Island Ambience
Guest rooms with sea views on Maafushi
A place to stay on Maafushi
Island Ambience is a guest house situated on Maafushi island in the Maldives. It provides accommodation featuring air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and sea views. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant, garden, and terrace with outdoor seating. Located a short distance from local beaches, the property is also equipped with bicycle parking. The guest house is a convenient base for exploring the area.
The honest verdict
A simple guest house on Maafushi with essential room amenities and on-site dining.
Best for
- Family travellers
- Beach access
- Budget stays
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking extensive resort facilities
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.
Rooms with sea views
Accommodations include family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Enjoy the inner courtyard view or sea views from select rooms. Amenities like free WiFi and minibars are provided for a comfortable stay.
On-site dining
The guest house features a restaurant, offering a convenient place to eat. Guests can also relax on the terrace or in the garden area, which includes outdoor seating for enjoying the surroundings.
Close to beaches
Island Ambience is located within a 5-minute walk to Bikini Beach. Other nearby beaches include Water Sports Beach and a public beach, all easily accessible on foot.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Family Room
30 m² · sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 1 twin bed and 1 king bed
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
Inside Island Ambience
Amenities at Island Ambience
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Wonderful Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Garden
Getting there
Island Ambience is on Maafushi in Kaafu Atoll, about 28 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Reach it by the scheduled public ferry from Malé, or a shared or private speedboat the guesthouse can arrange.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
On the map
The island of Maafushi is part of Kaafu Atoll. Kaafu (North & South Malé Atoll) is the most accessible region, a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
4 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Water Sports Beach, is 270 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Water Sports Beachbeach270 m
- Public beachbeach300 m
- Maafushi Thilaattraction1.8 km
- Coral snorklingattraction2.3 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.
Guests rate the cleanliness and location of Island Ambience highly. The provision of family rooms and an airport shuttle service are frequently mentioned positive aspects.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 27 · average 9.6
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, cleanliness
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Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Check-out
From 12:00 AM to 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
Pets are not allowed.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How much is the speedboat in Maafushi?
You can reach Island Ambience via public ferry or shared speedboat. The transfer covers a distance of 28 km from the airport.
What room types are available?
The guest house offers Deluxe Family Rooms. These rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, sea views, and a TV.
Does Island Ambience have a restaurant?
Yes, Island Ambience has an on-site restaurant for guests to dine at.
Is WiFi available?
Yes, free WiFi is available for guests throughout the property.
What is near Island Ambience?
Bikini Beach is a 5-minute walk away. Water Sports Beach and a public beach are also within a short walking distance.
Where is the island ambience?
Island Ambience is on Maafushi, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives.