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COMO Cocoa Island

Makunufushi, Maldives

An intimate private island among South Malé's coral atolls

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Property Overview

COMO Cocoa Island, known locally as Makunufushi, was COMO's first private island resort in the Maldives. Set among South Malé's coral atolls, the island is just a forty-minute speedboat transfer from the international airport in Malé. The resort features an impressive house reef and elegant individual villas reached by wooden walkways. Ufaa, the on-site restaurant, serves authentic Mediterranean and Indian cuisine, while COMO Shambhala Retreat offers holistic wellness treatments, a hydrotherapy pool, and a Pilates studio. With crystal-clear lagoons and soft sandbanks, COMO Cocoa Island is known for having one of the best beaches in the Maldives.

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SmartFlyer Exclusives

  • Upgrade on arrival
  • Complimentary Half Board daily (rates are inclusive of half board which includes breakfast and choice of lunch or dinner)
  • US$100 equivalent Resort/Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early check-in/late check-out
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi

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Agent Tips

  • Three house reefs offer some of the Maldives' best snorkeling, with turtles, eagle rays, and clown fishes.
Accommodations

Overwater suites arcing above a crystal-clear lagoon.

COMO Cocoa Island features just thirty-three overwater suites and villas, giving the island an intimate, private feel. Each comes with its own private terrace for slipping into the warm Maldivian sea right from your room, and offers direct water access and panoramic views of the horizon. The design is unlike anything else in the Maldives - uniquely inspired by dhoni boats, the gently curving wooden vessels used by local fishermen, the rooms arc out from the island itself, connected by simple wooden walkways built above the shallow lagoon. Interiors are dominated by whites and blues, with subtle nods to the local, rustic aesthetic.
Pool + Gym

An infinity-edge pool overlooking the Indian Ocean

The island is home to a eighty-two-foot infinity-edge swimming pool, with gorgeous views over the ocean. The resort also features a hydrotherapy pool. And of course, don't forget to swim in the expanse of beautiful crystal-clear water that surrounds the resort, never more than a few steps away.

COMO Shambhala Retreat makes it easy to stay active on holiday, with a well-equipped gym, an open-air yoga pavilion offering twice-daily complimentary classes, a Pilates studio with private sessions, and a hydrotherapy pool for winding down afterwards.
Spa

Restorative treatments overlooking the lagoon.

Tucked away on the island, the tranquil COMO Shambhala Retreat feels like a world of its own. Treatment rooms look out over the lagoon and lush surrounding foliage, setting the tone for a deeply restorative visit. The retreat is home to one of the only hydrotherapy pools in the Maldives, where high-pressure jets work their magic - a safe and powerful therapy and the perfect way to round out a day on the island.
Restaurant + Bar

A restaurant worth the journey.

Ufaa is the island's sole restaurant, serving all meals with the option to dine indoors or alfresco. The menu blends South Indian favorites with Asian and Mediterranean classics, and themed dinner nights - from seafood to Indian and everything in between - take place three times a week. For those looking for something lighter, the COMO Shambhala kitchen incorporates organic ingredients into every dish.

Faru Bar is an easygoing poolside spot with direct beach access. The bartenders craft cocktails and mocktails to suit every taste, alongside a menu of fine wines, classic cigars, and light snacks.
  • Vibe
    Barefoot, tranquil, and perfectly understated.
  • Who's it for?
    We love COMO Cocoa Island for couples and wellness enthusiasts looking to unwind somewhere truly remote. It's also a beautiful setting for milestone celebrations, such as honeymoons, birthdays, anniversaries, or intimate weddings right on the water.
  • Location
    Getting to COMO Cocoa Island is part of the experience - you'll need to take a thirty-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport across the turquoise waters of the South Malé Atoll to reach the island.

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