Stays

Stay where the island lives

Guest houses and small hotels run by island families, a short walk from the beach. Send your dates to the host and agree the price directly, with no booking fees.

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Places to stay

Matching stays

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Cozy Art Dhangethi Guest house Recommended

Cozy Art Dhangethi

Dhangethi, South Ari

Cozy Art Dhangethi is a charming boutique hotel located on the beautiful island of Dhangethi in South Ari Ato…

12 rooms Send request
Cozy Nest Fuvahmulah Guest house Recommended Verified host

Cozy Nest Fuvahmulah

Fuvahmulah, Fuvahmulah

Cozy Nest is a welcoming boutique hotel located in the heart of Fuvahmulah, Maldives. Offering comfortable ac…

18 rooms Send request
Why a guest house

What staying on a local island is like

Hosted by a family

Your host knows the boat crews, the best snorkel spots and who cooks the best fish on the island.

Fair prices

Rooms cost a fraction of a resort, and you pay the host directly with no booking fees on top.

Beach and reef close by

Most guest houses are a short walk from the beach, and many islands have a bikini beach for visitors.

Real island life

Mosques, schools, cafés and harbours. Dress modestly in the village, and enjoy being a guest.

Before you book

Good questions to ask your host

  • Transfer: can they arrange the boat from your flight, and what does it cost?
  • Meals: is breakfast included, and can they cook dinner?
  • Beach: how far is the bikini beach from the guest house?
  • Trips: which excursions do they run, and on which days?
  • Payment: cash or card, and in US dollars or rufiyaa?

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