Blue Coral Vashafaru
A beachfront guest house where the reef starts at the shore.
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A local-island guesthouse on Vashafaru
Blue Coral Vashafaru is a guest house on the island of Vashafaru in the northern Maldives, about 304 km from Malé. Rooms start at $70 per night, and the property sits directly on the beach with a house reef accessible for snorkelling and diving. The guest house has a restaurant serving continental, Asian, halal, and vegetarian food, a kids' club, BBQ facilities, and water sports on site. It holds a Google rating of 4.8 from 45 reviews and the location has been rated 9.7 by recent guests.
The honest verdict
A small, affordable beachfront guest house with direct reef access, basic but comfortable rooms, and on-site dining — not a full-service resort.
Best for
- Budget-conscious snorkellers and divers
- Families with young children
- Travellers wanting a local island experience
- Guests who prioritise reef access over resort amenities
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort-scale facilities or a spa
- Those wanting overwater accommodation
- Last-minute planners (remote location requires advance booking of domestic flights)
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.
House reef at the beach
The reef runs directly off the beachfront, so snorkelling and diving require no boat transfer. Water sport facilities on site also include canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing, giving active guests plenty to do between meals.
On-site dining options
The restaurant covers continental, Asian, halal, and vegetarian menus, plus a buffet. BBQ facilities are available for outdoor evenings. Room service runs from the same kitchen, useful given the island's limited off-property dining.
Kids' club for families
A dedicated kids' club is on site, and the property has family rooms with bunk beds. The beachfront setting means children have direct access to the beach without crossing a road or long path.
Cooking classes available
The guest house runs cooking classes on site. It's a practical way to spend a day if the weather is poor or the tide is not right for water sports.
Accessibility and connectivity
Free WiFi covers all rooms. The property has facilities for disabled guests, and all rooms include air conditioning, private bathrooms, and a refrigerator and electric kettle in-room.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
25 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
Deluxe Twin Room
25 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 2 twin beds 1 sofa bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
Family Room
26 m² · sleeps 4 · 1 king bed and 1 bunk bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
Inside Blue Coral Vashafaru Maldives
Amenities at Blue Coral Vashafaru Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Patio
- Terrace
Getting there
Blue Coral Vashafaru Maldives lies on Vashafaru in Haa Alifu Atoll, about 304 km north of Malé (MLE). The journey is a short domestic flight to the nearest regional airport, then a speedboat across the lagoon to the island.
Expect roughly $150–400 per person round trip for the domestic flight + speedboat, arranged by the property. Confirm the fare when booking.
On the map
The island of Vashafaru is part of Haa Alifu Atoll. Haa Alifu Atoll lies in the far north of the Maldives, a chain of coral islands ringed by house reefs and turquoise lagoons.
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.
With 45 Google reviews and a rating of 4.8, the guest house scores consistently well. Recent guests rated the location 9.7. The reviews are too few in number to extract detailed themes by category, but the overall scores point to strong satisfaction with the setting and staff.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Blue Coral Vashafaru from Malé?
The property is 304 km from Malé. Getting there requires a domestic flight followed by a speedboat transfer. The guest house runs an airport shuttle. Exact flight and speedboat schedules should be confirmed at booking.
Does the guest house arrange the airport transfer?
Yes, an airport shuttle is listed as a facility. Contact the property directly before arrival to arrange timing, as Vashafaru's remote location means coordination with domestic flight schedules is essential.
What room types are available?
There are three room types: a Deluxe Double Room with one extra-large double bed, a Deluxe Twin Room with two single beds or a sofa bed, and a Family Room with a double bed and a bunk bed. All are 25-26 m² and start from $70.38 per night.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes. The restaurant serves continental, Asian, halal, and vegetarian food, including a buffet. Room service is also available. BBQ facilities are on the property for outdoor meals.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling?
Yes. The guest house has a house reef accessible directly from the beachfront. No boat is needed to reach it. Snorkelling and diving are both listed as on-site activities.
What other water sports are available?
Water sport facilities on site cover diving, snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing. All are based at the property. Fees and equipment details should be confirmed with the guest house directly.
Is Blue Coral Vashafaru suitable for families with children?
Yes. The property has a kids' club and a Family Room with a bunk bed. The beach is directly accessible from the property. Families are specifically listed among the property's key features.
What is the price per night?
All three room types start from $70.38 per night. This is the lowest available rate; prices may vary by dates and availability. No meal plan inclusions are specified at this rate.
Is free WiFi available?
Yes. Free WiFi is included in all room types — the Deluxe Double, Deluxe Twin, and Family Room all list it as a standard facility.
Are there facilities for guests with disabilities?
The property lists facilities for disabled guests among its amenities. For specific accessibility requirements, it is worth contacting the guest house directly before booking, as detailed specifications are not published.
When is the best time to visit Vashafaru?
No seasonal data is provided in the property's facts. Generally, the drier northeast monsoon season (November to April) brings calmer seas in the northern atolls, but travellers should check current conditions closer to their travel dates.
How do I book?
Rooms can be reserved through standard online travel platforms or by contacting the property directly. Given the domestic flight requirement, booking well in advance is practical, particularly during peak Maldives travel periods.