Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu, Maldives

The Coco Palm resort is without doubt one of the best holiday experiences we have had. The beauty and tranquillity of the island is only surpassed by the incredible and abundant sea life around the local reef. While there we saw sharks, stingrays, turtles and fish of every shape and colour imaginable (there were also sightings of manta rays). The island itself is small enough to walk around in 30-45 minutes and is focused on conservation in all aspects of accommodation and amenities. Included on the island is a charity supporting turtle rescue and recuperation (while there we watched a turtle being released after a year’s recuperation and there were a number of hatches from turtle nests). The staff, from the room service to the bars and restaurants, are exceptional. They go out of their way to quickly understand what you like and are always on hand to keep glasses topped up! We had a beach villa on the East of the island which was where the best of the reef is. The room is excellent with a very comfortable bed, plenty of space for clothes, an excellent shower and nice veranda in front to sit on. The bed was made up every morning and turned down in the evening; you can’t fault the accommodation. The food in the restaurants is good with both hot and cold options always available (and vegan curries in the evening). In the interests of fairness, there are a couple of negatives. Coco Palm opts for the ‘Basic AI’. Spirits used in alcoholic drinks are generally pretty poor and the available cocktails are limited. Anything not included in your AI package is very expensive, so we stuck to just the package but you do miss out doing that. Lastly, they have a singer who’s at the beach bar in the evenings. She’s very good but also loud which means that when you go for a nice relaxing, romantic drink to watch the sun going down (stunning sunsets by the way!), you get the singer giving it full welly which can spoil the atmosphere! But even with the negatives, this is an island you will want to return to time and time again. We can’t wait until we can book another break there!

This was our fourth visit to coco palm - and it was as good as ever! The atmosphere is so relaxed and welcoming that it feels like coming home! The rooms are spacious, and perfect for us. The outdoor shower is always an experience with geckos and fabulous products provided by the resort. The beach bar is a great location and is our favourite spot to relax in, where we are well looked after by Abul and Anees and all the bar team. The restaurant has superb service - special mention must go to Nalinda who kept us entertained, and ensured we had everything we needed each visit. The restaurant hosts are very kind and note your preference for table and ensure you are well looked after. The chef team are very polite and chatty - the food choices are varied and tasty. Special note here for the breakfast chefs who do our eggs and pancakes! Reception staff are very helpful and welcoming. We also must mention our fabulous room boys - Prattius and the lovely lad who looked after us at villa 96 The entire management team are also fab! Very welcoming and friendly, and make a point of speaking every time.

We had a truly memorable stay at this beautiful resort and felt very well cared for from the first day. What made our experience special was the genuine kindness of the staff. Everyone was friendly, warm, and always ready to help with a smile. You can really feel that the team cares about their guests. We are especially grateful to the management and reservations team for their understanding and support during our stay. Due to a booking issue from our travel agency, there was some confusion at the beginning, but the hotel handled everything with great professionalism and generosity. Their goodwill and effort made a big difference to our holiday. The island is stunning, the villas are lovely, and the sunsets are magical. Walking on the beach in the evening and enjoying the calm atmosphere were highlights of our trip. Thank you to the whole team for your hospitality and for making our vacation special. We left with beautiful memories and would gladly return.

Great hotel with a beautiful location. The rooms are comfortable and cleaned twice a day, which makes the stay even more pleasant. The restaurant offers diverse food for every taste, and the turtle rescue centre is an excellent initiative that shows real respect for the surrounding nature. The excursions offered by the hotel are definitely worth taking, and all the staff are super friendly and welcoming — they truly make the stay outstanding. I would love to come back!

We travelled to Coco Palm Dhuni Island in January 2026 for six nights, which is situated at BAA Atoll in Maldives. It is very beautiful Island with lush green plants and walkway path and is very beautiful and Photogenic, very natural Island with lots of birds and insects, birds noises you can hear while you walking inside path. It is long Island. When we arrived they they welcomed us with garlands and given us room number 51 which one was the last room the further from the reception and Jetty. You have to walk for ten minute to the restaurant each way for three times for breakfast lunch and dinner. There is no buggy on this resort. The main restaurant is called Cowrie restaurant where where all the food served for breakfast, lunch and dinner everyday and food is delicious, credit goes to the Chef Akaash and Dinesh who really made effort to looking after us especially being a vegetarians but they have lots of choices of fresh food and variety. As we are open water diver family and wanted to travel to BAA Atoll to see Manta rays and wanted to swim with them. We arranged dive with Coco dive in the resort with Harsha is the manager for Coco dive Centre. He is nice and polite and rest of the team is good. our room was very windy on first day so we couldn't enjoy it. Then next day I requested to the front desk manager Nishwant and he offered us room 34 on other side on the island, which was very calm side so we moved next day. They helped us to move the room. It was still walk but less time to the main restaurant rooms are nice and clean with insect net like canopy provided. This resort is value for Money and resort is very peaceful and quiet. If you need any help then reception and staff is always there. They are very supportive. The Island have a beach bar with beautiful view, sunset bar where they have every evening live Music at 5.30 for sunset, where people can come and have a drink and watch beautiful sun go down with beautiful moments. This resort is Turtle nature reserve resort and they release baby turtles quite often. Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is widely praised for eco‑luxury escape with beautiful beaches, excellent snorkelling with warm hospitality and high ratings for its natural setting, service, and value, making it a strong choice if you’re looking for a peaceful, nature‑focused island stay. Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu stands out as a quiet, eco‑friendly, barefoot‑luxury resort on a private island in the Baa Atoll. Guests consistently highlight its gorgeous lagoon and excellent snorkelling and laid‑back romantic atmosphere. The resort blends rustic charm with comfort, prioritizing sustainability and natural beauty over flashy modern design. Dhuni kolhu Island in the UNESCO‑protected Baa Atoll Biosphere Reserve. You can reach via seaplane, offering stunning aerial views. The island is medium‑sized, lush, and extremely peaceful — ideal for couples and nature lovers. Villas & Accommodation This resort has 98 villas, all designed with natural materials like rattan and wood to blend into the tropical surroundings. Beach Villas: Direct beach access, rustic charm, some with private plunge pools. Lagoon/Water Villas: Stilted over the lagoon, perfect for instant snorkelling. Design Style: Thatched roofs, four‑poster beds, open‑air bathrooms a barefoot chic aesthetic. Activities & Experiences; Snorkelling & Diving, Excellent house reef with Snorkelling right off the beach, free snorkelling gear and introductory dive sessions. Access to world‑class marine life in the Baa Atoll. Water Sports - Catamarans, kayaks, windsurfing, and more. Excursions trips to a nearby deserted island. Dolphin watching and sunset cruises available. Wellness Spa and fitness centre is excellent and have Ayurvedic spa treatments in the resort which I love. I had Shirodhara massage by Priya who is trained from Kerala provided excellent service I really enjoyed it after long flight from UK. The Coco spa setting is beautiful and Arjun in the spa looked after us. Spa have a sauna in beautiful setting outside just plants around it and nothing else like in jungle but peaceful feeling. This resort have a courts for tennis, volleyball, and badminton. Dining has two restaurants main one far buffet and an second one for a la carte option. Two bars for cocktails and sunset views. Food quality is rated above average for the Maldives. Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is strongly committed to environmental protection. This resort is Eco‑friendly design and operations. Recognized as a Preferred Boutique Hotel for its sustainability and service excellence. Celebrated in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2024. Stunning beaches and lagoon Excellent snorkelling and diving, Eco‑luxury vibe with natural materials ,Romantic, peaceful atmosphere, Friendly staff and strong service, Good value for the Maldives. Rustic style may feel less modern than some 5‑star resorts, Seaplane transfer, Wi‑Fi strongest in lobby and water villas only Coco Palm Dhuni Kolhu is perfect if you want a tranquil, nature‑immersed Maldivian escape with great snorkelling, warm service, and a rustic‑luxury vibe. It’s not the flashiest resort in the Maldives, but it excels in authenticity, beauty, and relaxation and offers great value. This resort have their own little farm where they grow lots of herbs, fruits and vegetables and you can visit the site, and they chicken, Parrot, and Peacock on this island. You can see rescue Turtles on the site as well. Lots of elderly repeaters come back. One older UK couple visited this resort 59 times. I am sure love, care and respect, peace, tranquil beauty of Maldives brings people back. This island has a beach party on the lagoon with music and bar set up on the beach which you will not get bored in the evenings. Last day we met the resort manager Mr. Siraj who explained about the resort and Maldives, had good conversation and we received Coco Palm T-Shirts and some gifts to our room from Mr. Siraj, It was my birthday so I would like to say Thank you to the resort manager Mr. Siraj for our hospitality. Beach Bar boys are all good with great hospitality. Overall we had a great stay and enjoyed our stay and definitely recommend it.