Ranthari Hotel and Spa Ukulhas
Beachfront on Ukulhas — a local island with real reef access
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A place to stay on Ukulhas
Ranthari Hotel and Spa sits directly on the beach in Ukulhas, a local island in the Maldives roughly 74 km from Velana International Airport. The four-star hotel has two restaurants, a spa and wellness centre, and a rooftop pool, making it one of the more complete stays on a local island at this price point. Rooms start at $70 per night, with sea-view and balcony categories available. Snorkelling, diving, and fishing can be arranged through the hotel. Ukulhas itself is well regarded for its accessible reef and has a sunset viewpoint just 140 metres away.
The honest verdict
A beachfront local-island hotel with two restaurants, a spa, and rooms that run from compact garden-view doubles to balconied sea-view options — all at relatively modest prices for the Maldives.
Best for
- Couples wanting sea views on a budget
- Families — indoor play area and kid-friendly dining available
- Divers and snorkellers using Ukulhas reef
- Travellers who prefer a local-island atmosphere
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a private-island or overwater villa experience
- Travellers wanting an alcohol-free stay — a bar is on site
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.
Beachfront position on Ukulhas
The hotel sits directly on the beach, with sun terraces, outdoor furniture, and a picnic area facing the water. A sunset viewpoint is 140 metres away and a sunrise viewpoint 160 metres — both accessible on foot from the property.
Rooftop pool and spa
The rooftop pool is accessible to guests across most room categories. The spa and wellness centre handles treatments on site, giving the property more depth than a typical local-island guesthouse at this price.
Rooms with sea views and balconies
The top room category, the Deluxe Double with Balcony and Sea View, is 19 m² with a private balcony looking out to sea. Garden-view rooms start at 18 m² — compact but fully air-conditioned with minibar and flat-screen TV.
Two restaurants and a bar
The hotel runs two restaurants on site, covering continental, halal, Asian, American, and buffet-style dining. Special diet menus are available on request. A bar, coffee house, and snack bar add further options without leaving the property.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
18 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 twin beds
- Garden view
- Rooftop pool
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
19 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 twin beds
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee maker
- More
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
19 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 king bed 2 twin beds
- Sea view
- Rooftop pool
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony & Sea View
19 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Rooftop pool
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
Inside Ranthari Hotel and Spa Ukulhas Maldives
Amenities at Ranthari Hotel and Spa Ukulhas Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- 2 restaurants
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Spa and wellness center
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Room service
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
Activities
- Beach
- Snorkeling Additional charge Off-site
- Diving Additional charge Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
Getting there
Getting to Ranthari Hotel and Spa Ukulhas Maldives on Ukulhas in North Ari Atoll means covering about 74 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 20 minutes. The property arranges the seaplane once your flights are confirmed. Seaplanes fly in daylight hours only, so late arrivals may overnight in Malé.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
The island of Ukulhas is part of North Ari Atoll. North Ari Atoll (Alifu Alifu) is known for vibrant dive sites, reef sharks and a classic mix of resort islands.
Things to do nearby
- Sunset view point viewpoint 0.14 km
- Sunrise view point viewpoint 0.16 km
- Snorkeling place/sand bottom chute attraction 0.21 km
- Turtle reef snorkeling place attraction 0.23 km
- Turtle reef snorkelling place attraction 0.27 km
Where to eat
- Taste restaurant 0.01 km
- Coco bar cafe 0.04 km
- Peperone Restaurant restaurant 0.07 km
- Olhumathi Restaurant restaurant 0.07 km
- Coco Hut cafe 0.13 km
- Ocula bar cafe 0.16 km
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.
Ranthari holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 249 reviews. The hotel's highlights flag the location as highly rated by recent guests. Breakfast spans continental, halal, Asian, American, and buffet options. Sea views and the beachfront setting are the most frequently cited draws in guest feedback.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do you get to Ukulhas, Maldives?
The transfer is by seaplane from Velana International Airport. Ukulhas is approximately 74 km from the airport. The hotel has an airport shuttle service — confirm timing and booking directly with the property.
What room types are available?
There are four Deluxe Double room categories: a standard garden-view room (18 m²), a room with balcony, a room with sea view, and a room combining both balcony and sea view (all 19 m²). All sleep two guests.
What is the price range?
Rates start from around $70 per night for the standard Deluxe Double Room and go up to approximately $114 per night for the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View.
What dining options are there on site?
The hotel has two restaurants, a bar, a coffee house, and a snack bar. Breakfast options include continental, halal, Asian, American, and buffet styles. Special diet menus are available on request, and there is a kid-friendly buffet.
Can I snorkel or dive from the hotel?
Snorkelling, diving, and fishing are listed as activities the hotel facilitates. These are arranged excursions — speak with the tour desk on arrival to book trips with local operators.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes. The hotel has family rooms, an indoor play area, board games, and a kid-friendly buffet. Facilities for disabled guests are also available.
Is there a pool?
There is a rooftop pool. Access is included for guests in the standard Deluxe Double Room, the sea-view room, and the balcony-and-sea-view room. Confirm rooftop pool access for the balcony-only category when booking.
Is there a spa?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site spa and wellness centre. Treatment details and booking are best confirmed directly with the property.
What is on the island near the hotel?
Several cafes and restaurants are within 200 metres, including Taste (10 m), Coco Bar (40 m), and Peperone Restaurant (70 m). A sunset viewpoint is 140 metres away and a sunrise viewpoint 160 metres away.
Does the hotel have WiFi?
Free WiFi is included in all room categories.
What is the best time to visit Ukulhas?
The Maldives dry season generally runs from November to April, with calmer seas and lower rainfall. The hotel does not specify a preferred season, so checking current conditions before travel is advisable.
How do I book?
Reservations can be made through the hotel's official channels or via third-party booking platforms. The hotel provides private check-in and check-out, and a concierge service is available to assist with arrangements on arrival.
Which atoll is Ukulhas?
Ranthari Hotel and Spa Ukulhas Maldives is on Ukulhas, North Ari Atoll, Maldives.