| all have balconies, and upgraded rooms add sea views. the rooftop offers a restaurant, sunloungers and a hot tub. set on hulhumale island, this upscale hotel across the street from the beach is 7 km (including a ferry ride) from the hukuru miskiy, a 17th-century coral mosque, and 7 km from velana international airport. other amenities consist of an international restaurant with beachfront seating, as well as transfer services and excursions. the serene rooms feature free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs and tea and coffeemaking facilities, plus safes and minibars. breakfast is complimentary. check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 12:00 pm
Velana International Airport 14 min
Thilafushi (19 min)
Cultural museum showcasing antiquities from Maldives' Buddhist era through the Islamic monarchs. Velassaru (13 min)
Compact, white-sand beach cove with a playground & views of planes flying in & out of Malé airport. Baros (13 min)
Founded in 2004, this man-made residential island with a serene feel offers beaches & dive centers. Baros (1 hr)
Tiny resort island densely packed with bungalows & restaurants interspersed with coconut trees. Villingili (18 min)
26 natural atolls offering tranquil beaches & popular scuba diving & snorkeling spots. Velassaru (12 min)
Made from coral boulders, this ornate mosque was built in 1658 & features sea-culture architecture. Sultan Park (18 min)
This compact park features large shade trees, plus small colorful species, along with benches. Hulhule Island (13 min)
Primarily a hub for local transit, this no-frills island hosts the Maldives’ main airport. Villingili (18 min)
Islamic Centre & mosque with golden domes opened in 1984, with conference hall & Islamic library. Muleeaage (18 min)
Ornate house built for Sultan Mohamed Shamsuddeen III in 1906, & now Maldivian president's office. | 
