Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives
Overwater villas, a house reef, and six restaurants in the North Malé Atoll.
An island resort on North
Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives is a five-star, all-villa resort in the North Malé Atoll, roughly 30 minutes by speedboat from Velana International Airport. Every villa category includes either a private pool or Jacuzzi, and the property sits alongside its sister resort, Centara Mirage Lagoon, with cross-resort dining access. The resort runs six restaurants and four bars, including two swim-up bars. A house reef is accessible from the beach and from select overwater villas. The SPA Cenvaree Retreat draws on Thai wellness traditions, and a kids' club with an E-Zone makes it a workable choice for families.
Who this stay suits
A well-staffed overwater-villa resort with serious dining variety, a house reef, and enough water activity options to fill a week without leaving the island.
Best for
- Couples in overwater pool villas
- Families needing multi-bedroom layouts
- Divers and snorkellers with reef access
- Guests who prioritise dining choice
Less suited to
- Travellers on tighter budgets
- Those seeking a small, low-key property
Overwater and beach villas
All 142 villas have a private pool or Jacuzzi. Overwater options range from 78 m² with a Jacuzzi up to 120 m² with a sunset-facing pool. Beach pool villas at 88 m² open onto a patio. Two-bedroom family layouts sleep four and reach 200 m².
Six restaurants, four bars
The Gallery runs live cooking stations with tandoor and teppan grills. Bluefin handles Mediterranean seafood, Suan Bua is contemporary Thai, and The Sailhouse is an open-air beachfront spot. Sunset Social sits overwater. Two swim-up bars — Coco Drift and Dolphin Bar — round out the options.
House reef and water activities
The house reef is reachable from the beach and certain overwater villas. Complimentary non-motorised watersports include kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and windsurf boards. An on-site diving centre handles scuba, and jet-skiing and Seabob gliding are available for an additional charge.
SPA Cenvaree Retreat
The spa draws on Thai wellness traditions and is the main retreat for guests not focused on water sports. It sits within the resort as a dedicated facility rather than a day-use option bolted onto the room list.
Lagoon setting and sister resort
The property shares a dual-resort destination with the adjacent Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. Guests have cross-resort dining access, which meaningfully expands the number of restaurants and bars available during a stay.
Family facilities
The Kids' Club and E-Zone cater to younger guests. Family overwater and beach villas sleep four, with separate sleeping areas. All-inclusive and meal-plan packages are available, which simplifies budgeting for families.
Rooms & suites
One-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi King
78 m²
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Spa tub
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
One-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi Twin
78 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Spa tub
- Attached bathroom
One-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa King
100 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa Twin
100 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunset Overwater Pool Villa King
120 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunset Overwater Pool Villa Twin
120 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa King
88 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Villa Twin
88 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunrise Beach Pool Villa King
88 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
One-Bedroom Sunrise Beach Pool Villa Twin
88 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Two-bedroom Family Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi
156 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Spa tub
- Attached bathroom
Two-bedroom Family Overwater Pool Villa
200 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Grand Two-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
15 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchenette
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
Two-bedroom Family Sunset Beach Pool Villa
176 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
- Pool with a view
Grand Two-Bedroom Beach Pool Villa
160 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchenette
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
Three-Bedroom Sunset Overwater Pool Residence
27 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchenette
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
Three-Bedroom Sunset Beach Pool Residence
24 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 king bed Bedroom 2: 1 king bed Bedroom 3: 2 king beds
- Entire apartment
- Private kitchenette
- Private pool
- Sea view
- Pool view
Things to do
Inside Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives
Amenities at Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- Free Wifi
- 6 restaurants
- Bar
- Breakfast
How to get there
Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives is in the North Malé Atoll, approximately 24 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by speedboat and takes around 30 minutes. The resort coordinates arrival transfers, so it is worth confirming timing and pick-up logistics when booking.
Resort speedboat transfers typically run $100–250 per person round trip, booked through the resort. Confirm the fare when booking.
Where you'll be
Where to eat
- Acqua (Italian coastal dining; one source places it at adjacent sister resort Centara Mirage Lagoon) restaurant
Across 122 Google reviews, the property holds a 4.8/5 rating. Service is the most-reviewed topic: 69 of 73 mentions were positive. The property itself drew near-unanimous praise (37 of 38 mentions). Dining scored well (34 of 40), and the bar, family experience, and natural surroundings each came back with entirely positive counts.
- Things to do2.2
- Restaurants1.6
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 20 · average 9.8
They wrote about: staff, room, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 1 · average 8
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Worth knowing
Common questions
How do I get to Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives from the airport?
The transfer is by speedboat from Velana International Airport. The official figure is approximately 30 minutes, though some accounts place it closer to 40 minutes. The resort arranges transfers directly.
What room types are available?
All accommodation is villa-style: one-bedroom overwater villas with Jacuzzi (78 m²), one-bedroom overwater pool villas (100 m²), sunset overwater pool villas (120 m²), beach pool villas (88 m²), and two-bedroom family villas (up to 200 m²). Every category has either a pool or Jacuzzi.
Are there family-friendly room options?
Yes. The Two-bedroom Family Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi (156 m²) and the Two-bedroom Family Overwater Pool Villa (200 m²) each sleep four. The Kids' Club and E-Zone are on-site for younger guests.
What restaurants and bars are on-site?
Six restaurants: The Gallery (all-day, live cooking stations), Bluefin (Mediterranean seafood), Suan Bua (Thai), The Sailhouse (beachfront casual), The Club, and Sunset Social (overwater). Four bars include two swim-up bars — Coco Drift and Dolphin Bar — plus the Rum Bar.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Free breakfast is listed as a resort amenity. All-inclusive and meal-plan packages are also available if you prefer a fixed-cost arrangement for dining and drinks.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling and diving?
Yes. The house reef is accessible from the beach and from certain overwater villas. Snorkelling gear is complimentary for the duration of your stay. An on-site diving centre handles scuba programmes.
What water activities are available?
Complimentary non-motorised watersports include kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and windsurf boards. Jet-skiing, Seabob gliding, water skiing, and additional watercraft rentals are available for an extra charge.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The SPA Cenvaree Retreat is on-site and draws on Thai wellness traditions. It operates as a full facility rather than a limited hotel add-on.
What is the starting price per night?
The One-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Jacuzzi King starts from USD 1,365 per night. The Two-bedroom Family Overwater Pool Villa, the largest option, starts from USD 3,553 per night.
Can guests access the neighbouring Centara Mirage Lagoon resort?
Yes. The two resorts share a dual-resort destination, and guests have cross-resort dining access. This expands the total number of restaurants and bars available during your stay.
What payment methods are accepted?
The resort accepts both credit cards and cash. A 24-hour front desk handles check-in, concierge requests, currency exchange, and baggage storage.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the resort?
Free Wi-Fi is available across the property, including in public areas and in villas.