★ 7.2/10 · 119 reviews

Ocean Vista

Maafushi guest house near Bikini Beach

2 room types Sleeps up to 2 Wi-Fi Parking Breakfast A/C Restaurant

Welcome

A place to stay on Maafushi

Ocean Vista is a guest house situated on Maafushi island in the Maldives, about 28 km from the airport. The property offers rooms with air-conditioning and private bathrooms, some featuring sea views. Facilities include an on-site restaurant and an outdoor seating area. Guests have access to a picnic area, and bike hire is available. Bikini Beach is a 6-minute walk away.

7.2/10

Guest rating

119 reviews

Room types

available

$70

Rates from

Per night

Should you book?

The honest verdict

A straightforward guest house stay with an on-site restaurant and convenient access to local beaches.

Best for

budget travellers
access to local beaches
exploring Maafushi island

Maybe not ideal for

private beach access
resort-style amenities

What a stay costs

Per night

$70

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.

On-site dining

The guest house has its own restaurant, You & Me Cafe & Restaurant, open daily. It serves a variety of dishes including Indian, British, Asian, seafood, pizza, and Maldivian specialities. Halal and dietary options are available.

Rooms with views

Accommodation includes Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms and Deluxe Double Rooms with Side Sea View, both 18 m². Rooms are equipped with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi.

Maafushi location

Ocean Vista is centrally located on Maafushi island, just a 6-minute walk from Bikini Beach. It's also near the jetty, making it convenient for excursions and transport.

Activities arranged

The property offers bike hire and has a tour desk to help arrange activities. Snorkeling trips, sandbank excursions, dolphin and sunset cruises, jet ski, parasailing, fishing, and kayaking can be booked.

Rooms & suites

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

18 m² · Select your bed (if available) 2 twin beds 1 full bed

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free Wifi

From

$70 /night

View room

Deluxe Double Room with Side Sea View

18 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed

Sea view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar

From

$70 /night

View room

Standout features

Beach Access

On-site Dining

Breakfast

Parking

Free Wi-Fi

Air Conditioning

Inside Ocean Vista

Amenities at Ocean Vista

Great for your stay

Restaurant
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
Free Wifi
Flat-screen TV
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Airport shuttle

Bathroom

Toilet paper
Towels
Private bathroom
Toilet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower

Outdoors

Picnic area
Outdoor furniture
Outdoor dining area

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Room amenities

Socket near the bed
Clothes rack

Public ferry or shared speedboat

28 km

from Velana airport (MLE)

Getting there

Ocean Vista 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.

Full directions, map & what's nearby →

On the map

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Get directions

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, Water Sports Beach, is 450 m away.

Things to do nearby

Water Sports Beachbeach450 m
Bikini Beachbeach620 m
Coral snorklingattraction1.9 km
Maafushi Thilaattraction2.1 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.

Snorkel with manta rays View on GetYourGuide Swim with whale sharks View on GetYourGuide Sandbank & picnic trip View on GetYourGuide Sunset dolphin cruise View on GetYourGuide Scuba diving & house reefs View on GetYourGuide Sunset & night fishing View on GetYourGuide

What guests say

7.2 / 10

across 119 reviews

Guests frequently mention the property's location and service. Dining and breakfast also receive positive comments. Cleanliness and the overall property experience are noted positively by many.

Staff friendliness & helpfulness · 17Location (near jetty/beach) · 14Breakfast & food · 10Activities & excursions · 4Value for money / budget-friendly · 4

Things to do4.3
Restaurants3.6
Airport access1.6

Service · 93% of 74 mentionsDining · 85% of 60 mentionsProperty · 79% of 28 mentionsBreakfast · 80% of 20 mentionsNature · 85% of 13 mentionsLocation · 90% of 10 mentions

Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.

Reviews scoring 9–10: 9 · average 9.8

They wrote about: staff, breakfast, comfort

Reviews scoring 7–9: 8 · average 7.8

They wrote about: breakfast, staff, location

Reviews scoring 5–7: 4 · average 6

They wrote about: staff, location, room

Reviews scoring Under 5: 9 · average 2.4

They wrote about: room, staff, cleanliness

Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.

Good to know

MealsBreakfast available

Airport transferAvailable — arranged by property, paid separately

ParkingAvailable

Wi-FiAvailable

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

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property

Frequently asked

How do I get to Ocean Vista from Malé Airport?

Transfers from Malé Airport (MLE) to Maafushi are via public ferry or shared speedboat. The journey is approximately 28 km. The guest house also offers an airport shuttle for an extra charge.

What room types are available?

Ocean Vista offers Deluxe Double or Twin Rooms and Deluxe Double Rooms with Side Sea View. Both room types are 18 m² and include air-conditioning and private bathrooms.

Does the guest house offer meals?

Yes, Ocean Vista has an on-site restaurant called You & Me Cafe & Restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a variety of cuisines. Free breakfast is included.

Are there beaches nearby?

Bikini Beach is a 6-minute walk from the guest house. Other nearby beaches include Water Sports Beach (0.45 km) and a public beach (0.7 km).

What activities can I do?

The guest house provides bike hire and a tour desk. Activities like snorkeling, diving, canoeing, and fishing can be arranged off-site, with additional charges.

Is Wi-Fi available?

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the guest house.

Can you drink alcohol in Maafushi, Maldives?

Like all inhabited local islands in the Maldives, Maafushi is alcohol-free — no alcohol is sold or served at Ocean Vista. Some nearby resorts and floating bars serve drinks to day visitors.

Is Maafushi island expensive?

Sampled nightly rates at Ocean Vista start around $70, varying by season and room type. Live prices are confirmed at checkout.

Is Maafushi a dry island?