About COMO Cocoa Island
COMO Cocoa Island is a private island resort in the South Malé Atoll, reached by a 40-minute speedboat journey from Malé International Airport. With just 33 overwater villas designed in the shape of traditional Maldivian ‘dhoni’ fishing boats, the resort offers an intimate scale and a strong sense of place. Known for its personalised service, wellness-led philosophy, and understated design, it appeals to guests seeking quiet, space, and meaningful downtime.
The island itself is fringed by fine white sand and encircled by calm, turquoise waters rich with marine life. Although just a short ride from the capital, it feels remote, sheltered by its natural surroundings. Upon arrival, guests are met at the airport by COMO staff and escorted to the jetty, where the speedboat transfer begins. The journey sets the tone for the stay — unhurried, scenic, and removed from the usual pace of daily life. Through COMO Compass, guests can take part in snorkelling and diving excursions, sunset cruises with dolphin sightings, or guided visits to nearby islands.
Accommodation is set along a wooden boardwalk that stretches across the lagoon, with each villa suspended above the water. Interiors are minimalist but warm, with bleached wood, soft fabrics and large windows that frame the horizon. The Dhoni Water Villas and Dhoni Loft Water Villas feature split-level layouts and curved exteriors that echo the lines of local boats, while larger options — including the Water Villas with Pool, the COMO Sunrise Villa, and the three-bedroom COMO Sunset Villa — offer more expansive living, ideal for families or groups. Each space invites a slower rhythm, with direct access to the sea and uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean.
Dining in COMO Cocoa Island is centred around Ufaa, the resort’s all-day restaurant, where menus draw from South Indian, Mediterranean and Asian traditions. Many ingredients — particularly seafood — are sourced locally, and the COMO Shambhala Kitchen offers a parallel selection of nutritious, health-forward dishes. Guests can dine in-villa, by the beach, or under the stars, with more casual meals and cocktails served at Faru Bar, an open-air spot that comes alive at sunset. A seven-course Sardinian-inspired degustation is also available, curated by the Executive Chef and paired with selected wines.
Wellness is at the core of the resort’s identity. The COMO Shambhala Retreat sits quietly among palms and frangipani, with treatment rooms that look out over the water. Therapies include traditional massages, facials, and a range of body treatments, as well as access to one of the Maldives’ only hydrotherapy pools. Daily yoga and Pilates sessions take place in an ocean-facing pavilion, and tailored fitness programmes are offered for both adults and children. The focus is not only on relaxation, but on long-term wellbeing — physical, mental, and emotional.
COMO Cocoa Island also accommodates weddings and private gatherings, with flexible spaces for both intimate celebrations and full island takeovers. Ceremonies can be held on the resort’s sandbank, beneath palm trees in the yoga pavilion, or on the deck of a private water villa. Event coordination includes bespoke menus, curated group experiences, and logistical support, all shaped around the resort’s tranquil setting and relaxed pace. Whether for a symbolic exchange of vows or a multi-day retreat, the island offers a sense of privacy and depth that many couples seek — a setting where the experience feels both personal and quietly extraordinary.
