House Reef & Dive Centre
PADI "Blue In" dive centre, 1,000-year-old coral & shipwreck snorkeling.
Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa Maldives
A heart-shaped island paradise with one of North Malé's finest house reefs
Resort Overview
Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa is a 5-star Taj Hotels escape on the private, heart-shaped Hembadhu Island in North Male Atoll. Home to 62 thatched-roof villas — beachfront and overwater — the resort is built around a genuinely exceptional house reef with 1,000-year-old coral, a coral-covered shipwreck, and a daily 5 pm stingray feeding. A PADI dive centre, complimentary snorkeling gear and kayaks, and a coral-rehabilitation project make it a haven for reef enthusiasts, while the J Wellness Circle spa brings Ayurvedic Indian healing to life. With three dining venues (Bokkura, Open The Grill, Reef Bar) and a Premium All-Inclusive plan, it blends world-class Indian hospitality, romance, and family-friendly value just 45 minutes from Malé.
Star Rating
5-Star
Island
Hembadhu (heart-shaped)
Villas
62 Villas
Resort Amenities
Everything you need for a effortless island escape — from reef adventures to Ayurvedic rejuvenation.
J Wellness Circle Spa
Ayurvedic & Indian healing therapies, yoga, steam room.
Infinity / Outdoor Pool
lagoon-view pool with Reef Bar service.
Free Wi-Fi
in all villas and public areas.
Water Sports
complimentary snorkeling gear & kayaks; windsurfing, jet-ski, paddleboard.
Fitness Centre
gym, fitness & yoga classes.
Private Beach
white-sand beach with loungers, umbrellas & cabanas.
Family Friendly
kids' meals, play area, cribs (no dedicated kids club).
Evening Entertainment
Bodu Beru shows, themed nights, live music, cooking classes.
Concierge & Boutique
gift shop, currency exchange, tour desk, library.
Explore the Resort
Discover the experiences, facilities and services that make your stay memorable. Each category highlights what you can expect during your time with us.
Included Experiences
- King beds
- private sundecks/balconies
- glass panels
- minibar
- 32" flat-screen TV with home theatre
- in-villa dining
- plunge pool (suites)
Included Experiences
- Bokkura
- Open The Grill
- Reef Bar
- destination/private dining
- floating breakfast.
Included Experiences
- Couples treatment rooms
- Ayurvedic therapies
- yoga deck
- steam room
- gym
- salon
Included Experiences
- PADI dive centre
- house reef
- shipwreck
- snorkeling
- kayaks
- windsurfing
- jet-ski
- coral rehab
Included Experiences
- Dolphin/whale watching
- big-game fishing
- sunset cruises
- island hopping
- Maldivian cultural evenings
- stingray feeding
Included Experiences
- 24-hr front desk
- concierge
- laundry
- currency exchange
- gift shop
- airport shuttle
Dining & Restaurants
Bokkura
Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
All-day dining with Continental, Indian, Pan-Asian & Maldivian flavours; breakfast, lunch & dinner (Premium AI)
Open The Grill
Steakhouse & Seafood
Al fresco grill house specialising in fresh seafood, grilled steaks & vegetarian dishes on the sand
Reef Bar
Poolside Cocktail Bar
Open-air bar with inventive cocktails, sunset views and poolside snacks
Location
Location
Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa sits on the private, heart-shaped Hembadhu Island in North Male Atoll. Just 32–36 km from Malé, a 45-minute speedboat ride carries you from Velana International Airport to a vibrant house reef teeming with coral, turtles, reef sharks, and daily visits from a friendly school of stingrays.
- Island Hembadhu Island
- Atoll North Male Atoll (Kaafu)
- Distance from Airport ~32–36 km / 45 min by speedboat
- Island Size 26 hectares (private)
- House Reef Yes — 1,000-yr coral & shipwreck
Getting There
Speedboat Transfer
45 minutes from Velana International Airport
Airport Meet & Greet
Taj representatives arrange all transfers, 24 hours, no daylight restriction
Private Transfers
Available on request (charges may apply)
