Beach Palace
Beachfront in Hulhumalé, with breakfast included and the city at your door.
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A city stay in Hulhumalé
Beach Palace is a guest house on the beachfront in Hulhumalé, about 3 km from Velana International Airport via the Sinamalé Bridge. Rooms start at $68 per night and include free breakfast. The property has a pool, an on-site restaurant with room service, free parking, and facilities for guests with disabilities. A handful of cafes and restaurants are within a short walk.
The honest verdict
A no-frills beachfront guest house with free breakfast, a pool, and quick airport access — suited to short stays and budget-conscious travellers.
Best for
- Travellers wanting easy airport access
- Budget-conscious couples or families
- Short layovers or first/last nights in the Maldives
- Guests who prefer staying close to city amenities
Maybe not ideal for
- Those expecting a resort experience
- Travellers seeking a house reef or diving on site
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.
Beachfront setting in Hulhumalé
The guest house sits directly on the beach in Hulhumalé. Outdoor furniture, a sun deck, a garden, and a terrace give guests several spots to sit outside. An outdoor dining area and BBQ facilities are also part of the grounds.
Pool and outdoor spaces
A pool is on site, alongside a terrace and sun deck facing the beach. Outdoor dining is available, and the garden area provides an alternative to the sand when you want shade without going inside.
Room views and balconies
Every room has a balcony and takes in at least one of four orientations: sea, garden, landmark, or city. Air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a dishwasher are standard in both room types.
On-site dining and kitchen kit
The restaurant serves guests on site, and room service is available. Rooms also come with a refrigerator, microwave, electric kettle, and kitchenware, so light self-catering is practical alongside the included breakfast.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
Deluxe Double Room
1 full bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
Standout features
Inside Beach Palace
Amenities at Beach Palace
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- View
- Bath
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
View
- City view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Getting there
Beach Palace is on Hulhumalé in Kaafu Atoll, about 3 km from Velana International Airport (MLE) on Hulhulé — a short taxi over the Sinamalé Bridge, no boat needed. Airport shuttle buses run the route around the clock too.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
The island of nirolhumagu is part of Kaafu Atoll. Kaafu (North & South Malé Atoll) is the most accessible region, a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
Where to eat
- lanka cafe cafe 0.02 km
- Shell Beans Hulhu'male cafe 0.06 km
- mezze cafe & bistro restaurant 0.07 km
- Coba Cabana restaurant 0.07 km
- nova bistro cafe 0.08 km
- SHAWARMASHI restaurant 0.09 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.
Across 78 Google reviews, Beach Palace holds a 3.6/5 rating. Service draws the most consistently positive feedback — 9 of 11 mentions were favourable. Location scores well too, with 7 of 8 mentions positive, and guests single out airport access and things to do nearby. Property and cleanliness reviews are more mixed, and bathroom comments lean negative.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants4.5
- Airport access4.7
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to Beach Palace?
Beach Palace is about 3 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by taxi over the Sinamalé Bridge. An airport shuttle is available from the property for an extra charge.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included with all stays at Beach Palace.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: a Deluxe Double Room with Balcony from $68/night, and a Deluxe Double Room (one full bed) from $80/night. Both have balconies, sea or garden views, air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a dishwasher.
Which is better, Beach Palace or Moon Palace?
Yes, there is a pool on site, along with a sun deck, terrace, and outdoor dining area.
Can I eat on site without going out?
Yes. The guest house has a restaurant and offers room service, so you can eat on site for all meals if you prefer.
Is parking available?
Free parking is available at Beach Palace.
Are there facilities for guests with disabilities?
Yes, facilities for disabled guests are listed among the property highlights.
Is Beach Palace suitable for families?
Family rooms are listed as available. The property also has fold-up beds and is pet-friendly, which may suit families with specific needs.
What dining options are near the property?
Several cafes and restaurants are within walking distance, including Lanka Cafe (20 m), Shell Beans Hulhu'male (60 m), Mezze Cafe & Bistro, Coba Cabana, Nova Bistro, and CICCIA, all within about 100 m.
Is there a house reef or snorkelling from the property?
Beach Palace is a beachfront property in Hulhumalé. There is no house reef. Snorkelling and diving excursions can typically be arranged through local operators on the island.
Is alcohol served at Beach Palace?
Hulhumalé is an alcohol-free island, so no alcohol is served at the property or on the island.
What is the Wi-Fi situation?
Free Wi-Fi is included throughout the property.