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EDITOR’S NOTE

Director Ibrahim Areef

Greetings and welcome to the 3rd edition of Guesthouses Maldives magazine, the only magazine (and accompanying website) dedicated solely to promoting the thriving guesthouse tourism industry of Maldives.

Photography Dynamyst

2016 was a stellar year for the guesthouse industry. As expected, the industry continued to grow in leaps and bounds and we played our part in helping to spread the word and expose the budget market to a global audience. As such, we participated and distributed the Guesthouses Maldives magazine at OTM Mumbai, India; ATM Dubai, UAE; ADEX Singapore; ITB Berlin, Germany; WTM London, UK; CITM Shanghai, China; BITB Delhi, India; and the Mega Maldives Launch Event held in Delhi, India.

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Editor: Mohamed Hursheed. Opinions expressed in the articles are of the authors and do not necessarily reflect those of the editor or publishers. While the editors do their utmost to verify information published they do not accept responsibility for its absolute accuracy. Materials in this publication may not be reproduced, whether in part or in whole, without the consent of Maldives Getaways Pvt. Ltd.

In 2016 we wanted to take what we had started with Guesthouses Maldives magazine and push it to the next level. So in addition to helping local guesthouses promote their products, we successfully hosted the first ever Guesthouses Maldives Conference, bringing together more than 240 participants under one roof with the focus being to work together towards attracting 500,000 tourists to our shores by the year 2020. The idea for the event was conceived during our travels across the Maldives. We traveled to over 50 islands and visited over 330 guesthouses, meeting with the owners and those with vested interests in the product, and realized there was no existing, easily-accessible platform for guesthouse operators to meet or get into contact with international travel agents, OTAs, and other businesses both local and foreign - that were trying to market their products specifically to the growing guesthouses market sector. The need for a platform to connect everyone involved in the market to each other was clear.

The Conference was a great success for us, the industry, the sponsors, the guesthouse owners, and all the other participants. As this was our first experience with hosting such an event, we gained a lot of experience and learned a lot from it. We aim to put that knowledge to good use to ensure the next Guesthouses Maldives Conference will be even better and more profitable for everyone involved. Here’s wishing everyone in the guesthouse industry a prosperous year in 2017.

Produced & published by Maldives Getaways Pvt. Ltd.

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7 EDITOR’S NOTE 9 INDUSTRY OUTLOOK 11 WHERE IN THE WORLD IS MALDIVES? 15 A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE GUESTHOUSE INDUSTRY 19 CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE MALDIVES 23 GETTING AROUND IN THE MALDVIES 27 GETTING THE MOST OF YOUR STAY 37 TOP GUESTHOUSE ISLANDS IN MALDIVES 41 GUESTHOUSES MALDIVES CONFERENCE 2016 47 GUESTHOUSE DIRECTORY 08

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INDUSTRY OUTLOOK OUTLOOK

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2017

2020

80+ Islands

120+ Islands

500+ Guesthouses

1000+ Guesthouses

6000+ Beds

10,000+ Beds

150,000+ Visitors

350,000+ Visitors

500,000+ Bed nights

2,500,000+ Bed nights

$150,000,000+ Total reciepts

$250, 000,000+ Total reciepts

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WHERE IN THE WORLD IS MALDIVES?

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Strewn across the Indian Ocean in a double chain of twenty-six atolls filled with hundreds of small tropical islands lies one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world: The Maldives.

This small island nation is made up of about 1,200 coral islands formed around natural ring-like atolls just across the equator and covers over 90,000 square kilometers directly south of India and Sri Lanka.

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Renown the world over for its white sandy beaches and breathtaking underwater beauty, each atoll of the Maldives is made of coral reefs encircling turquoise lagoons. These reefs are among the biggest attractions the country has as they are teeming with countless species of marine creatures and underwater coral gardens. Each atoll has approximately 20 to 60 islands of which only a handful are inhabited. However, there are a few atolls that are basically just single, isolated islands.

Out of the thousand or so islands, only 187 are inhabited while the other islands are used entirely for economic purposes; tourism, fishing and agriculture being the leading economic industries in the country. The Maldives is among the most low-lying countries in the world with the highest natural point, usually a small hill, having an elevation of about 2.5 meters above sea-level. While coconut palms make up the majority of the vegetation in the islands, there is a distinct 13

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A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE GUESTHOUSE INDUSTRY

Photography by Dynamyst

Guesthouses played a key role in the development of the Maldives' tourism industry when it was in its infancy back in the 1970s. Even though there clearly was a demand for guesthouses while the tourist resorts were being developed, all guesthouses were abruptly and inexplicably shutdown by the Government in May 1984.

The situation remained unchanged until 2008, when amendments brought to the Tourism Act in January 2008 revealed that operating guesthouses in inhabited islands of the Maldives wasn't technically prohibited.

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However, the avenues for actually implementing such a venture remained effectively blocked since regulations on establishing and operating guesthouses were never drafted.

Later, in July the same year, the issue was raised again in the People's Majlis and led to the passing of a resolution that allowed the operation of guesthouse services in inhabited islands of the Maldives. Yet again, even though the resolution was passed by a Majlis majority, no laws or regulations were drafted and all avenues for running guesthouses in inhabited islands of the Maldives remained shut.

It wasn't until near the end of 2009 that permission to operate guesthouses in 17

inhabited islands was granted and proposed regulations to implement such endeavors was finally approved. For those who had been waiting years to start their guesthouses, the time had finally come and there was no looking back. Despite a rocky start and lots of challenges, the pioneers of the industry strived through and by the end of 2010 there were 479 beds in 23 guesthouses in Maldives. As of now there are around 4000 beds in 300 guesthouses in over 80 inhabited islands of the Maldives. The guesthouse industry in the Maldives is now one of the most successful and fastest growing industries in the country and the future looks very bright for everyone involved.

CULTURAL HISTORY OF THE MALDIVES

Photography by Dynamyst

A strong influence from various countries across the region is apparent in the culture of Maldives. No surprise as the island nation is located directly in the trading route of the Indian Ocean and have had contact with visitors and settlers from many different customs and traditions from various neighboring countries such as India, Sri Lanka, Saudi Arabia, Persia, Indonesia, Malaysia and Africa throughout history.

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Over the years Maldivians assimilated a lot of the traditions and beliefs from these contacts and created a unique cultural identity for themselves. Today, you can find varying levels of these influences in all aspects of the Maldivian culture, language, beliefs, arts, and attitudes.

Maldivians are a mixed-race and differ greatly in looks, even from one atoll to the next. The Maldivian language, Dhivehi, is used only in the Maldives but also differs in dialect in some of the atolls, especially in the south of Maldives.

Dhivehi is considered an Indo-European language related to Singhala, the language 21

spoken in Sri Lanka. However, over the years a lot of Hindi, Arabic and even English words have been assimilated into the Dhivehi language.

The Maldives is a 100% Muslim country and religion plays a very important role of the average Maldivian's life, but the mixing of cultures is very much evident in almost all forms of Maldivian arts. For example, the local music and dance combination known as bodu-beru (literally translated to as "Big Drum") is almost indistinguishable from African drumming and tribal dancing. Maldivian sail boats, or dhoni, have a particular look

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that is uniquely Maldivian but the influence of Arabian dhows and Persian sea-faring vessels are clearly felt in the overall design. Religious festivals and celebrations, such as the two Islamic Eid festivals, are celebrated all over the country and activities that take place differ greatly from region to region despite a common overall theme.

Handicrafts, fine arts and architecture, mostly seen in the fine intricate details on wooden beams in holy places such as mosques, is similar to what is found in Southeast Asian countries.

However, some designs, such as the

geometric and swirling designs used in mat weaving and the embroidery of the neckline of women's traditional dresses and ornaments are unique to Maldives.

The beautiful lacquer-work, usually painted in black, red and yellow, is a dying art form in the country but efforts are being made to revitalize interest in the craft.

Many of these works of art, including miniature dhonis and lacquer-work can be found in souvenir shops at resorts and in Male’ for sale.

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GETTING AROUND IN THE MALDIVES

Photography by Dynamyst

If this is your first time in Maldives, your point of entry will most likely be the Velana International Airport (VIA) in the island of Hulhule. Depending on the travel plans you’ve made, you’re going to have to catch a boat or seaplane ride to get to your actual destination.

As a country of more than 1192 islands and islets divided into 20 atolls encompassing a territory of over roughly 90,000 square kilometres (34,749 sq mi), the only possible modes of transport are by sea and air. Resorts will already have your sea or air transfer ready when you arrive at the airport and you’ll most likely be using a speedboat transfer to the resort if it is near to the airport. If your resort is located in one of the more distant atolls you’ll most likely get to enjoy the beauty of the Maldives from a bird’s viewpoint as you fly to your destination in one of the seaplanes.

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Velana International Airport is one of the four international airports in the Maldives. Then there are seven domestic airports. However, it should be noted that the Ibrahim Nasir International Airport and Male’ is the central hub of all travel within the country.

Male’ city is 10 minutes away from Velana International Airport by ferry. In Male’, there are plenty of taxis available to whisk you and your luggage away to wherever you want. Travelling to a tourist resort, hotel or safari cruise is also available from Male’ and the airport. If your destination happens to be a tourist resort, hotel, or safari cruise, then airport representative or resort staff will pick you up upon arrival and guide you through the process of getting to your sea or air transfer.

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Resorts located farther away from Male’ will most likely use seaplane transfers for their guests. The seaplanes travel at relatively low altitudes compared to the bigger planes and allows you to get a closer aerial view of the beauty of the Maldives. In contrast, the speedboat service is a different kind of adventure altogether. Depending on the weather, you could be in for a smooth or a rough and fun time as the speedboat tackles the blue waters while you enjoy the sun on your face and the wind through your hair. Then there’s the dhoni, the name given to any of the various designs of local seafaring vessels. It offers a slower and gentler ride compared to the speedboat, but is no less of an experience.

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A holiday in Maldives would be incomplete without enjoying at least a few of the fantastic excursions available from resorts and guesthouses. With so many places to see and so much to do, you'd be hard- pressed to enjoy everything, so here's a small guide to help you decide what activities you can fit into your holiday.

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The unmatched beauty of the Maldives marine world is a unique experience that everyone must try at least once in their life. Luckily, all resorts and the majority of the liveaboards that operate here come with well-equipped dive centers, staffed by multilingual and experienced professionals. Almost all dive

centers in Maldives now offer underwater cameras for rent or purchase, allowing you to take a video of your dive with you when you go back to show off to your friends and family.

SURFING

Surfer riding the waves at Thulusdhoo Photography by Dynamyst

Although a relatively new addition to the Maldives experience compared to diving and snorkeling, the Maldives now boasts some of the best surf spots in the world and attracts even world famous surfers to its surf breaks. The best time for surfing in the Maldives is said to be from April to

October but there are surf spots all across the Maldives that can offer excellent experiences to everyone from beginners to professionals all throughout the year. The surf generally ranges in size from 3 to 8 feet although bigger ones are experienced occasionally.

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ISLAND HOPPING SEAPLANE TOURS 1 Island hopping in Kaafu Guraidhoo Photography by Dynamyst 2 A seaplane waits for passengers Photography by Dynamyst 3 A happy guest shows off her first catch Photography by Dynamyst 4 Aerial view of Male’City at sunset Photography by Dynamyst 5 Liveaboards docked at Hulhumale’ habour Photography by Dynamyst

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Basically, it’s a bundledpackage that gives you the chance to enjoy several excursions in one! The ‘island-hopping’ excursion usually takes you to another resort, an uninhabited island and an inhabited island all in a day! If getting a small taste of what another Maldivian resort is like isn’t enough, consider that you will get the chance to go snorkeling in the clear waters of a deserted island and relax at the end of the trip by enjoying a beach barbecue under the stars.

You will also be able to visit a local inhabited island to experience what a typical Maldivian island looks like.

The seaplane companies operating in the Maldives offer spectacular flights over the atolls; perfect for photo trips or sight-seeing.

Enjoy the aerial view of the beautiful islands of the Maldives as the seaplanes fly low to give you the best views from the air as possible.

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For the adventurous types who want a chance to tell the tale of landing the big one! Set out early in the morning and catch an unforgettable Maldivian sunrise while the crew of the boat prepares an energetic breakfast that will keep your energy levels high for the upcoming battle. Then prepare for an epic struggle to land one of the biggest game fish in Maldivian waters; marlins or swordfish.

Available as a full-day or half-day trip, the Male’ Tour allows tourists to experience the hustle and bustle of the world’s most densely populated capital city. At the Male’ jetty you will be handed over to an external local tour guide who will guide you through the history, politics and culture of this unique country. In Male’ you have several places worth seeing and visiting, such as the National Museum, the local fish market, fruit & vegetable market, and the Sultan Park. You can finish off the tour by visiting some of the several souvenir shops in the area.

Often said to be the best way to enjoy the Maldives if you are a diver, a cruise boat not only offers you the opportunity to explore and visit a lot of the islands of the Maldives, it also gives you the chance to dive some of the best dive sites all across the Maldives. That’s not all; being on one of the various sizes of the beautiful luxury liveaboards of Maldives means you get to go on fishing trips too!

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WHALE SUBMARINE TRIP 1 Whale submarine near a colorful reef Photography by Dynamyst 2 A couple snorkeling in a clear lagoon Photography by Dynamyst 3 A local shows of his jetski skills Photography by Dynamyst 4 A typical Maldivian sunset Photography by Dynamyst

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The world’s biggest passenger submarine is available to take you down to the beautiful underwater paradise of the Maldives. A truly unique experience not to be missed and highly recommended for every tourist to the Maldives.

What makes this submarine trip unique is not that you get to see many of the fantastic marine creatures that inhabit the Maldivian sea up close, but the fact that the operatorsof the trip have arranged an

underwater circus for the passengers to enjoy as they gaze out through the portholes of the submarine.

Watch as divers interact with the various marine life around the sub, feeding and playing with them. Gasp in awe as a playful giant moray eel comes out from the reef it calls home to swim and play around with the divers, even letting them pet and feed it. Catching sight of a turtle or shark is also very possible.

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SNORKELING Snorkeling is a good alternative to diving for those who do not want to go through the hassle of learning to dive and getting familiar with the equipment. Just put on a snorkel and you’re good to go.

Maldives lagoons are so clear and abundant with rich marine life that even a short snorkeling trip just a few feet away from the beach over the house reef will yield unbelievable wonders and sights to enjoy.

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WATER SPORTS SUNSET & DOLPHINE CRUISE Every tourist resort in the Maldives has a Water Sports Center and the same is true for almost every island that operates guesthouses in the Maldives.

These offer various activities for the guests but the basic activities available usually are snorkeling, windsurfing, banana riding, kayaking, and jetskiing.

However, some Water Sports Centers also offer the more thrilling catamaran sailing, para-sailing, kite-surfing and even Flyboards (Iron Man-style water jet-pack) and the Subwing (the personal submarine that lets you “fly” through the water.

Take the chance to enjoy stunning Maldivian sunset out on the high seas with a glass of sparkling wine and dolphins to guide your way.

Don’t forget to take your cameras, as there's always a chance to bump into some friendly dolphins who are more than willing to put on a show for you.

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DHIGURAH ISLAND

Dhigurah, (meaning long island) is in Alifu Dhaalu atoll, about 20 minutes by plane from the capital, Male’. The island is narrow but 3 km in length which is considered to be a reasonably long island in the Maldives. With more than 3 km of natural white sandy beach, it is also considered to be a beautiful inhabited island. The population of around 600 is concentrated on a small area in the north of the island and the rest is mostly for fruit and vegetable gardening and natural vegetation.

LOCATION Alif Dhaaf Atoll

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT

3 hrs by ferry

1 hr by Speed boat

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FULIDHOO ISLAND

Fulidhoo is known far and wide as being one of the most beautiful inhabited islands of the Maldives, the guesthouses in Fulidhoo offers everything that that the resorts of the Maldives is famous for but at a much more affordable price. The island is surrounded by a large white sandy beach and the diversity of marine life you’ll meet even during a short snorkeling excursion in the surrounding turquoise lagoon is mind-bending!

LOCATION Vaavu Atoll

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT

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GAN ISLAND

Gan is one of the inhabited islands of Haddhunmathi Atoll, administrative code Laamu and the proposed capital for the Mathi-Dhekunu Province of the Maldives. Gan is the longest island of the Maldives. It is divided in wards, the northernmost of which is called Thundi in middle Mathimadhu and at the end Mukurimagu. The four islands Gan, Maandhoo, Kadhdhoo and Fonadhoo which are linked with causeways stretches up to about 18 kilometers in length making up the longest lengthen of dry land in the Maldives.

KEYODHOO ISLAND

Known as the "Fishing Capital" of the Maldives, the island is popular for those looking to spend their holidays on fishing excursions out in the open sea. So expect to find several guesthouses that cater specifically to this group of tourists. However, the island also offers the usual water sports and other excursions you'd expect from a Maldivian island. Professional divers will also find a lot to like about this island as there are several fully equipped dive centers located in Keyodhoo.

LOCATION Vaavu Atoll

LOCATION 3 hrs by ferry

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Laamu Atoll

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MAALHOS ISLAND

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Located in Baa atoll, a protected biosphere reserve, Maalhos has a population of just around 600. The island is most notable for the rich cultural and traditional activities still practiced in the island.

Maalhos is popular even among locals as a must-visit island during holidays as a lot of cultural events are organized by the residents every year. As the island has wholeheartedly embraced guesthouse tourism, tourists from all the world can now enjoy the rich culture and traditional activities on display in the island at a level never before accessible to foreigners.

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The birthplace of the guesthouse industry in the Maldives, Kaafu Atoll Maafushi is about 45 minutes away from Male' via speedboat and now boasts over a dozen beautiful guesthouses and offers guests an assortment of activities and facilities that would rival any Maldivian resort. A nice, secluded beach area is available for guests and there's no shortage of water sports activities.

LOCATION South Male’ Atoll

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RASDHOO ISLAND

Located in Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo is the capital island of the administrative division and has many guesthouses with varying degrees of comfort and amenities available. The island is very popular with divers due to its close proximity to several famous dive sites. Honeymooners and couples will also love the picnic island and sandbank excursions.

LOCATION Alif Alif Atoll

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT

4 hrs by ferry

Baa Atoll 1 hrs by Speed boat

2 hrs by Speed boat

20 mins by Aeroplane

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THINADHOO ISLAND

Thinadhoo in Vaavu atoll is a beautiful island surrounded by sandy beaches and a lush housereef. Referred to as “Mas Thinadhoo” (Fish Thinadhoo) in ancient times due to the fantastic amount of marine life that call the island's lagoon home, Thinadhoo is now a favorite spot for recreational fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The island is rich in history and folklore but guests will find the typically beautiful beaches and sea to be the main attraction.

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THODDOO ISLAND

To most locals, the island is famous as the "island of watermelons".

This is no surprise as a large percentage of the beautiful island of Thoddoo is composed of farms used to cultivate the fruit throughout the year. However, the farms on the island are a secondary attraction to the tourists flocking in droves to enjoy the private beach area regarded by many as among the most beautiful beaches in the country. The crystal clear waters are perfect for snorkeling/ swimming and there are plenty of dive sites within quick reach via speedboat.

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UKULHAS ISLAND

Located in Alif Alif Atoll close to the most northern boundary, Ukulhas is an oval-shaped island famed for its cleanliness and well -maintained waste management system. The island was awarded the ‘Green Leaf Award’ in the year 2014 for providing outstanding services to protect and preserve the environment and has been recognized as an environmental role-model island in Maldives.

LOCATION Alif Alif Atoll

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT

Alif Alif Atoll

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT

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The “Guesthouses Maldives Conference 2016� organized by Maldives Getaways was held at Dharubaaruge on September 24th, 2016. It was attended by 240 participants, including 162 guesthouse owners from over 50 islands, over 40 international and local travel agents, as well as 15 business partners, Government offices and other industry stakeholders. This was the first event of its kind to be held in the country and the main objective was to promote and market the industry in order to reach the milestone of attracting 500,000 tourists to the Maldives by 2020.

The Conference was inaugurated by Chief Guest Minister of Finance and Treasury Mr. Ahmed Munawar. CEO of Bank of Maldives Mr. Andrew Healy chaired as the Title Partner while Mr. Faizel Ali represented Lily International, the Main Partner for the event.

Endorsed by the world leading authority on tourism, United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the conference was recognized by several other significant institutions and associations including Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC), Maldives Associations of Tourism Industry (MATI), and Ministry of Economic Development.

The main objective of the Conference was to target 500,000 tourist arrivals into the country by 2020, and to allow Guesthouse owners and partners to reach a larger target audience and network with international tourism authorities while forming long-lasting business relationships and exploring new potential markets from around the world in one place.

The Conference commenced with the recitation of Holy Quran by Qari Firuzul. Dr. Hussain Sunny Umar, Chief Operating Officer of Maldives Getaways, delivered the opening remarks. Chief Guest, Minister Ahmed Munawar stressed the importance of the guesthouse industry and how it stipulates the income to the local islands. The Title Partner for the event, Bank of Maldives, pledged to support the country’s growing guesthouse industry to achieve its target. Presentations from various elites of the international tourism industry such as Mr. Asela Dematagoda, Senior Account Manager Hotels Maldives at Booking.com and Mr. Abhay Khanna, Senior Market Manager at Expedia, Inc, followed.

Guesthouses Maldives was incepted in 2014 as an initiative to provide marketing and promotion services to the growing guesthouse industry of Maldives. Initiated as a small brand, Guesthouses Maldives today encompasses over 80 local islands and markets the majority of the operating guesthouse properties in the country.

The team visited over 330 guesthouses in the Maldives to document and research the industry in an effort to better understand and improve the industry. The first edition of the Guesthouses Maldives Magazine was published in 2015 and launched at ATM Dubai travel fair.

The magazine is currently in its 4th edition and is distributed to the leading international tourism fairs which are attended by over 1 million travel industry professionals.

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AADAN BEACH HOUSE

LOCATION

Ari Atoll, Dhigurah Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr 45 mins

by Speed boat

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

imran@aadanbeachhouse.com www.aadanbeachhouse.com

AIRPORT BEACH HOTEL

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

11

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

info@airportbeach.mv www.airportbeachhotel.com

AMAZING VIEW

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

75 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

view.thoddoo@gmail.com www.amazingviewmaldives.com

AMEERA MALDIVES

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Dhiffushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

10

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 45 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

ameerasales@gmail.com | info@ameeramaldives.com www.ameeramaldives.com

ARENA BEACH HOTEL

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

19

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

30 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@arenabeachmaldives.com www.arenabeachmaldives.com

ARENA GRAND OCEANFRONT

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

50

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

30 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@arenabeachmaldives.com www.arenabeachmaldives.com

ARENA LODGE MALDIVES

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

30 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

arenalodgemaldives@gmail.com www.arenalodgemaldives.com

ARENA LODGE SKY

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

30 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

arenalodgemaldives@gmail.com www.arenalodgemaldives.com

ARISTON DHANGETHI INN

LOCATION

Alif Dhaalu Atoll, Dhangethi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

13

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr. 45 mins.

by Speed boat

50 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@aristondhangethi-inn.com www.aristonmaldives.com

BANANA RESIDENCE

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

60 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 16hrs Room service - 16hrs Restaurant/Cafe Mini bar Internet/Wifi TV/Cable TV

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

reservation@bananaresidence.com www.bananaresidence.com

BEACH RESIDENCE

LOCATION

Aif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs 50 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

20 mins by aeroplane

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@beachresidence.net | reservation@beachresidence.net www.beachresidence.net

BEACH STAY MALDIVES

LOCATION

Dhaalu Atoll, Meedhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs 30 mins 35 mins

by Speed boat by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

beachstaymaldive@gmail.com | latheef@beachstaymaldives.com www.beachstaymaldives.com

BEACH VILLA UKULHAS

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

03

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs. 15 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr 10 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 18hrs

Essentials

Room service - 12hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

eclipsemaldives@gmail.com | info@beachvillaukulhas.com www.beachvillaukulhas.com

BELLA VISTA INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Mathiveri Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr. 30 mins.

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

bellavistainnmaldives@gmail.com www.bellavistainnmathiveri.com

BIOSPHERE INN

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Dharavandhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

2 hrs

by Speed boat

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@biosphereinn.com | reservation@biosphereinn.com www.biosphereinn.com

BLUEDIP BOUTIQUE DHANGETHI

LOCATION

Alif Dhaalu Atoll, Dhangethi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

8

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr. 45 mins.

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs Room service - 24hrs Restaurant/Cafe Mini bar Internet/Wifi TV/Cable TV

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@bluediphotels.com www.bluediphotels.com

50 mins by aeroplane

BOUTIQUE BEACH - DIVING HOTEL

LOCATION

South Ari Atoll, Dhigurah Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs. by ferry

1 hr. 30 mins.

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

20 mins by aeroplane Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

bookings@boutiquebeach.club www.boutiquebeach.club

CANOPUS RETREAT THULUSDHOO

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Thulusdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr. 30 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

30 mins.

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

thulusdhoo@canopusmaldives.com www.canopusretreats.com

CASTLE INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Bodufolhudhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

90 mins

by Speed boat

25 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

trippingmaldives@gmail.com www.tripping.mv

CENTRAL BOUTIQUE INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Male’

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 15 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@centralboutiqueinn.com www.centralboutiqueinn.com

CENTRAL VIEW GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Gaaf Alif Atoll, Maamendhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

04

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 55 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@centralview.in www.centralview.in

COCONUT TREE HULHUVILLA BEACH

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 15 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Male’ Tour Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping

CONTACT

reservations@coconuttreemaldives.com www.coconuttreemaldives.com

COKES SURF SHACK

LOCATION

North Male’ Atoll, Thulusdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hrs 30 mins by ferry

30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

cokessurf@gmail.com www.cokessurfshack.com

CORAL REEF VIEW INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

90 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping

CONTACT

manager@coralreefviewinn.com | info@coralreefviewinn.com www.coralreefviewinn.com

DHIVEHI EXPERIENCE

LOCATION

South Ari Atoll, Dhigurah Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

2 hrs

by Speed boat

15 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

info@dhivehiexperience.net www.dhivehiexperience.net

DHONFULHAFI INN

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Maalhos Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

haneef72788@gmail.com www.fulhafiholidays.com

DIVE VILLA

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

17

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

75 mins by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

www. www.dive-villa.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

FAZA VIEW INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

20 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@seabluemaldives.com www.seabluemaldives.com

FEHENDHOO STAY

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Fehendhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs. by Speed boat

20 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@fehendhoostay.com www.fehendhoostay.com

FERIDHOO INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Feridhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

90 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

15 mins

by Seaplane

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@feridhooinn.com www.feridhooinn.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

FINIROALHI

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

75 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

Romantic Dinner

info@finiroalhi.com | reservation@finiroalhi.com www.finiroalhi.com

HANIFARU STAY

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Kendhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs 30 by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

sales@hanifarustay.com www.hanifarustay.com

HANIFARU TRANSIT INN

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Dharavandhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

18 mins by aeroplane Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@hanifarutransitinn.com www.hanifarutransitinn.com

HIYAA ILAA

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Dharavandhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 21hrs

Essentials

Room service - 21hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

stay@hiyaailaa.com www.hiyaailaa360.com

HOLIDAY COTTAGE MALDIVES

LOCATION

Ari Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr. by Speed boat

15 mins. by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

info@holidaycottage.com.mv www.holidaycottage.com.mv

HOLIDAY GARDEN RASDHOO

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs by ferry

1 hr by Speed boat

15 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

holidaygardenrasdhoo@gmail.com www.holidaygardenrasdhoo.com

HOLIDAY GRAND MALDIVES

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

info@holidaygrandmaldives.com www.holidaygrandmaldives.com

HOLIDAY HOME KELAA

LOCATION

Haa Alif Atoll, Kelaa Island

NO. OF ROOMS

10

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

25 mins by Speed boat

45 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@holidayhomekelaa.mv www.holidayhomekelaa.mv

HOLIDAY VILLAGE RETREAT

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Bodufolhudhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

1 hr. 45 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping

CONTACT

info@holidayvillageretreat.com www.holidayvillageretreat.com

HORSBURGH ISLAND GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Goidhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hours by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

info@horsburgguesthouse.com www.horsburgguesthouse.com

HUZEYVIEW GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Rakeedhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

75 mins by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@huzeyview.com www.huzeyview.com

HOTEL UI INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

22

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@uihotels.com www.uihotels.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

GUNBARU INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

60 mins by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 12hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

20 mins by aeroplane

info@gunbaruinn.com www.gunbaruinn.com

IBERRY INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

9

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

iberryinn@gmail.com www.iberrymaldives.com

ISLAND VISTA INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

1 hr by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

info@islandvistainn.com www.islandvistainn.com

ISLANDWAY ETOS

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Guraidhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

35 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

inquiry@islandway.mv www.islandway.mv

ITOUCH BLUE

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Keyodhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Reception - 15hrs

Essentials

Room service - 15hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

itouchblue1@gmail.com www.itouchbluediving.com

JUPITER SUNRISE LODGE

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Keyodhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

8

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Big game Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

www.jupiter-sunrise-lodge.com info@jupiter-sunrise-lodge.com

KAANI BEACH

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

18

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

35 mins. by Speed boat Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Male’ Tour Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping

CONTACT

reservations@kaanihotels.com www.kaanibeach.com

KAANI GRAND SEAVIEW

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

56

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

35 mins. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@kaanihotels.com

KAANI LODGE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Male’

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by ferry

2 mins by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

reservations@kaanihotels.com www.kaanilodge.com

KAANI VILLAGE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

20

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

35 mins. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

reservations@kaanihotels.com www.kaanivillage.com

KALHU MURAKA

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Keyodhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@murakadiving.com murakadiving.com

KUREDHI BEACH INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins by ferry

40 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@kuredhibeach.com kuredhibeach.com

KURI BEACH INN

LOCATION

Alif Dhaaf Atoll, Omadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

06

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

1 hr 20 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

booking@palmshademaldives.com www.palmshademaldives.com

KURI INN

LOCATION

Alif Dhaaf Atoll, Omadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

06

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

1 hr 20 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

booking@palmshademaldives.com www.palmshademaldives.com

LAGUNA BOUTIQUE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@laguna-boutique.com www.laguna-boutique.com

LE VIEUX NICE INN

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

10

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@levieuxniceinn.com www.levieuxniceinn.com

LIBERTY GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Alif Dhaalu Atoll, Mahibadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@libertyguesthouse.mv www.libertyguesthouse.mv

LOCAL ISLAND INN

LOCATION

Alif Dhaal Atoll, Hangnaameedhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

abdulsalaam948@gmail.com www.localislandinn.com

LONUVELI

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

19

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

lonuveli@outlook.com www.lonuveli.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

LUAU BEACH INN MALDIVES

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Fulidhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs. 25 mins by ferry

1 hr. 10 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@luaubeachinnmaldives.com www.luaubeachinnmaldives.com

LVIS BLANCURA

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Dharavandhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

7

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs

by Speed boat

25 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@lvishotels.com www.lvishotels.com

MAAFUSHI VILLAGE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

7

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

35 mins. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

maafushii.village@gmail.com

MADI FINOLHU

LOCATION

Baa Atoll, Maalhos Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

20 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

madihotels@gmail.com

MALDIVES SEASHINE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Huraa Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 2 hrs 15 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

30 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

nafiz.seashine@gmail.com www.maldivesseashine.com

MANTA INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Bodufolhudhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

90 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

sales@mantamaldives.com www.mantamaldives.com

MIKADO GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Thaa Atoll, Thimarafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

30 mins by aeroplane Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

benjnaanu@gmail.com www.maldivessurf.com/en/guesthouses

MOODHU INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Ukulhas Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

90 mins

by Speed boat Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@moodhuinn.com | reservations@moodhuinn.com www.moodhuinn.com

NEW BREEZE THODDOO INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr. by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@newbreezeinn.com www.newbreezeinn.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

OLIVA PALM COTTAGE

LOCATION

Alif Dhaal Atoll, Dhigurah Island

NO. OF ROOMS

11

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr 45 mins

by Speed boat

11 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

reservations@olivagroup.com

OMADHOO CORAL VIEW INN

LOCATION

Alif Dhaaf Atoll, Omadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

06

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

1 hr 20 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

booking@palmshademaldives.com www.palmshademaldives.com

PALM RESIDENCE

LOCATION

North Ari Atoll, Fulidhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr. 15 mins

by Speed boat Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

bookings@mvpalmresidence.com www.mvpalmresidence.com

PEARL BEACH VIEW

LOCATION

Gaaf Alif Atoll, Nilandhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 50 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

pearlbeachview@gmail.com

PLUMERIA BOUTIQUE GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Thinadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

21

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 75 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@plumeriamaldives.com www.plumeriamaldives.com

PLUMERIA SEA VIEW

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Thinadhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

27

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 75 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

reservation@plumeriamaldives.com | fo@plumeriamaldives www.plumeriamaldives.com

RAALHU LODGE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Himmafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

8

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 45 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

15 mins by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

raalhulodge@gmail.com

RAI NIKA BEACH

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Keyodhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 1 hr 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@rainikabeach.com www.rainikabeach.com

RASDHOO DIVE LODGE

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs 30 mins by ferry

65 mins by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@rasdhoo.com www.rasdhoo.com

RASDHOO VIEW INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

3

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

60 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

ali.rafiu@gmail.com

RAS REEF RASDHOO

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

9

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

60 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

rasreefrasdhoo@gmail.com www.rasreefmaldives.com

RAS VILLAGE GUEST HOUSE

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

7

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

1 hr. 15 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

reservations@rasvillagerasdhoo.com www.rasvillagerasdhoo.com

RASHU HIYAA

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Dhiffushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

18

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

45 mins

by Speed boat

Reception

Essentials

Room service

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@rashuhiyaa.mv www.rashuhiyaa.mv

RELAX RESIDENCE

LOCATION

Ari Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

11

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs. by ferry

1 hr. 30 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@relaxresidencemaldives.com www.facebook.com/relaxresidencemaldives

RIVERIES DIVING VILLAGE

LOCATION

Laamu Atoll, Gan Island

NO. OF ROOMS

23

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 35 mins by aeroplane

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@reveriesmaldives.com www.reveriesmaldives.com

ROYAL INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

60 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

info@royalinnrasdhoo.com

SERENE SKY GUESTHOUSE

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

13

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

75 mins

by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

info@sereneskyguesthouse.com www.sereneskyguesthouse.com

SEVINEX INN

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Feridhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

5

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 6 hrs by ferry

90 mins

by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

15 mins

by Seaplane

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@sevinexinn.com www.sevinexinn.com

SHALLOW LAGOON RASDHOO

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Rasdhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

8

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

1 hr. 10 mins

by Speed boat

20 mins. by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

reservations@shallowlagoonrasdhoo.com www.shallowlagoonrasdhoo.com

SURFVIEW RAALHUGANDU

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Male’

NO. OF ROOMS

20

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by ferry

2 mins by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

sales@surfviewhotel.com www.surfviewhotel.com

TEALEAF BEACH HOTEL

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Hulhumale’ Island

NO. OF ROOMS

12

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by car

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Water sports

CONTACT

info@aliskymaldives.com www.aliskymaldives.com

THE BEEHIVE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Male

NO. OF ROOMS

32

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by ferry

2 mins by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@beehivehotels.com www.beehivehotels.com

THE MELROSE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Male

NO. OF ROOMS

31

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 10 mins by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

2 mins by Speed boat Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Diving Surfing Snorkelling Water sports

CONTACT

info@melrosehotel.com.mv www.melrosehotel.com.mv

THODDOO OCEAN FRONT

LOCATION

Alif Alif Atoll, Thoddoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 4 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

75 mins by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Fishing

Snorkelling

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

sales@oceanfront.com.mv www.oceanfront.com.mv

TME RETREATS DHIGURAH

LOCATION

South Ari Atoll, Dhigurah Island

NO. OF ROOMS

21

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 5-6 hrs. by ferry

2 hrs. by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

20 mins. by aeroplane Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

BBQ at sandbank Fishing Cultural Show

CONTACT

info@tme.mv www.tme.mv

VASHAFARU INN

LOCATION

Haa Dhaal Atoll, Vashafaru Island

NO. OF ROOMS

6

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 14 hrs. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

5 hrs. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

40 mins. by aeroplane

stay@vashafaru.com www.vashafaru.com

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

VELANA BEACH MAAFUSHI

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

10

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

35 mins. by Speed boat

SERVICES / FACILITIES

Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

Male’ Tour Sandbank Picnic Island Hopping

CONTACT

sales@velanahotels.com www.velanahotels.com

VELI VILAA

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Dhiffushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 3 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

35 mins by Speed boat

15 mins by aeroplane

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

www.facebook.com/velivilaa

WHITE MAAKANA LODGE

LOCATION

Vaavu Atoll, Keyodhoo Island

NO. OF ROOMS

4

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 7 hrs by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

35 mins by Speed boat Essentials Hot/Cold Shower Air Conditioning Laundry/Ironing Airport Transfer Breakfast

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

CONTACT

info@maakanalodge.com www.whitemaakanaa-lodge.com

WHITE SAND LODGE

LOCATION

Kaafu Atoll, Maafushi Island

NO. OF ROOMS

14

DISTANCE FROM AIRPORT 90 mins. by ferry

SERVICES / FACILITIES

ACTIVITIES / EXCURSIONS

35 mins. by Speed boat

Reception - 24hrs

Essentials

Room service - 24hrs

Hot/Cold Shower

Restaurant/Cafe

Air Conditioning

Mini bar

Laundry/Ironing

Internet/Wifi

Airport Transfer

TV/Cable TV

Breakfast

Diving

Male’ Tour

BBQ at sandbank

Surfing

Sandbank Picnic

Fishing

Snorkelling

Island Hopping

Cultural Show

Water sports

CONTACT

reservations@whitesandlodge.com www.whitesandlodge.com

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