Handhuvaru
Family-friendly guest house with a private beach on Milandhoo
A place to stay on Milandhoo
Handhuvaru Maldives is a guest house located on Milandhoo, offering a range of family rooms with garden views. The property features a private beach area, a garden, and on-site dining options including a restaurant and coffee shop. Guests benefit from a children's playground and a 24-hour front desk. The guest house is situated 10 km from the local airport and provides private parking. Facilities include air conditioning and private bathrooms in all rooms.
The honest verdict
A family-friendly guest house experience with direct beach access and on-site dining.
Best for
- Families with children
- Beach access
- On-site dining
Maybe not ideal for
- Longer transfer from Malé
- Limited room options
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 and garden
Enjoy direct access to a private beach area and relax in the property's garden. Outdoor furniture and a picnic area are available for guests, along with barbecue facilities.
Family-friendly amenities
The guest house offers family rooms and a children's playground, making it a suitable choice for travellers with younger guests. Room service is also available.
On-site dining options
Dine at the on-site restaurant or grab a coffee at the coffee shop. Barbecue facilities are also provided for guests who wish to prepare their own meals.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
25 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Private kitchen
- Attached bathroom
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
Inside Handhuvaru Maldives
Amenities at Handhuvaru Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- View
- Free Wifi
- Kitchen
- BBQ facilities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Private beach area
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities
- Patio
- Garden
Getting there
Handhuvaru Maldives lies on Milandhoo in Shaviyani Atoll, about 235 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
Milandhoo sits in Shaviyani Atoll. Shaviyani Atoll lies in the north of the Maldives, a chain of coral islands ringed by house reefs and turquoise lagoons.
2 sights nearby, all within 1 km; the closest is Masjid Al-Ikraam at 330 m.
Things to do nearby
- Masjid Al-Ikraamplace of worship330 m
- Masjid Al-Safaplace of worship520 m
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
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.
Guest reviews highlight the excellent 9.7/10 rating based on 21 entries. Popular aspects mentioned include airport shuttle, free parking, free WiFi, the restaurant, non-smoking rooms, and room service.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 9 · average 9.9
They wrote about: staff, comfort, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 1 · average 8
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
Available 24 hours
- Check-out
Available 24 hours
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Handhuvaru Maldives?
Access is via a domestic flight followed by a speedboat transfer, covering a distance of 235 km. The property is also located 10 km from the local airport.
What room types are available?
Handhuvaru Maldives offers family rooms with garden views. Specifically, the Deluxe Double Room is available, measuring 25m² and accommodating up to two guests with a queen bed.
Does the guest house offer dining?
Yes, there is an on-site restaurant and a coffee shop. Barbecue facilities are also available for guests.
Are there activities available at the guest house?
The property features a private beach area and a children's playground. Excursions can potentially be arranged.
Is this guest house suitable for families?
Yes, family rooms are available, and there is a children's playground on site, making it suitable for families.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
The property offers a 24-hour front desk, but specific check-in and check-out times are not detailed.
Where is Handhuvaru Maldives?
Handhuvaru Maldives is on Milandhoo, Shaviyani Atoll, Maldives.