- Maldives Holidays
- Maldives Islands
- COMO Cocoa Island
Located in the opposite direction to the majority of resorts Cocoa Island occupies a quieter and more undisturbed area. Nestled among the South Male coral atolls; Cocoa Island is just a 40 minute speedboat transfer from the Male International airport. Perfect for diving; Guriadhoo Channel lies on Cocoa Islands very own doorstep and due to the lack of local sea traffic more pristine then what can be found North Male.This luxurious 5 star resort looks out towards calm cerulean waters. The island is long and thin - about 350 metres long - with sand snaking out into a perfect spit that disappears with the evening tide.
The natural landscape has not been interfered with and the island features palms; wild sea grapes and hibiscus. The house reef which encircles Cocoa Island by COMO delineates a gin-clear lagoon that is rich with sealife; including ray and baby sharks. It is a sea without currents making Cocoa Island an ideal choice for families.
The resort aesthetic is by Singaporean architect Cheong Yew Kuan. The style of Cocoa is deliberately restrained; a simple yet sophisticated mix of the contemporary and indigenous.
Each of these 33 rooms - sit offshore on the southern side of Cocoa; overhanging the lagoon. They are reached by planked walkways. Structures combine New Zealand pine with Kajan thatched roofs. Natural materials are carried through to the interiors with high raftered ceilings and glossy teak flooring.
The inside/outside space merges on the horizon-side with floor-to-ceiling glass windows opening up to a substantial deck for slipping in and out of the water. These same decks provide privacy for lounging in the sun or a place for quiet al fresco dining.
The islands serenity is reflected in the clean-lined and airy interiors combining whites and blues - more Hamptons beach hut than the usual rough-rustic aesthetic favoured by other Maldivian hotels.
The restaurant is called Ufaa meaning happy in Maldivian.
I had a really good experience during my stay at the resort. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help, which made the whole stay even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was relaxing, and everything came together to make it a pleasant and memorable experience.
My family has been here many times! Had the absolute best diving holiday here! The dive sites are just incredible and super close to the resort—only a quick boat ride away, which means more time in the water. We were lucky enough to see so many pelagics, including sharks and rays Back on land, the accommodation was super comfy, and the food was delicious after long dive days. What truly made this trip unforgettable was the staff—they were beyond attentive, warm, and always went the extra mile. Can’t wait to come back!
One of the best resorts we have ever stayed in. Overwater accommodation, food, cocktails and friendly service from absolutely everyone was truly fantastic. We stayed for a week. Every meal (half board - breakfast and dinner) was delicious and with lots of variety. Marine team were excellent with the local knowledge for dolphin watching and snorkelling the house reefs - sharks / rays / turtles all resident and seen daily. Special shout out to Yuika the mixologist who created some great cocktails and Ilaria for finding those pods of dolphins. Truly memorable. Only downside is cost of some of the excursions and alcohol (to be expected though in this part of the world).
Sixth visit. Cocoa Island was our first island in the Maldives and remains one of my favorites among the approximately 35 we've been to.
Small, few and nice rooms, very quiet, good snorkeling, amazing beaches and a spectacular stretch of sand where you can walk 600 or 700 meters without seeing anyone, surrounded by warm water with amazing colors... not forgetting the excellent hydropool.
Less positive points, which I found worse than on previous visits: The menu varies very little and sometimes it's difficult to choose, especially for those who don't appreciate Asian food. The lagoon is full of seagrass and there's a lot of construction around the island.
A small disappointment, given the number of times we've been to the island, I expected a more significant room upgrade offer, especially since the island had an average of 5 or 6 rooms occupied during our stay.
In any case, the positives far outweigh the negatives and we plan to return.
We stayed for our honeymoon in a Dhoni Loft Villa. The room was clean and spacious. Food was delicious, staffs were so helpful and kind. We had a such a beautiful bed decoration from our room boy.
