Ari Grand HotelDhangethi · Maldives
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★ 8.8/10 · 31 reviews

Ari Grand Hotel

Island stay with sea views and spa

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Welcome

A place to stay on Dhangethi

Ari Grand Hotel is a 4-star hotel located on Dhangethi island in the South Ari Atoll. It offers guests direct access to a private beach area and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. The hotel provides on-site dining with halal, vegetarian, and vegan meal options. Guests can also take advantage of the spa facilities for relaxation during their stay.

8.8/10
Guest rating
31 reviews
4
Room types
available
$69
Rates from
Per night
★★★★
Class
4-star
Should you book?

The honest verdict

A comfortable island hotel experience with good service and amenities.

Best for

  • Beach access
  • On-site dining
  • Spa treatments
  • Snorkeling trips

Maybe not ideal for

  • Those seeking a resort island experience
  • Direct Malé city access

What a stay costs

Per night
$68

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.

Rooms with a view

Accommodations feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and balconies. Options include garden views or sea views, with some rooms offering spa tubs.

Direct beach access

The hotel has its own private beach area, offering a place to relax by the water. Dhangethi Beach is also a short walk away.

Pool and spa

A year-round outdoor swimming pool is available, alongside spa facilities for guests seeking wellness and relaxation during their visit.

On-site dining

The Zest Feast Restaurant serves multi-cuisine dishes, including halal, vegetarian, and vegan meals. A pool bar is also available.

Rooms & suites

Standout features

Swimming Pool
On-site Dining
Breakfast
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hot Tub

Amenities at Ari Grand Hotel

Most popular facilities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Private beach area

Great for your stay

  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • View
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Public ferry or shared speedboat
91 km
from Velana airport (MLE)

Getting there

Ari Grand Hotel is on Dhangethi in South Ari Atoll, a local island about 91 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 1½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. A domestic flight from Malé to Maamigili Airport, with a short onward transfer, is the faster option. Some islands are also on the public ferry network, which is far cheaper but much slower and runs on set days.

Shared speedboats this far from Malé typically cost about $30–100 per person each way, depending on distance, and run to a timetable rather than on demand — confirm the day and time with the property. The domestic flight costs more but takes far less time. Where the public ferry runs, it costs only a few dollars.

Full directions, map & what's nearby →

On the map

Roma, Goihadhaamagu A.dh

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The island of Dhangethi is part of South Ari Atoll. South Ari Atoll (Alifu Dhaalu) is renowned for year-round whale shark sightings and some of the country's best diving.

4 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Tourist beach, is 140 m away.

Things to do nearby

  • Tourist beachbeach140 m
  • Bikini beachbeach170 m
  • AD. Dhangethimarina420 m
  • Tiny beachattraction600 m

Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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.

Snorkel with manta rays View on GetYourGuide Swim with whale sharks View on GetYourGuide Sandbank & picnic trip View on GetYourGuide Sunset dolphin cruise View on GetYourGuide Scuba diving & house reefs View on GetYourGuide Sunset & night fishing View on GetYourGuide
What guests say
8.8 / 10
across 31 reviews

Guests frequently praise the hotel's service, with 79 out of 80 mentions being positive. The property and location also receive strong commendations. Cleanliness and rooms are generally well-regarded by visitors.

Staff friendliness & helpfulness · 14Location on the island · 10Swimming pool & garden ambiance · 6Value for money · 5Breakfast (freshness & variety noted positively) · 4
  • Things to do4.5
  • Restaurants3.1
  • Airport access1.6
Service · 99% of 80 mentionsProperty · 96% of 47 mentionsLocation · 96% of 25 mentionsNature · 84% of 25 mentionsCleanliness · 88% of 25 mentionsRoom · 86% of 21 mentions

Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.

Reviews scoring 9–10: 10 · average 9.3

They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room

Reviews scoring 7–9: 7 · average 7.7

They wrote about: room, breakfast, noise

Reviews scoring 5–7: 2 · average 5.5

They wrote about: room

Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.

Good to know

MealsBreakfast available
Airport transferAvailable — arranged by property, paid separately
ParkingAvailable

House rules

Check-in

From 12:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Frequently asked

How do I get to Ari Grand Hotel from the airport?

Ari Grand Hotel is on Dhangethi in South Ari Atoll, a local island about 91 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 1½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. A domestic flight from Malé to Maamigili Airport, with a short onward transfer, is the faster option. Some islands are also on the public ferry network, which is far cheaper but much slower and runs on set days.

What room types are available?

Room options include Deluxe Double Rooms with Balcony (garden or sea view), a Twin Room with Balcony, and Junior Suites with Ocean View, some featuring spa tubs.

What dining options are available?

The main restaurant, Zest Feast, offers multi-cuisine dishes including halal, vegetarian, and vegan options. A pool bar is also present.

Can I go snorkeling from the hotel?

Yes, guests can snorkel from the house reef directly off Dhangethi Island, which is known for turtles. Diving is also available.

Are there family rooms?

Yes, family rooms are available at the hotel.

Is there a swimming pool?

The hotel features a year-round outdoor swimming pool, which is also lifeguard-supervised.

What meals are included?

Free breakfast is provided, with options for breakfast buffet or table service.

Is parking available?

Yes, free parking is available for guests.

Where is the Ari Grand Hotel?

Ari Grand Hotel is on Dhangethi, South Ari Atoll, Maldives.

Hotels near Ari Grand Hotel

All hotels on Dhangethi → · All of South Ari Atoll →

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Hotel contact (for guests)+960779-2522
AddressRoma, Goihadhaamagu A.dh
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