Bon Abri
A small guest house on a real Maldivian island
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A place to stay on Magoodhoo
Bon Abri is a guest house on Magoodhoo, a local island roughly 177 km from Malé, reached by domestic flight and speedboat. It sits at the affordable end of the Maldives spectrum — three room types, an on-site restaurant serving continental and halal food, a private beach area, and a garden with outdoor furniture. With only a handful of rooms, it suits travellers who want to see island life rather than a resort bubble. Activities including snorkelling, fishing, canoeing, and cycling can be arranged, and the property holds a 4.9/5 Google rating from its early reviewers.
The honest verdict
A small, straightforward guest house on a local island, with basic but clean rooms, an on-site restaurant, and easy access to water activities through arranged excursions.
Best for
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Those wanting a local island experience
- Couples or solo travellers
- Snorkelling and fishing trips
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers wanting resort-style amenities
- Those who prefer a larger property with more rooms
- Visitors looking for 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.
Private beach area and garden
The property has its own private beach area alongside a garden with outdoor furniture and a terrace. It is a small, ground-level setup rather than an overwater arrangement — straightforward access to the water without the resort price tag.
Rooms with air conditioning and private bathrooms
All three room types include air conditioning, a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries, and fresh linen. The Double Room with Garden View adds a terrace overlooking the garden, which is the main upgrade between categories.
On-site restaurant
The restaurant serves continental and halal food, which suits the local island setting. Having meals available on-site matters here — Magoodhoo is a small island, and dining options outside the guest house are limited.
Shared kitchen access
A shared kitchen is available for guests who want to prepare their own food. This is a practical addition at a guest house of this size, particularly useful for longer stays or travellers with specific dietary habits.
Rooms & suites
Double Room
sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower
- Toilet
Double Room with Garden View
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Inside Bon Abri maldives
Amenities at Bon Abri maldives
Most popular facilities
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Snorkeling
- Shower
- Private beach area
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Private beach area
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Getting there
Getting to Bon Abri maldives on Magoodhoo in Noonu Atoll means covering about 177 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 55 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
Magoodhoo, the hotel's island, belongs to Noonu Atoll. Noonu Atoll is home to several premium private-island resorts set on deep-water 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.
Bon Abri has a 4.9/5 Google rating from its first reviewers. The number of reviews is still small, so patterns are hard to draw, but the overall score is high. The combination of location on a local Maldivian island and the attentive small-property experience appears to resonate with those who have stayed.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Bon Abri Maldives from Malé?
The journey involves a domestic flight followed by a speedboat transfer. Magoodhoo is approximately 177 km from Malé, so the domestic flight leg covers most of the distance before the final speedboat connection.
What room types are available?
There are three options: a Twin Room with two single beds (from $44), a Double Room with one large double bed (from $81), and a Double Room with Garden View that adds a private terrace (from $102).
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The guest house has a restaurant serving continental and halal food. A shared kitchen is also available for guests who prefer to prepare some of their own meals.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from the guest house?
Snorkelling can be arranged through the guest house. Fishing and canoeing are also available as arranged activities. These are excursions organised with local operators rather than on-site facilities.
Is there a beach?
The property has a private beach area. Magoodhoo is a local island, so the setting is different from a private resort island, but direct beach access is available to guests.
Is the property suitable for families?
Family rooms are listed among the property's room categories. Cycling is also available as an activity, which may appeal to families. It is worth confirming specific family room availability directly when booking.
Is alcohol available at the guest house?
Magoodhoo is a local Maldivian island, and as with all local islands, alcohol is not served. The restaurant serves continental and halal food in line with local island rules.
What is the Google rating for Bon Abri?
The property holds a 4.9/5 Google rating. The review count is still small, but early guests have rated the stay highly.
Is there laundry service?
Yes, laundry service is available at the property.
Does the guest house have outdoor space?
There is a garden, terrace, and outdoor furniture on site. The Double Room with Garden View also has its own private terrace directly accessible from the room.
How far in advance should I book?
Bon Abri is a small guest house with only three room types, so availability can be limited during peak Maldives travel periods (November to April). Booking ahead is advisable, especially for the Garden View room.
What is the best time to visit Magoodhoo?
The dry season in the Maldives generally runs from November through April, with calmer seas and lower rainfall. This is typically the preferred period for snorkelling and water activities around the outer atolls including Magoodhoo.