Budget hotels in the Maldives: 14 resorts on private islands

14 resort hotels in the Maldives with white sands and crystal waters, where you can relax for a reasonable fee.

It seems like a budget vacation and the Maldives are incompatible. But the paradise islands have become available to many travelers. And it's not just about modest hotels and guest houses on the local islands. The resort islands with white beaches and crystal clear waters also have different pricing policies. In our selection, we present 14 hotels that can be booked from $ 100 to $ 600 per night for two. The cost, of course, depends on the season: holidays in summer are cheaper than in winter. But regardless of the time chosen, you will find high service, comfortable rooms, white beaches and a fantastic underwater world.

Equator Village Resort

Earlier on this island was located the air force base of the British kingdom. And now it is a paradise island with many birds. There is an international airport here, so getting to the hotel is convenient. It is small: about 80 rooms overlooking the ocean or tropical garden. The island has its own swimming pool, tennis court, spa center. From entertainment - water sports and many excursions.

Location: on the southernmost Maldivian atoll, Addu , beyond the equator. A domestic flight will take an hour and a half.

Cost: from $ 90 per night per room.

Equator Village Resort

Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort 

A tiny island in the Indian Ocean Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort - excellent value for money. This hotel received its first guests in 2006. It offers more than 80 rooms, a large selection of food, 2 restaurants and a bar. You can enjoy the spa, visit the gym, and have its own water sports center . And what is especially pleasing - beaches with white sand, an aquamarine lagoon, a house reef. On the north side of the island, there are garden rooms surrounded by tropical greenery. The hotel features colorful reefs and over 30 diving sites , just an hour's boat ride away. Nearby there are many sunken ships, beautiful manta rays and a hammerhead shark.

If you want to change your surroundings, you can go to a nearby hotel. Among the shortcomings - no water villas, if you dream of charming bungalows, as well as the hotel has no swimming pool.

Location: on the island of Kudabandos, North Male Atoll. The road from the international airport by speedboat will take 15-20 minutes.

Cost: from $ 150 per night per room .

Malahini Kuda Bandos Resort

Fihalhohi Island Resort

Quiet resort for families and couples, with small, charming bungalows. The island is bordered by a lagoon. The highlight of the island is the many coconut trees, spacious beaches and a nice house reef that is easily accessible by swimming. The sand can be called a local landmark, because it resembles powdered sugar!

The small island contains about 140 rooms, which are located almost by the water. And also 12 water villas, standing right in the Indian Ocean. There is a water sports center with everything from water skiing to sailing. If you're lucky, you can swim with whale sharks and manta rays.

Location: South Male Atoll, 45 minutes by speedboat from the main airport.

Cost: from $ 170 per night for two per day.

Fihalhohi Island Resort

Biyadhoo Island

One of the oldest resorts in the Maldives. It cannot boast of fresh rooms, but it is distinguished by nature and a house reef. The hotel is surrounded by a crystal clear lagoon and white sandy beaches. Snorkeling enthusiasts will find free excursions (twice a week).

There are about a hundred fairly spacious rooms on the island: each of them occupies 30 sq.m. The restaurant offers buffet and international cuisine. The house reef is fabulous with turtles and reef sharks. The hotel is also suitable for diving .

Location: 40 minutes by speedboat from Male Airport. The hotel is located on Biyadu Island in South Male Atoll.

Cost: from $ 350 per day for two.

Biyadhoo Island

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

The main highlight of the resort is the house reef and its location. Offering easy access to the most beautiful places for diving in the Maldives x. The hotel has more than 100 rooms, renovation works have been carried out since 2016. There is a spa, squash, tennis courts, swimming pool. With children involved animators in the children's playroom. Fans of overwater villas will find bungalows over the Indian Ocean.

Location: 42 km from the capital, North Male Atoll. Flight time by seaplane - 25 minutes, by boat - 90 minutes.

Cost: from $ 200 per day for two.

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

Sun Island Resort and Spa

A resort where you can swim with whale sharks. Located in the luxurious Ari Atoll. By Maldivian standards, it is a fairly large island with a large number of dining and entertainment options. The last renovation was in 2016. Perfect if you have a limited budget but want activities. It can accommodate over 700 guests. Water Villas and one of the most cheapest in the Maldives. The resort is large and crowded, but green: tropical gardens, luxurious palm trees, turquoise lagoons. This is one of the largest resorts in the Maldives. But it is easy to get around it on foot, or go on a trip by buggy or bicycle.

Sun Island is called the island of whale sharks. It is popular among divers, who want to meet with underwater inhabitants. Boasts one of the longest and most uninterrupted beaches in the Maldives.

Where it is: a 20-minute domestic flight from the international airport of Male to the atoll of Ari. Then 10 minutes by boat.

Cost: from $ 190 per day for two.

Sun Island Resort and Spa

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu 

The hotel is located on a beautiful green island surrounded by a vibrant house reef. The rooms are quite fresh: the last renovation took place in 2019. Of the features - for little money, they offer all inclusive Premium. There is a spa center and a Chinese reflexology center at quite reasonable prices. Coral reef attracts lovers of snorkeling and diving. The hotel has a main restaurant, Indian, Mediterranean cuisine it and a great bar with sunset views and a large selection of cocktails. Of course, it will not do without a diving center, fishing and water sports.

Location: Raa Atoll. A 4-star hotel is 45 minutes away by seaplane or 30 minutes by domestic flight, after which it is worth traveling 35 minutes by speedboat to the hotel.

Cost: from $ 260 per day for two.

Adaaran Select Meedhupparu

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

A four- star resort island with a magnificent house reef, home to over 150 species of fish. It boasts one of the best reefs in the Maldives. There is a diving center. The resort is often chosen for weddings: the resort helps organize exotic weddings and romantic dinners on the beach. A wide range of spa treatments, a library, active games, an entertainment program. Perfect for families with children. The beach is one and a half kilometers of white sand, framed by a turquoise lagoon. There are Asian restaurants, Hot Rocks, seafood and delicacies, bars with great views of the Indian Ocean.

Where it is: Atoll Southern Ari, on the island of Vilamendhoo. 25 minutes from Male by seaplane.

Cost: from $ 600 per day for two.

Vilamendhoo Island Resort & Spa

Kuredu Island Resort

Kuredu Island Resort & Spa is a green island resort framed by sandy beaches. Beachfront villas gabled roofs, water bungalows: great for a budget holiday. Offers fairly affordable water villas and family suites with great pools. Perfect for both newlyweds and families.

The hotel is appreciated by diving enthusiasts: there are 50 dive sites nearby. The resort hosts presentations on Maldivian culture and history. There is a golf club, a sandy beach with a length of 3.5 km. Wine cellar, where more than a thousand elite wines are stored.

Where: island Kuredu, Atoll Lhaviyani, flight by seaplane takes 40 minutes.

Cost: from $ 550 per day for two.

Kuredu Island Resort

Sandies Bathala

Three star hotel and tropical paradise. Snorkeling enthusiasts will appreciate the house reef, recognized as one of the best in the Maldives. You can admire turtles and even dolphins. Wedding ceremonies are held here. There is a diving center, fishing, sunset cruise. A simple and cozy resort with great snorkeling.

Location: in South Male, 40 minutes by speedboat from the capital.

Cost: from $ 360 per day for two.

Sandies Bathala

Hondaafushi Island Resort 

4-star hotel with outdoor pool, spa and aquatic center. There is a house reef near it, where reef sharks live and there are several famous diving spots. The hotel is distinguished by a gorgeous 2 km long sandy beach. The choice of restaurants is small: there is a main restaurant, as well as one a la carte restaurant and a wide selection of refreshing drinks. They offer excursions to local islands and deep sea fishing.

Location: domestic flight will take 40 minutes, then 15 minutes by boat.

Cost: from $ 340 for a double room .

Hondaafushi Island Resort

Reethi Faru

The tiny island resembles a pear tree lined with Maldivian villas. They are built with natural materials in a traditional style. There are also villas that hide in the shade of the emerald island. Guests can choose from 5 restaurants and bars, three beach bars with a wide selection of food and drinks. The hotel has 150 rooms, and the resort itself opened in 2017. The hotel ranks among the top best house reef resorts.

Location: Filaydu Island, Raa Atoll, 15 9 km from Male International Airport . Road take 4 5 minutes seaplane f or 20 minutes on a domestic flight, and then 3 0 minutes speedboat.

Cost: from $ 500 for a double room.

Reethi Faru

Barefoot Eco Hotel

The small hotel is a real eco-resort located right in the heart of a nature reserve. Barefoot means "bare feet" in English. Therefore, we boldly take off our shoes and forget about civilization. Surfing, fishing, cycling excursions - this is not a complete list of entertainment on the island. The choice of bars is small: there is only one main restaurant, but they serve excellent dishes from fresh seafood, and two chefs from Italy prepare for the guests. There is also a bar with a selection of cocktails and spirits with beautiful views of the lagoon.

Where it is: the road to the Hanimaadhoo international airport takes about 45 minutes by plane domestic airlines, then 15 minutes by car.

Cost: from $ 130 for a room for two.

Barefoot Eco Hotel

South Palm Resort Maldives

A new beach resort across the equator opened in 2019. Great reef and great virgin corals. The hotel has about 130 villas, and 30 of them are located on the water. There are villas located in tropical gardens near the coast, as well as detached bungalows with access to the white beach. Restaurants offer a selection of Asian dishes, international cuisine, themed dinners.

Location: Atoll Addu, Ismehela island. The transfer will take 70 minutes by domestic plane to Gan Airport . Then ten minutes on the speedboat.

Cost: from $ 260 per room per night for two.

South Palm Resort Maldives