It’s All Inclusive‹All resorts
Kuramathi Island Resort
1 of 10
Asia & Pacific

Kuramathi Island Resort

Kuramathi, Ari Atoll, Maldives

Details last verified July 2026 · How we research

Four-StarOptional All-InclusiveNear CoastMid-Size
4.8
★★★★★
2,636 reviews on Google
9.0Out of 10
Palmprint

Our own independent rating: beach, food, service, value and more. No pay-to-play, ever.

See how we scored it

Highlights

·2 pools
·12 restaurants & bars
·Full-service spa
·Overwater bungalows
·90 min from MLE

Activities & Experiences

Spa & WellnessWater SportsNightlifeKids Activities

Best Time to Visit

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Not sure this is the one?

Tell us your dates, budget, home airport, and who's traveling, and we'll point you to the best-fit resorts. Free, no obligation.

Location

Kuramathi, Ari Atoll, Maldives
Nearest airport: MLE
Velana International Airport
1h 30min transfer
+960 666-0527

Guest Reviews

★★★★★
Onkar Kulkarni · 2 months ago

Our stay was truly an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality was warm, welcoming, and exceptional throughout our stay. The pool villa was beautiful, private, and perfectly maintained — waking up to those stunning ocean views felt like a dream every day. The beaches we...

★★★★★
Juan Serrano · a week ago

We had an absolutely amazing stay at Kuramathi! The island itself is stunning — pure paradise, with crystal clear water and beautiful nature all around. A special thank you to Amees and Mubaarik, who took care of our room every day. They were incredibly attentive and always made sure everything was...

★★★★★
Janique Kautsky · 3 months ago

5-Star Service!! We had a fantastic stay at Kuramathi. Becky and the entire team truly went above and beyond to make our experience both comfortable and fun. Thank you so much! We absolutely loved the feel and layout of the island, with its beautiful trees and lush landscaping. The kids club was e...

★★★★★
Behzod Muminov · a month ago

We had an amazing stay at Kuramathi Resort and truly enjoyed every moment of our vacation. The island is beautiful, the facilities are excellent, and the staff are incredibly friendly and professional. I would especially like to recognize Sreekumar, one of the buggy drivers, for his outstanding ser...

★★★★★
alessia carsughi · 4 months ago

This is the third time we have chosen this location, and every time we come back we are reminded why we love it so much. The place feels natural, authentic, and incredibly peaceful ; it’s the perfect environment to truly relax and disconnect. The staff are always warm, welcoming, and attentive, whic...

What we recommend

✈
Find flights
Search flights to Maldives
🚗
Airport transfer
Our favorite: Welcome Pickups
We use this every trip
🗝
Rent a car
Explore at your own pace
🌊
Things to do
Activities & excursions nearby
🛡
Travel insurance
Don't skip this one
We never travel without it
📱
Stay connected
Get an eSIM before you land
Nightly rate
TBD
we’re checking live rates for this resort; check back shortly
This resort is room-only by default. An all-inclusive plan (meals & drinks) is available as a paid add-on, so add it when you book.
Check Rates & Book
Compare Prices
·Resort website·Booking.com·Expedia·Tripadvisor reviews
About the Location
Maldives

Passport, safety, tipping & more, read before you fly.

Read the country guide
The Vibe
RomanticLively & SocialQuiet & RelaxedNature & Adventure
What's actually included

What the all-inclusive plan covers at Kuramathi Island Resort

The line between “all-inclusive” and “all-inclusive except the good stuff” is where trips get expensive. Here's what's genuinely covered, and what still costs extra.

Premium & à la carte dining
Buffet dining is included on the standard all-inclusive plan; Dine Around All-Inclusive adds access to the nine à la carte restaurants with exclusions.
Partly included
Top-shelf liquor
The all-inclusive beverage list includes branded spirits, cocktails, house wine and draft beer; premium-label beverages are excluded.
Partly included
Wi-Fi
Official fact sheet lists free wireless internet.
Included
In-room minibar
Soft drinks, juices, beer and Kuramathi water are included in the in-villa minibar under the all-inclusive plan.
Partly included
Non-motorized water sports
Snorkeling gear is included; windsurfing is limited to one hour per day and lessons are excluded.
Partly included
Spa treatments
Dine Around All-Inclusive includes a USD 35 spa credit on selected massages; treatments otherwise cost extra.
Partly included
Off-site excursions
A local island visit to Rasdhoo is included once per stay under the all-inclusive plan.
Partly included
Tipping & gratuities
Expedia lists gratuities as included in all-inclusive room rates.
Tips included

Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so always confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this.

Rooms & Suites

Who fits where at Kuramathi Island Resort

All 10 room categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages.

The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.

Family fitsleeps up to 6 in one key · Two Bedroom Beach House takes 5+ · true two-bedroom available
Beach Villa
70 m² / 753 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · Beach or lagoon
Official fact sheet lists 71 Beach Villas.
Beach Bungalow
90 m² / 969 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom
Official fact sheet lists 33 Beach Bungalows.
Superior Beach Villa
90 m² / 969 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom
Includes espresso machine and hot tub.
Deluxe Beach Villa
95 m² / 1023 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · Lagoon
Official fact sheet lists 31 Deluxe Beach Villas.
Deluxe Water Villa
115 m² / 1238 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · Lagoon
Includes deck with direct lagoon access.
Two Bedroom Beach House
205 m² / 2207 ft² · sleeps 6 · 2 bedrooms · Lagoon or coral reef
Two-storey category with separate entrances.
Water Bungalow with Pool
117 m² / 1259 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · private plunge pool
Includes 15 sqm private infinity pool.
Thundi Water Villa with Pool
142 m² / 1528 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · private plunge pool
Located at the edge of the sandbank with 18 sqm infinity pool.
Pool Villa
165 m² / 1776 ft² · sleeps 3 · 1 bedroom · private plunge pool
Beach-edge villa with private courtyard and 18 sqm infinity pool.
Honeymoon Pool Villa
310 m² / 3337 ft² · sleeps 2 · 1 bedroom · private plunge pool
Includes separate living area and 10-meter lap pool.

From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.

The Daily Reality

Food, pools & the beach itself

Where you'll actually spend the week: how many places there are to eat and drink, what the pool scene offers, and what the water in front of the resort is really like.

Dining & bars

12 restaurants9 à la carte3 buffets7 barsReservations at some venues· International buffet · Seafood · Grill · Barbecue · Mediterranean · French · Thai · Japanese · Asian fusion · Indian

Meal-plan access varies: the Dine Around All-Inclusive plan is the broadest dining plan.

Pools & waterplay

2 poolsKids' pool

Official fact sheet lists swimming pools and a kids pool.

The beach itself

Swimmability varies by seasonEntry varies along the shoreSnorkeling from shoreNo sargassum (outside the Atlantic belt)

Official fact sheet states the house reef is directly accessible from shore; beach and lagoon conditions vary around the long island.

Venue counts come from the resort's own pages; beach conditions draw on monitoring data and consistent traveler reports. The sea doesn't read press releases, so treat seasonal notes as odds, not promises.

For Families

Taking the kids to Kuramathi Island Resort?

A family week turns on the details brochures skip: whether the kids' club is genuinely supervised, who watches the baby on date night, and whether four of you fit in one room. Here's what we've verified.

Kids' club
Supervised program
Babysitting
Available at extra cost
Rooms that fit a family
Two Bedroom Beach House
Beach for young swimmers
Entry varies along the beach
Dinner reservations
Needed at some restaurants

Official fact sheet lists Bageecha Kids Club; Expedia lists supervised childcare for a surcharge.

Questions parents ask

Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Kuramathi Island Resort?

Yes. Kuramathi Island Resort has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Two Bedroom Beach House. The largest stated occupancy is 6. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.

Does Kuramathi Island Resort have a kids' club, and from what age?

Yes. Kuramathi Island Resort runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.

Is the beach at Kuramathi Island Resort good for young children?

Swimmability varies by season, and the entry varies along the shore.

Does Kuramathi Island Resort offer babysitting?

Yes: babysitting is available at Kuramathi Island Resort for an extra cost (Official fact sheet lists Bageecha Kids Club; Expedia lists supervised childcare for a surcharge). Reserve at least a day ahead; same-day requests are the ones that fail.

Do you need dinner reservations at Kuramathi Island Resort?

At some restaurants: book the à la carte venues early in your stay and keep the buffet as the no-plan fallback for meltdown nights.

Kids' club ages, hours, and babysitting availability change seasonally, so confirm with the resort before booking.

Not sure this one fits your crew? Match resorts to your kids' exact ages for verified facts, not brochure claims.

The Palmprint file

How we scored Kuramathi Island Resort

Our independent research: the score, the evidence behind every mark, and what guests actually say.

Palmprint
9.0/10
Niva Kuramathi Maldives
North Ari Atoll
94% complete · Excellent review coverage
✓ Official site verified
How we score →

Scores

Beach9.4
High
Food8.8
High
Service9.0
High
Rooms8.8
High
Pools8.4
High
Luxury8.6
High
Value8.5
High
Family8.8
High
Romance9.2
High
Nightlife7.6
Medium
Quiet8.4
High
Adventure9.3
High
Wellness8.6
High
Remote work7.8
Medium
Accessibility7.2
Medium

Pros

  • Excellent house-reef and snorkeling access from shore.
  • Very broad villa range, including family houses, overwater villas and private-pool categories.
  • Large dining and bar inventory for a single-island Maldives resort.
  • Flexible meal plans suit different budgets and trip styles.

Cons

  • The best dining access requires the higher Dine Around All-Inclusive plan.
  • Premium-label drinks and some dining items are excluded.
  • The island scale may feel less intimate than smaller Maldives resorts.
  • Transfers add planning complexity, especially for late arrivals.

Things to know

  • Kuramathi is not default all-inclusive; the broadest experience requires booking the Dine Around All-Inclusive plan.
  • The island is large by Maldives standards, which helps with variety but makes room location more important.
  • The house reef is directly accessible from shore, making it stronger for snorkelers than many purely lagoon-focused resorts.
  • Families get a real kids club and two-bedroom beach-house options, but the resort also works well for couples.

Hidden tips

  • Choose Dine Around All-Inclusive if restaurant variety matters; the standard all-inclusive plan is more buffet-centered.
  • Families should prioritize the Two Bedroom Beach House over squeezing into single-room categories.
  • Snorkelers should ask about house-reef-side locations rather than choosing only by villa category.

What guests say

Most loved
  • House reef and snorkeling
  • Villa variety
  • Dining variety on upgraded plans
  • Island scenery and beaches
  • Family-friendly facilities
Most common complaints
  • Meal-plan complexity
  • Extra costs for premium drinks and some dining
  • Large island distances
  • Transfer logistics
Things people wish they knew
  • All-inclusive and Dine Around All-Inclusive are different products.
  • The resort is large enough that room location materially affects convenience.
From Reddit

Reddit discussions focus on whether Kuramathi's all-inclusive upgrades are worth it, with recurring emphasis on dining-plan value and the benefit of matching the plan to how much à la carte dining and drinking guests expect.

Rooms

Best Value Room:Beach VillaMedium

Entry beach category still provides direct island setting and enough space for up to three guests.

Best For Families:Two Bedroom Beach HouseHigh

Official fact sheet documents two bedrooms, two-storey layout and occupancy up to six.

Best Room Category:Thundi Water Villa with PoolMedium

Best-supported premium choice for overwater setting, sandbank position and private pool.

The facts

360
Room Count
7
Number Of Bars
2
Number Of Pools
12
Number Of Restaurants
56
Distance To Airport Km
20
Seaplane Transfer Minutes
SpaGood WifiKids ClubBeachfrontPrivate PoolFamily FriendlySwimmable BeachOverwater Bungalow

How we scored it

Food
Beverage Plan: 8.5Guest Sentiment: 8.6A La Carte Depth: 9Restaurant Variety: 9.4All Inclusive Access: 8.4Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Dining, Official Meal Plan, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Beach
Crowding: 8.5House Reef: 9.5Snorkeling: 9.5Sand Quality: 9.2Lagoon Variety: 9.2Guest Sentiment: 9.4Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Pools
Kids Pool: 8.5Pool Count: 7.8Beach Priority: 8Guest Sentiment: 8.4Private Pool Categories: 9.2Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia · verified 2026-07-20
Quiet
Island Scale: 8.2Villa Spread: 8.8Family Activity Drag: 7.5Room Location Importance: 8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Rooms
Condition: 8.3Room Variety: 9.2Family Layouts: 8.8Guest Sentiment: 8.6Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655Overwater And Pool Options: 9.1
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-20
Value
Family Value: 8.4Guest Sentiment: 8.5Meal Plan Choice: 8.6Transfer Cost Drag: 7.6Included Activities: 8.5Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Meal Plan, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Family
Kids Club: 8.8Kids Pool: 8.4Family Rooms: 9Activity Variety: 8.8Babysitting Extra Drag: 7.4Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-20
Luxury
Spa: 8.6Service: 9Setting: 9.4Villa Variety: 9Formal Luxury Polish: 8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-20
Overall
Rooms: 8.8Value: 8.5Service: 9Island Setting: 9.5Guest Sentiment: 9.1Meal Plan Depth: 8.8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, Official Dining, Official Meal Plan, Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Romance
Beach Setting: 9.4Dining Variety: 8.9Overwater Villas: 9.5Family Presence Drag: 7.6Honeymoon Pool Villa: 9.5Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Service
Guest Sentiment: 9Kids Club Support: 8.4Staff Helpfulness: 9.1Transfer Handling: 8.8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Wellness
Spa: 8.8Fitness: 8.2Natural Setting: 9.3Spa Credit Limitations: 7.6Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-20
Adventure
Dive Center: 9.1Water Sports: 8.8House Reef Snorkeling: 9.6Marine Biology Program: 8.8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655Included Local Island Visit: 8.4
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Meal Plan, Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Nightlife
Bar Count: 8.2Late Night Depth: 6.8Romantic Quiet Bias: 7.4Island Evening Energy: 7.5Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Dining, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Reddit · verified 2026-07-20
Remote work
Free Wifi: 8.5Quiet Environment: 8.4Workspace Evidence: 7Island Transfer Drag: 6.8Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Booking.com · verified 2026-07-20
Accessibility
Service Support: 8Large Island Distances: 6.8Room Choice Importance: 7.4Tripadvisor Review Count: 6655Boat Or Seaplane Transfer: 6.8
Weighted Review Analysis · sources: Official Fact Sheet, TripAdvisor, Expedia · verified 2026-07-20

Sources

RedditBookingExpediaMapcartaOfficialTripadvisorOfficial DiningOfficial Meal PlanOfficial Fact SheetOfficial Home Redirect

Scored with Palmprint methodology v1.0.

Keep comparing

Similar all-inclusives to Kuramathi Island Resort

Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives · null
Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives
Maldives· ★ 4.8· Compare side by side
Kuredu Island Resort & Spa · null
Kuredu Island Resort & Spa
Maldives· ★ 4.8· Compare side by side
Meeru Maldives Resort · null
Meeru Maldives Resort
Maldives· ★ 4.8· Compare side by side
On our lists

Where Kuramathi Island Resort ranks

Read the Maldives travel guide →