Vaagali Inn
A local island base with a house reef, 81 km from Malé.
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A place to stay on Keyodhoo
Vaagali Inn is a three-star hotel on Keyodhoo island, rated 4.8 from 35 Google reviews. It sits 81 km from Velana International Airport, reached by seaplane or domestic flight. The hotel runs an airport shuttle. There is a restaurant on-site, a house reef for snorkelling, and a kids' club. Oshi Beach is 1.1 km away. Rooms include air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, and private bathrooms. A tour desk can arrange fishing and other local activities.
The honest verdict
A straightforward local-island stay with direct reef access, family-friendly facilities, and on-site dining — not a resort island with a pool or spa.
Best for
- Snorkellers wanting easy reef access
- Families with young children
- Travellers on a local-island budget
- Fishing trips
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests wanting a private-island resort
- Those needing a pool or spa
- Travellers with flexible food requirements beyond on-request special diets
House reef and water activities
A house reef sits directly accessible from the property, suitable for snorkelling. The hotel also organises fishing trips. A tour desk handles bookings for both, so guests do not need to arrange activities independently from the island.
On-site dining
The restaurant serves buffet meals and can accommodate special diets on request. Room service is available, which is useful for early departures or late arrivals given the transfer journey from Malé.
Family rooms and kids' club
Family rooms are available, and the hotel runs a kids' club. These are the two concrete family-specific facilities listed; parents should confirm club hours and age ranges directly with the hotel before booking.
Airport transfer included
The hotel provides an airport shuttle. The journey from Velana International Airport covers 81 km by seaplane or domestic flight to reach Keyodhoo, so co-ordinating transfer times with the hotel at booking is practical.
Room basics
Every room has a private bathroom with a shower, hairdryer, bidet, and towels. Air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a wardrobe, and a desk are standard. Non-smoking rooms are available throughout the property.
Inside Vaagali Inn
Amenities at Vaagali Inn
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Restaurant
- Non-smoking rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Tour desk
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
Room amenities
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Getting there
Getting to Vaagali Inn on Keyodhoo in Vaavu Atoll means covering about 81 km from Malé (MLE) by seaplane — a scenic flight of roughly 25 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
Keyodhoo, the hotel's island, belongs to Vaavu Atoll. Vaavu Atoll is a small, quiet region famous for nurse-shark dives and the long Fotteyo Kandu reef.
Things to do nearby
- Oshi Beach attraction 1.1 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.
Vaagali Inn holds a 4.8 rating across 35 Google reviews, and recent guests have flagged the location as a specific strength, scoring it 9.6. The buffet is called out as a highlight. No detailed review-theme counts were available for further breakdown.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Vaagali Inn from Malé?
The hotel is 81 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer uses a seaplane or domestic flight to reach Keyodhoo. The hotel provides an airport shuttle, so confirm your arrival time when booking.
Does Vaagali Inn offer an airport transfer?
Yes. An airport shuttle is listed as a hotel facility. Contact the property directly to arrange pick-up, particularly if arriving by domestic flight where schedules may need to be co-ordinated.
What room types are available?
Specific room categories were not listed in our current data. The hotel has family rooms available. Contact Vaagali Inn directly for room-type options, bed configurations, and current availability.
Is there a restaurant at the hotel?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving buffet meals. Special diet menus are available on request. Room service is also available for guests who prefer to eat in their room.
Can I snorkel from the hotel?
The hotel has a house reef suitable for snorkelling, accessible directly from the property. Snorkelling is listed as an activity the hotel supports. Ask the tour desk about equipment hire or guided sessions.
Is Vaagali Inn suitable for families?
Family rooms are available, and the hotel runs a kids' club. Confirm the club's operating hours and minimum age directly with the property before booking, as these details were not in our current data.
What other activities can I do?
Fishing trips can be arranged through the on-site tour desk. Karaoke is available on the property. Oshi Beach is 1.1 km away. The house reef covers snorkelling without leaving the island.
Is there a beach nearby?
Oshi Beach is 1.1 km from Vaagali Inn. This is the nearest listed beach. The hotel itself sits on a local island; for the nearest stretch of sand, Oshi Beach is the practical option.
What is the hotel's star rating and guest score?
Vaagali Inn is a three-star hotel. It holds a 4.8 Google rating from 35 reviews. Recent guests rated the location at 9.6 out of 10, and the buffet is specifically cited as a positive.
What is the price per night?
A starting price was not available in our current data. Check the hotel directly or via a booking platform for current rates, as prices on local-island hotels in the Maldives vary significantly by season.
Does the hotel have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is included in all rooms. The hotel also has air conditioning, private bathrooms with showers, and a hairdryer in each room.
When is the best time to visit Keyodhoo?
No specific seasonal data was provided for this property. Generally, the dry season in the Maldives runs from November to April, bringing calmer seas and better visibility for snorkelling and diving.
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