The Hive Beach
Beachfront in Hulhumalé, ten minutes from the airport
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A city stay in Hulhumalé
The Hive Beach sits directly on the beach in Hulhumalé, roughly ten minutes by road from Malé International Airport. It is a guest house, not a resort island, and that distinction matters: access is via the Sinamalé Bridge, the transfer is complimentary, and the Indian Ocean is right outside. The property runs 22 sea-view rooms across a range of sizes, from a 17 m² single to a 42 m² suite. On-site dining comes from Ocean End, a beachfront restaurant with international, Indian and Maldivian dishes on the menu. Free breakfast is included in the rate.
The honest verdict
A compact beachfront guest house with direct beach access, included breakfast, and a short road transfer from the airport — practical and straightforward rather than remote-island exclusive.
Best for
- Travellers wanting Maldives beach access without a seaplane transfer
- Budget-conscious couples or solo travellers
- Families needing a larger room close to the airport
- First-time visitors to the Maldives using Hulhumalé as a base
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a remote private-island experience
- Travellers wanting a house reef for snorkelling
- Anyone requiring alcohol 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.
Directly on the Hulhumalé beach
The property sits on the Hulhumalé shoreline with direct beach access — no shuttle to a beach club, no shared resort beach. Surfing spots, beach clubs and jetski are in the immediate area, making the waterfront the main draw for most guests.
Ocean End beachfront restaurant
Ocean End faces the water and covers a broad menu: international dishes sit alongside authentic Indian cooking and fresh Maldivian specialties. In-room dining and 24-hour room service are also available, so meal timing is flexible.
Sea views across the room range
All 22 rooms carry sea views. The Deluxe Double with Balcony at 30 m² adds an outdoor sitting area facing the water. The Deluxe Suite stretches to 42 m² with a sofa bed, suitable for a third guest.
Short road transfer, no seaplane required
The Sinamalé Bridge connects Hulhumalé to the airport island. The drive takes around ten minutes, and the return airport transfer is complimentary — a meaningful practical difference from properties requiring a speedboat or seaplane.
Rooms & suites
Twin Room with City View
24 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- 1 room
- View
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Standard Double or Twin Room
23 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- 1 room
- View
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double Room with Sea View
29 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- 1 room
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View
30 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed
- 1 room
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
Deluxe Triple Room
39 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 full beds
- 1 room
- View
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
42 m² · sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Living room: 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Family Room with Sea View
35 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 full bed and 1 queen bed
- 1 room
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Standard Single Room
17 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed
- 1 room
- Air conditioning
- Attached bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Standout features
Inside The Hive Beach
Amenities at The Hive Beach
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
The Hive Beach is on Hulhumalé in Kaafu Atoll, about 3 km from Velana International Airport (MLE) on Hulhulé — a short taxi over the Sinamalé Bridge, no boat needed. Airport shuttle buses run the route around the clock too.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
Hirundhu Magu, 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.
Across 191 Google reviews, the property scores 3.9/5. Service generates the most feedback: 36 of 48 mentions are positive. Location lands well too, with 15 of 18 reviews on that theme in favour. Cleanliness and breakfast score positively in the majority of mentions. Room reviews are more mixed, and bathroom feedback skews cautious.
- Things to do4.6
- Restaurants4.7
- Airport access4.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to The Hive Beach?
The transfer is by road taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge — approximately ten minutes from Malé International Airport. The property provides a complimentary return airport transfer, so there is no seaplane or speedboat involved.
Is The Hive Beach a resort or a guest house?
It is a guest house on Hulhumalé, which is a city island connected to the airport by road. It has direct beach access but is not a private resort island. The setting is urban beachfront rather than remote atoll.
What room types are available?
Eight room types range from a 17 m² Standard Single to a 42 m² Deluxe Suite. Options include city-view twins, sea-view doubles, a balcony room, a triple, a family room and a suite with sofa bed.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, free breakfast is included in the room rate across all room types.
Is there on-site dining beyond breakfast?
Ocean End, the beachfront restaurant, is on site and covers international, Indian and Maldivian dishes. In-room dining and 24-hour room service are also available.
Can I snorkel or dive directly from the property?
Hulhumalé is a city island without a house reef. Snorkelling and diving excursions can be arranged through the hotel with local operators, but they involve a boat trip rather than shore entry.
Is there beach access?
Yes. The property has direct beach access on the Hulhumalé shoreline. Surfing spots, beach clubs and jetski are available in the surrounding area.
Is the property suitable for families?
The Family Room with Sea View sleeps four across two beds in 35 m². The Deluxe Triple Room also sleeps four. Both include standard in-room facilities and sea views.
Is there parking on site?
Yes, parking is available at the property.
What is the Wi-Fi situation?
Free WiFi is available in all rooms and across the property.
What is the price range?
Rates start from around $174 per night for the Standard Single and go up to approximately $347 for the Family Room with Sea View. The Deluxe Suite starts from around $341.
Is alcohol available at the property?
Hulhumalé is part of Greater Malé and operates under the same alcohol-free rules as the city islands. An on-site bar is noted in some listings, but guests should confirm current availability directly with the property before booking.