Luxury Maldives beach with Downtown Dubai stopover

Arriving by motor cruiser from Male airport across the multi-hued lagoon of the North Male Atoll the first impression is an ambience of exclusivity and enchanting tranquillity which will appeal especially to honeymooners.

All of the individual villas boast a private pool and either face the white sand beach which virtually encircles the island, or stand proud of the crystal clear lagoon with direct lagoon access by steps.  Island Villas are extremely spacious with a large sitting area opening to the front terrace with al fresco dining table and loungers beside the beautiful white sand and just steps from the water. 

There’s also a stunning feature bathtub in most villas with a view to match!  The unique and elite Club Coco Villas are sited along a private jetty with an extensive range of Club Coco Palm benefits to pamper you – butler service, dining in the exclusive ‘The Stars’ restaurant and  complimentary access to the hydrotherapy spa facilities.

As the sun sets the place to be, aside from your own terrace, is Latitudes bar for tantalising cocktails as an aperitif to dinner which could be here by the beach or perhaps dine on the freshest seafood at Aqua over the water in candlelight.  Private dining for that special evening together is one of the island’s speciality and some extra special settings and menu ideas can be chosen.

By day there are plenty of water sports and excellent diving for beginners and experienced divers at the PADI dive centre.  You may prefer to sample the spa and its range of eastern and western treatments to relax and revitalise, set over the water with underwater views!

Coco Palm Bodu Hithi has a special charm that will lure you back for more - an exquisite island resort with lavish accommodation, enhanced by professional and attentive service.

Each of the spacious 242 rooms and suites at The Palace - The Old Town is furnished along a Middle Eastern theme, with a balcony or terrace offering views over the Old Town or the lake with its spectacular fountains. Club Room, Palace Suite and Royal Suite guests benefit from a 24 hour check-in system.

The outdoor pool and garden area has a resort feel, with views across the lake to the towering Burj Khalifa and plenty of Arabian gazebos in the shade for relaxing. The Palace - The Old Town also offers a choice of restaurants, fitness centre and a gorgeous spa which alongside the treatment suites features Oriental bath houses with Hammam tables and Hydrospa bathtubs.

Dubai Mall is a five minute stroll away and boasts an aquarium and even an Olympic size ice skating arena, as well as plenty of shops. For a more traditional experience enjoy the shops, cafes and restaurants at the Souk Al Bahar next door.  A variety of excursions can be arranged in conjunction with Arabian Ranches Polo Club including: Desert Hacking (horse riding trails in the desert), stable tours and high tea with polo.

Note: Some construction is ongoing in the general Old Town/Burj Khalifa area in line with the development of this area as  a key destination within Dubai.