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Boutique local-island hotel · Guraidhoo
Beach Hotel Guraidhoo
Contemporary island comfort, beachfront dining, a rooftop spa and easy access to the reefs and adventures of South Malé Atoll.
A convenient island escape
Modern comfort close to Malé
Beach Hotel Guraidhoo is a modern 35-room boutique hotel on an inhabited island in South Malé Atoll. It combines comfortable accommodation, ocean-facing rooms, beachside dining and wellness with the character and activity of a Maldivian local island.
The hotel suits couples, families, friends, snorkellers, divers and travellers who want a more accessible and active alternative to a private-island resort.
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Arrival
A bright contemporary welcome
Guraidhoo
A modern island hotel
Why stay here
An easy base for reef, beach and island experiences
Choose Beach Hotel Guraidhoo for convenient speedboat access, contemporary rooms, a beautiful house reef accessible from the beach, varied excursions and the everyday atmosphere of a lived-in Maldivian island.
Accessible island
Approximately 40 minutes from Velana International Airport by speedboat.
House-reef snorkelling
A beautiful reef can be reached from the beach for convenient snorkelling.
Families welcomed
Interconnecting rooms allow families to stay close while retaining privacy.
Accommodation
Four room categories for different ways to stay
The hotel's 35 rooms pair contemporary interiors with practical amenities including air conditioning, Wi-Fi, television, safe, kettle, tea and coffee facilities, desk, wardrobe and ensuite bathroom.
Deluxe Seaview with Balcony
The hotel's featured category combines contemporary comfort with a private balcony and sea views. It is the strongest choice for guests who value outdoor space and a more scenic stay.
Deluxe Seaview
A bright sea-facing room with the hotel's core amenities, suited to couples or friends who want the view without requiring a balcony.
Comfort Double & Comfort Single
Comfort rooms offer a practical base for island days and excursions. Interconnecting rooms are available for families, subject to availability and confirmation at booking.
Facilities
Everything needed for an uncomplicated island stay
Facilities focus on comfort, dining and wellness rather than large-resort infrastructure.
Lift access
An elevator serves the hotel, making movement between floors easier.
Rooftop spa
Mirihi Spa offers treatments in a rooftop setting with panoramic views.
Private rooftop dining
Special private dining can be arranged on the rooftop on request.
Wi-Fi and room amenities
Rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi, television, safe, kettle, tea and coffee facilities.
No hotel gym
There is no gym inside the hotel. A public gym is expected to open on the island.
No bicycles
Bicycle rental is not provided by the hotel.
Dining
Beachside meals at Veli Beach Restaurant
Veli Beach Restaurant serves buffet and à la carte meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner in a beachfront setting. The menu includes Italian and international dishes, and in-room dining is also available.
Breakfast is included in Leisure Journeys holiday packages. Private dinners for special occasions can be organised on request and may carry an additional charge.
Activities
Explore the water above and below the surface
Guraidhoo is known for snorkelling, diving and surfing, while the hotel's excursion programme reaches reefs, sandbanks, marine-life sites and nearby islands.
House-reef snorkelling
Snorkel from the beach over the island's beautiful reef, subject to sea and weather conditions.
Diving
Explore Guraidhoo Kandu, Kandooma Thila and other renowned South Malé Atoll dive sites through local operators.
Surfing
Guraidhoo offers seasonal surf, including challenging waves for experienced surfers and gentler beginner areas.
Marine-life excursions
Options include turtle, manta, dolphin, nurse-shark and whale-shark trips, depending on season and operating conditions.
Sandbanks and islands
Visit coral gardens, sandbanks, picnic islands, shipwrecks and neighbouring local islands.
Fishing and resort visits
Night fishing and selected resort day visits can be arranged, subject to minimum numbers and availability.
About the destination
Guraidhoo: culture, reef and adventure
Guraidhoo is an inhabited island in South Malé Atoll with sandy streets, colourful homes, a designated bikini beach and strong access to snorkelling, diving and surfing. It offers a more connected experience of Maldivian island life than a private resort.
Alcohol is not available on inhabited local islands, and modest dress is expected away from the designated bikini beach.
How to reach
A straightforward speedboat journey from Malé
Guraidhoo is approximately 40 minutes from Velana International Airport by scheduled speedboat. Private speedboat transfers can also be arranged for different group sizes.
Transfer schedules, prices and meeting instructions are reconfirmed when the booking is finalised. Weather and operational changes can affect timings.
Holiday packages
4 nights from approximately USD 650 for two guests
Indicative starting package based on two guests sharing a Comfort Double Room.
Request Current PricingExample includes
- Four nights' accommodation
- Daily breakfast
- Return shared speedboat transfers
- Applicable taxes and service charges
Optional additions
- Room upgrade to Deluxe Seaview with Balcony
- Half-board or full-board dining
- Snorkelling, diving and marine-life excursions
- Spa treatments and private dining
International flights are excluded. This is indicative retail pricing intended to show an approximate holiday budget and is subject to travel dates, room category, transfer schedule and availability. A personalised quotation will be provided before booking.
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Inside Beach Hotel Guraidhoo
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How do guests reach Beach Hotel Guraidhoo?
The usual journey is a scheduled speedboat from Velana International Airport or Malé, taking approximately 40 minutes. Private transfers can also be arranged.
Can guests snorkel from the beach?
Yes. The hotel has confirmed that Guraidhoo has a beautiful house reef suitable for snorkelling from the beach, subject to sea and weather conditions.
Does the hotel have a gym?
No. There is no gym within the hotel. The hotel has advised that a public gym is expected to open on the island.
Does the hotel have a lift?
Yes, the hotel has a lift/elevator.
Are family rooms available?
Interconnecting rooms are available for families, subject to availability and confirmation when booking.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Daily breakfast is included in Leisure Journeys holiday packages for Beach Hotel Guraidhoo.
What is available on the rooftop?
The rooftop houses Mirihi Spa. There is no rooftop café or bar, although private rooftop dining can be arranged.
Are bicycles available?
No, the hotel does not provide bicycles.
Plan your Guraidhoo stay
Build your island holiday around Beach Hotel Guraidhoo
Ask us to combine the right room, speedboat transfers, meal plan and selected island experiences in one tailored itinerary.
- Personalised room advice
- Speedboat transfer planning
- Excursions arranged in one itinerary
- Local support before and during travel