Maldives: beachfront & overwater

Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives officially opened on April 1, 2025, with the operator describing the resort as introducing 142 villas and residences. (centarahotelsresorts.com) The island is sited in North Malé Atoll (listed in some sources as Kodhipparu Falhu / Nakatukufuri) and third‑party transfer providers and travel sites report speedboat transfer times from Velana International Airport in the roughly 30–40 minute range depending on operator. (islandii.com) The property forms part of The Atollia multi‑island project and offers cross‑access to the neighbouring Centara Mirage Lagoon, enabling guests to use the Mirage water‑park and family attractions while staying at the Grand Lagoon. (corporate.visitmaldives.com) On‑island amenities highlighted in launch materials include Spa Cenvaree Retreat and a lineup of dining outlets such as The Gallery, Bluefin and the swim‑up Coco Drift bar. (luxurytravelmagazine.com) Accommodation specifications published around opening list unit sizes ranging from about 78 to 290 square metres, with select residences offering private pools, Jacuzzis and interconnecting options for families. (journaldespalaces.com) Centara’s own booking/transfer page shows mandatory round‑trip speedboat transfers for all guests and lists combined transfer pricing at about USD 353 per adult and USD 176.51 per child for shared transfers, with substantially higher rates for private transfers. (centarahotelsresorts.com) Centara launched the resort with introductory packages such as Stay‑4‑Pay‑3 and Stay‑7‑Pay‑5, and company communications around the opening named Andrew Jansson as Cluster General Manager for the Grand Lagoon and Mirage properties. (hoteliermaldives.com)