CHEN beach inn
Airport-close, island-simple, with a strip of cafes at the door.
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A city stay in Hulhumalé
CHEN Beach Inn is in Hulhumale, the reclaimed island directly linked to Velana International Airport. The location makes it one of the more practical bases in the Maldives — useful for early departures, late arrivals, or travellers who want an urban island rather than a remote resort. The inn holds a 4.3 on Google across 89 reviews. Hulhumale itself has a working town character: cafes, restaurants, and streets you can walk. It is not a private-island resort experience.
The honest verdict
A straightforward, town-based inn in Hulhumale with easy airport access and several cafes and restaurants within a short walk.
Best for
- Travellers needing a transit night near the airport
- Budget-conscious visitors who prefer a real town over a resort island
- Solo travellers or couples comfortable with an urban setting
- Visitors using Hulhumale as a base for day trips
Maybe not ideal for
- Anyone expecting a private-island resort atmosphere
- Guests seeking an overwater villa or house reef
- Families wanting dedicated resort kids' facilities
Two kilometres from the airport
Hulhumale sits 2 km from Velana International Airport. That proximity removes the logistics of a long boat or seaplane transfer entirely — practical if you have a red-eye flight or a tight connection.
Cafes and restaurants on foot
Crepe Runner and Vilu Rest are 300 metres away. Within 500 metres there are at least six more cafes including Momo Tea, Frengo, Dondon Cafe & Bistro, and Shell Beans. You are not dependent on in-house dining.
Town island, not resort island
Hulhumale is a functioning residential and commercial island. Guests can walk streets, find local food at low prices, and get a sense of everyday Maldivian urban life — which most resort visitors never see.
Inside CHEN beach inn
Getting there
CHEN beach inn is on Hulhumalé in Kaafu Atoll, about 2 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
Hulhumale, the hotel's island, belongs to Kaafu Atoll. Kaafu (North & South Malé Atoll) is the most accessible region, a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
Where to eat
- Crepe Runner restaurant 0.3 km
- vilu rest cafe 0.3 km
- momo tea cafe 0.33 km
- frengo cafe 0.33 km
- Dondon Cafe' & Bistro cafe 0.37 km
- wilu breeze cafe 0.44 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.
With 89 Google reviews and a 4.3 rating, CHEN Beach Inn earns generally positive feedback. No specific review themes are available in our current dataset, so a breakdown by category cannot be provided here.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to CHEN Beach Inn?
The listed transfer mode is a speedboat, and the inn is 2 km from Velana International Airport. Given the short distance, confirm with the property whether road or boat transfer is used on arrival.
How far is CHEN Beach Inn from Velana International Airport?
It is 2 km from the airport. Hulhumale is directly connected to the airport island, making this one of the closest accommodation options to arrivals and departures in the Maldives.
What room types are available at CHEN Beach Inn?
Room details are not in our current dataset. Contact the property directly to confirm available room types, bed configurations, and capacity before booking.
Is there a guest house in Hulhumale Beach Side?
On-site dining information is not confirmed in our data. However, Crepe Runner and Vilu Rest are 300 metres away, and at least six cafes are within 500 metres, so food options nearby are plentiful.
Does CHEN Beach Inn have a house reef or beach?
No house reef or beach is listed in the property's facts. Hulhumale has a public beach area, but this is a town-based inn rather than a reef-access resort.
Is CHEN Beach Inn suitable for families?
No family-specific facilities are listed. The town setting gives access to local cafes and walkable streets, but parents expecting a resort with kids' clubs or a pool should look elsewhere.
What is the Google rating for CHEN Beach Inn?
The property has a 4.3 Google rating based on 89 reviews at the time of our data collection. Review theme breakdowns are not available in our current dataset.
What is the price per night at CHEN Beach Inn?
A starting price is not in our current data. Check the property directly or with booking platforms for current rates, which will vary by season and room type.
When is the best time to visit Hulhumale?
The dry northeast monsoon runs roughly November through April, bringing calmer seas and lower humidity. The wet season from May to October brings more rain but often lower accommodation rates.
Can I use CHEN Beach Inn as a base and do day trips?
Hulhumale's location near the airport and the main Male atoll makes it feasible to join day excursions to nearby islands or dive sites. Check with local operators in Hulhumale for current options.
How do I book CHEN Beach Inn?
No direct booking link is listed in our data. Search the property by name on major booking platforms or contact them directly to confirm availability, current room types, and rates.
Where is Hulhumale Beach?
CHEN beach inn is on Hulhumalé, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives.