Thooru Stay
A no-frills base in Kelaa with a house reef and room to breathe.
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A place to stay on Kelaa
Thooru Stay is a small motel on Kelaa Atoll, about 310 km from Malé. It sits beside a private beach with a house reef directly accessible for snorkelling and diving. Rates start at $75 per night. The property is modest in scale — two room types, a shared kitchen, BBQ facilities, and water sport equipment on site. Breakfast is available in continental, vegetarian, halal, buffet, and grab-and-go formats. Free parking is included, which is relevant if you're arriving with gear or a vehicle on the local island.
The honest verdict
A small, straightforward motel with direct reef access, basic self-catering facilities, and no resort-style services.
Best for
- Budget-conscious snorkellers and divers
- Families wanting a kids' club and extra space
- Travellers preferring local island stays over resort islands
- Anyone needing free parking and an airport shuttle
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort amenities or on-site dining
- Couples seeking a romantic or adults-only atmosphere
- Those wanting a quick transfer from Malé
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.
House reef and water sports
The reef sits directly off the property's private beach. Snorkelling gear access and water sport facilities are on site, and canoeing is available. The setup suits guests who want reef time without booking day-trip boats.
Kids' club and family facilities
A dedicated kids' club is on site. The Family Room includes a washing machine, which is a practical detail for longer stays. BBQ facilities and a picnic area give families outdoor eating options beyond room service.
Breakfast options
Breakfast runs to five formats: continental, vegetarian, halal, buffet, and breakfast to go. That range is broader than most properties at this price point, and the halal option reflects the local context.
Local culture activities
The property runs tours or classes on local culture, bike tours, and walking tours. Karaoke and themed dinner nights are also listed. Bicycle rental is available for getting around the island independently.
Shared kitchen and self-catering
A shared kitchen has a microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle, coffee machine, and cleaning products. There's also a dining table and area. This makes self-catering straightforward for guests not relying on room service.
Parking and airport shuttle
Free private parking is on site. An airport shuttle is available, which matters given the domestic flight and speedboat transfer required to reach Kelaa from Malé.
Rooms & suites
Double or Twin Room with Garden View
15 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 twin beds
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
- Coffee machine
Family Room
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Soundproofing
- Coffee machine
- Free toiletries
Inside Thooru Stay
Amenities at Thooru Stay
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- BBQ facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Water sports facilities on site
- Snorkeling
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Thooru Stay lies on Kelaa in Haa Alifu Atoll, about 310 km north of Malé (MLE). The journey is a short domestic flight to the nearest regional airport, then a speedboat across the lagoon to the island.
Expect roughly $150–400 per person round trip for the domestic flight + speedboat, arranged by the property. Confirm the fare when booking.
On the map
The island of Kelaa is part of Haa Alifu Atoll. Haa Alifu Atoll lies in the far north of the Maldives, a chain of coral islands ringed by house reefs and turquoise lagoons.
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.
Thooru Stay has a 4.6 Google rating from 10 reviews. The sample is too small to draw firm conclusions about which aspects guests rate most consistently, but the location score of 10.0 from recent guests is the one specific data point the property flags. No review themes are available to break down further.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Thooru Stay from Malé?
The transfer involves a domestic flight followed by a speedboat. Thooru Stay is about 310 km from Malé, so allow time for both legs. The property offers an airport shuttle — confirm the shuttle details directly with the motel when booking.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: a Double or Twin Room with Garden View at 15 m² from $75.05/night, and a Family Room at 20 m² with a large double bed from $85/night. Both have private bathrooms and air conditioning.
Is there a house reef for snorkelling?
Yes. A house reef is accessible directly from the property's private beach. Water sport facilities are on site, and canoeing is also available.
Is Thooru Stay good for families?
A kids' club is on site. The Family Room includes a washing machine, and there are BBQ facilities and a picnic area. Room service is available if cooking isn't the priority.
What meal options does the property have?
Breakfast is available in five formats: continental, vegetarian, halal, buffet, and breakfast to go. Room service is listed. There is a shared kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and kettle for self-catering.
Is free parking available?
Yes. Free private parking is on site, with no reservation required according to the listing.
What is the price per night?
Rooms start from $75.05 per night for the Double or Twin Room with Garden View and from $85 per night for the Family Room. Prices may vary by date and availability.
What activities can I do at or near the property?
On-site options include snorkelling, canoeing, bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, and local culture tours. Themed dinner nights and karaoke are also listed. No off-site nearby attractions are recorded in the property facts.
Is the property non-smoking?
Non-smoking rooms are available. Confirm the full smoking policy directly with the property.
Does the property have an outdoor space?
There is a terrace, garden, outdoor furniture, picnic area, outdoor fireplace, and BBQ facilities. The private beach area is also part of the outdoor setup.
Is there laundry available?
The Family Room includes a washing machine. A shared kitchen with cleaning products is available to all guests. No separate laundry service is listed in the property facts.
How do I book Thooru Stay?
Thooru Stay appears on major booking platforms. Given the remote location and transfer logistics, confirming the airport shuttle and transfer arrangements directly with the property before arrival is advisable.
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