Located along the coastline of Maafushi, Arena Beach Hotel features modern and tranquil accommodations with free WiFi access in the entire property including rooms.
Muhammad
Pakistan
The room was awesomely located at the beach front. Especially the balcony which has the chairs to sit and relax in the beautfiul environment while watching the beautiful beach. And scenes are awesome.
The breakfast was reasonably good.
Rehendhi Villa features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Maafushi. This 3-star hotel offers a tour desk.
Dinu
France
Staff including Ansy, Nethmi and Mohan were friendly and accommodating. I also loved the pool and the location as it is close to the beach as well as the nearby shops.
Lagoona Sunset is a 3-star property located in Maafushi. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi.
Ahmed
United Arab Emirates
We loved everything about our stay here. Beautiful views of the harbor and sunset. Clean and comfortable room. The staff were friendly, helpful and willing to please. A budget hotel that is worth the money.
Located in South Male Atoll, 16 mi from Male City, Kaani Grand Seaview is a beach front property that features a spa center, fitness center and a conference room.
Facing the beachfront, Triton Prestige Seaview and Spa offers 4-star accommodations in Maafushi and features a fitness center, garden and shared lounge.
Necee
Netherlands
Staff was exceptional in their service,thank you from Ali and I 😊
Located in Maafushi and with Bikini Beach reachable within a 6-minute walk, Paradise Retreat, Maafushi has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a terrace.
Olga
Russia
Staff were amazing, very helpful and kind, we are so grateful for good service! Breakfasts are very tasty, it includes omelette, sausages, toasts with butter and jam and some starter (every day different). The location is good: sea view from the balcony, 500 m to the beach and a lot of cafes and shops nearby. Thank you so much for such a lovely visit:)
Featuring a garden, terrace and views of garden, Nala Island Village is located in Maafushi, a 3-minute walk from Bikini Beach.
Leca Shargarepica
Serbia
The staff was the best!
Smiled, helpfull. 10/10
Everything you ask you get.
U can get beach towels, umbrellas for the sun. They can organize small trips, visits.
In the batthroom you have soap and shampoo.
Ask and you shall receive.
Towels and beds were clean.
Cleaning upon asking.
Sunrise Beach provides beachfront accommodations in Maafushi. Featuring a garden, this 3-star guest house has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom.
Minh Tuan
Vietnam
- the staff is very friendly and helpful, they extend our check out because the board depart in the late afternoon
- nice location to se sunrise
Island is not far from the airport, the possibility of...
Island is not far from the airport, the possibility of various water sports and day trips The best sites for diving with sharks and eagle rays at the nearby Kandoma Tila site. I have about 25 dives there. In the island is many dining options and many shops.
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Anonymous
Slovakia
8.0
Scored 8.0
The trips on offer are spectacular.
The trips on offer are spectacular. I would advise you understand the type of boat you are going on and check the weather. Salt Beach do fabulous trips and the guys on the boats are great.
We did have a trip with 'Maldivian Fellows' I was very disappointed with this one as they didn't have watchers looking at the people in the water and showed no encouragement to people that were a little nervous like 'Salt Beach' guys
We did the parasailing which was fabulous. We booked this with the guys next to the bikini beach and they were great.
Ive been to the island 5 times now and love its rustic charm although it is getting busier.
I can highly recommend the 'Juice Vibe' for the best coffee and juices. There are lots of restaurants to choose from, my favourites are 'Moonlight' which is situated at the opposite end to bikini beach and the Indian restaurant next to the Kanni hotel. Some of the washroom facilities are not so clean so always carry tissues with you.
Susan
2.0
Scored 2.0
People of Maafushi treat you based on the following: if you...
People of Maafushi treat you based on the following: if you are white-skinned and living in a resort, you get the best treatments. After that, white-skinned, then brown-skinned in the resort, and the rest are treated like they don't belong in their precious land. Their definition of hospitality means you are meant to agree and not counter when they suggest something. If you have a different opinion, you are rude and disrespectful. The nature is unparalleled, but the locals have a long way to go to learn hospitality.
Tishan
Bangladesh
8.0
Scored 8.0
It is a very beautiful small island with very warm and...
It is a very beautiful small island with very warm and hospitable people. With azure water and golden beaches. Prices are very affordable, there are several good restaurants.
It was impossible to swim because there are many reefs in the water inside and we caught our feet many times, which is why we could not go into deep water, and near the shore there is waist-deep water. No one has informed us about this. The hotel must inform the guests about such details in advance.
It would be good if there would be a bridge for those who want to swim in deep water, which would give them the opportunity to go directly into deep water.
tinatin
Georgia
10
Scored 10
Public island - so no alcohol/ all inclusive plush.
Public island - so no alcohol/ all inclusive plush. The island is small, had good snorkeling, small shops, restaurants and bikini beach! Everyone is friendly and want to make sure you have a good time. Many options to rent water crafts, fun water sport items. Many excursions that give you exactly as they are advertise. A short trip by boat from Male makes it convienent - not have to spend all day getting to your hotel.
Laurel
United States of America
6.0
Scored 6.0
Maafushi is currently a construction site.
Maafushi is currently a construction site. There is building work everywhere on the island which is only 1km x 300m. It is not a paradise island at the moment.
There are lots of restaurant options but it is not cheap if you choose a venue that doesn't include the service charge and government tax in the meal price.
I would avoid Maafushi until its been re-built.
The staff were very nice and cordial. The lady at the reception, Maadi (I hope I got the spelling right) welcomed us at the Port and brought us to the hotel when we arrived in the evening; helped with booking the selected water sports activities and excursions. The rooms were just perfect and very clean as well. Internet connection was very strong. I liked that it was in the more quiet place of the Island, yet easily accessible to everywhere. I stayed in a city view room, but could also see the ocean partially.
Nice hotel with large and clean room. Warm and responsive stuff, assist you in any issue. They have good restaurant on the first floor and i found out that it was one of the most popular restaurants on the island, with reasonable prices, also they give 12% discount for the hotel guests. I guess the restourant is the main busuness and hotel is secondary, but it does not make it worse. The owner is very kind, personally takes care of gusts, gave us late checkout without charge. Thank you.
The hotel is wonderful, it is located right on the beach, the service was unsurpassed. Ahmed welcomed us at the hotel, he explained to us all the benefits offered by the hotel, Maafushi Island and the neighboring islands, he showed us all the excursions and during our stay he was always helpful, it shows that he loves his job and that nothing is too difficult for him . Warm recommendations for the island and accommodation will always remain in our memories.
The location is great. The island is a little over 1km, and everything is walking distance. Hotel is very close to the beach, the staff provided sun beds as well. It was easy to find the representative at the airport and airport shuttle was smooth. Shark Bay excursion was great. However, other hotels had sun umbrellas at the sandbank. Our tour didnt have them and it was tough eating lunch in scorching heat at 1pm.
We stayed 4 days at Kaani beach. Breakfast and dinner we had at other Kaani hotels nearby. Helpful staff, perfect location if you want to stay on the crowdy beach…
Maafushi is not Maldives but there are so many options to spend the day outside the hotel and the island.
Kaani beach is a normal hotel, a little bit outdated but clean. Comfortable beds and pillows- that is important. We just need to sleep there.
I loved the hospitality of all the staff of Arena. It is the best hotel in complete Maldives. I call say this with surety because I stayed in so many hotels includingkaani palm at Mahfushi. Starting from Themiya, Rasheed, Shaddy and Ihuwan, they all looked after us like a family. I recommend this hotel to all those who wants to enjoy the clean rooms with best food. Thank you Arena
The hotel is 20 meters from the bikini beach in the best location on the island. All shops and restaurants are around the hotel. The food is excellent (we had half board). The staff is very friendly (Special thanks to Bahar who was a great friend and helped us with everything we were interested in). We even had a sea view from our terrace (between the two rows of the hotels).
Great value.
Also the location was great, because it was close to the bikini beach but had some distance to the big and noisy hotels.
If you ask at the reception, they bring the sunbeds to the beach for you.
Very helpful staff. Especially Tania (from Spain) was very friendly, gave us informations about the island and she helped us with all our tours and excursions!
White Shell Hotel was excellent choice for perfect vacation.Location was superb, just near bikini beach on Maafushi Island.Stuff were very kind and helpfull.Room was clean and beds were comfy.Full board food was delicious and lot of variety.Free wifi worked perfect in whole hotel.I reccommend this hotel and will be back
Just exceeded our expectation... Very beautiful Island with lot of sporting activities... provided free snorkeling kits and life jackets... special mention to Mr. Hassan who was very friendly.. highly recommended for families... very close to the beach... its a great budgetary hotel if your planning for long stays...
stayed on the new building , very beautiful sea view , clean room and close to jetty terminal , very great water activity , the extrusion specialists ( Adriano) is super helpful and provide us with the best plans and great services with very competitive price - thanks Andriano for you great support !
Staff was really friendly and helpful. The yard and restaurant were so beautiful. The food in the restaurant was amazing. Location is excellent, close to the bikini beach.
Also, the hotel is a part of the Triton hotels so we could go to white party or have dinner at Triton Prestige hotel for free.
Hotel owner Ibrahim was exceptional. Received me when my speed boat arrived and dropped me during my departure. Took me to a cafe paid bill by himself. Showed me planktons. Hospitality was remarkable. I will stay again. Book without much thinking, prices are affordable. My heart is full of joy !
friendly customer services and beachfront hotel.It’s easy to go anywhere in Maafushi Island u can find many restaurants and tours guide team near to it and enjoy beach near to it.Every beaches like Kani beach bikini beach,No bikini beach and more are near to it.
Overall, the Velana Beach Hotel in the Maldives offers a truly exceptional experience. And with its beachfront location, anyone can easily spend their days lounging on the sand, soaking up the sun, and enjoying the laid-back island vibe.
Every Thing I like below:
Shataaf in bathroom
Friendly Staff
Activities in Maafushi
Indian restaurant in hotel
Octopus restaurant near the hotel
Decent price for all activities
AC
Local island is beatiful, hotel has very nice beaches, clean rooms, good food, very nice staff, every exercusion transfers are very carefully and perfectly arranged.
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