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COMO Cocoa Island
South Malé Atoll, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives · COMO Hotels & Resorts · Grand Luxury
COMO Cocoa Island began in the 1970s as a private retreat that German photographer Eric Klemm built on the island of Makunufushi, then reopened in 2002 as COMO's first private-island resort in the Maldives. Its 33 overwater villas curve along wooden walkways in the shape of traditional Maldivian dhoni boats, a design that survived a full renovation in 2020. The island can also be booked as a private buyout for up to 72 guests.
- 33 rooms
- Opened 2002
- Rooms from 807 sq ft (75 m²)
About COMO Cocoa Island
- The resort began in the 1970s as a private retreat that German photographer Eric Klemm built on the island of Makunufushi in the South Male Atoll.
- It reopened in 2002 as COMO's first private-island resort in the Maldives, with 33 villas shaped like traditional Maldivian dhoni boats along wooden walkways.
- The entire island can be booked as a private buyout for up to 72 guests, popular for weddings and milestone celebrations.
- COMO Cocoa Island holds EarthCheck Silver certification and was named the Indian Ocean's Leading Boutique Resort at the 2024 World Travel Awards.
- Entry-level rooms start at 807 sq ft (75 m²).
History
Originally established on the island of Makunufushi by German photographer Eric Klemm in the 1970s, the property opened as COMO's first private island resort in the Maldives in 2002. The resort underwent a comprehensive renovation in early 2020, recasting its 33 villas with contemporary interiors while maintaining its signature dhoni-shaped architecture and focus on holistic wellness.
Restaurants and bars
- Ufaa Restaurant — Restaurant · South Indian cuisine
- COMO Shambhala Kitchen — Restaurant · Healthful
Experiences
- House reef snorkelling and diving — Vibrant house reef within easy reach for snorkelling and world-class diving.
- UV Night Snorkel — Underwater light show at the house reef using UV torches and mask lenses to reveal fluorescent coral at night.
- Sandbank Experiences — Meals set up on a private sandbank surrounded by turquoise waters, with chilled Champagne and a dedicated butler.
- Private Boat Charters — COMO luxury yacht with three cabin rooms, sundecks, indoor and al fresco dining, and a sea-level platform.
- Snorkelling with Nurse Sharks — Snorkelling excursion in the Maldives' Vaavu Atoll to swim alongside nurse sharks.
- Fishing, marine conservation, dolphin cruises and yacht experiences — Further excursions from the island for fishing, marine conservation activities, dolphin cruises and yacht experiences.
Amenities
- COMO Shambhala Retreat with hydrotherapy pool and yoga pavilion
- Dhoni-inspired overwater villas with direct lagoon access
- Ufaa Restaurant serving South Indian and Mediterranean fusion cuisine
- PADI Dive Centre with access to the Cocoa Thila world-class dive site
- Complimentary non-motorized water sports including kayaks and paddleboards
- Personalized butler service for two and three-bedroom villas
- Spa
- Infinity pool
- Fitness center
- Beach
Awards
- Indian Ocean's Leading Boutique Resort 2024 (World Travel Awards) (2024)
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