Tropic Tree
Guest house on Gulhi with garden views
A place to stay on Gulhi
Tropic Tree Maldives is a guest house located on Gulhi island, offering comfortable accommodation for travellers. It is situated 23km from Malé and a short walk to South Beach. The property features garden views from its rooms and provides a restaurant for dining. It also includes a sun terrace and garden space for guests to relax in.
The honest verdict
A straightforward guest house experience with garden views and on-site dining on Gulhi island.
Best for
- Budget travellers
- Island life
- Beach access
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking resort amenities
- Direct airport access
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.
Garden view rooms
Rooms at Tropic Tree Maldives offer views of the garden. Each is equipped with air conditioning, a private bathroom, a terrace, and complimentary toiletries.
On-site dining
The guest house has an on-site restaurant. Guests can also enjoy outdoor seating areas and a lounge space for relaxation.
Island location
Situated on Gulhi island, Tropic Tree Maldives is a 3-minute walk from the main part of the island and a short distance to nearby beaches.
Rooms & suites
Superior Double Room
1 full bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Double Room
15 m² · 1 full bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Deluxe Triple Room
16 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 twin bed and 1 full bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
Inside Tropic Tree Maldives
Amenities at Tropic Tree Maldives
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Pet friendly
- Terrace
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
View
- Garden view
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Getting there
Tropic Tree Maldives is on Gulhi in Kaafu Atoll, about 23 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
The island of Gulhi is part of Kaafu Atoll. Kaafu (North & South Malé Atoll) is the most accessible region, a short speedboat ride from Velana International Airport.
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, South Beach, is 90 m away.
Things to do nearby
- South Beachbeach90 m
- private beach for touristsbeach300 m
- Dhigu Thilaattraction880 m
- Shark Pointattraction1.3 km
- Coconut Grovepark2.0 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.
Guests rate this guest house highly, particularly mentioning its location and cleanliness. Popular facilities include the restaurant and family rooms. The airport shuttle is also a convenient feature for many visitors.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 28 · average 9.6
They wrote about: staff, room, location
Reviews scoring 7–9: 2 · average 7.5
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
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
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Free!
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Gulhi, Maldives?
You can reach Tropic Tree Maldives via public ferry or shared speedboat from Malé. The distance is approximately 23km.
What room types are available?
The guest house offers Superior Double Rooms, Deluxe Double Rooms, and Deluxe Triple Rooms, all featuring garden views and air conditioning.
Does the guest house have a restaurant?
Yes, Tropic Tree Maldives has an on-site restaurant. Breakfast is also available.
Are there any beaches nearby?
South Beach is just 90 meters away, and a private beach for tourists is located 300 meters from the property.
Does Tropic Tree Maldives offer family rooms?
Yes, family rooms are available at the guest house.
Is WiFi available?
Free WiFi is provided for guests in all rooms and throughout the property.
What is the price range for rooms?
Rooms start from $104 per night.
Is Gulhi a local island?
Yes, Gulhi is an inhabited local island. Staying at Tropic Tree Maldives means local rules apply: the island is alcohol-free and modest dress is expected outside designated bikini beaches.