A local-island guesthouse on Thulusdhoo
Palm Gate is a guest house located on Thulusdhoo island in the Maldives. It provides a garden, lounge, and a shared kitchen for guests. Daily housekeeping and 24-hour front desk service are available. Rooms here include air-conditioning, private bathrooms with bidets, and city or sea views. Some feature balconies. The property is a short walk from Bikini Beach.
The honest verdict
A straightforward guest house stay with essential amenities, close to a local beach.
Best for
- Budget travellers
- Beach access
- Island hopping
Maybe not ideal for
- Luxury resort seekers
- On-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.
Rooms with views
Select rooms offer balconies with sea, garden, or city views. All rooms are air-conditioned and include private bathrooms with bidets and minibars. Daily housekeeping ensures a comfortable stay.
Guest house amenities
The property features a garden, an open-air bath, and a public bath. Guests can use the shared kitchen, relax in the lounge, or visit the on-site coffee shop and minimarket.
Walkable beach access
Bikini Beach is located within a 1-minute walk from the guest house, offering convenient access to the shore. The local marina is also a short distance away.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
21 m² · 1 full bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- City view
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed
21 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed and 1 full bed
- Garden view
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
Inside Palm Gate
Amenities at Palm Gate
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Windsurfing
- Water sports facilities on site
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Bath
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Garden
Getting there
Palm Gate is on Thulusdhoo in Kaafu Atoll, about 24 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
Thulusdhoo, 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.
2 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Dream beach, is 1.0 km away.
Things to do nearby
- K. Thulusdhoomarina840 m
- Dream beachbeach1.0 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.
Guest reviews highlight the proximity to Bikini Beach, with many appreciating the convenient location. The availability of an airport shuttle and free WiFi are also frequently mentioned positive aspects of the stay.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 1 · average 10
They wrote about: staff, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 1 · average 8
They wrote about: location, value
Reviews scoring 5–7: 3 · average 5.3
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring Under 5: 2 · average 2
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 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 8:00 AM to 12:00 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.
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Palm Gate from the airport?
You can reach Palm Gate via public ferry or a shared speedboat. The transfer is approximately 24 km from the airport.
What room types are available?
Palm Gate offers a Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and a Deluxe Double Room with Extra Bed. Both are 21 m² and feature air conditioning and private bathrooms.
Are meals included?
Breakfast is listed as an available facility. The guest house also has an on-site coffee shop and a shared kitchen.
What activities can I do?
The property offers access to windsurfing and water sports facilities. Snorkeling is also available. Bikini Beach is a short walk away.
Is WiFi available?
Yes, free WiFi is available for guests throughout the property.
Is there parking?
The guest house provides bicycle parking facilities.
Which atoll is Thulusdhoo in?
Palm Gate is on Thulusdhoo, Kaafu Atoll, Maldives.