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Kuramathi Island Resort
  
Kuramathi is located 56 kilometres west from the Male? International Airport. The island is over 1.8km long and has another kilometre or so of pristine sandbank stretching from the narrow tip of the island. Guest villas are scattered around lush gardens, facing secluded areas of long beaches or poised over water. Many areas of the island remain untouched, inviting guests to leisurely stroll along deserted beaches or through virgin vegetation.
Accomodation
With 290 villas in nine distinct styles, you are bound to find the perfect villa for you. All villa categories feature Maldivian style natural dÈcor and can accommodate a maximum of 3 adults or 2 adults and one child.
12 Garden Villas
These villas are simply designed and built in blocks of three, right on the beach with direct access to the
pristine blue waters. They provide for an affordable entry level room and feature a king sized bed, attached semi open-air bathroom, shower, hot and cold water, air conditioning, fan, hair dryer, bath and beach towels, bathrobes, ample-sized bathroom amenities, mini bar, in-room safe, IDD telephone, coffee/tea making facilities, flat screen TV with cable, and CD player.
71 Beach Villas
The Beach Villas are individual villas scattered around
the abundant vegetation on the island, only a few steps
away from the beach. In addition to the facilities of
Garden Villas, these villas feature king sized four-poster
beds, expansive wooden decks at the front featuring
inviting daybeds and sun loungers. The Beach Villas
also include semi open-air bathrooms with outdoor
rainfall shower.
36 Deluxe Beach Villas
The Deluxe Beach Villas are sited on a prime location at
the narrow tip of the island, their decks leading straight
into the azure waters. These villas offer open-air
bathrooms housing baths with shower, and outdoor
rainfall showers. They are also just a few minutes? walk
from the endless stretch of the snake-shaped sandbank
that is at the tip the island.
33 Beach Villas with Jacuzzi
Located amongst the natural gardens of the island,
facing the beach, the square-shaped wooden Beach
Villas with Jacuzzi are dedicated to couples celebrating
romance. The spacious bedrooms feature alluring
king-sized four poster beds and inviting daybeds, whilst
the roomy wooden decks outside provide sun loungers
for two. The bathroom is open-air and set amongst a
green garden featuring a large deck with sun beds,
allowing you to take in some sun in the privacy of your
own courtyard. A Jacuzzi in the corner tempts you to
cool off after basking in the sun.
35 Superior Beach Villas with
These villas are similar in style to the Beach Villas with
Jacuzzi but are round in shape and sited on some of the
best beachfront locations of the island, with just a few
steps of white sand separating you from the ocean.
31 Deluxe Beach Villas with Ja
The Deluxe Beach Villas with Jacuzzi dot the wide
beaches in the middle of the island. These villas feature
oversized wooden patios with sun loungers and daybeds,
and spacious bedrooms with king four poster beds, iPod
docking stations and espresso machines. The large
bathroom features bath, twin vanities, shower, and has a
vast outdoor area which includes a rainfall shower, sala
bed for two, sun loungers and a most tempting Jacuzzi
on an elevated platform.
20 Water Villas
The Water Villas are built on stilts and sit directly over
the lagoon. In addition to the amenities found in beach
rooms, the Water Villa features a rainfall shower that gives
access to a private deck which in turn lets you step
directly into the aquamarine waters. How much closer to
the water can you be?
50 Water Villas with Jacuzzi
These magnificent villas are also built on stilts, just a
few steps away from the house reef with its colourful
myriad of marine life. The villas feature airy bedrooms
with king beds offering views of the infinite Indian Ocean,
spacious bathrooms with twin vanities and rainfall
showers. In addition to the flat screen TVs with cable and
CD players found in all villas, these spacious nests also
feature espresso machines and provide docking stations
for your iPods. A large deck at the front houses your
Jacuzzi. A couple of steps down is your lower deck, with
sun loungers and sun umbrella - a wonderful addition
to this beautiful villa. Enjoy panoramic views and fiery
sunsets with a bubbly drink in hand, with your favourite
tunes playing the background.
2 Honeymoon Beach Villas
Designed for couples celebrating their honeymoon,
these large villas are one bedroom villas with a separate
living area. Bedrooms feature tempting four poster beds
whilst the living areas include inviting sofas and large
flat screen TVs, CD players, iPod docking stations and
espresso machines. The open-air bathroom is a private
sanctuary featuring twin vanities, shower, outdoor rainfall
shower, bath and a Jacuzzi for two, all nestled in your
own gardens.
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- Location: North MalÈ Atoll
- Distance from Airport: -
- Total No. of Rooms: 290 Rooms
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Resort Facilities & Recreations
Sports Centre
The Sports Centre provides an excellent opportunity
for you to keep fit whilst on holiday. It features a
fully equipped gymnasium with all modern fitness
equipment. The sports centre also includes a floodlit
tennis court, fresh water swimming pool, children?s
pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, and pool bar. A second fresh
water infinity-edged pool and gym are located near
Fung bar.
Diving
The abundant fish life and the colourful corals
set Maldives apart from other popular diving
destinations. On Kuramathi, you find two fully
equipped dive centres offering a wide range
of underwater adventures. Qualified multilingual
instructors guide and assist you, whether you are
already a seasoned diver or a novice. Participate
in a wide range of PADI certified diving courses or
join our daily dives exploring the amazing dive sites
around Kuramathi or within Rasdhoo Atoll.
Water Sports
Experience fun and adventure! Take part in a wide
range of non-motorised water sports including
windsurf, catamaran sailing, canoeing or glass
bottomed canoes. If you need something more
thrilling, try some of our motorised water sports
such as water ski, wake board or exhilarating
banana rides. The Water Sports centre also offers
a variety of excursions on a catamaran or aboard
a traditional Maldivian Dhoni or motorboat.
Excursions
A full range of excursions are available including
Island Hopping, Snorkelling Safari, Visit to Local
Island Rasdhoo, Sunset Cruise, Coral Romance and
Big Game Fishing. Kuramathi fully supports ?tag and
release? policies in Big Game Fishing. We are also one
of very few resorts which do not offer Night Fishing
as an excursion. We take pride in our decision and
our part to protect our pristine surroundings.
Kuramathi Spa
Indulge yourself and rejuvenate at Kuramathi Spa. Our skilled
therapists offer unique spa therapies to bring perfect balance
of your mind, body and spirit. Arrive at the spa early to
begin your journey with hot and cold water experiences. A
relaxation area and separate wet areas for men and women
are available, each featuring steam, sauna, icy plunge pool
and rainfall shower. Kuramathi spa offers both on land and
over water single and couples treatment rooms. Therapies
at the spa include couples massages including Balinese,
Thai and Ayurvedic, slimming and forming treatments, body
wraps, beauty treatments, decorative art including piercing
and henna tattoos, depilatory waxing, hair dressing and
facials.
Celebrate
The soft white beaches, the azure skies, and the endless turquoise
Indian Ocean twinkling in the bright sun? they are all beckoning
you, to come and celebrate your new-found romance or renew
your love for each other. You cannot ask for a more romantic
setting. Kuramathi offers different renewal of love packages to suit
your plans. From a simple service at the beach to an elegant one
at the island?s sandbank or a more traditional and elaborate setting
at the ?chapel of love? set over the lagoon. The choice is yours and
once it is made, the rest is left to the islanders of Kuramathi whilst
you relax and pamper yourselves in anticipation for the big day.
Bageecha & Children's Services
Bageecha is the local name for ?park or garden? and it is also the name of the kid?s club at Kuramathi. Open from 08.30hrs to 17:00hrs and from 19:00hrs to 22:00hrs, Bageecha offers age appropriate fun experiences to our younger guests. A wide range of outdoor and indoor activities are organised for kids of 3 to 12 years including many activities such as nature walks, treasure hunts, beach activities, as well as guided snorkeling and marine life education in conjunction with the resort Bio Station.
Located just a few minutes walk from the beach, over 300 sqm is dedicated to Bageecha, and it includes
two play rooms, a dining room and an outdoor playground. A professional team is on hand to ensure
that the little ones have a thoroughly enjoyable break, whilst allowing their parents to do the same. Every
evening, dinners for the children are hosted by the resident Animators. Dedicated evening entertainment
such as discos, games and movie nights are offered after dinner.
Our Environment
We strive to protect our environment and offer an enriched
experience for all our guests. Headed by our Resident Marine
Biologist, the Bio Station at Kuramathi was established in 1999.
Operating all year long, it plays a most important role in ensuring
guests are aware of the correct snorkelling do?s and don?ts,
leads guided snorkelling safaris and provides detailed information
about this fascinating underwater world through interesting
presentations. Additionally, the Bio Station conducts coral reef
research, monitors the sea water temperatures and maintains
a coral nursery. Specific marine education presentations are
done for children through Bageecha. The Bio Station also
conducts educational presentations for the local school on the
neighbouring island, Rasdhoo.
The Clinic
The clinic is the best equipped one in this area, and features the largest hyperbaric (decompression)
chamber in the Maldives. It is equipped to handle major diving accidents or other emergencies. In
addition to the hyperbaric chamber, the clinic also features modern diagnostic devices for carrying out
ECG, X-rays, blood analyses and audiometry. The clinic also includes a small ward with two beds. Two
German doctors, a Diving Medical Officer and a General Practitioner, are employed year round.
All Inclusive Packages
For ultimate relaxation, why not book your holiday on an all inclusive basis? You can leave your worries
and wallet behind and spend your holiday dedicated to each other. Kuramathi offers a Basic and a Select
All Inclusive Package.
Boutiques
Several boutiques are available on Kuramathi. If you ever feel the need to splurge or get some ?retail
therapy? our boutiques are conveniently located near the main reception and inlcude The Island Collection, Jewellery Shop, Photo Shop, Marine Shop and a Souvenir Shop, located near Dhoni Bar.
In addition to the above listed services, the following are also available:
- All major credit cards are accepted
- Foreign Currency Exchange
- Two Libraries offering books, DVDs and music CDs
Dining
Kuramathi offers you unlimited dining experiences from a variety of restaurants. Fine wines, cold beers
and cocktails are available, and many of the bars also offer exciting night-time entertainment.
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These three restaurants offer breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets. Breakfast
is continental with a live cooking station. Lunch is a light affair whilst themed
buffets from all around the world are offered for dinner.
Island Barbeque
Select high quality meats are cooked to your desires, complemented with
traditional barbeque side dishes and matured fine wines. Set right on the
beach, with views out to the sea, this chic restaurant also offers a selection
of island grown organic food.
Island Coffee Shop
Island Coffee Shop is an all day dining option featuring a diverse International
menu. Once a week, the Island Coffee Shop transforms itself into a Mongolian
Buffet.
The Reef
The Reef is our signature seafood restaurant offering guests fresh catch
from the Maldivian waters and quality seafood imported from abroad. Your
choice of dinner is prepared right in front of you, just the way you like it.
Tandoor Mahal
Experience traditional Tandoori cooking with some delicious curries, rice,
Biriyani and an assortment of Indian breads. Tandoor Mahal is open for
dinner every night and features a ?Discover Indian Food? buffet weekly, ideal
for both neophytes and enthusiasts alike.
Siam Garden
Savour the unique flavours of the four regions of Thailand. The menu
includes a wide variety of seafood, fish, vegetarian, beef and chicken dishes
as well as delicious Thai fresh fruits, desserts and Asian herbal green tea.
Siam Garden is open every evening for dinner and once a week hosts a
?Discover Thai Food? buffet.
Palm Court Pizzeria & Gelateria
Palm Court offers traditional Italian pizza with crispy thin crusts, a wide
selection of pastas and fresh salads, and for dessert, homemade ice cream,
both classical and tropical flavours. Come evening, the Palm Court offers a
contemporary menu of Mediterranean food, wine, culture and ?joie de vivre?.
Private Dining Experiences
To celebrate your anniversary or to toast to your new-found love, for the
ultimate romantic gesture or to even ask ?the question?, why not try the
island?s private dining experiences? It provides the perfect setting.
Bars & Evening Entertainment
At Kuramathi, the day is not over with the setting of the sun. Six bars around the island offer refreshing
drinks, day and night. Regular evening entertainment is available including nights of Karaoke and moonlit discos. If you prefer something mellow, spend an evening listening to the tunes of our two-piece band, or watch a favourite movie under the stars.
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