Hanifaru Transit InnDharavandhoo · Maldives
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★ 9.2/10 · 65 reviews

Hanifaru Transit Inn

Dharavandhoo inn with beachfront access and dining

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A local-island guesthouse on Dharavandhoo

Hanifaru Transit Inn is located directly on the beachfront in Dharavandhoo, Maldives. The inn offers a garden, sun terrace, and lounge area for guests to relax. On-site dining is available, complementing the natural beauty of the surroundings.

9.2/10
Guest rating
65 reviews
$75
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Should you book?

The honest verdict

A comfortable inn stay with beachfront access and on-site dining.

Best for

  • Beachfront relaxation
  • On-site restaurant
  • Access to diving and snorkeling

Maybe not ideal for

  • Those seeking extensive resort facilities

What a stay costs

Per night
$72

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.

beachfront location

The inn sits directly on the beach, offering easy access to the sand and sea. Enjoy views from the sun terrace or garden area.

on-site dining

Guests can enjoy meals at the inn's restaurant. Options include table service and buffet dinners, with breakfast also provided.

rooms with amenities

Accommodations feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, balconies, and flat-screen TVs. Free Wi-Fi and safety deposit boxes are also provided.

activities and transport

Bicycle rentals are available, along with snorkeling and scuba diving excursions arranged off-site.

Rooms & suites

Deluxe Double Room

18 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 2 twin beds

  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Private bathroom
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wifi
From
$75 /night
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Standout features

Beach Access
On-site Dining
Breakfast
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

Amenities at Hanifaru Transit Inn

Most popular facilities

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast

Great for your stay

  • Restaurant
  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free Wifi
  • BBQ facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Sun deck
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Public ferry or shared speedboat
116 km
from Velana airport (MLE)

Getting there

Hanifaru Transit Inn is on Dharavandhoo in Baa Atoll, a local island about 116 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 2½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. Dharavandhoo also has its own domestic airport (Dharavandhoo Airport), a short flight from Malé. Some islands are also on the public ferry network, which is far cheaper but much slower and runs on set days.

Shared speedboats this far from Malé typically cost about $30–100 per person each way, depending on distance, and run to a timetable rather than on demand — confirm the day and time with the property. The domestic flight costs more but takes far less time. Where the public ferry runs, it costs only a few dollars.

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On the map

Arumaan Baa.Dharavandhoo

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Dharavandhoo sits in Baa Atoll. Baa Atoll is a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, famous for Hanifaru Bay and its seasonal gatherings of manta rays and whale sharks.

3 sights nearby, 2 of them within 1 km; the closest is Dharavandhoo Mosque at 210 m.

Things to do nearby

  • Dharavandhoo Mosqueplace of worship210 m
  • Dharavandhoo Dive Centerattraction290 m
  • Dharavandhoo thilaattraction1.1 km

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.

Snorkel with manta rays View on GetYourGuide Swim with whale sharks View on GetYourGuide Sandbank & picnic trip View on GetYourGuide Sunset dolphin cruise View on GetYourGuide Scuba diving & house reefs View on GetYourGuide Sunset & night fishing View on GetYourGuide
What guests say
9.2 / 10
across 65 reviews

Guests rate the property highly, with many positive mentions for cleanliness and service. Nature is also frequently noted. The location's airport access and proximity to things to do are appreciated.

Staff friendliness & hospitality · 28Breakfast & food quality · 24Cleanliness & room comfort · 20Excursions & manta/marine tours · 18Complimentary amenities (water, tea/coffee, snorkel gear, laundry) · 14
  • Things to do4.4
  • Restaurants3.3
  • Airport access5
Property · 100% of 8 mentionsCleanliness · 100% of 7 mentionsNature · 83% of 6 mentionsService · 100% of 5 mentions

Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.

Reviews scoring 9–10: 28 · average 9.7

They wrote about: breakfast, staff, cleanliness

Reviews scoring 7–9: 1 · average 8

They wrote about: cleanliness, breakfast, bathroom

Reviews scoring Under 5: 1 · average 1

They wrote about: staff, facilities

Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.

Good to know

MealsBreakfast available
Airport transferAvailable — arranged by property, paid separately
ParkingAvailable
Wi-FiAvailable

House rules

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Pets

Free!

Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property

Frequently asked

How do I get to Hanifaru Transit Inn?

Hanifaru Transit Inn is on Dharavandhoo in Baa Atoll, a local island about 116 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 2½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. Dharavandhoo also has its own domestic airport (Dharavandhoo Airport), a short flight from Malé. Some islands are also on the public ferry network, which is far cheaper but much slower and runs on set days.

What room types are available?

The inn offers Deluxe Double Rooms. These rooms feature a balcony, air-conditioning, private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and free Wi-Fi.

Does the inn offer meals?

Yes, Hanifaru Transit Inn has an on-site restaurant that provides table service and buffet dinners. Free breakfast is also included for guests.

Are there activities like snorkeling or diving?

Snorkeling and scuba diving activities can be arranged as off-site excursions at an additional charge. Water sports facilities are also available on-site.

Is parking available?

Yes, free on-site parking is available for guests at Hanifaru Transit Inn.

Where to stay for Hanifaru Bay?

Hanifaru Transit Inn is on Dharavandhoo, Baa Atoll, Maldives.

Hotels near Hanifaru Transit Inn

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