SINGAPORE, 2 October 2026: HPL Hotels & Resorts, the hospitality management subsidiary of Singapore-listed Hotel Properties Limited (HPL), has taken over the management of Holiday Inn Kandooma Resort Maldives, effective 1 October 2026.
The resort has been rebranded as Kandooma Maldives. Set on a private island in the South Malé Atoll, a 40-minute speedboat journey from Velana International Airport at Malé, Kandooma Maldives is designed for travellers seeking an easy-going island escape, whether travelling solo, as a couple, with family across generations or with friends.
From 1 October, the all-inclusive plan includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, selected beverages, and snacks throughout the day, along with complimentary experiences designed to help guests make the most of island life.
The management transition will include upgrades to all 146 villas and facilities. These enhancements will introduce new accommodation and social spaces while expanding the resort’s appeal to families and multi-generational travellers.
New additions
▪ Eight Family Beach Villas, each featuring a private splash pool.
▪ Splash pools for the two-bedroom Beach House (4 units).
▪ A second three-bedroom villa, with both three-bedroom villas featuring private pools.
▪ A new Beach Club, creating an all-day social hub and a relaxed gathering space for guests of all ages, including teens.
▪ 24-hour dining at Kandooma Café.
Throughout the transition, the resorts will maintain business as usual for guests, while the ongoing enhancements are completed.
Kandooma Maldives marks Hotel Properties Limited’s eighth property in the Maldives, further strengthening the group’s presence in the destination.
(Source: HPL Hotels & Resorts)
