Kanuhura is a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World. Famed for its laid back luxury and authentic, natural Maldivian charm, Kanuhura is located on the eastern rim of the remote Lhaviyani Atoll, on its own private island.
Kanuhura has three gourmet restaurants, a poolside beach bar, a freshwater swimming pool and a wide variety of activities, such as scuba diving, water sports, spa, tennis and squash.
Each villa has its own private outdoor area with mesmerising views to the ocean. Extensive use of hand-crafted wood, raffia, bamboo and other natural materials creates and elegant rustic interior befitting the naturally beautiful island surroundings.
The Beach Villas are dotted on the island’s coral sand fringe. Private space extends onto the beach and out to the lagoon.
There are five beach villas duplexes which comprise of two interconnecting villas, and are perfect for families and larger parties.
Two Grand Bach Villas have two bedrooms, two large bathrooms with Jacuzzi bath, living room, kitchenette, dining table, veranda and a wide beachfront, the suites offer a ‘home away from home’, especially for long staying guests.
Out on the water, set along sun bleached wooden pontoons are 18 Water Villas. With private sundecks and steps that lead down into the water, each Water Villas offers guests direct access to the lagoon.
Two Grand Water Villas feature a bedroom, living room and a spacious sundeck with private Jacuzzi overlooking the lagoon and reef.
Kanuhura provides cuisines of unimaginable variety – food for romance, for relaxation, for the sheer pleasure of company.
Thin Rah Kanuhura’s main restaurant serves buffets for breakfast and dinner, featuring local and international cuisines an array of exciting delicacies are prepared on open cooking stations.
Olive Tree presents a la carte dishes from the Mediterranean. It is open for lunch and dinner around the pool.
Veli Café is set on a deck above the beach, this is one of the most romantic spots of the island. Aromatic Asian fusion specialities include the freshest catch from the Indian Ocean.
Jehunuhura is a private island getaway just minutes form Kanuhura. Six individual kiosks offer 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.
Kanuhura was home to the island’s first nightclub.
Kanuhura offers a wide array of leisure activities, from tennis to volley ball, from games to karaoke…or simply by relaxing in the pool or shopping in the lifestyle boutique.
The Water Sports Centre is a member of the internationally recognised Association for Windsurfing Schools in Germany. Speedboat rental, canoes, four seater bananas, water-skis, fun tubes, kneeboards and catamarans are also available. 40 diving sites are accessible within minutes from the resort.
Discover the beauty of the Maldives with an endless selection of other activities. Choose form snorkelling tours, fishing, island hopping, private island picnics and sunset cruises.
At the spa a diverse range of treatments and a comprehensive array of facilities provide guests with a sanctuary for relaxation and overall body care. The spa also has a fully equipped fitness centre, aerobics studio, spa boutique, and separate steam bath, dry sauna, cold plunge pools, Jacuzzis and an outdoor spa pavilion.
The Kids Club offers imaginative fun for kids aged 2 to 11.