Kuredhi Beach Inn
Maafushi island inn with diving and watersports
A place to stay on Maafushi
Kuredhi Beach Inn is a twelve-room guesthouse located on Maafushi Island in the Kaafu Atoll Region. The property combines opportunities for sunbathing and watersports with diving and local experiences like cooking with families. The inn provides on-site dining at its restaurant, serving local, continental, and oriental dishes, with barbecue nights offered weekly. Guests can also arrange various water activities directly through the property.
The honest verdict
A practical guesthouse experience on a local island with organised activities.
Best for
- Diving and watersports
- Local island stays
- Budget-conscious travellers
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking an all-inclusive resort
- Private beachfront access
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.
Island living
Located on Maafushi, this guesthouse puts guests close to Bikini Beach and Water Sports Beach. The area offers attractions like Maafushi Thila and coral snorkelling sites.
On-site dining
The in-house restaurant offers buffet and a la carte options, featuring local, continental, and oriental cuisine. Room service and weekly barbecue nights are also available.
Activity focused
Arrange on-site water sports, including diving, snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing. These activities are available at an additional charge.
Room comforts
Air-conditioned rooms feature contemporary and traditional Maldivian design. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, kettles, and private bathrooms.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Triple Room
22 m²
- Balcony
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Standout features
Inside Kuredhi Beach Inn
Amenities at Kuredhi Beach Inn
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Very Good Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Getting there
Kuredhi Beach Inn 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
Maafushi, 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.
4 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Bikini Beach, is 40 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Bikini Beachbeach40 m
- Water Sports Beachbeach170 m
- Maafushi Thilaattraction1.5 km
- Coral snorklingattraction2.4 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.
Service is the most frequently mentioned aspect, with a high proportion of positive comments. Guests also frequently praise the location and nature. Breakfast receives mixed feedback.
- Things to do4.4
- Restaurants4.1
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.8
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 6 · average 7.8
They wrote about: breakfast, room, cleanliness
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM
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
Pets are not allowed.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Kuredhi Beach Inn?
The inn is reachable via public ferry or shared speedboat, approximately 28km from Malé. An airport shuttle service is available at an extra charge.
What room types are available?
Kuredhi Beach Inn offers Deluxe Triple Rooms. These rooms are air-conditioned and feature a balcony with island views, blending contemporary and traditional Maldivian design.
What dining options are available?
The in-house restaurant serves local, continental, and oriental cuisine through buffet and a la carte menus. Room service and weekly barbecue nights are also provided.
Are there activities available at the inn?
Yes, the inn offers on-site water sports facilities including diving, snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing at an additional charge.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, a very good breakfast is provided as part of your stay.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property for guests.
Is Maafushi a dry island?
Like all inhabited local islands in the Maldives, Maafushi is alcohol-free — no alcohol is sold or served at Kuredhi Beach Inn. Some nearby resorts and floating bars serve drinks to day visitors.