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COMO Cocoa Island

Malé, Maldives • South Malé Atoll • OVER THE TOP

avg. $820 / night

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At a glance

Overwater villas designed as dhoni hulls with white shiplap interiors and teak-deck restaurant in South Malé Atoll.

Best for: Architecture enthusiasts and cultural travelers

Highlights:

  • 33 overwater villas shaped like traditional dhoni fishing boats
  • Interiors with white shiplap, dark hardwood, and rattan ceilings
  • Restaurant with teak decking and rope-timber chairs
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PB hotel design editorial

Drawn from the same coral-fringed sandbank that gave ancient Maldivian dhoni builders their timber, Cocoa Island was reimagined by Christina Ong's COMO Hotels as a direct homage to the traditional fishing vessel — each of its 33 overwater villas built in the silhouette of a dhoni hull, their dark-thatched roofs arcing low over the lagoon in South Malé Atoll. The concept, developed with Singapore-based designers working closely to COMO's characteristic restraint, makes the property one of the few in the Maldives where the architectural conceit has genuine cultural grounding rather than generic tropical pastiche. The interiors carry that same discipline. White-painted shiplap walls and steeply pitched woven-rattan ceilings give the villas a compressed, boat-like intimacy, while dark hardwood floors and charcoal-lacquered furniture — low platform beds, clean-lined credenzas with circular rattan mirrors — keep the palette anchored without competing with the turquoise lagoon framed beyond navy-painted bifold doors. The contrast between the deep indigo joinery and the bleached-white structural frame is a detail that recurs across the property, appearing again in the main restaurant, where woven rattan pendant lanterns hang over teak tables paired with rope-and-timber chairs upholstered in navy cushions, the whole room sitting on a striped teak deck that echoes the dhoni's timber planking. The central pool pavilion, set on white sand and shaded by mature takamaka trees, completes a resort that has kept its original idea intact.

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About

COMO Cocoa Island has reopened on the 9th of January 2020 following a seven-month refurbishment. COMO Cocoa Island is home to 33-overwater villas inspired by local Dhoni boats, the accommodations have been recast top-to-bottom with clean-lined contemporary interiors created by Singapore-based Lekker Architects. The resort also gained an open-sided Pilates and yoga studio, which sits in an elevated position above the lagoon offering 360-degree views. A thrid of the private Island is occupied by the COMO Shambhala Retreat, the island's wellness centre, which offers Asian-based wellness therapies, nutritional advise and exercise in the resort's state-of-the-art new gym. A highlight is the hydrotherapy pool with high-pressure jets used for water-based treatments. COMO Cocoa Island is also providing activities to complement the holistic wellness offering, such as a PADI-certificate dive centre, reef diving, wreck diving, UV night snorkeling and whale shark expeditions.

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COMO Cocoa Island Reviews

2,019 reviews

"I had a really good experience during my stay at the resort. The staff were friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help, which made the whole stay even more enjoyable. The atmosphere was relaxing, and everything came together to make it a pleasant and memorable experience."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 18, 2026

"I am ashamed that it took me so long to write a review given the stupendous time that we had at Como Cocoa Island! We traveled here to celebrate my 40th birthday and the staff at Como Cocoa Island went above and beyond to make me feel special! My stress levels plummeted - we were SO relaxed. We traveled at the end of February and had some issues with our return flight being cancelled (going through DXB). As a result, we got a few more days at Como and got to stay in two different rooms. Our original booking was for Dhoni Loft Water Villa which we loved - I would actually say we almost preferred the Dhoni Water Villa a touch more. The seating/couch area was slightly more comfortable and it was nice to not have to go up and downstairs when you needed something from the exquisite bathroom downstairs. But both are AMAZING options with pristine views and top tier amenities. We are divers so had the opportunity to spend time out on the water enjoying the beautiful coral reefs and dive sites around the island. There are 3 reefs on the actual island themselves and there is SO much wildlife to enjoy just by snorkeling from your room. We saw nudibranchs, octopus, sharks, turtles, squid just snorkeling. While diving, we even saw a WHALE SHARK which was incredible and a first for us. A big thank you to the entire dive squad that made our trip so special - Max, Ilaria, Sharky, Ali, Saitte, Nim and Mort. We also did the night snorkel and UV tour with Ilaria which was a very unique way to see the underwater world at night! She's so well informed and passionate, we would definitely recommend! I would be remiss without mentioning the restaurant, chef and front of house staff as well. Every meal was excellent - they have theme nights but you can also order off of the regular menu. We were a little apprehensive that there was only one restaurant and that we may tire of the options but the menu is expansive and changes often for dinner. We enjoyed Chef Federico's Degustation Dinner for my birthday and he really knocks it out of the park. I can still taste the Culurgiones (smoked potato, pecorino sardo, goat cheese and dill oil ravioli)! Hindra made our time in the restaurant extremely special - he made us laugh, gave us superb recommendations and shared experiences from his home in Bali that in turn made us feel right at home. We are grateful for our friendship and his hospitality! The whole restaurant staff (Binoy, Ravi, Blu, Michael, Photo, John, Anara, Saeed, Suman, Sulthan) made us feel so welcome and special! Last, a very special thank you to Arta and her team including Wisam and Ibrihim for curating such a beautiful environment from the staff to the facilities and for making us feel extremely pampered. What could have been a rocky departure for us with a cancelled flight, they swooped right in and took the stress away from us by welcoming us for at least another night. There is such a unique, relaxed energy and aura on this island that makes you feel grateful for being able to have put your feet in the sand there. We can't wait to return! Thank you!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Aug 10, 2026

"This was my second visit, and this hotel is so perfect! Especially once again it was an unforgettable diving experience. Whether we visited the same dive sites as last year or explored new ones, every dive was exciting, beautiful, and full of surprises. We saw eagle rays, sharks, many sea turtles, Napoleon wrasse, stingrays, and dogtooth tuna, while countless colorful tropical fish decorated the reefs. The coral was mainly hard coral, but there were also beautiful overhangs covered with vibrant soft corals. Not only were the dive instructors highly professional and kind, but the boat crew was also incredibly kind and attentive, making every dive safe, comfortable, and enjoyable. I have visited the Maldives over 10th times, and in my opinion, this resort offers the best collection of dive sites I have experienced. Thank you all for another wonderful holiday. I hope to dive with you again in the near future!"

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 27, 2026

"First of all, I have been to many places. Dare i said i know how a luxury resort should be like, inside out. Something about COMO Cocoa Island that i found very different; I can read the owner’s vision through guests experience. The Resort is small, but you can see Luxury at every corners. The Villa is very simple, classy, elegant and beautiful, the little details, such as the small-old fashion clock by the bed, that being highlight of the room. The team are so warm and professional, Thank you Binoy and IVD team for the In Room Dining, you guys provided a seamless yet touched and efficient service. Phoo and Ufaa team are so friendly, helpful and professional. Oh! I like Como Shambala Iced Tea that Phoo recommened, it taste absolutely increadible, exactly how healthy drinks i wish would taste like :) Thanks to Blu&Ravi at Faru Bar, the cocktails were amazing! You must try Como Shambala Signature Treatments, my husband and i loved it so much. Heart full thank you to Nok, Lalita and Tari, the treatment we had is our favorite experience. Also i would like to sincerely thank the housekeeping team, especially Hood and Aman. We loved how the way they put attention to details. I could go on and on but it would never end, cs this was a ultimate amazing memories i’d hold dear. Thanks Artha, Wisam, Ibbe, Janani and the whole COMO family. 🫶🏻 hoping to see you all again soon."

A Tripadvisor traveler review

Jul 22, 2026

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