Maagali Inn
A practical base on Fonadhoo, with a spa and a kitchen of your own.
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A local-island guesthouse on Fonadhoo
Maagali Inn sits on Fonadhoo island in Laamu Atoll, about 263 km from Malé and reached by domestic flight and speedboat. At $40.50 per night, it is one of the more straightforward options in the southern Maldives — family rooms with private kitchens, a restaurant, and a spa on-site. With only nine Google reviews so far, the inn is relatively new to outside attention, but it holds a 4.7/5 rating. The two room types sleep up to three and come with patios and garden views, making the place a workable choice for couples or small families who want self-catering flexibility without giving up island dining.
The honest verdict
A compact, affordable inn on a local island with kitchen-equipped family rooms, on-site dining, and a spa — practical rather than polished.
Best for
- Small families on a budget
- Self-catering travellers
- Those wanting to explore a local Maldivian island
- Guests who want spa access without resort prices
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers seeking a large resort experience
- Those wanting overwater accommodation
- Visitors with very limited tolerance for remote travel logistics
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.
Garden setting and outdoor space
Rooms look onto a garden or inner courtyard, with a patio attached to each. There is also an outdoor dining area and garden furniture on the grounds, giving guests somewhere to sit outside their room without going far.
Rooms with their own kitchens
Both family room types include a private kitchen with a stovetop, kitchenware, coffee machine, and washing machine. At 21 m² each, the rooms are compact, but the kitchen setup reduces dependence on eating out for every meal.
Spa and fitness on-site
The inn runs a spa with massage treatments and a hot tub. A small fitness area includes a treadmill, weight machines, and free weights — uncommon at this price point on a local island.
On-site restaurant
Breakfast is available at extra charge, with a buffet option. The restaurant also serves buffet dinners with table service, and room service is available. Guests rate dining positively — 10 out of 13 dining mentions were favourable.
Rooms & suites
Family Room with Shower
21 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Garden view
- Inner courtyard view
- Bath
Family Room
21 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Garden view
- Bath
- Air conditioning
Standout features
Inside Maagali Inn
Amenities at Maagali Inn
Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
- Bath
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Additional toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bath
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Garden view
Outdoors
- Outdoor dining area
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Garden
Getting there
Maagali Inn lies on Fonadhoo in Laamu Atoll, about 263 km south 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
Fonadhoo sits in Laamu Atoll. Laamu Atoll lies in the south of the Maldives, a chain of coral islands ringed by house reefs and turquoise lagoons.
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 standout theme — 35 of 39 mentions were positive. The property itself draws 23 positive mentions out of 32, and cleanliness scores 14 out of 18. Breakfast and dining each run 10 positive mentions out of 13 to 15. Location and nature also read positively, though room feedback is more mixed at 3 out of 6.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants3.6
- Airport access4.7
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Maagali Inn from Malé?
Fonadhoo is about 263 km from Malé. The standard transfer combines a domestic flight with a speedboat leg. Journey time varies by flight schedule, so check connections when booking.
What room types are available?
There are two family room types, both 21 m² and sleeping up to three. The Family Room with Shower includes an inner courtyard view; the Family Room adds a dishwasher and coffee machine. Both start from $40.50 per night.
Do the rooms have a kitchen?
Yes. Both room types include a private kitchen with a stovetop, kitchenware, and coffee machine. The Family Room also has a dishwasher. A washing machine is available in each room.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at an extra charge. The inn serves a breakfast buffet, so you can add it on rather than having it built into the base rate.
Is there a restaurant at the inn?
Yes. The restaurant offers table service and buffet dinners. Room service is also available. Ten out of thirteen dining review mentions were positive.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The inn has a spa with massage treatments and a hot tub on-site.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from here?
Snorkelling and scuba diving are listed as available activities. These are arranged excursions rather than on-site dive centre operations. The concierge can assist with bookings.
Is there beach access?
Beach access is listed as an amenity. Fonadhoo is a local island in Laamu Atoll, so the beach is part of the island rather than a private resort beach.
Is the inn suitable for families?
The rooms are classed as family rooms, sleeping three across one single and one large double bed. The private kitchen setup also suits families who want to prepare some meals themselves.
What fitness facilities are there?
The inn has a treadmill, weight machines, and free weights. This is a small fitness area rather than a full gym, but it is on-site.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is available both in rooms and in public areas throughout the property.
Is there 24-hour reception?
Yes. The front desk operates around the clock, and the inn also provides concierge service and wake-up calls.
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