Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives
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Surrounded by the blue ocean of the South Ari Atoll, and distinctive with its timbered walkways and colonial-style buildings, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives is a barefoot paradise with a palm-fringed beach and shimmering lagoon that offers the perfect island holiday for everyone. With 112 spacious villas set over-water, and suites blending harmoniously with the natural setting, the island has a wealth of activities and superb facilities that makes this an ideal hideaway for couples and honeymooners, or a fun-filled destination for families. The over-water villas enjoy their own sundeck with steps down to the multihued coral reefs. Special villas for families have bunk beds in a children’s area, and you can also enjoy the option of an overwater villa with plunge pool. Champagne breakfasts are served at Reef Restaurant. Lunches and dinners are to be enjoyed at Azurri Mare Italian Restaurant, Suan Bua Thai restaurant or Reef Restaurant. There are two bars on the island. The island offers activities at the age-specific kids’ clubs, water activities like banana boat and tube rides, water sports, and pool games by the children’s pool. There are exceptional opportunities to discover the exotic life of Maldives underwater, with a house reef that is a kaleidoscope of colour for snorkellers, a shipwreck dive site just off the island, and easy access to some of the most famous dive sites in the world.
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Property amenities
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pool
Fitness Center with Gym / Workout Room
Bar / lounge
Beach
Canoeing
Babysitting
Indoor play area for children
Wifi
Hot tub
Pool / beach towels
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Fitness / spa locker rooms
Fitness classes
Restaurant
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Poolside bar
Diving
Snorkeling
Tennis court
Billiards
Entertainment staff
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Table tennis
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Kids club
Airport transportation
Spa
Couples massage
Facial treatments
Foot massage
Full body massage
Head massage
Massage
24-hour security
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Currency exchange
Gift shop
Shops
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun umbrellas
Dry cleaning
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Air conditioning
Private beach
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Minibar
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Private balcony
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Terrific experience overall. Great service specially by Swapnil and his team. Weather was pretty nice. Loved the overall experience. Great specially for couples looking to go for their honeymoon in the Maldives.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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My wife and I picked Maldives for our honeymoon, and went Centara for 5 nights. It was honestly the experience of a lifetime. From arrival to departure, we were taken care of very well. We selected the deluxe over water bungalow with the pool overlooking the sunset, but on arrival, the manager graciously upgraded us to their beach villa suite, which was very nice of them. The also decorated our bed for arrival and departure. The ocean was may be 30 feet from the villa, and we woke up to incredible views every morning. This was how God intended Maldives to be experienced! We did the all inclusive package, which I recommended, because it’s the best value for your money, and also includes the drinks for the bars. The food and drinks are very good and they have something for every pallet, give or take. The resort also have a lot of activities you can do in the island such as the spa, and water sports. We tried to do at least one thing every day until we left. Definitely, checkout their spa! They have Wi-Fi throughout the whole resort. Although it’s a little weak, it gets the job done. The resort also has an app where you can directly message the concierge and make various request which I found pretty great. Speaking of, the staff there were incredibly friendly and I met some great people there. Overall we had a marvelous experience, and I would 10/10 recommend this place. We will definitely go back again. …
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded 2 days ago
Dear Ananda Chowdhury, Thank you for choosing to stay with us and truly appreciate you sharing your review on TripAdvisor. We are happy to read that you had a relaxing vacation in our resort. Centara Grand is an oasis of Thai and Maldivian culture that offers inspiring experiences and a unique island lifestyle, and we take great pride in our heavenly paradise. We are glad that the staff provided you with great service, your sentiments are kindly shared with our team. We are looking forward to welcoming you back again soon. Stay safe and wishing you a great year ahead. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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This is our second visit at centara grand at Maldives. The reason behind to return back to this island was the food. But they disappoint us! This visits they never recognized us as a repeater, no special treatment. The food quality and the verity at main restaurant is very average. There was nothing to eat at breakfast too. At the Italian restaurant food quality is very bad now…….. Last year we found a larger selection of food and all restaurant chefs made something special every day to surprised us. No more coming back !
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
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Responded 5 days ago
Dear Karishma, Greetings from Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Thank you very much for giving us your feedback following your stay. Our team is indeed disappointed and at the same time surprised to read your comments. As we take any incidents of alleged service failure and food quality extremely serious, we have immediately brought this matter to the attention of our Management who has since conducted an investigation and as per our records no such concerns were raised during this period of time. It is also regrettable that we were not made aware of your concerns at the time in which case our team could have been of assistance and for us to initiate a service recovery accordingly. Our Reef restaurant do have various option of food. Maldives furthermore is in Asia, plus our company is of Thai origin, hence the strong Asian element, however with that said we still cater to a vast range of nationalities with regards to food options and the Chefs are always on hand to assist with specific needs. Perhaps the day you visited our buffet the dishes were more focused on other dishes outside of your liking. Plus, as you shared our one restaurant is an Italian restaurant which has over 50 choices on the inclusive menu. It saddens our Chefs that you had a poor impression of the food quality, as our Azzuri Mare dining experience has received several wonderful reviews and generous appreciation. With all said, on the food element, we offer 4 restaurants as a choice and have about 30 plus Chefs, so we recommend if any preferences or cravings to simply speak with us as the team remain super flexible to assist our guests. We understand your disappointment and we truly apologize for any unintended flaws. It’s important to us that our customers are more than satisfied and we would like the opportunity to resolve this issue immediately. If you give us a chance, we intent on making this right and hope you will allow us to speak with you to discuss the situation. Please reach out to us directly at cirm@chr.co.th or qtycirm@chr.co.th at your earliest convenience. We are all looking forward for your 3rd visit. Until then, stay safe and healthy. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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Pros: The stay was superb! The overwater villa is the best choice, you can wake up watch the sunrise and swim. The food I guess to be in Maldives is good, quite pricey but that's everywhere. All the staff was welcoming and warm, always smiling and saying hi. Thank you all to take care of me. Cons: Just few suggestions, which are only for the improvement of the place itself: - At the breakfast I would have liked to have more options for the people like me who doesn't eat meat, but are not vegetarian. I guess since mostly of the crowd is Indian or Chinese they have more options for them, but I don't fancy Indian food or spicy food in general. Even mushrooms I found them spicy with a lot of black pepper. I would have liked to find some smoked salmon (which is very common in hotels for breakfast) and there was not. Even at the Chinese part, some shrimps xiao mai or gyoza, which also are very common. There was some choice like tuna one day or some seafood noodles, but it's really not for breakfast. - Don't allow kids to be by themselves. I found this very weird that there were a bunch of kids without parents at the swimming pool everyday. It's very dangerous for them and guests who wants to relax find it annoying. The parents just "park" them there to go and relax and other poor guests need to deal with it. I hope you will take this in a constructive way ❤️…
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled solo
Room Tip: Take full board or half board cause a la carte menu is little pricey.
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Responded 5 days ago
Dear AlessandraFa, Greetings from beautiful Maldives! Thank you for taking the time to share such a lovely review and for making Centara Grand your destination of choice on your recent trip to the Maldives. We are honored that you have chosen to spend a momentous occasion with us, and we hope to be your preferred choice for many more to come. We’ve seen your comments and really appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the food options and the kids without parent's supervision at the swimming pool area. We've discussed your concerns with the Management team and will seek necessary improvements moving forward. We look forward to welcoming you back to our little slice of paradise soon. In the meantime, stay safe and take care back home in Italy. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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Posting this abit late but a place worth of a review and mention had a lovely gateway to this paradise , had a day o two of rain but can’t fault the place staff especially the guy from reception nabeel went above n beyound to make our stay memorable so friendly n service orientated recreation boys at gym were great too so as spa staff .. resort manager always checking on guests which is good to see.plenty of dinning venues to choose from Thai Italian and all day restaurant water sports would been even better if you had a jetski I think this is a popular water sport activity generally I would recommend whaleshark snorkeling a must do if u visit !! Sunsets are so beautiful on delux over water villas will pool. I hope I will get an opportunity to visit again in near future.
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 5 days ago
Dear Zahra S, Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your experience at Centara Grand Maldives, and especially for being a guest to our resort. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us. We take it to heart and continuously make changes to our brand to improve the guest experience. We hope that you have taken some amazing experiences and everlasting memories from this beautiful island and thank you for mentioning our colleagues including our Resort Manager, Nabil from the Reception, our Spa and Recreation team for all their friendly services throughout your stay. On another note, we have noted on your comments regarding the jet skis. As our resort is located in a shallow lagoon, hence we do not provide the facility of jet skis as our internal assessment have concluded that jet skis are contributing to the destruction of corals reefs and several marine life species in our area because of the engine oil from the machines seeping into the water, and also from the metal propeller blades of the jet skis. Therefore, we also would like to sincerely apologise for any shortcomings you have experienced with regards to this facility. Anyhow, we hope that you've enjoyed our Centara touch and wishing you a successful and great year ahead and hope to see you again soon. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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The resort is excellent. Well maintained. But the staff are not so good mainly at the reception. It a very big property but have only two buggy. Waiting for the buggy takes long time. We had been with our parents and our child. It was a tuff time for us. The food is average. In our group few are vegetarian and few are non vegetarian they don’t even bother to ask about it and packed Chicken for everyone for take away during our travel. After our request the provided fried rice for the baby. The staff in the Reef restaurant were good. But the people sitting at the reception where not friendly at all. Please think before you book your holiday destination.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Paradise11097960382, Greetings from Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Your feedback with regard to the buggy service has been noted and we wish to inform you that we are currently undertaking a full time and motion study on our buggy service so as to resolve the waiting time and find a solution that benefits everyone whilst ensuring we also keep safety as our highest priority given the number of bicycles and pedestrians that also use our roads. On another note, we're terribly sorry to hear that you had a negative experience on the food quality at Reef Restaurant that didn’t meet your expectations especially for vegetarian guests. We strive to provide only the best-quality food to our valuable customers based on an international audience. Our Chefs and Food & Beverage team try their best to create and balance the menus and the food taste for everyone. We do however sincerely hope that this matter has not too severely overshadowed your time with us. We also would like to sincerely apologise for any shortcomings you have experienced with our staff. Please be assured that this is not reflective of the usual service standards that we pride ourselves on. Hoping all is not lost and that we will have a chance to welcome you back in the near future. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team & Management
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All very good , staff all very good , nabil , Bill, farouk, houthin, coral beach staff , al reef restaurant staff, the best best is house keeping Mumon also do his best , special greeting for the best manger I ever seen ,coming third time in shaa allah
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Ihab Afia, Greetings from Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. Thank you for this wonderful review. It is always a pleasure to hear of our guests’ incredible experiences. Each one of our dedicated colleagues aims to deliver joy to our valued guests, and we sincerely appreciate your recognition of their hard work especially Nabil, Bell, Faruk, Huhthu, Munna, the Coral Bar team and all the team members at our Reef Restaurant. We look forward to seeing you soon. In the meantime, stay safe and take care. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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This is everyone's dream destination In one word PARADISE. They are super friendly . Their service and room is Top notch .it was truly a delightful experience Definitely suggested for visiting.
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Udayendu L, Greetings from Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives. We hope that you have arrived home safely. The entire Centara family appreciate your thoughtful words on our resort and we hope that we will continue to be your first thought when planning for your trips to come. We look forward to hosting you again soon for another fantastic experience, and we would like to take this opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation of your support towards our brand. See you next time in the Maldives! Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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We went to the resort in April this year. It was a great experience from start to finish. On arrival, we were greeted by very helpful members of staff who made the registration process as smooth as possible. Rohit was particularly helpful throughout our stay. Staff correspond with you using an instant messenger system through a mobile application, whenever we made requested these were promptly addressed. All three primary restaurants are excellent. We particularly enjoyed the live cooking stations in the Reef restaurant and the special events. The special events are extra even on an all inclusive package but for the additional experience you get they are entirely worth it. The seafood BBQ and the Thai dinner experience were both great. The former was exceptional. The location and excursions are great and enable you to see more of the reef and other locations. We saw turtles and dolphins whilst out on the water. The highlight though of the trip and staying here comes down to the staff. They cannot do enough to help you and make your stay as pleasant and stress free an experience as possible. This goes from the excellent fitness instructor Sujith to those on the front desk at Reef such as Azu. They could not do enough to make out stay a great experience. For those wanting a bit of fitness, Sujith ran exercise classes and yoga classes that are well worth getting up a little early for. Sunset Pilates overlooking the Indian Ocean is an absolute must. We have to give a special bit of a mention to Sujith who also ran entertainment activities while we were there including some incredible karaoke sessions and would organise activities on the couple of occasions when we had heavy rain. All in all, we loved our stay. We will come back again.…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear Francis M, Warm greetings from paradise, Maldives! Thank you for sharing your fabulous experience with us and for sharing this to TripAdvisor readers and travelers looking for the perfect island holiday destination. We are so grateful to know that our team have succeeded in exceeding your expectations. We will certainly share your positive comments to our team especially with Rohit, Sujith and Azumeela for taking special care of you who undoubtedly made a difference in your stay. Thank you once again for recommending us so highly. We would be happy to welcome you back to the Centara Family very soon. Stay safe and take care wherever you are now. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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Perfect place for a honeymoon. The rooms are spacious. Ultra clean and very friendly staff. I would seriously recommend this hotel to people going on honeymoon and especially if this is your first international trip
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Date of stay: May 2023
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Responded 1 week ago
Dear singhalvij702, Greetings from Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa, Maldives. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. We thank you for your comments regarding our customer service and that our staff members take their roles in our industry to provide the quality customer service that our guests expect. We hope that you have taken some amazing experiences and everlasting memories from this island. Nevertheless, we look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Wishing you a safe and healthy year ahead. Regards, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives Team and Management
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PRICE RANGE
$241 - $676 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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centara grand island resort and spa, centara grand island hotel centara grand island
LOCATION
MaldivesAlifu AtollSouthern Ari AtollMachchafushi
NUMBER OF ROOMS
112
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Frequently Asked Questions about Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives
What are some of the property amenities at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, a pool, and an on-site restaurant.
Which room amenities are available at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant, a lounge, and a poolside bar during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Conveniently located restaurants include Coral Bar & Lounge, REEF, and Suan Bua Thai Restaurant.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and fitness classes during their stay.
Does Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives have airport transportation?
Yes, Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives located near the city center?
Yes, it is 0.05 miles away from the center of Machchafushi.
Are any cleaning services offered at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
Yes, dry cleaning and laundry service are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, German, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Hindi, and Thai.
Does Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is Centara Grand Island Resort & Spa Maldives accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms and facilities for disabled guests. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.