Atmosphere Kanifushi

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

The hotel

Offering a unique premium All-Inclusive package, the sun-kissed Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives is an exceptional resort. It promises unlimited cocktails and mocktails, premium brand drinks and a choice of dining, with a complimentary fine dining evening dinner experience at The Sunset or Pier Six, not to mention al carte lunches at The Sunset included, plus fine dining at Just Veg for both lunch and dinner. And did we mention Ceylon Bliss, also included within the plan where you can sample mouth-watering cuisine from the local Sri Lankan chef. From the minute you’re personally met at Malé International Airport by the Atmosphere Team, you’re taken care of. Nothing is too much trouble, whether it’s filling your mini-bar or taking you on complimentary snorkelling adventures twice daily. And your spacious, detached villa or suite provides ample private space to relax and leads directly on to the white sands and turquoise lagoon, the new Kanifushi Residences are wonderful private villas - a good option if you are travelling in a group. One of the largest resort islands in the Maldives, this 2km-long paradise features a swimming pool at each end including one adult only, to give you sunrise and sunset views as you swim — grab a bike and cycle between the two! Don’t forget to make time and head to the spa for your complimentary spa treatments included within the plan based on length of stay.

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Babysitting service
  • Bar
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa

Where is it

In the Lhaviyani Atoll, along a large natural lagoon. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 35 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

162 detached villas and suites. All with direct access to the beach and lagoon beyond, whirlpool bathtub, private outdoor area, ceiling fan, tea/coffee-making facilities, safe, WiFi access, DVD player, 32" flat-screen TV and iPod docking station.

Sunset Beach Villas offer direct beach access just a few meters in front of their large open air veranda with 1 queen-size bed and either an over-sized day bed or 2 rollaway beds, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Additional amenities include a well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily.

Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at The Spice - main buffet restaurant with live cooking stations, theme nights and grill. Lunch and dinner at Just Veg restaurant (reservations required). Street food style light meals and beverages at Ceylon Bliss from 5-9pm daily excepts Wednesdays and Sundays. A selection of snacks at The Liquid & Sunset Pool bar. One a la carte fine dining experience per guest (minimum 4 night stay required, pre booking required) at the following restaurants: The Sunset, or Pier Six. Premium brands of spirits, beer, and liquor available The Spice, The Liquid, The Sunset and Just Veg. Unlimited cocktails, mocktails, signature drinks, fresh and packaged juices, soft drinks, mineral water, and a selection of tea and coffee available from the KANIFUSHI PLAN™ Cocktails, Spirits, & Beer Menu. A wide selection of premium wines from the world-over and bubbles from the KANIFUSHI PLAN™ Wine Menu. In-villa mini-bar stocked with beer, two wines, soft drinks, and a selection of snacks – replenished once daily. 1 x 45-minute spa treatment included per adult for every 4 nights. 50% discount on one couple’s massage from a selection at Akiri Spa by Mandara. 20% discount on the first two regular dives per guest (guests must hold a valid dive certificate; no discounts apply if the guest does not dive). One complimentary sunset fishing, per guest, per stay (weather permitting). One complimentary excursion from a selection of exciting excursions, per guest, per stay (weather permitting). Unlimited non-motorised water sports with Dive and Sail throughout the stay (windsurfing, catamaran sailing, canoeing, paddle boarding). Access to The Clubhouse – Sports & Recreation Centre, floodlit tennis court, fully equipped gymnasium, and outdoor and indoor recreational activities. Daily music and DJ night events. Two snorkelling excursions during the stay and complimentary snorkelling equipment for all guests throughout their stay. Seaplane transfers are included.

Please note: Pier Six is open for dinner (7:00pm-10:30pm). The Sunset is open for dinner. The Teppanyaki Grill at Pier Six is open for 2 sittings at dinner on pre-booking; on a chargeable basis and excluded from the Kanifushi Plan package.

Please note: Atmosphere Kanifushi Plan will cease at 11:00am on your day of departure.

Kanifushi Beach Villa with Pool offer direct beach access just a few meters in front of their large open air veranda with 1 queen-size bed and either an over-sized day bed or 2 rollaway beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child.

2 Bedroom Sunset Family Beach Villas are sets of interconnecting Sunset Beach Villas, sleeping maximum 6 people (with maximum 4 adults).

Water Villas are perched over a lagoon with a private wooden sundeck with loungers and direct access into the sea, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Extra amenities include a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily; and a Sony Bluetooth speaker.

Sunset Beach Villa with pool offer a beachfront location with a 30m² private pool in the private garden looking out at the ocean, with 1 queen-size bed and 1 oversized day bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Sunset Bar available on all days during the stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Sunset Water Villa with pool offer ultimate overwater luxury, stretched along the northern end of the island with a private wooden deck and 20m² private pool with loungers and ocean views, with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Pier Six available on all days during stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Kanifushi Grand Pool Villa is a one bedroom villa with sweeping oceanfront views with a 40m² lap pool with daybeds, sun loungers and a Maldivan swing making up a fabulous poolside set up. The bedroom has 1 king-size bed, with an oversized day bed in the living room, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children, or 3 adults and 1 child. Additional amenities include direct check-in at villa, a pillow menu, well stocked in-villa mini-bar with beer, wine, juices, bottled water, and snacks, replenished daily, a Sony Bluetooth speaker, welcome bottle of sparkling wine in the room with canapes, daily refreshed fruit basket, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), optional a la carte breakfast at the Sunset Bar available on all days during the stay, one complimentary dining per week at The Sunset speciality restaurant or the Pier Six speciality seafood over-water fine dining.

Kanifushi Residence is the ultimate villa, complete with living/dining room, pantry, entertainment room, and two bedrooms, plus a private free form swimming pool, sleeping maximum 4 adults and 3 children, or 5 adults and 2 children. Additional amenities include a grand welcome with personalised villa signage, direct check-in at the villa, champagne on arrival with canapes, fruit basket and cookie jar replenished daily, enhanced in-villa mini-bar with beer, red and white wines, juices, bottled water, and snacks such as mixed nuts, chips, and chocolates, replenished daily, additional 2 bottles of preferred alcohol brands of your choice (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan spirit menu), and 2 bottles of wine of your choice (1 white and 1 red) refilled daily (from the Atmosphere Kanifushi plan wine menu), daily in-villa fresh coconut juice and homemade ice cream, in-villa breakfast once during stay (for stays of 5 nights or more), optional a la carte breakfast at The Sunset Bar for all days during the stay, optional daily muffin or high tea service, one additional complimentary dining per week at The Sunset or Pier Six speciality restaurants, exclusive butler service, dedicated buggy service, beach toys, special turn down service, customised pillow menu, and personalised departure momento.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 07 Oct '24 to receive up to 20% off the accommodation cost between 05 Jan –17 Oct '25. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Just Veg (100% meat-free cooking with recipes from the Mediterranean, Arabic, and Indian regions, open for lunch and dinner). The Liquid (Poolside bar serving drinks and bar snacks, as well as a fish and chip service in the evenings). The Sunset Pool Bar (light meals and drinks during the day, speciality fine dining in the evening. Pool bar remains open in the evening for drinks and shisha*). The Spice (all day buffet restaurant, offering International cuisine and themed nights throughout the week). Ceylon Bliss (Sri-Lankan street food). Teppanyaki Grill* (overwater restaurant, open for dinner). Pier Six (specialty over-the-water seafood restaurant, open for lunch and dinner). Marrakech (Moroccan shisha lounge). 

Indian Ocean themed Gala Night and entertainment on Sundays. White Beach BBQ on Wednesdays. Daily music and DJ night events, as well as theme nights, special disco nights and live performances throughout the year. 

50-metre swimming pool overlooking sea. Adults-only pool. Akiri Spa by Mandara*. Sunset fishing*. The Club House (tennis court, full gym, recreation centre for activities from Dhivehi language classes to cocktail making, and table tennis, subject to change). Dive & Sail (non-motorised water sports). Snorkelling (complimentary equipment and 2 excursions per day, weather permitting). Various seasonal activities. Excursions*. Morning Yoga. 

Complimentary WiFi access.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Honeymoon In Paradise

Sep 10, 2024 Muhammad

It was a wonderful honeymoon experience at Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives. We were greeted by the staff from the airport upon arrival and they facilitated our stay at the resort from beginning to the end of our stay. Grateful to have Ayaan as our guide, who assisted with all our queries and bookings throughout our stay. It was a perfectly splendid… Read more
It was a wonderful honeymoon experience at Atmosphere Kanifushi Maldives. We were greeted by the staff from the airport upon arrival and they facilitated our stay at the resort from beginning to the end of our stay. Grateful to have Ayaan as our guide, who assisted with all our queries and bookings throughout our stay. It was a perfectly splendid honeymoon in this little slice of paradise. Read less
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Sep 8, 2024 Anna U

Absolutly stunning resort. Everything was perfect. Kanifushi plan was more than i expected 😉 We booked kanifushi villa and surprisingly got free upgrade to grand villa. We were really happy, the grand villa was breathtaking 😍 but honestly as were walking the beach every villa looked great. Adult only pool was fun, i drink mocktails and somtimes… Read more
Absolutly stunning resort. Everything was perfect. Kanifushi plan was more than i expected 😉 We booked kanifushi villa and surprisingly got free upgrade to grand villa. We were really happy, the grand villa was breathtaking 😍 but honestly as were walking the beach every villa looked great. Adult only pool was fun, i drink mocktails and somtimes ask for something special, i was never disappointed. That was my 50 birthday present trip and i was really really happy ❤️ Thank You for making our stay amazing! Read less
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Sep 7, 2024 Nishma S London, United Kingdom

We went in August, taking a risk with the weather but thankfully the week we were there is rained once. We had the most amazing time. The island is stunning, warm water, crystal blue , the diving centre, its equipment and staff are outstanding. The shark snorkelling trip was great. The food in the buffet and just veg was excellent, if the Pier… Read more
We went in August, taking a risk with the weather but thankfully the week we were there is rained once. We had the most amazing time. The island is stunning, warm water, crystal blue , the diving centre, its equipment and staff are outstanding. The shark snorkelling trip was great. The food in the buffet and just veg was excellent, if the Pier could have a few more vegetarian choices that would be good, We split our stay between a water villa and beach villa. Each were stunning. We loved the bikes but there were not enough locks so people took the bikes, not ideal so would be good if the hotel can get more locks. We loved every minute of our trip. It’s simply stunning and the staff are amazing. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Akash was absolutely next level service over at the water villas, look out for him if you visit.

Sep 5, 2024 leeaP4993CS

My wide and I had a absolutely delightful time, we stayed at water villas sunset view and it did not disappoint. Other than the spectacular views and accommodation along with tge amazing island, the service especially from our villa keeper was next level he was amazing Mr Akash was so attentive throughout our stay he not only kept our villa… Read more
My wide and I had a absolutely delightful time, we stayed at water villas sunset view and it did not disappoint. Other than the spectacular views and accommodation along with tge amazing island, the service especially from our villa keeper was next level he was amazing Mr Akash was so attentive throughout our stay he not only kept our villa absolutely spotless but he also went above and beyond by surprising my wife with bubble bath and lovely messages created on our bed for her, Atmosphere was absolutely spectacular all staff were great always smiling and greeting with pleasantries, there is lots to do throughout the days from gorgeous spa treatments to waterspouts and excursions which were all top notch. Million percent visiting again and for longer next time, plan to bring daughter and grand daughter as is also perfect for family. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An exceptional paradise holiday

Sep 2, 2024 Cruiser714742

From the moment we arrived at Malè airport we knew this was going to be an exceptional holiday and Kanifushi did not disappoint. Atmosphere staff go out of their way to ensure that you have the best holiday - nothing is ever too much trouble for them. The sea plane ride to the island was breathtaking and added to the awe of this paradise holiday,… Read more
From the moment we arrived at Malè airport we knew this was going to be an exceptional holiday and Kanifushi did not disappoint. Atmosphere staff go out of their way to ensure that you have the best holiday - nothing is ever too much trouble for them. The sea plane ride to the island was breathtaking and added to the awe of this paradise holiday, as we soared above the atoll. The reception we received on arrival was a true reflection of Atmosphere and their philosophy about the type of holiday they want to provide for their guests. I won’t give too much away but, have your cameras at the ready! You are assigned to a key member of staff who looks after you throughout your trip and Aayan could not do enough for us as a family and we were truly grateful for this. Everything about the island is magical from the scenery, to the beach villas, to the experiences you can take part in. Thank you for the memories Kanifushi - we know we will return in the future! Read less