Tucked into the crystalline turquoise waters of the North Ari Atoll, Kandolhu is the kind of rare, barefoot-luxury retreat that captivates the moment you step ashore. Small, natural and utterly peaceful, the island feels less like a resort and more like your own private haven, where every moment is made for two. With just 30 villas scattered across sand and sea, there's an irresistible sense of seclusion.
Villas at this five-star haven include the Beach Villa, where sand meets veranda and seawater laps just steps from your door; the stylish Duplex Pool Villa, offering extra space and privacy for couples who crave their own little island-home; or indulge in the island's newest jewel, the Deluxe Ocean Pool Villa – with a private over-water pool, sun deck, and uninterrupted sea vistas that dissolve the boundary between indoors and the Indian Ocean beyond.
Days drift by in a haze of shine, sea breeze and spontaneous adventure: snorkelling over kaleidoscopic coral gardens, surrendering to the serenity of the spa, sampling delectable cuisine or simply sipping a cocktail under the stars. As part of the Ultimate Inclusions plan, your stay is designed for pure, unhurried ease. Savour breakfast, lunch and dinner across five intimate à-la-carte restaurants, ranging from Japanese to Mediterranean cuisine and the vibrant, beachside flair of Latin- American flavours at Ata Roa.
At Varu Spa, surrender to the ultimate in wellness. Immerse yourself in the transformative rituals of Aromatherapy Associates, luxuriate in meticulously crafted hand, nail and foot therapies from Margaret Dabbs, or, for gentlemen, refine grooming routines with Obsidian skincare. Select from soothing couple's rituals such as The Reset, for peaceful mind-and-body calm; The Iconic Journey, for head-to-toe transformation; or Varu Tradition, a sensory escape built for two.
You'll also enjoy 10% off spa treatments, and for a special honeymoon treat: choose between a private snorkelling tour of the colourful house reef or a champagne-and-canapé sunset cruise. Unlimited non-motorised water sports and snorkelling equipment come included too.
Whether you choose to swim with manta rays, drift across the ocean on a golden-hour cruise, or escape together to a secluded sandbank, Kandolhu delivers moments that feel effortlessly special. Each day is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and savour the beauty of having an island paradise almost entirely to yourselves – the perfect setting for romance, honeymoon dreams, and lifelong memories.
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