Antares Dhangethi & Spa
A beachfront guest house on a real Maldivian island, 91 km from Malé.
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A local-island guesthouse on Dhangethi
Antares Dhangethi & Spa is a beachfront guest house on Dhangethi island, reached by seaplane from Malé. It sits directly on the beach, with a private beach area, sun deck, garden, and BBQ facilities on site. The property is pet-friendly and has family rooms, making it one of the more practical options for travelling with children or animals. Rooms start from $126 per night and include breakfast.
The honest verdict
A small, beachfront guest house on a local Maldivian island — closer to everyday island life than a resort, with direct beach access and personal service.
Best for
- Families wanting beach access
- Travellers on a modest budget
- Pet owners
- Those preferring a local island over a resort
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests expecting full resort facilities
- Those wanting to stay close to Malé
What a stay costs
Indicative room-only estimate from the lowest nightly rate — excludes airport transfers, taxes and seasonal price changes. Many Maldives properties also require a minimum stay. Check live rates for your dates.
Direct access to the beach
The guest house sits on the beachfront with a private beach area, outdoor furniture, and a sun deck. A tiny beach is also accessible about 500 metres away, giving guests more than one spot to settle on.
Outdoor space and garden
A garden, picnic area, terrace, and BBQ facilities (available at an extra charge) give the property a relaxed outdoor character suited to guests who want to eat and spend time outside without going far.
Family-practical setup
Family rooms are available, and the property accepts pets. The room configuration — with both a twin bed and a full bed in the Superior Double — works well for small families or mixed travel groups.
Rooms & suites
Superior Double Room
sleeps 2 · 1 twin bed and 1 full bed
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Inside Antares Dhangethi & Spa
Amenities at Antares Dhangethi & Spa
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- View
- Bath
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Getting there
Getting to Antares Dhangethi & Spa on Dhangethi in South Ari Atoll means covering about 91 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 30 minutes. The property arranges the seaplane once your flights are confirmed. Seaplanes fly in daylight hours only, so late arrivals may overnight in Malé.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
Dhangethi sits in South Ari Atoll. South Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu) is renowned for year-round whale shark sightings and some of the country's best diving.
Things to do nearby
- Tiny beach attraction 0.51 km
Maldives tours & activities
Excursions you can book for a Maldives stay — manta & whale-shark snorkelling, sandbank picnics, diving and sunset cruises. Availability varies by island; filter by your dates and location on GetYourGuide.
Antares Dhangethi & Spa holds a 4.9/5 Google rating across 37 reviews. With so few properties on a local Dhangethi island at this price point, guests consistently rate the experience highly — though individual review themes are not broken down in the available data.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Antares Dhangethi & Spa from the airport?
The property is reached by seaplane transfer from Velana International Airport. Dhangethi island is approximately 91 km from Malé. The guest house also provides an airport shuttle service.
How much do rooms cost?
The Superior Double Room starts from $126 per night. Breakfast is included.
What room types are available?
There is one room category: the Superior Double Room, which has both a twin bed and a full bed, a terrace, sea or garden view, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and a private bathroom.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, breakfast is included with the room rate.
Is there a beach at the property?
Yes. The guest house is beachfront and has a private beach area, sun deck, and outdoor furniture. A further small beach is located around 500 metres from the property.
Are families with children welcome?
Yes. The property has family rooms, and the Superior Double Room's bed configuration — twin plus full bed — suits small families. Pets are also accepted.
Can I bring my pet?
Yes, Antares Dhangethi & Spa is listed as pet-friendly.
What outdoor facilities are on site?
The property has a garden, picnic area, terrace, sun deck, and BBQ facilities. Note that BBQ use carries an additional charge.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property and in all rooms.
Can I go snorkelling or diving?
Dhangethi island is in the outer atolls, and water-based excursions such as snorkelling or diving can be arranged through local operators. These are not on-site facilities at the guest house itself.
Is the property non-smoking?
Yes, Antares Dhangethi & Spa is a non-smoking property.
Is Dhangethi worth visiting?
The guest house holds a 4.9/5 Google rating based on 37 reviews at the time of writing.
Is Dhangethi a local island?
Yes, Dhangethi is an inhabited local island. Staying at Antares Dhangethi & Spa means local rules apply: the island is alcohol-free and modest dress is expected outside designated bikini beaches.
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