Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort

The location of Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort amid lush native vegetation on Kooddoo island, part of Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the southern Maldives. Access is via a 55-minute direct flight (90 minutes indirect) from the capital, Malé, to Kooddoo Airport. There are only four or five propellor aircraft flights daily, which preserves the tranquility of the island. No further speedboat journey or seaplane flight is required to reach the location. Our staff will be waiting with a warm welcome at Kooddoo Airport to bring guests by buggy to Mercure Maldives Kooddoo.

Mercure welcomers will meet guests at Velana International Airport in Malé, escort them to the executive lounge and take care of check-in for the domestic flight (the total journey from Male international to the resort can take up to 8 hours, on average 4 hours). Upon arrival at the Kooddoo Island airport, guests are further welcomed by our Front Office team who also takes care of the luggage, help with all the check-in formalities and escort the guests to their beautiful villas.

About the Atoll:

Gaafu Alifu (also known as Northern Huvadhu Atoll or Huvadhu Atholhu Uthuruburi) is an administrative division of the Maldives. With a huge stretch of marine and island area, the northern half of the giant natural atoll of Huvadhoo is considered to be one of the largest coral atolls in the world. Gaafu Alifu has 11 inhabited islands and a population of around 9300. Popular for its pristine white sandy beaches and turquoise blue waters, the atoll is known for its rich marine bio diversity. With water temperatures lower compared to the other atoll, the atoll is popular for a wide variety of species that include,  eagle rays, sting rays, different species of turtles, manta rays, different types of sharks – black tips, white tips, nurse sharks, tiger sharks amongst others.

The atoll also has some productive agriculture, much of it on the island of Kondey, which is also home to four hawittas (Buddhist prayer mounds), evidence of ancient Buddhist settlements. In the centre of the atoll, the island of Dhevvadhoo is famous for its traditional textile weaving and coir-rope making. There are also mosques from the 16th and 17th centuries.

Welcome to Mercure Maldives Kooddoo, the first ultra all inclusive Mercure Resort worldwide, rooted in locality with a unique boutique style and exclusive benefits throughout your stay.

Get ready to immerse yourself amongst the Maldivian culture and indulge in a generous array of dining and beverage offerings at no additional charge, as well as a selected collection of complimentary benefits for you to enjoy – at no hidden costs!

Some of the the benefits include:

– Unlimited beverages throughout the stay with 40 international wines on offer

– Daily buckets of beers – which will be refilled once per day.

– You can personalize your minibar upon check-in, based on your preferences.

– Unlimited meals in our 2 restaurants and pool bar

– Complementary non motorized water sports like SUP, Kayaking, snorkeling

Every one of the 70 villas at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort is conceived with privacy, pleasure and relaxation in mind. Made using local materials, our villas blend Maldivian tradition and contemporary design with stylish furnishings, high ceilings and colourful accents. All come with spacious indoor–outdoor bath areas, broad decks to take in breathtaking sea views, and comfortable loungers which invite you to lie back and while away the hours. Your villa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo is your own intimate island hideaway – over the crystalline water or on the white sandy beach.

Unwind on a comfortable deck chair in the shade of palm trees in the beach villas in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo. Take a few steps to a sandy beach and the clear, cool waters of Gaafu Alifu Atoll. Shrouded in luxuriant vegetation, the Beach Villas in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo is your private island sanctuary.

The expansive terrace is an intimate spot for romantic in-villa dining. A queen-size bed and 67sqm of stylishly designed space give you all the room you need to stretch out and relax. A deep-tissue massage and beauty treatment at Suvadiva Spa followed by a soak in your discreet outdoor island bathtub offer the ultimate in tropical regeneration.

The beach villa houses a 42-inch HD TV with USB & Bluetooth connectivity with direct dial telephone and radio. The villa has a minibar with alcoholic and soft drinks, complimentary bottled drinking water and coffee- & tea-making facilities are available. The beach villa is nestled and covered from your neighbours villa with natural and thick vegetation. You may sunbathe at your convenience or access the beach from your room and lay on the sunbeds.

You may also go snorkeling from the convenience of your room by accessing the crystal clear water from the backside access of your villa. If you’d like to surprise your loved one with a private dinner on the beach, you may contact the reception to organize one. The private dinner can also be set up on the white sandy beach beside your villa with a backdrop of the turquoise blue waters.

The beach villas are a picture perfect villa category if you’d like to have the best of both the worlds –  beach and the ocean. With lush green vegetation around the villa, privacy is never a problem at the beach villas in the best 4 star boutique resort in the Maldives,  Mercure Maldives Kooddoo resort.

The spacious deck of the Over Water Villa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo invites you to relax and soak up uninterrupted views of aquamarine island waters. Wake up from a restful night in your room’s queen-size bed at the Over Water Villa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo , put on your snorkel and climb down the steps into a clear sea teeming with marine life. And it’s an intimate venue for romantic in-villa dining.

Your thatched-roof ocean bungalow in the Maldives offers 62sqm of bright space combining traditional cosiness and contemporary style. Fast complimentary Wi-Fi keeps you as connected as you need to be, and there’s adequate work space when you need to keep an eye on business. A deep island bathtub invites you to luxuriate at the end of a day of scuba diving, snorkelling or dolphin spotting.

The Over Water Sunset Villa offers you a perfect view of the gorgeous Maldivian sunset from the convenience of your room or from the sunbed on your deck with a never ending view of the horizon. With a 42-inch HD TV with USB & Bluetooth connectivity with direct dial telephone and radio, the villa has a minibar with alcoholic and soft drinks, complimentary bottled drinking water and coffee- & tea-making facilities are available.

You may also go snorkeling from the convenience of your room by accessing the crystal clear water from the backside access of your villa. If you’d like to surprise your loved one with a private dining experience, you may avail the services of our in-villa dining.

The spacious deck of your Over Water Sunset Villa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo gives you front-row seats to a spellbinding Maldivian spectacle. And if you can’t bear to tear yourself away, delectable in-villa dining is ready when you are. From the terrace of your spacious Over Water Sunset Villa, steps lead directly to the clear temperate waters of Gaafu Alifu Atoll. A generous 62sqm of stylishly designed air-conditioned space gives you plenty of room to stretch out and unwind, and an illuminated glass floor gives you a bird’s-eye view of teeming tropical marine life below.

Grab a cool drink from your minibar, sink into a deck chair and gaze at the fiery sky as the sun dips into the Indian Ocean.

The Over Water Sunset Villa offers you a perfect view of the gorgeous Maldivian sunset and the never ending view of the horizon from the convenience of your room . With a 42-inch HD TV with USB & Bluetooth connectivity with direct dial telephone and radio, the villa has a minibar with alcoholic and soft drinks, complimentary bottled drinking water and coffee- & tea-making facilities are available.

You may also go snorkeling from the convenience of your room by accessing the crystal clear water from the backside access of your villa.

The Beach Pool Villa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo blends seamlessly into the lush native vegetation of Kooddoo island. Palm trees shade the deep blue infinity pool and a sheltered garden, where you can relax to a soundtrack of gently lapping waves. White coral sand and clear waters are just steps away.

Your thatched-roof beach bungalow in the Maldives blends traditional island design, contemporary style and colourful accents over a generous 82sqm of air-conditioned space. The large bath area offers an intimate outdoor island bathtub and two refreshing rain showers. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi gives you all the connectivity you need for business and leisure.

The beach pool villa houses a 42-inch HD TV with USB & Bluetooth connectivity with direct dial telephone and radio. The villa has a minibar with alcoholic and soft drinks, complimentary bottled drinking water and coffee- & tea-making facilities are available. The private pool outside your villa is covered from your neighbours villa with natural vegetation. You may sunbathe at your convenience beside your private pool in the villa or access the beach from your room and lay on the sunbeds.

You may also go snorkeling from the convenience of your room by accessing the crystal clear water from the backside access of your villa. If you’d like to surprise your loved one with a private dinner on the beach, you may contact the reception to organize one. The private dinner can also be set up on the white sandy beach beside your villa with a backdrop of the turquoise blue waters.

The beach pool villas is a picture perfect villa category if you’d like to have the best of both the worlds – private pool and the ocean. With lush green vegetation around the villa, privacy is never a problem at the beach pool villas in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo resort.

The Over Water Sunset Pool Villa in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo offers 81sqm of pure Maldives indulgence. Wake up to an invigorating dip in your private pool, or take the steps down into the clear waters of the turquoise lagoon. Lay back on a lounger on the broad deck, drink in hand, and be mesmerised by a magical tropical sunset view from the Over Water Sunset Pool Villa.

Your airy ocean bungalow blends local tradition and contemporary comfort, with high ceilings and cheerful splashes of colour. The spacious bath area offers indoor and outdoor rain showers and a luxurious island bathtub.

The Over Water Sunset Pool Villa offers you a perfect view of the gorgeous Maldivian sunset from the convenience of your room or from the private pool with a never ending view of the horizon. With a 42-inch HD TV with USB & Bluetooth connectivity with direct dial telephone and radio, the villa has a minibar with alcoholic and soft drinks, complimentary bottled drinking water and coffee- & tea-making facilities are available.

You may also go snorkeling from the convenience of your room by accessing the crystal clear water from the backside access of your villa. If you’d like to surprise your loved one with a private dining experience, you may order the floating breakfasts or a floating sun downer to relax and unwind in the pool with the view of the most beautiful sunrise or sunset in the world.

Get ready to discover the best international flavors with a unique Maldivian touch across our 2 restaurants and the pool bar.

Here, as part of the Mercure DNA, we’ll bring you on a truly authentic culinary journey where you will discover exclusive flavors locally produced. Reconnect with your sense of curiosity and be prepare to Discover Local.

As part of your all inclusive benefits, you will be able to enjoy unlimited meals in our 2 restaurants and Pool Bar throughout your stay combined with a selection of up to 40 international wines. All you’ll have to do is simply choose where you want to have your next meal.

Pull up a lounger next to the pool and soak up the sea views at the Pool Bar in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo.  The bar keepers at Pool Bar in Mercure Maldives Kooddoo serve classic cocktails and creative mocktails, beers, wines and spirits from around the globe, aromatic coffee and tea, and cooling juices and soft drinks.

Feeling peckish? Take your pick from a tempting menu of snacks and mains including sandwiches, burgers, salads, fries and wings. The Pool Bar at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo is the perfect place to quench your thirst with tropical cocktails and mocktails while snacking on tasty delights and short-eats.

The pool beside the Pool bar is the perfect place for a refreshing swim with your loved one  or friends with a never ending view of the horizon and the turquoise blue waters. What’s better than sipping a frozen cocktail poolside? Not having to leave the pool to get it. The Pool  beside the pool bar give you the best of both the world – the joy of swimming in a large pool with a great and never ending view of the Indian ocean. The sun beds on the deck of the pool bar is the perfect place for you to relax and unwind while watching a movie, reading a book or listening to your favorite band and getting the perfect sun tan.

Vistas Gastro bar  is the lively over-the-water bar at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort. A front-row vantage point for breathtaking island sunsets, Vistas Gastro bar is perfect for a fun evening with new friends, there’s a pool table and a separate area for karaoke. A front-row vantage point for breathtaking island sunsets, Vistas offers a selection of fine TWG teas, fragrant Merki coffee, signature cocktails and mocktails, as well as refreshing soft drinks.

Watch as our chefs prepare satay, ribs or fish. Choose from an international menu of mains and sides spanning dishes from Asia, Europe and America, along with Maldivian specialities. Wines and beers from around the globe make the perfect accompaniment.

From indoor games like chess and dart board to a pool table on the first floor of the bar, Vistas Gastro bar is conceptualized to balance fun and relaxation. The outdoor seating area, overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean is designed to give you the perfect view of the magnificent sunset.

Celebrate love, make new friends and enjoy creative beverages crated by our bar men.

Start the day with a floating breakfast in your own pool or enjoy breakfast or lunch on a secluded island, with your own private waiter providing fine service ,your stay at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort is a once-in-a-lifetime romantic getaway. The dining by design concept is an experience you will cherish for a lifetime. Why not take the romance to the next level with a customised dining experience just for the two of you?

Savour superb food and the company of your companion with an intimate dinner for two on the beach or at one of our other secret romantic island hideaways.

We’ll tailor your meal to your wishes so it’s an unforgettable experience. To customize your meal with the  surprises and personal choices, you may coordinate with the reception or the outlet managers.

Imagine yourself with your partner in the private pool of your Beach Pool Villa or Over water Pool Villa witnessing the most magical show in the Maldives – the beautiful sunrise, with a large floating tray of decadent canapés, fresh tropical fruits, a variety of breads, eggs and much more!

With two different options to choose from the Floating Breakfast at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo is surely a dream come true!

Experience the most romantic beach candle-lit dinner in the Maldives. Spend the night of your lifetime with your toes in the sand while staring at the bright starry skies. What better way to set the mood for a romantic lobster dinner?

Dine in the intimacy of the turquoise blue waters. Revel in candle lit moments on the beach with romantic dining in the Maldives hues. Enjoy the elegance of nature and your love done with a special romantic dinner set up.

Alita all-day dining restaurant at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort is spread over two levels with indoor and outdoor seating, it overlooks the pool and the aquamarine waters of the reef. From sumptuous breakfasts, lunch and dinner Alita all-day dining restaurant at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo resort gives you access to a wide variety of cuisines and flavours from the comfort of your table at the restaurant. The lavish breakfast buffet features Asian and Western favourites, with our chefs preparing eggs and pancakes just the way you like them.

Lunch and dinner offer a delectable array of Pan-Asian dishes – à la carte or help yourself. A different themed buffet means new taste experiences every evening – from traditional Maldivian specialties or sizzling barbecue to Indian Ocean seafood and classic Mediterranean flavours.

Theme Nights: Seafood Mondays | Sri Lankan Tuesdays | BBQ Wednesdays | Mediterranean Thursdays | Maldivian Fridays | International Saturdays | Asian Sundays

Nestled amid palm trees, ferns and banana plants, the Suvadiva Spa at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort is an oasis of serenity. Suvadive, the ancient name of the three southernmost atolls of the Maldives archipelago is located at a short distance from the equator. An ideal place for those who love pure untouched nature, turquoise lagoons and beautiful coral reefs, this atoll has a pristine underwater ecosystem with rich marine life. Inheriting the name from Suvadive, the Suvadiva spa is a perfect place to revitalize and indulge in the pleasure of absolute relaxation.

Escape in the sensory pleasures

of Suvadiva Spa treatments exclusively using quality products from Asia. Unwind in the paradise island where the crystal water and wind come together offering you a precious and unforgettable experience.

Our skilled therapists at the Suvadiva Spa combine the best of Asian and European wellness philosophies to relax and revitalise. Let yourself sink into deep peacefulness and feel completely rejuvenated with our signature massages – in our tranquil treatment rooms or in the lush gardens. Specially tailored body wraps and scrubs using French and Maldivian cosmetics will make you glow with new vitality. Share the pleasure with your special someone when you opt for one of our custom couples’ rituals.

Upon arrival at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo, talk to our front office team for suggestions for the best massage. You may also take a quick tour of the spa and talk to the therapists who will help you decide the best therapy for you.

A stay in a tropical island paradise doesn’t have to mean breaking your fitness routine. Greet the day with a few invigorating laps of the 40m pool. Work out on up-to-the-minute cardio and strength equipment at the 24-hour fitness centre, while you take in views of glorious aquamarine waters.

Gaafu Alifu Atoll is famed for its rich, diverse marine life and is considered one of the best places in Maldives offering a great deal of experiences to cherish for a lifetime. SuvaDiva Divers, the PADI 5-star dive centre at Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort,  will show you the sharks, sea turtles and rays which inhabit the vast blue lagoon. Even if you’re an absolute novice, our divers will teach you the skills you need before taking you to the area’s best dive sites. Prefer to stay near the surface? Join a snorkelling expedition to the edge of the house reef – or just plunge into the clear, temperate waters from your villa!

Board a traditional Maldivian dhoni boat for a morning or evening dolphin-watching cruise. Your captain will navigate to known habitats of bottlenose and spinner dolphins. Take a Maldivian Sunset Fishing where you can angle for grouper and snapper using traditional bait and hand reels.

Mercure Maldives Kooddoo offers a host of other experiences that include water sport options, from kayaking, sailing and stand up paddling to jet skis and fun tubes. Pristine coral-sand beaches and calm, clear waters make the island a paradise for swimmers. You may borrow a pair of fins and snorkelling gears form the Dive Centre and go snorkelling from the comfort of your villa around the house reef.

On-land activities range from tennis, futsal and beach volleyball to pool, darts and karaoke. Learn how to cook regional specialties or make your own towel art. And join us for our regular outdoor movie nights or performances of authentic Maldivian Boduberu music.