Top 10 Specialty lodgings in Maldives,

May 4, 2023 Sheron Bogner

Want to make your co-workers insanely jealous? Just casually drop "I’m vacationing in the Maldives this year" into conversation, preferably in the dead of winter. Or better yet, go there without mentioning it to anyone—then send them a "Wish you were here!" postcard.
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1. Amaya Kuda Rah Maldives Resort

00150
Excellent
72%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 459 reviews

Amaya Kuda Rah Maldives Resort

Located in the southern part of the South Ari Atoll Maldives sits the exotic beauty of Amaya Kuda Rah. With a pristine beach, a variety of scuba diving opportunities, and of course the best of Maldivian hospitality. Bringing you the finest in relaxation and luxury with the utmost privacy, Amaya Kuda Rah is located just minutes away from the famous diving site of Kuda Rah Thila and Maamigili Corner famour for Whale Sharks. Amaya Kuda Rah is suitable for solo travelers, couples, honeymooners, families with children, divers. All the rooms are featured with free WiFi, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, bluetooth music player, Bvlgari amenities and other modern comforts. The air-conditioned villas have attached bathroom with Jacuzzi bath tub and outdoor rain shower and all with their own private pool. Amaya Kuda Rah offers a wide range of excursions like sunset fishing, dolphin watching, sunset champagne cruise, cultural island experience and many more

Paradisiac Island in South Ary Atoll

Reviewed By RosyB391

The transfer from Malè to island by seaplane was the first amazing experience! At the resort we were warmly welcomed by all the staff, who pampered us throughout the holiday! All the staff were kind and always available! We stayed in the water villa which is equipped with all comforts and overlooking the ocean.. Amazing view! The sea is crystal clear and the beaches are very white, moreover, every day you can see many fish, small sharks and we were lucky to have also seen turtles and dolphins! Also the diving is very good! We also had a romantic dinner on the beach .. Food was very good and the sunset was amazing! Very beautiful holiday for our honeymoon❤️

2. Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo

Fiyaathoshige, 09020
Excellent
93%
Good
6%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
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Terrible
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Overall Ratings

5 based on 108 reviews

Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo

Shallow Lagoo is 1 minute walk from the beach. Featuring free WiFi and a restaurant, Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo offers accommodation in Rasdu. Each room at this guest house is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Certain units include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room includes a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a

A true gem on a local island, experience a more authentic side of the Maldives.

Reviewed By E1638UEstacyw

Shallow Lagoon is located on the small local island of Rasdhoo, the best place to stay in on this Island in our opinion. The establishment is split in two parts, the Reception, a Restaurant and Rooms located more inland (about 2 streets away from the beach) and a Dive Centre with a few rooms (which is where we stayed for 6 nights in May 2022). These rooms are beachfront & even though they are located right on a public section on beach, there is still a sense of privacy and exclusivity. We were looking to experience a more local and authentic side of the Maldives while still being comfortable & Shallow Lagoon certainly delivered. The rooms were well appointed, clean and spacious. The restaurant and staff were very welcoming and friendly. We were lucky enough to be the only tourists, so we essentially had private tours & excursions. All the guides and staff made sure we had a great experience. The dives were great, the corals and sea life were abundant and in great condition (something you see less of at the commercial resorts) A note to future travellers: Take some mosquito repellant, ladies remember it is a local island, so you will need to dress more conservatively when in town or in public areas, don't forget to try all the other local restaurants on the Island. Thanks Shallow Lagoon, we would definitely recommend you and return given the opportunity.

3. Dhiffushi Inn

Wintergreenhigun, 08030
Excellent
97%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5 based on 63 reviews

Dhiffushi Inn

Dhiffushi Inn has modern island style rooms with a view right at the ocean or the island. You can enjoy variety of international cuisines in our restaurant. When you arrive we will welcome you with a tropical drink at our beach bar where you can enjoy drinks, coffee, fresh coconut and other various beverages during your stay. With less than one minute walk you will be at our white sandy beach which is a great place for everyone who want to just relax or who feel adventurous and want to try our water sports. You will be able to try kayaking, glass kayaking, paddle boarding or snorkeling. You can play table tennis or volleyball with your family, friends or with our guest house’s staff. In the night the beach transforms to a magical place with so many lights, clear sky full of stars and moon light. You can enjoy a BBQ or a simple dinner at the best atmosphere you can ever imagine. When you arrive at Dhiffushi you will feel like you are in paradise. You are surrounded by a crystal clear water with every shade of blue you can imagine. You see tall palm trees with coconuts which dominate the island. You see small island houses where the locals live and do their daily work. You can smell the fresh salt water in the air. You can feel the warmth of the sun on your skin. The locals welcome you with a friendly smile. Dhiffushi is a small inhabited island located just 45 minutes by speed boat from the airport. In the southwest corner of the island is our guest house Dhiffushi Inn.

Dhiffushi Inn 3Nights with activities

Reviewed By jerinjacobp

Ahmed and his collegue was superb. Very proffessional and experienced. They took care of us well. We went for multiple water activities and it was was wonderful. He made sure everyone was happy before every activity.

4. Amber Beach

10997 Nirolhu Magu - 18 Goalhi, Hulhumale
Excellent
95%
Good
5%
Satisfactory
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0%
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5 based on 20 reviews

Amber Beach

Amber Beach Hotel is located on the beachfront in Hulhumale, a few steps from Eastern/ Hulhumale beach and a 10-minute walk from Ferry Terminal Park. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar. The hotel provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, an electric tea pot, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a bidet. Amber Beach Hotel has some accommodations with sea views, and each room comes with a coffee machine. At the accommodation rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.

Will be our 1st choice in Greater Male region

Reviewed By ChikaFish

We stayed at Ocean View Queen Room for 6 nights; 2 nights for the initial plan and extended 4 nights. We are extremely happy with the property and the service. Amber Beach will be our first choice when we stay in Greater Male region! Room: - The balcony that allowed us to breathe fresh air without going down the stairs. - Bed was comfy and I loved the fluffy soft pillows. - The bathroom was clean and bright, the exhaust fan was strong enough for small laundries to be dried by the next morning; which is very rare to have at hotels in Male/Hulhumale. Staff & Service - The Manager was always approachable, friendly and caring. - Receptionists were very helpful and reliable. If they weren’t able to answer immediately, they’d make sure to be communicated with others and the manager, and they would get back to us for certain. - Room boys were very trusty. Shelves and behind the bed were also cleaned, and one more surprise was that a small tip we left on the bed were nicely put back on the dresser… which I doubled and haded directly to the boys later :-) - Breakfast buffet was enjoyable at the table outside (and inside, of course, if you wish to) including fresh fruits. The waiter was very attending who would ask your preference how eggs to be prepared and comes fresh from the kitchen. - A neighboring restaurant, Red Snapper & Coffee Beans, was our favorite to have good coffee in the daytime and for dinner. Waiters at the restaurant were very friendly and tried to remember our preferences. We also get “Amber Beach guest” discount at Red Snapper, thanks a lot :-) There was a kitty in the area that delivered babies in the bush during our stay. Amber Beach gave her (and babies) a safe shelter. This tells how caring this hotel is!!

5. Lagoon Villa Thoddoo

Shaheed Ali Hingun Ari Atoll, 09010
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 28 reviews

Lagoon Villa Thoddoo

Situated in Thoddoo Island Maldives, Lagoon Villa provides modern and comfortable rooms, all rooms are Air-conditioned and attached big bathrooms. All Rooms has big Windows to Garden and Coffee and Tea Facilities in the room with electric kettle. Entire Hotel has Free WiFi. Boasting room service, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. Staff on site can arrange airport transfers. Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Authentic Vacation in Beach Paradies

Reviewed By V8050AZmarior

We stayed with our 2 Kids (1 Baby) for 9 nights in Lagoon Villa. Friendly, familiar and hospitable staff- no matter if it's the owner of the gusthouse, the waiters of the restaurant Lagoon or Hanil. They do their work with love. We did a snorkeling-trip and a sandbank tour, that was perfect organized. Also the romantic dinner on the beach was a magic moment. One of the owners took me to the hobby-football game, it was a nice experience. Thank you for the wonderful stay.

6. Joali Being

20066
Excellent
100%
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5 based on 6 reviews

Joali Being

Designed as a nature immersive wellbeing retreat island, the first of its kind in the Maldives, JOALI BEING offers completely personalised and results-driven transformative programmes, with the ultimate aim for guests to return home feeling renewed, uplifted and inspired, with a new sense of ‘weightlessness’. The retreat will offer an array of finest wellbeing facilities and unique transformational spaces, including hydrotherapy, movement, and sound healing experiences

The most amazing well-being retreat in the Maldives

Reviewed By ZeldivaLuxury

We stayed in Joali Being for two nights on a fam trip. It was amazing experience. The villas are really big and spacious with a big pool in each villa. The staffs were really caring and professional. Food was excellent. They serve the food according to the dietary requirements for a healthy lifestyle. The best treatment facilities for a wellbeing. The best spa treatment I have ever experienced. The island is very calm and quiet. I wish if I could have stayed there more than two nights since a proper treatment for the body will require at least 5 nights stay. The best is 21 days if looking for a proper mind, skin, microbiome & energy therapy.

7. Kahanbu Ocean View

Neruveli Magu, Ihaa, 08040
Excellent
98%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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5 based on 83 reviews

Kahanbu Ocean View

Kahanbu Ocean View is a guest house and Bed and Break fast lying on the stunning white beaches of Thulusdhoo with beautiful turquoise ocean view's from each guest room... It has four big rooms with air condition, ceiling fan and en suite bathroom. Provided with all comforts including French windows with access to the white Maldivian beaches, internet and kitchen to be used by the staff. According to clients' choice we can organise excursion for snorkeling, sand banks, desert islands...

AMAZING!

Reviewed By Jaszmina

We spent a 12 days long holiday at Kahanbu Ocean View and everything was just perfect! The place is amazing, it has a special laid-back vibe, the garden ends in the ocean, thus you have a private bikini beach for yourself. The breakfast is Italian style, coffee (thank you for the mokka Giulia) and cakes, with fresh fruit or eggs. If you are lucky enough you might have a view of dolphins playing during breakfast :) The real gem about the place are the super nice hosts, Giulia and Chikaa, who did everything possible to make us feel at home (ordering a birthday cake, visiting the sandbank, renting a SUP, recommending the best shops, watching Chikaa surf, etc.) and to have an unforgettable holiday at Kahanbu. Raju the chef was always ready to help us, he prepared baby food for our son, accompanied with a huge smile :) It was the best decision to stay at Kahanbu! Thank you guys for everything!

8. Koimala Beach

Orchid Magu, 09030
Excellent
86%
Good
3%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Koimala Beach

Koimala Beach Ukulhas is a local house converted to a 4 room guest house. including a kitchen and open air garden total area of space is 3200 square feet. Koimala Beach located near by Bikini Beach or the tip of the island, just few steps to the Bikini Beach. Koimala Beach hospitable staffs are ready to serve Comfortable Accommodation, International / Local Cuisine and Nature Exploring Activities.

Wonderful stay at a cost guest house

Reviewed By Ольга С

Thanks to the hospitality of Mr Abdul Nawaz and his deputy Faruok we had a homelike stay at this cosy guest house. The food that was made for us at breakfast and at dinner was fresh and delicious. The service was really outstanding. Everything was well organized and moreover Abdul was always very helpful and honest with us at all times. The room was spacious and clean. And it’s just 2 mins away from the grocery and bikini beach. Wonderful vacation was due to our stay at this lovely guest house and we will definitely come back?

9. Tranquila Maldives

Fannu Miskithu Magu, 09020
Excellent
92%
Good
8%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
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5 based on 25 reviews

Tranquila Maldives

Tranquila Maldives is a cozy beachfront accommodation located in Rasdu Atoll. Surrounded by crystal clear waters, this secluded residence offers free Wi-Fi access in all areas. Various water-sport activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, and fishing can also be arranged upon request. The residence is only a 5-minute boat ride from well-known Madivaru Reefs. Male International Airport is 60 km away. Rooms are well-appointed and cooled with air conditioning. Each room comes with a wardrobe​ and a minibar. Bathroom facilities are en-suite. At Tranquila Maldives, you will find a 24-hour front desk, a peaceful garden and barbecue facilities. Ironing/laundry services are offered to all guests at a surcharge. Guests can enjoy a variety of Asian, Western and European cuisines at the in-house restaurant. In-room dining options available

THE place to be in Rasdhoo

Reviewed By Calibeauty88

We loved the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Tranquila. Comfortable room, cleaned every day, overlooking the private beach from our balcony. The small number of rooms makes the place even better, calmer and perfect to unwind. The staff is amazing, always there for you, fresh fruit juice, fresh food cooked on site, always helpful. They arrange everything so your stay is incredible. We booked the night fishing excursion and it was fabulous. We caught fish and ate them at Tranquila. The staff barbecued the fish and laid a beautiful table by the beach. What an amazing evening.

10. Sunrise Beach

08090
Excellent
62%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
8%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 60 reviews

Sunrise Beach

Welcome to Maafushi Maldives! People say that the Maldivian islands are where they find their inner peace and calmness; so much so that the entire country’s economy is literally built around the hospitality business. But you’ll have to experience the sudden change of pace, from your flight to the hustle and bustle of the capital city of Maldives, to the utter change of pace that you’ll experience

Best experience ever in Maldives

Reviewed By 127muskans

I went to Maldives from 2nd march 2022 to 6th march 2022. I stayed at sunrise in Mafushi and the hotel was clean and staff was very helpful. Even staff itself organized activities for me. I went for snorkling and it was the best experience ever. It was like dream comes true. My guide/trainer was Haiday and he was so genuine person and i felt so comfortable to do snorkling with him. He made sure i was safe. I followed his steps and i got confidence to do it without life jacket even. Thankyou for this life time experience. I will visit again and will stay here itself. Muskan (India)

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