upgraded rooms and suites feature ocean views. across the street from the palm tree-lined hulhumale beach along the indian ocean, this down-to-earth hotel is 7 km from velana international airport. room service is available. warmly decorated rooms come with free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and minifridges; some add private balconies. complimentary perks include an airport shuttle, and breakfast served in a lobby buffet restaurant that serves halal cuisine and has outdoor seating. check-in time: 12:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am Velana International Airport 14 min
Baros (1 hr) Tiny resort island densely packed with bungalows & restaurants interspersed with coconut trees. Sultan Park (18 min) This compact park features large shade trees, plus small colorful species, along with benches. Villingili (18 min) Islamic Centre & mosque with golden domes opened in 1984, with conference hall & Islamic library. Thilafushi (19 min) Cultural museum showcasing antiquities from Maldives' Buddhist era through the Islamic monarchs. Velassaru (13 min) Made from coral boulders, this ornate mosque was built in 1658 & features sea-culture architecture. Villingili (18 min) 26 natural atolls offering tranquil beaches & popular scuba diving & snorkeling spots. Baros (12 min) Founded in 2004, this man-made residential island with a serene feel offers beaches & dive centers. Velassaru (13 min) Compact, white-sand beach cove with a playground & views of planes flying in & out of Malé airport. Muleeaage (18 min) Ornate house built for Sultan Mohamed Shamsuddeen III in 1906, & now Maldivian president's office. Hulhule Island (12 min) Primarily a hub for local transit, this no-frills island hosts the Maldives’ main airport. |