Capella's Maldivian property — 57 villas (37 overwater, 20 beachfront) with Mauro Colagreco's first Indian Ocean restaurant.
BrandCapella Hotels and Resorts
DestinationMaldives
RegionIndian Ocean
Price TierTier 5 ($10k+)
SettingLuxury Resort
Best ForService-led travelers who prioritize operational depth, families seeking villa privacy with structured programming, F&B-driven guests, repeat Capella collectors.
PrivacyUltra-Private
ServiceBespoke Butler service
ButlerDedicated Butler Service
Private PoolYes
Built2023
Capella Maldives opened in 2023 as the brand's first Maldivian property, with 57 villas split between overwater and beachfront configurations. The property runs Capella's Personal Assistant program — each guest assigned a single point of contact for the duration of stay rather than rotating through
Key Features
Spacious private villas
Infinity pools
Private beach access
World-class dining options
Luxurious spa services
Water sports and activities
Personalized guest experience
Dining
Côte by Mauro Colagreco
The Living Room
Kith and Kin
Signature Experience
Dinner at Côte by Mauro Colagreco — the three-Michelin-star chef's first Indian Ocean outpost, which elevates Maldivian F&B beyond the typical resort-dining format.
Capella's Personal Assistant service model — single point of contact rather than rotating staff — executed in the Maldives, with Mauro Colagreco's Côte as the only three-Michelin-star chef restaurant in the Indian Ocean island luxury tier.
Signature Suite: The Capella Villa
Expansive living space, panoramic ocean views, private infinity pool, dedicated butler service
Accolades
Best Resort for Families in the Maldives, Asias Best Employer Brand, Best Hotel Brand by Travel + Leisure
