COMO Cocoa Island, Maldives

Private Island Resort · South Malé Atoll · 40 min from Malé Airport

An Island Like No Other

COMO Cocoa Island — where the Indian Ocean meets effortless luxury

Overwater Villas

33 dhoni-inspired villas perched above a turquoise lagoon

COMO Shambhala

Holistic wellness, yoga, hydrotherapy & healing therapies

Marine Adventures

World-class diving, snorkelling, coral propagation & more

Ufaa Restaurant

Mediterranean & local cuisine with COMO Shambhala healthy dining

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Based on 2,017 reviews

Travellers' Choice 2026
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What Our Guests Say

Rated Travellers' Choice on TripAdvisor

Paradise in the Maldives

I stayed at this splendid property about 30 minutes by speedboat from Malé, and having been to the Maldives 15 times, this resort is at the top of my favorites... everything was perfect!! Super new property, beautiful room, high-level à la carte restaurant, super kind and helpful staff, perfect cleanliness, wonderful lagoons. I hope to return soon.

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sabrine123Italy
July 2026Couples Verified

Unforgettable diving!

This was my second visit, and this hotel is so perfect! Especially once again it was an unforgettable diving experience. We saw eagle rays, sharks, many sea turtles, Napoleon wrasse, stingrays, and dogtooth tuna, while countless colorful tropical fish decorated the reefs. Not only were the dive instructors highly professional and kind, but the boat crew was also incredibly kind and attentive. In my opinion, this resort offers the best collection of dive sites I have experienced.

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Hana H
July 2026Couples Verified

One in a million

Our 3rd time to Cocoa Island and wow this place is so special. The short boat ride from the airport and you arrive in paradise! Definition of understated luxury. Water villas are fantastic — windows on all walls give you fantastic views. The main thing that makes Cocoa Island is the staff. All were just brilliant, from our butler, bar and restaurant staff, housekeeping and the dive staff. Insider tip: Just book it!!

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RichardHong Kong, China
July 2026Family Verified

Cocoa Island of our dreams!!

We've been to 4 COMOs in the span of the last 3 months. Cocoa Island has been the most incredible experience. The staff. The food. The beach. The massages. Truly everything. Thank you Cocoa Island and thank you Muru for such a genuine and personalized butler service. It was a joy to see you every morning and to receive your kindness.

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Benjamin L
July 2026Couples Verified
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
COMO Cocoa Island, South Malé Atoll — overwater villa exterior
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COMO Cocoa Island

₹ 355,100
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Double occupancy, breakfast and one three-course meal daily, return shared speedboat transfers, service charge, taxes and green tax included · valid until 19 Dec 2026

Cocoa Island is a 40-minute speedboat from the airport, and the boat runs around the clock, so a late arrival from India costs you nothing. Three nights in a Dhoni Water Villa is ₹318,000 for two, all in from Malé.

The rate is breakfast plus a three-course lunch or dinner each day, your choice of which, with return transfers, a 60-minute COMO Shambhala massage and one beach dinner under the stars inside it. Bookable to 19 December 2026.

What this actually costs

Pick a villa and a package above and the figure is the whole stay for two adults: the villa, the meal plan, return shared speedboat transfers, green tax and every other tax. International flights are not in it. Four, five and six nights price off the extra-night rate.

  • Travel before 30 September. The entry villa is about ₹60,000 cheaper than the same stay from October. The saving shrinks as you move up the range: only about ₹21,000 on the One Bedroom Villa with Pool.
  • If you want a loft, book the later window. The step from the Dhoni Water Villa to the Loft Water Villa is ₹37,100 between May and September, and only ₹17,300 from October. The upgrade costs less than half as much in the shoulder season.
  • Full board is USD 360 per stay for two, or USD 120 a night, about ₹37,000 across three nights. It is not sold for children.

Honeymoon and anniversary amenities stack with this rate, which most India packages do not allow. Tell us you are celebrating at the time of booking and we will have both attached.

Who this isn’t for

Families who need connecting rooms or a kids’ club. Cocoa Island is small, quiet and built around couples and wellness. Maximum occupancy is four, using one extra bed and one day bed, and there is no category designed for a family beyond that.

Every villa here stands over the water, so if you want to step off your deck onto sand this is the wrong island. Only the One Bedroom Villa with Pool has a private pool. The surf crowd arrives roughly March to October, which some couples enjoy and some very much do not.

Before you book

  • An infant under two travels free, with no speedboat charge and no green tax. A child aged 2 to 11.99 sharing with parents takes the same meal plan, on the children’s menu.
  • The reef is swimmable straight from your own steps rather than by boat, which is the main reason snorkellers pick this island over its neighbours.
  • Full payment must reach the resort at least 14 days before arrival.
  • Cancellation. 50% of the rate between 14 and 8 days before arrival, 100% within 7 days. Late arrivals, no-shows and early departures are charged in full, without exception.

Tell us your dates and your villa and we will come back with a transfer-inclusive costing, and confirm the rate is still open on your dates before you commit to anything. Message our Maldives specialists on WhatsApp or send us an enquiry. We reply within 24 hours.

House reef 4/5 StrongProvisional

Worth choosing the resort for. One or two caveats on entry point or current.

This score comes from our own records and has not yet been through the full review, so we have not written it up. Ask us and we will tell you what we know about this reef.

How we score house reefs, and every island ranked →

Getting there

Route Speedboat
Journey 40 min, airport to island
Last arrival that works Any time

Transfers run around the clock, so a late landing does not cost you a night in Malé.

Shared speedboat, running day and night, so any arrival time 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

Every villa is suspended above the Indian Ocean.

Dhoni Water Villa

Shaped like a traditional Maldivian dhoni fishing boat, these split-level villas make you feel like you're floating on the ocean. The generous living room is a calming space to relax, while the overwater private terrace has a staircase that leads to the lagoon's warm waters.
  • 75 sq m / 807 sq ft
  • Split-level overwater villa
  • Private terrace with lagoon staircase
  • Generous living room · COMO Shambhala bath amenities · Air conditioning & ceiling fan · IPTV (55-inch LED TV) · Nespresso machine & minibar · Wi-Fi throughout
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Dhoni Loft Water Villa

Shaped like a traditional dhoni fishing boat, our Dhoni Loft Water Villas have an expansive lower level living area and a master bedroom on the mezzanine, making them great for families. The design brings the outside space in, with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water, and a private terrace touching the ocean.
  • 110 sq m / 1,184 sq ft
  • Split-level with mezzanine master bedroom
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows
  • Private overwater terrace · Ideal for families · COMO Shambhala bath amenities · Air conditioning & ceiling fan · IPTV (55-inch LED TV) · Nespresso machine & minibar · Wi-Fi throughout
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Loft Water Villa

In these villas, the horizon feels like it extends forever as you look out from your private sundeck or watch the ocean roll past the floor-to-ceiling windows. The elevated loft features a king-sized en suite master bedroom, while the lower deck's large and airy sitting area doubles up as a sleeping space for families. There is also a secluded outdoor rain shower with steps directly into the ocean.
  • 123 sq m / 1,324 sq ft
  • Elevated loft with king-sized master bedroom
  • Floor-to-ceiling ocean-view windows
  • Private sundeck · Outdoor rain shower with ocean steps · Lower deck family sleeping area · COMO Shambhala bath amenities · Air conditioning & ceiling fan · IPTV (55-inch LED TV) · Nespresso machine & minibar · Wi-Fi throughout
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One Bedroom Villa with Pool

The pinnacle of overwater living at COMO Cocoa Island. This spacious villa features a private infinity-edge plunge pool on the deck, a generous bedroom with panoramic lagoon views, and full butler service. Ideal for couples seeking the ultimate in privacy and indulgence.
  • Overwater villa with private plunge pool
  • Panoramic lagoon & ocean views
  • Full butler service included
  • King-sized bedroom · Outdoor deck with sun loungers · COMO Shambhala bath amenities · Air conditioning & ceiling fan · IPTV (55-inch LED TV) · Nespresso machine & minibar · Wi-Fi throughout
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Where in the Maldives

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get to COMO Cocoa Island? +
COMO Cocoa Island is located in South Malé Atoll, Maldives. It is just a 40-minute speedboat transfer from Malé International Airport (MLE) — no seaplane required. Transfers are arranged by the resort.
What villa categories are available? +
The resort offers four overwater villa categories: Dhoni Water Villa (75 sqm), Dhoni Loft Water Villa (110 sqm), Loft Water Villa (123 sqm), and One Bedroom Villa with Pool. All villas are built on stilts above the lagoon, inspired by the traditional Maldivian dhoni fishing boat.
What is included in the stay? +
All stays include daily housekeeping, complimentary Wi-Fi, COMO Shambhala bath amenities, Nespresso machine, minibar, IPTV, and access to the resort's fitness and wellness facilities. Half-board and full-board meal plans are available. Butler service is included for One Bedroom Villa with Pool and above.
What dining options are available? +
The resort features Ufaa Restaurant (open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, serving Mediterranean and local cuisine with COMO Shambhala healthy options), Faru Bar (open from 10am until late, serving cocktails, mocktails, wines and light snacks), and in-room dining available from 7:00am to 10:00pm.
What wellness facilities does the resort offer? +
COMO Cocoa Island is home to the COMO Shambhala Retreat, featuring three double and one single massage pavilions, an open-air yoga pavilion with ocean views, a gym, hydrotherapy pool, steam room, and a Pilates studio with Cadillac-Reformer machine. Complimentary yoga, pranayama, meditation, and Pilates classes are offered six days a week.
What water sports and activities are available? +
The Marine Sports Centre offers snorkelling, catamaran sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and COMO Yacht Charter. The resort has access to some of the world's best dive sites. Guided excursions include sunset fishing, turtle snorkelling, night snorkelling, UV night snorkelling, shark adventure trips, reef explorer boat trips, and private sandbank picnics.
Is COMO Cocoa Island suitable for families? +
Yes. The Dhoni Loft Water Villa and Loft Water Villa are particularly well-suited for families, with flexible sleeping arrangements. Babysitting is available on request, and the resort's marine activities and coral propagation programmes are popular with children.
What sustainability initiatives does the resort have? +
COMO Cocoa Island is committed to marine conservation through coral propagation, monitoring and stewardship. The resort partners with secondary schools on neighbouring islands Maafushi and Guraidhoo for education and vocational training. It also bottles its own water in reusable glass bottles, exceeding WHO potability standards.
How do I enquire about rates and availability? +
Please contact us via WhatsApp at +91 98112 03263 or email us directly. Our team will provide personalised rates, availability, and package recommendations for your preferred travel dates and villa category.
What awards has COMO Cocoa Island received? +
The resort has received numerous accolades including World Travel Awards 2024 — Indian Ocean's Leading Boutique Resort, Condé Nast Traveller Readers' Choice Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean (2023), and Travel + Leisure World's Best — Most Outrageous Villas in the Maldives, 1st Place (2023).

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