Maamadi Boutique
A beach-front base on Maafushi, with a house reef at the door.
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A place to stay on Maafushi
Maamadi Boutique Hotel sits on the beach front at Maafushi, a local island in the Maldives roughly 28 km from Velana International Airport. The hotel has 4 stars and a Google rating of 3.9 from 133 reviews. It runs a restaurant with free breakfast included, a spa, a kids' club, and access to a house reef for snorkelling and diving. Free parking is on-site, and an airport shuttle is available for an extra charge. Rooms start at $47 per night.
The honest verdict
A compact, beach-front hotel with a house reef and included breakfast, at some of the lowest per-night prices in the Maldives — though the location scores suggest the island itself has limited restaurants and airport access is slow.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples
- Families needing a kids' club
- Snorkellers who want reef access on foot
- Travellers wanting local-island atmosphere
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests wanting overwater villas
- Those needing quick airport connections
- Anyone expecting a wide choice of off-site dining
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.
House reef access
The hotel sits directly on the beach with a house reef for snorkelling and diving. You do not need a boat excursion to reach it. Water sport facilities are on-site, and the area scores 4.2 out of 5 for things to do.
Restaurant and free breakfast
The on-site restaurant covers continental, Italian, vegetarian, halal, and American options. Free breakfast is included with every stay. Room service is also available, useful if you are arriving late from the airport transfer.
Spa on site
The hotel has a spa. No treatment menu details are confirmed in our data, but it is one of the few amenities that sets Maamadi apart from cheaper local-island guesthouses in Maafushi.
Kids' club for families
A dedicated kids' club is on-site, and the hotel lists family rooms. It is one of the few boutique properties on Maafushi with this facility, which matters if you are travelling with young children.
Activities beyond the water
The hotel runs cooking classes, local culture tours, walking tours, themed dinner nights, and happy hour. Live music and temporary art exhibitions also appear on the activity schedule.
Rates and parking
Rooms start at $47.52 per night for a solo traveller. Free on-site parking is included, which is practical for guests arriving by private boat or renting a vehicle on the island.
Rooms & suites
Superior Double Room
18 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Inner courtyard view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
28 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Queen Room
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
Budget Single Room
sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
Standout features
Inside Maamadi Boutique
Amenities at Maamadi Boutique
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Maamadi Boutique 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.
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-reviewed topic: 36 of 48 mentions were positive. Property condition scored 29 of 35 positively, and cleanliness came in at 14 of 18. Location divided opinion more — 10 positive out of 16 — which likely reflects the 28 km distance from the airport. Breakfast and sleep quality each had more negative mentions than most other categories.
- Things to do4.2
- Restaurants3.3
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Maamadi Boutique Hotel from the airport?
The hotel is 28 km from Velana International Airport. An airport speedboat transfer is available, charged separately. Journey time by speedboat varies but this distance typically takes around 45 to 60 minutes on the water.
What room types are available?
There are five room types: Budget Single, Superior (twin beds), Superior Double, Deluxe Queen, and Deluxe Double with Balcony and Sea View. Sizes run from a single-bed room up to 28 m² with a balcony.
What is the cheapest room at the hotel?
The Budget Single Room starts at $47.52 per night. It sleeps one person and includes air conditioning, ensuite bathroom, minibar, free WiFi, and a safety deposit box.
Which room has a sea view?
Only the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View has a confirmed sea view. At 28 m², it is also the largest room and includes a private balcony and coffee machine. It starts at $66.23 per night.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, free breakfast is included with stays. The restaurant covers continental, Italian, vegetarian, halal, and American options. Themed dinner nights are also on the schedule.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling?
Yes. The hotel has a house reef you can reach directly from the property. Water sport facilities are also on-site. The area scores 4.2 out of 5 for things to do.
Is the hotel suitable for families with children?
The hotel has a kids' club and lists family rooms. It is kid-friendly and free parking is available on-site. The on-site restaurant and room service reduce the need to take children off the island for meals.
Are there activities beyond water sports?
The hotel runs cooking classes, local culture tours, walking tours, happy hour, themed dinner nights, and live music events. Temporary art exhibitions are also listed among the activities.
What is the hotel's overall guest rating?
Maamadi Boutique Hotel has a Google rating of 3.9 from 133 reviews. Service is the strongest theme, with 36 positive mentions out of 48. Location is the most divided topic among reviewers.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed at the hotel.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Free on-site parking is available. This is relevant for guests arriving by private arrangement or renting transport on Maafushi island.
What meal plan options exist, and can I just pay for the room?
Free breakfast is included in the listed rates. The on-site restaurant is available for other meals, and room service runs as well. No specific half-board or full-board packages are confirmed in our data.
Is Maafushi a dry island?
Like all inhabited local islands in the Maldives, Maafushi is alcohol-free — no alcohol is sold or served at Maamadi Boutique. Some nearby resorts and floating bars serve drinks to day visitors.
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