Beehive Premier
A solid Malé base with sea views, breakfast included, and easy airport access.
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A city stay in Malé
Beehive Premier is a guest house in Malé, 3 km from the airport via the Sinamalé Bridge. It runs a free shuttle, so getting in and out is straightforward. The property has a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and free breakfast — practical for travellers who want a reliable urban stay before or after a Maldives trip. Five room types range from an 18 m² standard double to a 33 m² sea-view suite. Several rooms have balconies with city or sea views. Guests rate it 4.1/5 across 113 Google reviews, with service and the overall property drawing the most positive mentions.
The honest verdict
A compact, well-run guest house in central Malé with included breakfast, sea-view room options, and dependable airport access.
Best for
- Stopover and transit stays
- Solo travellers and couples on a city budget
- Early departures or late arrivals needing airport proximity
- Travellers who want breakfast and room service without extra cost
Maybe not ideal for
- Those expecting a beach or resort setting
- Groups or families needing multi-bed rooms
- Visitors seeking alcohol 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.
Rooms with city and sea views
Room sizes run from 18 m² to 33 m², and four of the five types include a balcony or terrace. The Deluxe Double and Deluxe Suite face the sea; the Junior Suite and Superior Double look out over the city. All rooms have soundproofing and air conditioning.
On-site restaurant and room service
The guest house has a restaurant with table service and 24-hour room service. Free breakfast is included in the rate as a buffet — useful when early-morning flights make finding food outside difficult.
Location in central Malé
Several cafés sit within 200 metres: Senahiya Café is about 30 metres away, and La Vera Pizzeria and Sandwich Baa are roughly 80 metres out. The Sinamalé historic site is around 120 metres from the property.
Airport access and free shuttle
Velana International Airport is 3 km away, connected by the Sinamalé Bridge. Beehive Premier runs a free airport shuttle, removing the need to arrange separate transfers on arrival or departure.
Rooms & suites
Superior Double Room with Balcony & City View
19 m²
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony & Sea View
19 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Standard Double Room
18 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- 1 room
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Junior Suite with Balcony
28 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Private suite
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
33 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Private suite
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Standout features
Inside Beehive Premier
Amenities at Beehive Premier
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Getting there
Beehive Premier is on Malé 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
Malé sits in Kaafu Atoll. Kaafu (North & South Malé Atoll) is the most accessible region, a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
Things to do nearby
- Sinamale historic site 0.12 km
- Bridge View viewpoint 0.18 km
Where to eat
- Senahiya Café cafe 0.03 km
- Sandwich Baa fast food 0.08 km
- La Vera Pizzeria restaurant 0.08 km
- Retro cafe cafe 0.1 km
- The Charcoal Cafe' cafe 0.11 km
- Tides cafe 0.13 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 113 Google reviews, service draws the most attention: 19 of 26 mentions are positive. The property itself scores well, with 18 positive out of 22 mentions. Location is a consistent strength — 12 of 14 mentions favour it, and guests single out airport access and things to do nearby. Cleanliness and dining also trend positive.
- Things to do4.5
- Restaurants3.7
- Airport access4.8
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to Beehive Premier?
Beehive Premier is 3 km from Velana International Airport, connected via the Sinamalé Bridge. The property provides a free airport shuttle, so arrange pickup in advance with the guest house.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. A free breakfast buffet is included with all room types. The on-site restaurant also provides 24-hour room service for other meals.
What room types are available?
There are five options: Standard Double (18 m²), Superior Double with city-view balcony (19 m²), Deluxe Double with sea-view balcony (19 m²), Junior Suite with balcony (28 m²), and Deluxe Suite with sea view (33 m²).
What is the cheapest room available?
The Standard Double Room starts from around $192 per night. The most affordable sea-view option is the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony, from approximately $269.
Is there a restaurant at the guest house?
Yes. There is an on-site restaurant with table service, and room service runs around the clock. Breakfast is served as a buffet and is included in the rate.
Is there a beach at Beehive Premier?
Beehive Premier lists beach access as an amenity. As a property in Malé, this refers to access to a nearby public beach rather than a private on-site beach.
Is alcohol available at the guest house?
Malé is an alcohol-free island. No bar or alcohol service is available at Beehive Premier or elsewhere on the island.
Are there meeting rooms at the property?
Yes, meeting rooms are available, making the guest house a workable option for short business stays in Malé.
Is parking available?
Free parking is listed as an amenity at Beehive Premier.
What is nearby the guest house?
Several cafés are within walking distance, including Senahiya Café about 30 metres away and Retro Cafe roughly 100 metres out. La Vera Pizzeria and Sandwich Baa are around 80 metres away. The Sinamalé historic site is about 120 metres from the property.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the property?
Free Wi-Fi is available in all room types and throughout the property. A 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, laundry service, and elevator access are also included.
Is Beehive Premier suitable for families?
All room types accommodate a maximum of two guests and have one double bed. There are no multi-bed or interconnecting room options listed in the current facts, which may limit suitability for families with children.