A small luxury resort only thirty minutes by speed boat from Male Airport, Cocoa Island looks to be the ultimate desert island. A tiny slither of land surrounded on one side by one of the best dive sites in the Maldives and on the other by aquamarine shallows. The elegant suites have been created from dhoni-style thatched houseboats moored along planked walkways. With spacious lounges, glass walls opening onto private verandas, it is understated chic. The standards and style of hospitality on this island are exquisite. As a member of the COMO hotel group, delightful spa treatments are guaranteed. Waters-ports, diving, game fishing and a fitness centre are also available.