Cocogiri Island Resort
Forty villas, one private island, Vaavu Atoll all around you.
An island resort on Cocogiri Island
Cocogiri Island Resort sits on its own island in Vaavu Atoll, about 65 km from Velana International Airport. With just 40 villas split between overwater and beachfront positions, the scale stays small enough that the staff know guests by name — service is the standout theme across more than 800 Google reviews, rated 4.8/5. The resort holds a SATA Award, TripAdvisor Awards for 2023 and 2024, and a Haute Award 2024. Azure Lagoona Restaurant and White Sands Bar & Café handle dining, Ameera Spa runs holistic treatments, and a dive school on site means the house reef is genuinely accessible.
The honest verdict
A small-island resort where attentive service, a snorkellable house reef, and overwater or beachfront villas with jacuzzis are the main draws.
Best for
- Couples wanting a private overwater villa with jacuzzi or pool
- Divers and snorkellers after a house reef
- Travellers who want all-inclusive simplicity on a boutique scale
- Families — the resort runs a Kids Club
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers who prefer a large, multi-resort island with shops and nightlife
- Those on a tight budget with no flexibility on all-inclusive pricing
What a stay costs
Indicative room-only estimate from the lowest nightly rate — excludes airport transfers, taxes and seasonal price changes. Many Maldives properties also require a minimum stay. Check live rates for your dates.
Inside Cocogiri Island Resort Maldives
Getting there
Cocogiri Island Resort sits on Cocogiri Island in Vaavu Atoll, about 65 km from Velana International Airport (MLE) — roughly a 75-minute speedboat. The resort arranges transfers for guests on arrival.
Transfer fares depend on the package and some stays include them — confirm with the resort when booking.
On the map
The island of Cocogiri Island is part of Vaavu Atoll. Vaavu Atoll is a small, quiet region famous for nurse-shark dives and the long Fotteyo Kandu reef.
Maldives tours & activities
Excursions you can book for a Maldives stay — manta & whale-shark snorkelling, sandbank picnics, diving and sunset cruises. Availability varies by island; filter by your dates and location on GetYourGuide.
Across 828 Google reviews, service draws the strongest response: 479 of 505 mentions are positive. The property itself scores 278 positives from 292 mentions, and cleanliness is the most consistent theme at 96 out of 100 positive. Nature, dining, and breakfast all run well above 85% positive. Room reviews are slightly more mixed at 97 of 121 positive.
- Things to do3.5
- Restaurants1.6
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Cocogiri Island Resort from the airport?
The resort is 65 km from Velana International Airport. A 75-minute speedboat option is also referenced in aggregator data. Check directly with the resort for current transfer schedules and costs.
How many villas does the resort have?
There are 40 villas in total: 20 water villas across three categories and 20 Beach Villas. The Pool Jacuzzi Water Villa and Standard Jacuzzi Water Villa have only two rooms each, so availability in those categories is limited.
Which water villa has a private pool?
The Pool Jacuzzi Water Villa includes a private pool. There are only two rooms in this category. The Standard Jacuzzi Water Villa has a 3.5 sq m deck jacuzzi instead of a full pool, and the base Water Villa includes a personal jacuzzi.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling?
Yes. The resort has a house reef, and snorkelling is available from the island. An on-site dive school also arranges guided dives at the reef, so you do not need to book with an external operator.
What restaurants and bars are at the resort?
Azure Lagoona Restaurant serves local Maldivian and international dishes a la carte from 10 am to 10 pm. White Sands Bar & Café operates alongside it with a bar and a la carte café menu.
Is Cocogiri all inclusive?
Yes, an all-inclusive package is available. Note that a la carte dining is not included in it. The resort also has a current offer of 25% off for stays of four or more nights, with complimentary round-trip speedboat transfers.
Is there a spa at Cocogiri?
Ameera Spa is on the island and focuses on holistic treatments. An infinity pool is associated with the spa facility. Book treatments in advance, particularly during peak season when availability can be tight.
Are there activities for children?
The resort runs a Kids Club. Watersports, snorkelling, and excursions around Vaavu Atoll are also available and can be arranged for families. Contact the resort for age guidelines and Kids Club hours.
What watersports and excursions can be arranged?
The resort arranges jet skiing, big-game fishing, and tailor-made excursions. Snorkelling at the house reef and diving with the on-site dive school are the primary water-based activities.
Has the resort won any awards?
Yes. Cocogiri holds a SATA Award, TripAdvisor Awards for 2023 and 2024, and a Haute Award 2024.
What is the resort's Google rating?
Cocogiri Island Resort is rated 4.8/5 on Google, based on 828 reviews. Service and cleanliness are the most consistently praised themes across those reviews.
How much is Cocogiri Island Resort?
Sampled nightly rates at Cocogiri Island Resort Maldives start around $379, varying by season and room type. Live prices are confirmed at checkout.
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