The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 650 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the west side of Malé, 400 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.4 from 1,311 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Where to stay on Malé
36 places to stay, listed by how many people have reviewed them. Ratings appear only where at least 15 people have left one — below that a score says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse.
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Photo · JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La / Google JEN Maldives Malé by Shangri-La
★ 4.4 · 1,311 reviewsCheck availability →Photo · Afnas MP / Google Hotel Flora Male
★ 4.7 · 615 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 500 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the south-west side of Malé, 350 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.7 from 615 reviews, which puts it in the upper group on Malé. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Faheem G / Google The Park House
★ 3.8 · 263 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 800 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 600 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.8 from 263 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Summer Beach Maldives / Google Summer Beach Maldives
★ 4.3 · 222 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 60 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the south side of Malé, 400 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.3 from 222 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Dr Mahesh K Verma / Google Off Day Inn
★ 2.8 · 219 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 100 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the south side of Malé, 350 m from the centre of the island. It rates 2.8 from 219 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Hasan Niyaz / Google Hotel Octave Maldives
★ 3.8 · 208 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1200 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1100 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.8 from 208 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Valeria Demontis / Google Marukab Plaza
★ 4.1 · 168 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 350 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It is right in the middle of the island, so everything is a short walk. It rates 4.1 from 168 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Nap Corner / Google Nap Corner
★ 3.9 · 163 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1600 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1550 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.9 from 163 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Manhattan Business Hotel / Google Manhattan Business Hotel
★ 4.2 · 157 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1100 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 1200 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.2 from 157 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Tan Teck Bee / Google LemonRock Comfort
★ 4.8 · 138 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1450 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1300 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. Among the guesthouses we list here it currently carries the highest score, 4.8 from 138 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · The Grand View / Google The Grand View
★ 4.1 · 117 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 200 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the south side of Malé, 350 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.1 from 117 reviews — a larger sample than most places here, which makes the number more meaningful than a high score from a handful of guests. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · TOUR INN / Google TOUR INN
★ 4.7 · 105 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 500 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 450 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.7 from 105 reviews, which puts it in the upper group on Malé. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Kento Fukuta / Google ZAN LODGE
★ 3.9 · 61 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 550 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the west side of Malé, 200 m from the centre of the island. It rates 3.9 from 61 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Sorin Liviu / Google faTuur Inn - homestay
★ 3.5 · 54 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 800 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 850 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.5 from 54 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Dr.Basudeb Bhattacharyya / Google Beehive Central
★ 3.5 · 51 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1100 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 850 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.5 from 51 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Amina Residency / Google Amina Residency
★ 4.0 · 51 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 550 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the west side of Malé, 250 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.0 from 51 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Wind Stay / Google Wind Stay
★ 4.1 · 41 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 800 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 850 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.1 from 41 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · emma earp / Google Resting View ( M. Hair Care Plus )
★ 3.7 · 28 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1500 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1300 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.7 from 28 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Arrival View / Google Arrival View
★ 4.0 · 24 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 450 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the west side of Malé, 150 m from the centre of the island. It rates 4.0 from 24 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Raamizrizaan@gmail.com A.140802 / Google Daynight Guest House
★ 4.1 · 22 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1400 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1200 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.1 from 22 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Solace Inn / Google Solace Inn
★ 3.4 · 21 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 350 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It is right in the middle of the island, so everything is a short walk. It rates 3.4 from 21 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Mayweed / Google Mayweed
★ 3.4 · 20 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 650 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 800 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.4 from 20 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Serene Avenue Inn / Google Serene Avenue Inn
★ 4.8 · 20 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 450 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 600 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. Among the guesthouses we list here it currently carries the highest score, 4.8 from 20 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Moosa Rameez / Google Champa Moon Guest House
★ 3.5 · 19 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 750 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 600 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.5 from 19 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Manoj Kumar / Google Hithimaa Guest House
★ 4.5 · 19 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1400 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1350 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.5 from 19 reviews, which puts it in the upper group on Malé. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · City Inn / Google Male City Stay
★ 3.1 · 16 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1150 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 950 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 3.1 from 16 reviews. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Maafaru Guest House
★ 4.5 · 15 reviewsCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1200 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1050 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. It rates 4.5 from 15 reviews, which puts it in the upper group on Malé. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · MN GUEST HOUSE 1🛌 / Google MN GUEST HOUSE 1🛌
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1550 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1450 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 10 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Shamam Guest House
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 250 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It stands on the south side of Malé, 350 m from the centre of the island. With only 7 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Olga / Google Resting view ( G. Dhugethi, Saiboani Goalhi )
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 800 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 900 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 6 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Family Guest House / Google Family Guest House
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1500 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1400 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 5 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Bluebell Guest House / Google Bluebell Guest House
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 150 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south edge of the island, 500 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 4 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Furummaage Guesthouse / Google Furummaage Guesthouse
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 450 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the south-west edge of the island, 400 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 4 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Photo · Gulroogeaage guest house / Google Gulroogeaage guest house
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1450 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1350 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 4 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Forever guest house
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 800 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 700 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 2 reviews on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
Guest house
Too few reviews to rateCheck availability →The nearest stretch of beach we have on file, Artificial Beach, is about 1500 m away. We have not yet confirmed where Malé's designated bikini beach is. It lies towards the west edge of the island, 1400 m out from the centre — quieter, and further from the shops. With only 1 review on file, we do not show a score — below about fifteen it says more about who happened to post than about the guesthouse. We have not stayed here. Rooms, meals and the airport transfer are worth confirming directly before you book.
What to ask before you book
Airport transfer
Ask whether the guesthouse arranges it and what it costs. Arriving without one, at an hour no public ferry runs, is the expensive way to find out.
Distance to the beach
On a local island the bikini beach is a fixed spot, not outside every door. Five minutes and twenty minutes are a different holiday.
Meals and Ramadan
Whether breakfast is included, and — if you travel during Ramadan — whether the kitchen serves guests during the day.