Fifty Villas · Every One With A Pool · North Malé Atoll
What Our Guests Say
Rated Travellers' Choice on TripAdvisor
Total relaxation
After going to the same island for many times decided to give Vilamendhoo a miss. So glad we did as this island is great the food the service is first class, the house reef is everywhere as good as Vila, the island is much smaller but you never get the feeling your on top of anyone infact you hardly see any other guests. Loved it so much we are returning in February
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Thanks Kagi!
We really enjoyed it at Kagi! This was our first Maldives, and we chose the hotel quite carefully - to have a separate small and natural island, to have a few people, away from the male (so that you can't hear the planes), to have your own reef, to have beautiful and new villas on the water with a swimming pool. It's all Kagi! The island is very small and guests are very few - there is no crowd feeling, there is always “air” and space. The hotel has good stable free internet, even you can work remotely without problems. The hotel itself is very beautiful: lots of wood, glazing, greenery. It's all right) The service is also very good - the rooms were always cleaned, drinking water was brought. Before the trip, they saw unflattering reviews of the food here - I want to refute them, well fed. Yes, it is not a Turkish all inclusive where there are 5,000 types of dishes to choose from, but it is also not Turkey, where 2,000 people come for breakfast, but a chamber resort. The food was delicious, always available meat, fish, chicken. Chefs are interested in cooking local or Indian dishes at lunch and dinner. Desserts are incredible!!!! I also want to note the home reef - it's very close, there were a lot of fish, sharks, turtles, ray! Thanks Kagi, that was great!
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Amazing food by the lovely head chef.
A Truly Memorable Stay at Kagi Maldives Our stay at Kagi Maldives was nothing short of exceptional. The resort is stunning, peaceful, and beautifully maintained, making it the perfect place to unwind. What made our experience truly unforgettable, however, was Chef Michael. As a vegetarian, I had specific dietary requirements, and he went above and beyond to accommodate them. Every meal was thoughtfully prepared with so much care, creativity, and warmth that we genuinely looked forward to each dining experience. He made us feel valued, not just as guests, but as people. His kindness and attention to detail transformed our stay into something very special. If it weren't for Chef Michael, our experience at Kagi wouldn't have been the same. We left with wonderful memories and are already looking forward to returning—not only for the breathtaking island but also for Chef Michael's delicious food and incredible hospitality. Highly recommended!
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House reef
5/5
Exceptional
Live coral within swimming distance of the beach, reliably good fish life, safe entry.
Among the best reefs within an hour of Male, and unusual for it. Two or three minutes of rubbly lagoon and you are over sandy floor studded with big coral outcrops running to a drop-off, with turtles most days, nurse sharks and mobula rays. Only a portion of the reef is open to snorkellers; the rest is current or boat lanes, and the team will show you where. Wear something on your feet, the shallow sections near the spa cut people. Overwater ladders are steep.
Getting there
Route
Speedboat
Journey
60 min, airport to island
Last arrival that works
02:00 (next morning)
The last transfer of the day leaves at 02:00, after midnight, so even a very late landing still reaches the island.
There is a second way in. Seaplane, then a short speedboat, about 20 min, for arrivals at Velana up to 15:00.
Shared speedboat, running late into the night, so an evening arrival still connects. Boats are scheduled rather than private, so allow a wait at Velana.
Transfer details last checked August 2026. We re-check yours against your actual ticket before we quote. See what your flight can reach →
Choose Your Villa
Fifty villas across three categories. Every one has its own pool and an outdoor bathroom.
Beach Pool Villa
Ten villas on the sand, with a deck and private pool facing the beach. The bathroom runs indoor to outdoor, with a rainfall shower and a deep tub open to the sky.
- Beachfront, direct sand access
- Private pool and expansive deck
- Indoor and outdoor bathroom with tub
- King bed · Nespresso · Bluetooth soundbar · Nightly turndown
Ocean Pool Villa
Twenty-two villas set over water along the reef edge, which makes this the category most guests actually book. Fish under the deck from the moment you wake up.
- Overwater, on the house reef
- Private pool and verandah
- Reef directly beneath the deck
- King bed · Nespresso · Bluetooth soundbar · Nightly turndown
Lagoon Pool Villa
Eighteen villas over the calmer lagoon water, with a private overwater terrace and pool. Quieter water than the reef side, and the choice we make for couples who want stillness.
- Overwater on the lagoon
- Private pool and overwater terrace
- Calmer water than the reef side
- King bed · Nespresso · Bluetooth soundbar · Nightly turndown
Where in the Maldives?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kagi Maldives? +
Kagi sits at the top of North Malé Atoll, 54 km from Velana International Airport. It is a one-island-one-resort property of about 42,000 square metres, with 691 metres of beach and a house reef that wraps the whole island.
How do I get there, and what happens if I land late? +
Two routes. A 60-minute speedboat, which runs from the airport until 02:00 and is the reason we send late-arriving clients here. Or a 15-minute seaplane plus a 3 to 5 minute boat, which is daylight only and needs an international arrival between 06:00 and 15:00. Send us your flight and we will tell you which route works.
How many villas are there, and do they all have pools? +
Fifty villas in three categories: 10 Beach Pool Villas, 22 Ocean Pool Villas and 18 Lagoon Pool Villas. Every one has its own private pool, plus an outdoor bathroom with a tub and rain shower. There is no category without a pool.
What is included in the Premium All-Inclusive package? +
A sunset cruise, a selection of premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and dine-around across the restaurants. In-villa dining is available 24 hours but is charged separately whatever plan you are on.
How many restaurants are open on a given night? +
Noo Faru serves breakfast, lunch and dinner every day. The two speciality restaurants alternate: Nonna, the Italian, opens Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and Ke-Un, the Pacific Rim kitchen, opens Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. So any single evening gives you Noo Faru plus one speciality, not a choice of four.
What is the house reef like? +
It runs 360 degrees around the island and starts at the beach, so you snorkel from the sand rather than taking a boat out. Turtles, rays and reef sharks are common. MSTS run the dive centre and offer nitrox and fluorescence night diving alongside beginner courses.
Can I bring children? +
Yes, Kagi welcomes guests of all ages. Be clear about what that means though: there is no kids' club, no children's pool and no dedicated family villa. It works for families whose children are happy in a pool and on a reef, and less well if you want somewhere to hand them over in the morning.
How do I book or check rates? +
Message us on WhatsApp or send an enquiry through this page. We come back within 24 hours with a full costing, both transfer routes priced separately so you can see the difference.
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