

The Blue Water Hotel & Spa
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A laidback west-coast retreat with attentive service and beautifully renovated interiors.
This Geoffrey Bawa-designed hotel certainly lives up to its name with numerous water features, including tranquil pools and waterways, set throughout the grounds. The beautiful gardens provide the backdrop for a relaxing and laidback holiday – perfect for recharging your batteries during a post-tour beach break. There’s an oversized swimming pool surrounded by shade-giving palm trees and plenty of loungers. We highly recommend heading to the hotel’s beautiful spa and indulging in a signature treatment that has been inspired by ancient healing traditions.
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Why our experts like it
We've done the exploring, asked the locals, made the mistakes, and found the gems... so you don't have to start from scratch! These are the bits we think you'll love the most. Think of it as travel advice from a friend who just got back and can't wait to tell you everything.

If you love French cuisine, look no further than La Belle Vie

An incredible way to kick off your Maldives holiday
“There's something pretty special about travelling by seaplane. The view from the sky is extraordinary - tiny specs of island and shades of blue that barely look real.”


The iconic, mile-long sandbank
Perfect for isolated sunbathing, dramatic photoshoots, and watching breathtaking Maldivian sunsets.

Snorkelling and diving isn't the only way to catch sight of the underwater world
“If snorkelling and diving isn't for you, it's possible to catch a glimpse of the reef from a glass-bottomed boat instead.”


Kids club at Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Supervised activities through the day, so younger guests get their own adventure while you get a quiet hour by the water.
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We book this hotel the way you want it
This Maldives hotel is perfect on its own, but add Sri Lanka, Dubai or the Seychelles and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
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Rooms and suites
The Blue Water has 100 classically designed rooms and suites each with a balcony or terrace which has views over the resort’s gardens or overlooks the pool and the Indian Ocean beyond. Choose a Deluxe Room which has pool and sea views. If you choose one of the spacious Club Suites you can enjoy access to an exclusive executive lounge.

Deluxe Room
Each of these rooms feature a balcony with views over the resort. • air-conditioning • balcony or terrace • bath and shower • television • telephone • Wi-Fi • minibar* • tea and coffee making facilities • 40m2

Club Suite
These suites have a seating area and a balcony or terrace with garden and sea views. Guests choosing these suites have access to an executive lounge. • air-conditioning • balcony or terrace • living area • Jacuzzi bath and shower • television • DVD player • telephone • Wi-Fi • minibar* • tea and coffee making facilities • executive lounge access • 65m2
Food & drink
The Blue Water has two restaurants, bars with food and a 24-hour coffee shop for late-night hunger pangs.
All meals that are included in the price of your holiday, whether you are on room and breakfast, half board or all inclusive, will be served at the Admiral’s Room, a laid back restaurant with both indoor and outdoor seating. An à la carte menu featuring locally caught seafood and flavoursome Sri Lankan cuisine is available at The Nautilus which open daily for lunch and dinner. The Seven Seas Coffee Shop is open around the clock for speciality Sri Lankan teas and fresh coffee as well as a variety of tasty snacks. There are three bars at The Blue Water including the Porthole Bar, where you can enjoy signature cocktails; The Clipper Bar, a laidback poolside café and bar; and The Sunset Lounge which is the perfect spot to enjoy a sundowner.
Be sure to try the locally caught seafood cooked Sri Lankan-style at the à la carte restaurant, The Nautilus.
Admiral’s Room — Enjoy delicious Sri Lankan and international dishes here, choosing to sit indoors surrounded by stunning architecture or on the terrace with views of the resort. The Nautilus — An à la carte menu featuring locally caught seafood and flavoursome Sri Lankan cuisine is available at The Nautilus, which is open daily for lunch and dinner. The Seven Seas — This inviting coffee shop is open around the clock for speciality Sri Lankan teas and fresh coffee as well as a variety of snacks. The Porthole Bar — Settle into this elegant bar with a cold beer or a signature cocktail. The Clipper Bar — Open all day, the laidback poolside café-bar has an inviting range of light bites. The Sunset Lounge — The lobby bar, with its Bawa design and furniture, is the perfect spot to enjoy a sundowner.



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Things to do nearby
Curated experiences to help you do more, see more, or simply switch off while you're here.

Mangrove Boat Ride from Cinnamon Bentota Beach
Savour an easy-breezy start to the day with the Mangrove Boat Ride from Cinnamon Bentota Beach and take a moment to truly immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s awe-inspiring natural beauty. Your journey starts at the crystalline shores of Cinnamon Bentota Beach and leads you along the go-slow waters of the Benthara River. The lush canopy of verdant forestry will soothe your mind, body and soul, while the likes of sleepy river monsters, native monkeys and blue-eyed cormorants lend a glimpse into Sri Lanka’s endemic wildlife.

Kandy’s Highlights
Dating back to 1821, finish your trip with a meander through the delightful Royal Botanical Garden where you’ll find over 100 endemic plants before exploring the rest of the city at leisure or returning to your hotel to unwind.

Lunuganga Experience from Cinnamon Bentota Beach
If it’s an authentic VIP experience that you’ve got in mind, the Lunuganga Estate Experience is just the ticket. This lakeside retreat is peacefully positioned on the banks of the Dedduwa Lake, a leisurely 15-minute drive from the sandy shores of Cinnamon Bentota Beach, and take it from us, it really is breathtaking. Reconnect with nature among 15 acres of perfectly manicured gardens before marveling at the stunning ancient sculptures, leaf-framed glades and terracotta-tiled architecture. Experience Includes • Garden Tour • Estate Tour
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There is more than one way to do this trip
A match made in paradise
This hotel is perfect on its own, but add a second destination and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
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In the area
Peacefully positioned on the beachfront in the town of Wadduwa

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Trip ideas
You've come this far - and the world has more to offer. Why not pair Niva Kuramathi with another island, add a stopover in Dubai on the way for city lights and desert skies, or extend to Sri Lanka for tea, temples and safari? Below you'll find our recommendations for maximising your time away...


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When to visit
Whether you're chasing guaranteed sunshine or don't mind a little rain with your relaxation, here's how the weather stacks up throughout the year. Use the chart below to find your perfect window, or just pick whenever suits you best, paradise doesn't really have a bad season.
| Measurement | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average temp | 26°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C |
| Average rainfall | 110mm | 60mm | 75mm | 125mm | 220mm | 175mm | 150mm | 175mm | 200mm | 195mm | 210mm | 215mm |
| Average price | £4,746pp | £4,992pp | £4,149pp | £4,222pp | £4,827pp | £4,835pp | £5,104pp | £5,176pp | £5,176pp | £5,129pp | £3,958pp | £3,958pp |
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Current offers
Savings worth having on the departures we think are worth taking. Every offer below applies to this hotel — check each one for the dates and conditions that come with it.

Save up to £300pp
Based on selected departures in September 2026

Save up to 25% when you book by 6th July
Based on selected departures in September 2026

Save up to 35% + complimentary meal upgrade
Based on 20th July 2026 departure

Free half-board upgrade
Based on selected departures in October 2026

Stay 7 nights, pay for 6
Based on selected departures in November 2026

Save up to £200pp on honeymoons
Based on selected departures in January 2027

Complimentary spa treatment for two
Based on stays of 7 nights or more

Free kids' places
Based on selected departures in August 2026
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Great offers on Niva Kuramathi Maldives
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- Includes flights, baggage, and private transfers to and from your hotel
- Total flight time ~ 7 hrs
- Total transfer time ~ 2 hrs
- Overnight in Malé may apply (subject to flights & transfers)
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Questions? Sorted.
Do I need a visa to visit the Maldives?
British passport holders are issued a free 30-day visitor visa on arrival. You'll need a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a confirmed onward ticket and proof of your accommodation booking.
When is the best time to visit the Maldives?
November to April is the dry season, with the most reliable sunshine and calmest seas. May to October brings shorter rain showers, lower prices and better surf.
What currency is used in the Maldives, and do I need cash?
The local currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa, but resorts price and bill in US dollars and take major cards. Most guests never need cash — a small amount is handy for tipping.
Is the Maldives good for honeymoons outside peak season?
Yes. Off-peak brings noticeably lower rates and quieter islands, and rain tends to come in short bursts rather than all day. Many resorts add honeymoon extras during these months.
What activities are there for older kids and teens in the Maldives?
Most resorts run watersports centres with windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding, plus PADI dive courses from around age ten. Snorkelling safaris, sandbank trips and night fishing all suit older children.
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