Noorani Retreat
Guest house on Dhiffushi, near the beach
A local-island guesthouse on Dhiffushi
Noorani Retreat is a guest house located on Dhiffushi island. The property offers private rooms with essential facilities, and guests are within a two-minute walk of Dhiffushi Beach. The guest house includes on-site dining options, a garden, and an indoor play area. It is also noted as being pet-friendly.
The honest verdict
A pet-friendly guest house on Dhiffushi island, with simple rooms and beach access.
Best for
- Beach proximity
- Pet owners
- Budget travellers
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking resort amenities
- Diving directly from property
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 air conditioning
Rooms at Noorani Retreat provide air conditioning for comfort. Each includes private bathrooms with showers, work desks, and wardrobes. Free WiFi is available.
On-site dining and garden
The guest house features a restaurant and a coffee shop on site, along with outdoor seating. A garden area and an indoor play area are also available for guests.
Two-minute walk to beach
Dhiffushi Beach is located just a two-minute walk from the property. Guests have easy access to the island's coastline from this location.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Twin Room
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Safety deposit box
- Toilet
Inside Noorani Retreat
Amenities at Noorani Retreat
Most popular facilities
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Pet friendly
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Shuttle service (free)
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Garden
Activities
- Beach
- Snorkeling Off-site
- Diving Off-site
- Canoeing Off-site
- Windsurfing Off-site
- Fishing Off-site
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Breakfast in the room
- Restaurant
Getting there
Noorani Retreat is on Dhiffushi in Kaafu Atoll, about 34 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
Dhiffushi, 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.
The nearest ferry pier, Speedboat Transfer Point, is 170 m from the property.
Getting around
- Speedboat Transfer Pointferry pier170 m
- Slow Public Ferry Transfer Pointferry pier180 m
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 Noorani Retreat 8.8/10 based on 30 reviews. Popular facilities include the on-site restaurant, room service, and free WiFi. Non-smoking rooms are also highlighted.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 24 · average 9.6
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 4 · average 7.8
They wrote about: room, staff, bathroom
Reviews scoring 5–7: 2 · average 5
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 12:00 PM to 1:00 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
Free!
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Noorani Retreat from the airport?
You can reach Noorani Retreat via public ferry or shared speedboat from the airport transfer point, which is approximately 0.17 km away.
What room types are available?
Noorani Retreat offers a Deluxe Twin Room, which is 20 m², sleeps two, and has two twin beds. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and private bathrooms.
Does the guest house offer dining options?
Yes, Noorani Retreat has a restaurant on site and a coffee shop. Breakfast can also be enjoyed in the room.
Are there activities available?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing can be arranged off-site. There is also a nearby sting ray feeding point.
Is the guest house suitable for families?
The guest house has an indoor play area, which may be suitable for families with young children.
Is it possible to bring pets?
Yes, Noorani Retreat is a pet-friendly guest house.
What is the price range for rooms?
Room prices start from $66 USD for a Deluxe Twin Room.
Where is Dhiffushi located?
Noorani Retreat is on Dhiffushi, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives.
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