Mariana
Guest house stay with on-site water sports
A place to stay on Gaafaru
Mariana Maldives is a guest house located on Gaafaru island. The property offers various amenities designed for a comfortable stay, including a restaurant and a garden. It is equipped with air-conditioning and provides daily housekeeping and room service. Guests can utilize facilities such as BBQ facilities and a private beach area. The guest house also provides an airport shuttle service for convenient transportation to and from the airport. The rooms come with private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, and free WiFi.
The honest verdict
A guest house experience with a restaurant, garden, and on-site water sports.
Best for
- Families
- Water sports enthusiasts
- Convenient airport access
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a resort experience
- Alcohol service
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 amenities
Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and flat-screen TVs. Guests will find soundproofing, a minibar, free WiFi, and complimentary toiletries provided. Daily housekeeping ensures a tidy space.
On-site dining and garden
The guest house features an on-site restaurant with a child-friendly buffet option. A garden area provides a pleasant outdoor space. BBQ facilities are also available for guests' use.
Water sports and beach
Guests can enjoy water sports facilities directly on site, including snorkeling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing, available at an additional charge. There is also a private beach area.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Triple Room
15 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 twin bed and 1 king bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
- Minibar
Standout features
Inside Mariana Maldives
Amenities at Mariana Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Flat-screen TV
- BBQ facilities
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Garden
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Dryer
- Electric kettle
Getting there
Mariana is on Gaafaru in Kaafu Atoll, a local island about 61 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 1½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. 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. Where the public ferry runs, it costs only a few dollars.
On the map
Gaafaru, 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 highly praised by guests, with all mentions being positive. The guest house also received positive remarks for its airport shuttle, non-smoking rooms, room service, restaurant, free WiFi, and free parking.
- Things to do2.8
- Restaurants1.6
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 14:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
- Check-out
Until 12:00
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
- Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome. To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
10 - 11 years Extra bed upon request 12+ years Extra bed upon request Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay. The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information. All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
- No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Mariana Maldives from the airport?
Mariana is on Gaafaru in Kaafu Atoll, a local island about 61 km from Velana International Airport (MLE). Most guests come by shared speedboat from Malé or the airport — about 1½ hours — which the property can usually book for you. Some islands are also on the public ferry network, which is far cheaper but much slower and runs on set days.
What types of rooms are available?
Mariana Maldives offers Deluxe Triple Rooms, which are 15 m² and accommodate up to three people with one twin and one king bed.
Does Mariana Maldives have a restaurant?
Yes, there is an on-site restaurant that includes a child-friendly buffet option.
Are there activities available at the guest house?
The property offers on-site water sports facilities like snorkeling, diving, canoeing, and windsurfing at an additional charge, along with a private beach area.
Is Mariana Maldives suitable for families?
Yes, the guest house offers family rooms and has a child-friendly buffet, making it suitable for families.
Does the guest house offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, Mariana Maldives provides an airport shuttle service for guests' convenience.