Kanuhura Hotel Maldives is situated on Lhaviyani Atoll, approx. 40 minutes by seaplane from Male.

Kanuhura Hotel Maldives offers 6 categories of luxury villas and suites, which will cater each individual preferences and needs of all guests:

• Beach Villa (62 m²).
• Water Villa (125 m²).
• Grand Water Villa (135 m²).
• Duplex Villa (132 m²).
• Grand Beach Villa (188m²).
• Kanuhura Private Retreat - New!! Available as from 01.11.2011.

Beach Villa:
The Beach Villas are dotted on the island's coral sand fringe. Each with a bedroom area and windows looking out to sea, a large open-air bathroom with a stone bath and outdoor shower, dressing room area and a decked terrace leading to a private stretch of beach. Facilities in room: Air Conditioning, balcony/terrace, shower room, bath, bathrobe, CD/DVD player, hairdryer, radio, safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, & mini-bar.

Water Villa:
Alluringly romantic and tremendously private, the Water Villas are perched above the ocean on sturdy wooden stilts with steps leading into the sea. Facilities in room: Air Conditioning, balcony/terrace, shower room, bath, bathrobe, CD/DVD player, hairdryer, radio, safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, & mini-bar.

Grand Water Villa:
Spectacular in design and sumptuous in style, the Grand Water Villas are set on sun-drenched stilts over the lagoon. Facilities in room: Air Conditioning, balcony/terrace, shower room, bath, bathrobe, CD/DVD player, hairdryer, radio, safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, & mini-bar.

Duplex Villa:
The Duplex Villa comprises two Beach Villas joined together and is perfect for families or friends travelling together. Facilities in room: Air Conditioning, balcony/terrace, shower room, bath, bathrobe, CD/DVD player, hairdryer, radio, safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, & mini-bar.

Grand Beach Villa:
The Grand Beach Villa is the largest of all the resort's accommodation; it offers a home-away-from-home atmosphere especially ideal for long-staying guests, families and those seeking total privacy. Facilities in room: Air Conditioning, balcony/terrace, shower room, bath, bathrobe, CD/DVD player, hairdryer, radio, safe, satellite TV, tea/coffee making facilities, telephone, & mini-bar.

Water Sports Centre
The Water Sports Centre is a member of the internationally recognised Association of Windsurfing Schools in Germany, or VDWS (Verband Deutscher Windsurf und Wassersport Schulen e.v). With the very best in qualified instructors and water sports equipment, guests are assured of a safe and fun time on the various excursions and lessons that are offered. Speedboats rentals, canoes, four-seater banana, water-skis, fun tubes, kneeboards and catamarans are also available.

Sun Dive Centre
Lhaviyani Atoll is known for its stunning underwater fauna and marine life, offering some of the best dive sites in the world. Over 40 dive sites, including two shipwrecks and a manta point are accessible within minutes from the resort. The PADI 5 Gold Palm certified dive centre offers newcomers a first-class introduction to diving and unique excursions for experienced divers. Nitrox diving is also available without extra cost

Land activities
Kanuhura has a large fresh water swimming pool, beach volley, two floodlit tennis courts, an air-conditioned squash court, table tennis, games room, library and a lifestyle boutique.

A tennis/squash instructor is available as a playing partner or for coaching sessions. Guests can also enjoy darts; table soccer and billiards in the games room, or just relax with a good read in our library.

Due to the country’s Islamic culture, topless and nude sunbathing is strictly prohibited.

Gym
The spa also has a fully equipped fitness centre, aerobics studio, spa boutique, and separate steam bath, dry sauna, cold plunge pools and Jacuzzis, for ladies and gentlemen. The spa has eight treatment rooms including four doubles. The outdoor spa pavilion is the ideal setting for massages overlooking the lagoon.

Spa
A diverse range of treatments and a comprehensive range of facilities, within beautifully wooden interiors, provide guests with a sanctuary for relaxation and overall body care. Signature massages like the Aroma Stone Therapy and Maldivian Theyo Dhemun are a “must-try”.

Kids
The Kids Club offers imaginative fun for kids aged 4 – 11 years, with organised games, videos, web surfing or the library to choose from. A world of natural wonders is just waiting to be discovered – hermit crabs, shells, and an abundance of colourful fish. Parents or a baby-sitter should accompany all children under 4 years of age.

Babysitting services by professionally trained nannies are also available on request at a fee. Please note that the minimum age for infants is 4 months. Open daily from 9 am to midday, from 2 pm to 5 pm and from 7pm to 10pm

Lava Lounge
Lava Lounge can be used as a private movie cinema with popcorn, for watching big-screen sporting events during major world competitions, or as a conference and meeting room (for up to 50 people, theatre-style). A range of audio-visual equipment is available.

Nashaa Club
The Maldives’ first discotheque is hidden away at the far end of the island. Music chart toppers and cocktail mixers!

Thin Rah
Kanuhura’s main restaurant serves buffets for breakfast and dinner, featuring local and international cuisines and an array of exciting delicacies are prepared on open-cooking stations. Themed evenings present guests with interesting Dining options throughout their stay

Olive Tree
Presenting à la carte dishes from the Mediterranean, the Olive Tree features an open oven with pizza bar. Other specialities include fresh pasta, salads, grilled seafood and steaks. Open for lunch and dinner around the pool

Veli Café
Set on a deck above the beach, this is one of the most romantic spots on the island. Aromatic Asian fusion specialities include the freshest catch from the Indian Ocean served for dinner. Open for lunch and dinner

Jehunuhura Island
Jehunuhura is a private island getaway just minutes from Kanuhura. The island offers guests a relaxing retreat from the heat of the afternoon sun with luxury picnic hampers for lunch. In the evening, the island hosts private parties or romantic hideaways for two

In-Villa Dining
In-Villa Dining caters for breakfast, light snacks, romantic dinners and special celebrations in the privacy of guests’ villas or at various locations on the island.
Available 24-hours

Handhuvaru Bar
Sit back, relax and enjoy cool drinks, cocktails and light snacks throughout the day by the poolside or in the shade of the bar. A classic place for sunset cocktails.

Moodhu Lounge
Enjoy your evening with aperitifs and canapés or after dinner drinks with the sound of the sea and breeze while watching the stars.

Dress code
The dress code when Dining at our bars & restaurants is smart casual or island chic. Clothing must be worn over swimwear and gentlemen are kindly requested to wear long pants in the evening.