Centara Hotels & Resorts has achieved a significant milestone with the newly launched Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, which has been recognised as one of the Favourite Overseas Leisure Hotels at a leading global readers’ choice awards programme for 2025. The accolade is especially noteworthy as the resort opened only on April 1, 2025, underscoring the immediate impact it has made on luxury travellers and its strong appeal across key markets.
A Remarkable Achievement for a Newly Opened Resort
Receiving such recognition within months of debuting reflects the resort’s exceptional positioning in the highly competitive Maldivian hospitality landscape. The award highlights the property’s dedication to delivering superior guest experiences and the strong emotional connection it has cultivated with visitors seeking tranquillity, cultural richness, and elevated comfort.
Blending Thai Hospitality With Maldivian Island Beauty
Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives offers a distinctive blend of Centara’s signature Thai hospitality and the Maldives’ natural allure. Designed with an emphasis on openness, privacy, and relaxed elegance, the resort features a collection of beachfront and overwater villas, each offering spacious interiors, modern amenities, and panoramic views of the lagoon and sea.
Its secluded private-island setting ensures an atmosphere of calm and exclusivity, allowing guests to disconnect from daily pressures and immerse themselves in the serene rhythms of island life.
A Culinary Journey Through Flavour and Fresh Local Produce
Dining is a cornerstone of the resort’s appeal, with a diverse selection of restaurants and bars that showcase both international and regional influences.
The Gallery features vibrant live-cooking stations and an array of global cuisines.
Bluefin, the resort’s signature seafood venue, highlights sustainably sourced catches from surrounding waters.
Sunset Social offers crafted cocktails and relaxed beachfront seating ideal for enjoying the Maldives’ golden-hour views.
The culinary programme reflects a commitment to freshness, creativity, and memorable sensory experiences.
Wellness Grounded in Centuries of Thai Healing Practices
The resort’s SPA Cenvaree has quickly become a guest favourite, offering treatments inspired by traditional Thai wellness philosophies. Using natural ingredients and holistic techniques, the spa provides a range of rejuvenating therapies designed to restore balance and promote deep relaxation. Meditation spaces, beachfront cabanas, and personalised wellness journeys further enhance the experience.
A Team Dedicated to Elevated, Personalized Hospitality
The resort’s rapid success is driven by a team committed to attentive, personalised service. Every aspect of the guest journey—from tailored excursions to thoughtfully curated amenities—is designed to create meaningful and memorable stays. Management has highlighted that this recognition is a testament to the passion and dedication of the team, and to the seamless integration of Maldivian surroundings with authentic Thai hospitality.
Crafted Experiences That Celebrate Nature and Culture
At the heart of the resort’s philosophy is the creation of curated experiences that connect guests with both the natural environment and the cultural richness of the region. Whether exploring the lagoon, discovering local flavours, or engaging in wellness rituals, guests are invited to enjoy the Maldives through immersive and mindful encounters.
This approach has allowed the resort to quickly establish itself as a premier destination for travellers seeking more than just luxury accommodation—those who value authenticity, tranquillity, and meaningful engagement with place.
A Strong Foundation for Future Growth
The early international acclaim for Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives reinforces its position as a rising star in the global luxury hospitality sector. With its blend of refined living, exceptional service, and a deep sense of place, the resort is poised to strengthen its reputation as one of the Maldives’ most sought-after retreats.
As travel demand continues to expand and travellers increasingly seek holistic, experiential luxury, Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives is well positioned to lead the next chapter of premium island hospitality.
