COMO Cocoa Island

Overview

COMO Cocoa Island is the antidote to the mega-resort experience. With just 33 overwater suites shaped like traditional Maldivian dhoni boats, this intimate retreat in the South Malé Atoll offers a level of tranquility and personal attention that larger resorts simply cannot match.

The resort is built around two pillars: world-class wellness through the COMO Shambhala brand, and exceptional marine life with one of the Maldives' most accessible and vibrant house reefs.

Accommodation

All 33 suites sit over the water, connected by wooden walkways and designed to resemble the curved hull of a traditional Maldivian dhoni (sailing vessel).

Suite Categories

• Dhoni Suite — Elegant overwater suite with private sun terrace and direct lagoon access
• Dhoni Loft Suite — Bi-level suite with separate living area, perfect for extended stays
• COMO Villa — The ultimate privacy. Two bedrooms, private pool, butler service, and panoramic ocean views

COMO Shambhala Wellness

The heart of COMO Cocoa Island is its COMO Shambhala wellness retreat. This isn't your typical resort spa — it's a comprehensive wellness program developed by leading practitioners.

• Signature treatments — Asian-inspired massage, Ayurvedic therapies, holistic facials
• Wellness programs — Multi-day retreats focusing on cleansing, rejuvenation, or stress management
• COMO Shambhala cuisine — Nutritionally balanced menus designed to complement your wellness journey
• Daily yoga — Complimentary classes in the overwater yoga pavilion
• Personal consultations — Tailored wellness plans from resident naturopaths

COMO Shambhala offers structured 3, 5, and 7-day wellness retreats that combine treatments, nutrition, and movement. Book in advance as these programs are highly sought after.

Dining

Despite its intimate size, COMO Cocoa Island offers refined dining experiences:

• Ufaa — The main restaurant serving Asian and Mediterranean cuisine with an emphasis on fresh, local seafood
• COMO Shambhala Menu — Available at every meal, featuring raw, organic, and nutritionally optimized dishes
• Private dining — Romantic sunset dinners on the sandbank or in your suite

Marine Life & Diving

The house reef at COMO Cocoa Island is extraordinary. Step off any walkway and within minutes you're swimming alongside:

• Blacktip reef sharks
• Green and hawksbill sea turtles
• Moray eels and octopuses
• Schools of tropical fish in every color imaginable

The PADI dive center offers courses for all levels, plus guided excursions to nearby sites in the South Malé Atoll — one of the Maldives' premier diving regions.

Getting There

A scenic 40-minute speedboat ride from Velana International Airport brings you to COMO Cocoa Island. Unlike seaplane transfers, speedboats operate around the clock, making this resort ideal if you arrive on late flights.