Cocoa Island is a small, picturesque island hotel nestled within the Maldives archipelago. It is situated in the equatorial region of the Indian Ocean, on the South Malé Atoll. From Malé International Airport, guests can reach the island by speedboat or seaplane; the transfer takes no more than forty minutes.
In the early '80s, Cocoa Island belonged to the renowned artist and photographer Eric Klemm. He discovered this island during one of his photo shoots and was captivated by its beauty at first sight. Klemm was inspired to create an eco-friendly resort for those seeking solitude and tranquility amidst pristine nature. He constructed four wooden bungalows featuring natural furniture and roofs crafted from palm leaves, laying the foundation for what would become the future hotel. Two decades later, when the lease expired, Klemm returned to the mainland, and the island was acquired by COMO Hotels & Resorts, which upheld his vision.