Here
serenity and seclusion complement joie de vivre.
Go barefoot, be served on the beach, dine by the
moon and candles. Or dress for dinner and dance
into the morning. The Kurumba
housereef is home to coral growing on ancient volcanic
mountains and a thousand different variations of
stunning fauna. Named after the coconuts that grow
in abundance throughout the island. The magnificance
of these coconut trees can be seen on the shaded
paths that lead from one side of this 48-acre circular
island to the other. The white sand beach Embracing
the island is its white sand beach with crystal
clear waters protected by eco-breakwaters of weathered
coral. A thousand different variations of stunning
fauna can be seen here.
The
hotel renovated in 2004 as a classic example of class and style.
The luxury
resort has 180 bungalows and villas that are dotted throughout
the island within verdant foliage paces from the beach. Every one
of its 180 villas and rooms are very tastefully done with polished
wood floors, high timber-clad ceilings and antique style wooden
furniture. Complemented by a walk-in dressing room and a bathroom
of exquisite extravagance with sandstone tiles, a marble-sided tub
and a second, out-door art-deco shower in a private open-air patio,
each bedroom comes equipped with In – Room safes, Private mini bar,
Tea/ Coffee makers, Satellite TV, High speed Internet Connections
and Luxury amenities.
Superior Room - Kurumba Maldives : Spacious double storey, four room houses built in graceful colonial style with each room having a private beach view terrace or balcony. The bedroom leads to a bright, spacious bathroom partly open to the sky.
38 Superior Rooms - 74 sq. metres:
4 room double storey houses situated an easy stroll from the sea - Air conditioned - Beach view private terrace - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room safe - IDD telephone - Highspeed internet access - Satellite TV - Tea / Coffee making facilities - 02 daybeds (01 in room, 01 in terrace)
Bathrooms:
Partially open air / Two washbasins / Open air shower & garden / Glass walled shower / Free standing bathtub.
Deluxe Room - Kurumba Maldives : Situated on the edge of the Sea. Open air shower and a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean. Cozy and intimate.
39 Deluxe Rooms - 50 sq. Metres:
Intimate rooms situated on the edge of the sea - Air conditioned - Private terrace - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room safe - IDD telephone - Satellite TV - High speed Internet access - Tea/Coffee making facilities;
Bathrooms:
Partially open air / Open air shower & garden / Shower / Free standing bathtub.
Deluxe Bungalow - Kurumba Maldives : This
is the signature accommodation that sets the theme of Kurumba Maldives.
Dedicated ocean front sitout with a daybed. Bedroom furnished with
a king-size four-poster bed, a day bed, and a window wall with a
view of the beach and the ocean. Dressing room with walkin wardrobe.
Luxurious bathroom complete with two washbasins, a glass-walled
shower, a free-standing bathtub, and an open-air sand and stone
floored shower garden. 74 Deluxe Bungalows - 74 sq. metres: Individuals
bungalows located on the beach, some in retreat - Window wall opening
onto the verandah & beach - King size four poster beds - Air conditioned
- Private terrace - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room Safe - Highspeed
internet access - IDD telephone - Satellite TV - Tea / Coffee making
facilities - 02 daybeds (01 in room, 01 in terrace) Bathrooms: Partially
open air / Two washbasins / Open air shower & garden / Glass walled
shower / Free standing bathtub.
Garden Villa - Kurumba Maldives : Bedroom with a king size bed adjoining a sitting room and a verandah. A patio at the entrance, bathroom with a glass walled shower, marble bath tub and an open courtyard complete with a “Rain Shower” under a traditional thatched awning. The Garden Villa looks over beautifully manicured gardens.
10 Garden Villas - from 103 sq. metres:
Oversized room with separate sitting area adjoining the bedroom - Courtyard with open air rain shower and Jacuzzi - Air conditioned - Private terrace - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room safe - IDD telephone Highspeed Internet Access - Satellite TV - Espresso machine - Tea / Coffee making facilities.
Bathrooms:
Partially open air / Open air shower & garden / Shower / Free standing bathtub.
Private Villa - Kurumba Maldives : Bedroom with a king size four poster bed adjoining a sitting room and a verandah. A patio at the entrance, bathroom with a glass walled shower, marble bath tub and an open courtyard complete with a “Rain Shower” under a traditional thatched awning. The Private Villas come with a choice of Beach Front or Garden Front, while the former is just a few steps from the Lagoon and the Open Sea , the latter looks over beautifully manicured gardens.
06 Private Villas - from 103 sq. metres:
Beach facing - oversized room with separate sitting area adjoining the bedroom - Courtyard with open air rain shower and Jacuzzi - Air conditioned - Private terrace - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In oom Safe - IDD telephone - Highspeed Internet Access - Satellite TV - Espresso machine - Tea / Coffee making facilities.
Bathrooms:
Partially open air / Open air shower & garden / Glass walled shower / Free standing bathtub.
Pool Villa : The Pool Villa comes with an enchanting Bedroom with a four poster king size bed, a sitting room and verandah and a private swimming pool complete with Jacuzzi in a garden of flowers and therapeutic stones. There is a graceful waterfall, a lush open-air shower and a daybed for two set in a thatched roof pavilion. The private courtyard has an exclusive entrance from the beach or through the villa's bathroom.
08 Pool Villas - from 200 sq. metres:
Private speed boat transfer - Private courtyard with a beach entrance - Private swimming pool/Jacuzzi in flower garden with therapeutic stones - King size daybed under a thatched roof pavilion - Private terrace with enclosed courtyard - King size four poster beds - Air conditioned - DVD player - Satellite TV - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room safe - IDD telephone - Tea / Coffee making facilities - Espresso machine - Highspeed internet access - On request personal butler service
Bathrooms:
Open air shower garden /Glass walled shower / Free standing bathtub.
Presidential Villa : Dedicated to Luxury and relaxation, the Presidential Villas are tastefully constructed to ensure your privacy. A Grand Bedroom on the Upper level with a King Size Four poster Bed overlooks the beach and ocean. The level also sports a walk-in dressing room and a bathroom with separate glass-walled shower and central marble-sided bathtub, plus an outside patio with Jacuzzi set in a thatched-roof tower. A large sitting room off the beachfront veranda on the Ground floor, this plush Duplex Suite also boats of a luxurious private swimming pool in a private interior courtyard.
04 Presidential Suites - 255 sq metres:
Duplex Villas - Private speed boat transfer - Personal butler service - Private courtyard with a beach entrance - Private swimming pool in flower garden - Jacuzzi - Private terrace with enclosed courtyard - King size daybed under a thatched roof pavilion - King size four poster beds - Air conditioned - DVD Player - 02 Satellite TVs - Hair dryer - Mini bar - In room safe - IDD telephone - Highspeed internet access - Tea / Coffee making facilities - Espresso machine.
Bathrooms:
02 / 02 washbasins / 03 showers (1 open air) / Glass walled shower - Free standing bathtub.
Royal Kurumba Residence : Has proved a favourite with heads of state. Entrance is through a courtyard by a bridge over an ornamental pool with a thatched pavilion and daybeds on either side. A patio gives access to a foyer and huge sitting room, complete with butler's pantry and guest washroom.
Doors on either side of the foyer open into the two wings of the Royal Residence; each wing has a walk-in dressing room, opulent bedroom with king-size four-poster bed, veranda onto the beach, and a large, luxurious bathroom leading to a private courtyard with swimming pool and a Jacuzzi, outside shower, and shaded king-size daybed.
01 Royal Kurumba Residence - 768 sq. metres:
Two winged suite with two bedrooms, one sitting/dining area, butlers pantry and beachfront verandah - Bridge entrance over an ornamental pool - 02 Large enclosed wooden sundecks with salas - 02 King size four poster beds - Private speedboat transfer - Personal butler service - Air conditioned - DVD Player - Sound system - Hair Dryer - Mini Bar - In Room Safe - 03 Satellite TVs (01- 35”Plasma) - IDD Telephone - Highspeed internet access - Tea / Coffee making facilities - Espresso machine.
Bathrooms:
Two large bathrooms opening into private courtyards each with an open shower, Jacuzzi , swimming pool, 02 washbasins, glass walled shower, free standing bathtub and thatched roof pavilion with a King sized day bed. In addition - sitting/dining area includes 01 bathroom with shower.
In order to truly experience the uniqueness of the Maldives , you must not miss out on discovering what lies beyond white beaches and crystal clear waters. Dont miss this experience to explore this playground of nature.
Dhathuru Dhan - A Maldivian Experience :
Let's go - be a part of the Maldivian lifestyle as we take you to a local fishing village; interact with the people and have a glimpse into a working day in paradise. We complete this adventure with a barbecue on an uninhabited island- a la Robinson Crusoe.
Champagne Sunset Cruise:
Pamper your loved one and head off for a romantic cruise. Savor the tranquility with a glass of champagne, enjoy the magical sunset and indulge in the open of the Indian Ocean.
Night / Morning Fishing:
Hop onto a traditional dhoni (local fishing boat), cruise along the sunset / sunrise and rest assured that you won't return empty handed. The Chefs of the resort will be delighted to complete this experience by preparing the catch to your liking.
Big Game Fishing:
If you are looking for the really big catches such as Sailfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo and Yellow fin tuna, then you can find them here. Get comfortable in the fighting chair, hold tight and get carried away by the tremendous atmosphere on board the specially equipped big game fishing boat.
Glass Bottom Boat:
Take it easy and discover the amazing underwater world from above. Our boat crew will be happy to show you the best spots of our house reef. You don't have to be lucky to witness reef sharks, manta rays, moray eels and many more.
Snorkeling Adventure:
If the islands of the Maldives are beautiful, what lies under the water is a veritable wonder of nature. The abundance and variety of marine life coupled with the amazingly clear water, makes snorkeling a unique experience that one should not forego.
Pluto Dinner:
Enter the world of the rich and famous - have your own speed boat, anchor at will under the star spangled sky, let your private butler pop a bottle of champagne and wallow in the pleasure of an exotic menu, carefully selected by the Chef.
Male Shopping Tour:
Visit the smallest capital in the world. Truly unique, Male offers an oriental flair combining traditional culture and modern influences. Professional guide would take you around his city, showing you the Grand Friday Mosque, the National Museum , the Sultan Park , the Fish Market and - as a matter of course - the best works of Maldivian craftsmanship.
Creat Your Own Exclusive Excursion:
For the adventurous, we give the one-time opportunity of creating their very own individualized excursion program. The boat is yours for the day. One can choose as many of the following itineraries.
Reef snorkeling - Tour of local fishing village - Picnicking on an uninhabited island – Fishing - Male Shopping Tour - Sunset cruise - Visit of another resort island.
Spa and Fitness :
Kurumba Spa managed by Aquum Spa which has been created to blend in harmony with the surroundings in a sub eastern style.
The architecture of the spa draws on the inspiration of ancient Maldives to blend with the splendour of the natural surroundings. Feel the ambiance as you are guided across the stones, surrounded by water, to your treatment rooms. The design is drawn from an ancestry of care and wisdom, of balance and serenity, where the salts of the earth mix with water of life.
Drawing from a selection of massage therapies, body treatments and facials. Indulge, stimulate the senses or treat your body to vital, natural nutrients that will transport you to a new level of relaxation and rejuvenation.
You may also like to join a gentle class of yoga in the private yoga pavilion or for something a little more stimulating enjoy a session of private cardio fitness gym.
Facilities
• 4 single treatment rooms
• 4 couples treatment rooms
• Relaxation lounge
• Consultation room
• Reception
• “Degrees” with steam, bucket shower and hydro pool with cannon showers
• Manicure and pedicure bay
• Gymnasium
• Male and female changing rooms
Signature Treatments:
Maldivian Monsoon Massage
An indigenous ritual that calms and energizes. The traditional Maldivian massage begins with a sand poultice soaked in the mineral rich Indian Ocean waters. This is steamed and pressed all over your body giving great relief to ease muscular aches and pains. A relaxing traditional massage is given using Maldivian techniques, with an indigenous herbal oil to soothe.
Scuba Diving:
With popular dive sites in close proximity, Kurumba is a favourite with scuba divers. Beginners are especially welcome and an open divers licence could be obtained in a week's diving. The resort's dive school is run to the exacting standard of PADI, with both Maldivian and foreign diving instructors.
Scuba Diving:
With popular dive sites in close proximity, Kurumba is a favourite with scuba divers. Beginners are especially welcome and an open divers licence could be obtained in a week's diving. The resort's dive school is run to the exacting standard of PADI, with both Maldivian and foreign diving instructors.
Water Sports:
Includes a catamaran and wind surf school and offers a range of fun activities - Parasailing with platform boat, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Kayaking, Banana Rodeo, Fun Tubes, Sailing Safaris with a skipper and more.
Renewal of Vows:
For a communion blessed by God and for an institution made in Heaven, relive your vows in paradise. With sand beneath your feet and wind in your hair, live a timeless moment, when you are one with nature.
Vihamana Restaurant:
The delightful main restaurant at the Kurumba Maldives. Offers gourmet buffets for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. With a different theme buffet every night the restaurant offers all Full and Half Board guests some of the best cuisine options to choose from. Indian, Chinese, Mexican, Lebanese, Italian to name a few. Friday afternoons are Brunch by the seaside and Sunday evening a surprise thrown in every now and then. Vihamana is always a fresh experience. The Restaurant is also open to all bed and breakfast and Room only guests. Open seven days a week. The Ocean Grill:
Located on the edge of the beach with an overwater deck offering a panoramic view of the Indian Ocean. Prime cuts of beef, fresh lobster from the lobster pond are highlights of a varied menu. All bar-be-cued to your taste in a display kitchen.
An eclectic selection of fine wines. Ideal for romantic candlelit dinner as well as special groups of 10 to 15. Lavish seafood buffet on Sundays. Open seven days a week. The Hamakaze:
“Ocean Winds” – The Hamakaze is the Sushi Bar and Teppen – Yaki counter serving a unique style of cuisine from the Land of The Rising Sun . With a selection of Octopus, Tuna, Salmon, Ell and much more the Hamakaze serve the choicest selection of Sushi and Sahsimi. Sip on a selection of Hot Or Cold sake as the Chef creates one culinary presentation after another on the grill and on to your plate. The Hamakaze is located right next to the Ocean Grill and the Lobster pond. It is closed on Sunday. Al Qasr:
Arabian Nights at the Kurumba Maldives. Come savour a fare from the mystical Middle East . Grand palatial décor does justice to its name, Al Qasr – The Palace. Set with Arabic and other artefacts from the Middle East the Al Qasr serves traditional Lebanese specialities. Charcoal grilled meats, succulent kebabs, mezze and a variety of dips and pastes. The restaurant is closed on Tuesday. Kurumba Mahal:
Cuisine from the royal kitches of North India. Succulent tandoories, curries - some spicy, other subtle, Naan and Paratta breads and luscious desserts make for a dinner fit for a Maharaja. It is closed on Tuesday. Ming Court:
The Specialty Chinese Restaurant serving oriental delicasies from the Mainland. The Chef serves up superb selections from the Canton and Schezuan regions. With a soft waterfall on one side and a plant garden on another, marble tables and tasteful décor, the restaurant has a very contemporary and cozy look. The restaurant is closed on Wednesday. Golden Cowrie:
Fine Italian cuisine. In an elegant, classical setting. Pesce, proscuitto, jambone, fromaggio. A variety of pastas and risottos. In the flavours of Tuscany and Lombardy, Sardinia and Sicily. Sensuous, full bodied Italian wines. Sinful Tiramisu. Bon Apetito!
It is closed on Saturday. Neptune-Coffee Shop:
Located right opposite the pool the Neptune Coffee Shop is the laidback all day dining restaurant at the Kurumba Maldives. From a selection of A la carte breakfast items to international favourites and light snacks the coffee shop is the perfect place to grab a quick bite or a small meal. Pastas, sandwiches, burgers, children's menu and select beverages are available at the coffee shop for every taste through the day till late at night. Serves a selection of pizzas from 1130 hrs to 1630 hrs. Open seven days of the week. The Beach Bar:
The place to chill! Whether you are on the overwater deck gazing at the horizon over a leisurely, meandering lunch or at the stars over fine wine. Or dancing the night away on the classy wooden floor next to the bar inside. The selection of champagne, wines, spirits and liquors here is celestic and vast. A live band is in attendance five nights a week. Open seven days a week. The Rendezvous Lounge:
The Rendezvous Lounge Karaoke Bar at the Kurumba Maldives is the perfect place to explore your singing talents. Conveniently located in a quiet corner next to the Coffee shop has the choicest selection of spirits, cocktails and liqueurs, iot shares the same wine list as the Beach Bar too. Sing away to evergreeen favourites and other top chart hits available to you on the latest top class Karaoke equipment. Your road to Fame and very late nights. Open seven days a week.
Services: Airport Boat transfers, Currency Exchange, 24 hours In-room Dining, Extensive Dining and Entertainment options, Baby Sitting Service available on request, Water Sports Centre, Sports Centre, Resident Doctor on island, Laundry and Dry cleaning, On site shop for accessories as souvenirs, apparel, films, toiletries, postcards, swimwear and books, Business Centre with high speed internet facilities, Banqueting and Conferencing.
Facilities: Parasailing with platform boat, Waterskiing, Wakeboarding, Kayaking, Banana Rodeo, Fun Tubes, Sailing Safaris with a skipper
Gymnasium
House reef for snorkeling
A PADI certified dive centre managed by Euro Divers supports serious divers as well as beginners
Kurumba Spa by Aquum Spa.