Chinese-speaking staffSandbankPADI dive centerSpaGood house reefWater sports
Experience ratings
Snorkeling4 / 54
Beach5 / 55
Families3 / 53
Lagoon4 / 54
Honeymoon5 / 55
Photography5 / 55
House reef4 / 54
About the island
Dhunikolhu Island is 124 km from Male Airport and can be reached in just a short 30-minute seaplane flight. It is located on the secluded Dhuni Kolhu islet in Baa Atoll, Maldives. The island has dense vegetation and is surrounded by white beaches and a clear turquoise lagoon. A range of water sports is available here. Thatched-roof villas are the feature of Coco Palm Resort; they are either scattered among palm groves, quiet and deep, or built on stilts over the lagoon against the sea and deserted islands.
Why stay here
Dhunikolhu Island emphasizes an ecological style; whether beach villas, water villas, or restaurants, it tries to maintain natural rustic simplicity. The beach villas are not as full of mosquitoes as imagined, but the pure white mosquito nets are still very likable and instantly make one feel peaceful. There are relatively few Chinese, the beach and snorkeling are both good, the staff service is very enthusiastic, and the food is also good.
Highlights
This island has few Chinese, good service, and apart from seeing many people at meals, usually the island feels like it is just you; very suitable for lovers of pristine nature, beach lovers, tropical rainforest lovers, quiet lovers, and those against high-rises and modernity. Here you fully experience the Maldives' pristine and beautiful natural environment, with only yourself.
Before you go
No public pool, no kids' club
Villas and rooms
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Beach Villa
Room count · 23Area · 87㎡Private pool · None
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Room Description: The Maldives Beach Villa spans 87 square meters, featuring a luxurious king-size bed with canopy, lounge area, writing desk, vanity, wash basin, and wardrobe. Your private garden bathroom completes the promise of a harmonious sanctuary. A short shaded sandy path leads from the villa to the beach, where your private beach cabana and sun loungers await your sun-drenched sojourn. From here, nothing stands between you and perfect bliss.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
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Sunset Beach Villa
Room count · 25Area · 87㎡Private pool · None
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Each Maldives Sunset Beach Villa features 87 sqm of charming minimalist design, equipped with a canopied luxurious king-size bed, seating area, writing desk, vanity, washbasin and wardrobe. Armchairs on the terrace provide shade beneath the broad thatched roof of the Maldives Beach Villa. The sound of thatch edges and mature tropical plants and trees in the soft breeze perfectly captures the mood of island life. Stroll along a short canopy path lined with lush plants and trees leading to the island's largest beach and the lagoon beyond.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
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Deluxe Villa
Room count · 27Area · 87㎡Private pool · Yes
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These Coco Palm luxury villas are 87 sqm and feature the charm of Maldivian architecture, with four-poster beds with netted canopies, terracotta floors, sofas, seating areas with tables and chairs, writing desks, dressing tables, double washbasins, wardrobes, and garden bathrooms with sunken bathtubs. Outside, the terrace and freshwater plunge pool are completely private, surrounded by dense vegetation around the villa. To reach the beach, just a few steps along the sandy path, where sun loungers and the sea await.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
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Lagoon Villa
Room count · 12Area · 87㎡Private pool · Yes
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These lagoon villas in the Maldives are situated over the water, just a wooden walkway from the beach, designed to provide privacy and panoramic views for each villa. Inside, a four-poster king-size bed, wooden floors, a luxurious Jacuzzi bathroom, and authentic Maldivian furniture and artwork create a relaxed feel. Outside, a spacious sun deck features a seating area and your own sunken freshwater plunge pool.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
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Sunset Lagoon Villas
Room count · 2Area · 154㎡Private pool · Yes
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At 154 square meters, it presents the feel of the finest luxury hotel suite. The separate living area is decorated with traditional Maldivian handicrafts and features a minibar, safe, tea/coffee making facilities, writing desk, and a seating area with sofa. Under the slanted thatched ceiling, minimalist style and ample space are an invigorating antidote to the daily grind of your time with us. The spa bathtub offers stunning ocean views, setting the tone for a refined bathroom. On the private main deck in front of the villa, the freshwater plunge pool with a glass floor lets you enjoy views of water upon water.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
Restaurants and bars
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Cowrie
Service style · A la carte BuffetGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Cowrie restaurant offers a delicious buffet for every meal. Breakfast is a faithful tribute to the different ways the world starts a new day. From sashimi to congee, the variety and quality let you find your favorite dishes or try something new. Lunch offers a variety of fresh and delicious salads, breads, cold cuts and desserts, as well as hot dishes prepared in full view as our chefs work their magic in the open central kitchen. Dinner celebrates the distinctive cuisines of Asia, and Friday night is Maldivian Night. At every feast, our chefs present and serve stunning centerpiece dishes, such as a whole roasted tuna of the day's catch.
Hours
All day
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CORNUS
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Asian flavorDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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The flavors, textures, colors, and vibrant spirit of Asian cuisine are Cornus's passion. In the dappled green shade, the soft sand underfoot awakens the sense of touch. Taste and smell are drawn to the fresh deliciousness of Thailand's most exquisite dishes. Sight and hearing are equally captivated by the turquoise sea and the sound of palm trees swaying in the gentle breeze while enjoying our decadent Maldivian Thai cuisine. Connected to the beach bar by a sandy path through the garden, a pre- or post-dinner drink is the natural choice.
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Dinner
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Beach Villa
Hours · All dayBar specialty · Drinks, soft drinks, snacks
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The Maldives beach bar is located on the island's expansive western beach, offering the ultimate sunset experience. From here, the Indian Ocean stretches out before you as you watch the sun and evening light slowly sink below the horizon, inspiring guests to take time to reflect on the amazing workings of the universe. Slip into the lounge chairs or under the umbrellas dotted around the bar, order, bury your toes deep in the sand, and let nature do the rest. The beach bar's menu features both tropical creations and established favorites. Magic Moment was created for a couple who have visited us every year since 2000. It blends vodka, Midori melon liqueur, and lime juice, perfectly capturing the essence of the island. The Aperol Spritz puts the orange of the sunset into your drink.
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CONCH BAR
Hours · All dayBar specialty · Drinks, soft drinks, snacks
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Under the cover of a tall thatched pavilion, with pink-white sand beneath your feet, Conch, our Maldives bar and café, is a relaxed and stylish spot for coffee, a light lunch, or a delicious cocktail. Located among the greenery at the southwest tip of the island, our deepest beach is your beautiful view. Conch Bar is loved for its relaxed mood. Guests judge time by their feelings rather than the clock. When hungry, it's time to enjoy the vitality of salads, the juiciness of flame-grilled burgers, or the enticing Mediterranean charm of pasta dishes. When thirsty, enjoy fresh juices, long coolers, or something stronger throughout the afternoon and evening. On selected nights, our Maldives bar and café features live band music as the sky transitions from blue to orange to deep indigo.
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COCO SPA
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Introduction: Harness the healing properties of tropical plants and their fruits to bring genuine refreshment to our guests. Our luxury spa includes five ambient rooms offering treatments inspired by ancient Indonesian, Thai and Indian Ayurvedic techniques. With products backed by over 50 years of experience, the Thalgo range is the undisputed expert in thalassotherapy. The Spice Bath Ritual is a unique wellness experience. Sip a local Kurumba drink while soaking in hot water infused with fresh ginger, lime, lemongrass, galangal and betel leaves. This removes impurities from the skin and promotes cell renewal. Perhaps our signature wellness treatment "Journey to the Maldives" will take you to another level of relaxation. Pour local virgin coconut oil over shells for gentle yet deep relief of muscle tension. A well-equipped gym awaits guests who like to keep up the good work, and our yoga pavilion nestled among the foliage invites you to reconnect mind, body and soul.
Snorkeling
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Introduction: Providing our guests with hands-on and luxurious underwater experiences. Whether you are an absolute beginner or an experienced diver, you will surely find the most suitable diving for you at our PADI-certified center. Coco Dive Center has a diverse team of instructors from around the world. All course materials, including textbooks and instructional videos, are also available in multiple languages.
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Water sports
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Introduction: For water sports speed demons, jet skis and jet skis in the Maldives are guaranteed to be a thrill. Water skiing, surfing, parasailing, big game fishing, wakeboarding, and kneeboarding await adventurers. Sailing, paddleboarding, and kayaking in the Maldives offer gentler experiences.
Sunset & Dolphin Cruise
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Introduction: Hop aboard one of our handcrafted dhoni boats and cruise around the island as the sun sets. Led by the curl of the boat's iconic black bow, the combination of gentle waters, a slow pace, champagne and canapés creates a dreamy pre-dinner date. Join a group on specific dates, or request a private cruise to Maldives attractions for an extra touch of luxury. Our wild dolphin friends are never far away. They play in the morning sun and bask in the warm evening light, and are easy to spot. Morning cruises on specific dates will take you to watch spinner dolphins perform joyful acrobatics. Near the islands, bottlenose dolphins leap in the wake of boats. On rare occasions, Risso's dolphins are spotted near the islands. In < > 2015, a pod was discovered. These majestic creatures are both dazzling and mysterious.