Island Snapshot
Comprehensive Score
9.7/ 10
Combined score from reef, beach, family, photo, and honeymoon dimensions.
Opened / Renovated
Opened in 2014
Transfer Time
TBD
Distance to Male
101KM
Reef
5.0
Lagoon
4.0
Beach
5.0
Family
4.0
Photography
5.0
Honeymoon
5.0
Star Rating
5 Stars
Price From
$493
Booking
9.8 (26)
Agoda
9.5 (267)
4.8 (131)
Tripadvisor
4.9 (1671)
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Estimation Base
Reference price only, subject to date and room type.
Transfer Fee:Adult $695 / Child $350
Green Tax:$6 pp/night
Child Policy
- Age 0-1:Free
- Age 2-11:$63/night
- Age 12+:Adult price
Price Estimator
Est. Total (Inc. Tax/Service/Transfer)
$4,327 - $5,288
Room $3,944 · Transfer $193
Services & Facilities
Quick checklist of resort services and facilities.
Facility Services
Resort Intro
Maliyaa Island is located in the Ari Atoll, approximately 101 kilometers from Malé, accessible by a 30-minute seaplane ride. One of the smaller islands in the Maldives, it stretches about 350 meters in length and features 30 guest rooms. Despite its compact size, the island offers three dining venues and two bars, with ample staff ensuring high service responsiveness. During low-traffic periods, the overall atmosphere remains quiet and peaceful—ideal for travelers seeking tranquility. In terms of infrastructure, the island boasts excellent snorkeling conditions and fine sandy beaches, placing its facilities among the upper tier of comparable Maldivian islands. Limited by its small land area, the island does not feature a public pool or water villa pools; however, this is compensated by abundant and exceptional marine activities.
Island Advantages - Compact size results in low visitor density and a serene environment - Outstanding snorkeling opportunities and soft, fine sand beaches - Solid infrastructure and reliable facilities - Despite its small scale, it includes three restaurants and two bars, offering diverse dining options - Highly regarded among Western travelers, frequently chosen as a honeymoon or diving destination
Island Disadvantages - Limited space prevents the inclusion of a public swimming pool - Few tourism offerings tailored to mainland China visitors, with minimal Chinese language support available - However, overall service quality remains consistently high
Dining
Dhonveli
Dhonveli
The restaurant is located in a traditional Dhonveli setting, featuring a sandy floor and a spacious deck offering panoramic ocean views. It serves buffet meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, showcasing mainstream international dishes along with fresh seafood from the Indian Ocean. Weekly themed buffet dinners are updated regularly, with a special focus on Maldivian cuisine every Friday.
Muraka
Muraka
The restaurant, located near the Mirihi Coral Reef, offers cocktail service daily during sunset. The dining area faces the water, providing scenic views of the natural surroundings. Muraka's menu features modern-flavor dishes, including wagyu beef and Maldivian lobster, paired with wines and champagne. A lobster-themed dining event is held weekly, showcasing local specialty ingredients.
ANBA
ANBA
Anbar Bar, located in the Maldives, offers a diverse selection of rums from various global origins, including its own Caribbean-style rum brand, 'Muraka'. The bar features live music performances and regular special events, and welcomes after-dinner cocktails. Easily accessible on foot, it operates during evening hours. Rated 4.5 out of 5, the venue includes a bar counter, seating areas, and a sound system.
RUHGANDU
RUHGANDU
Ruhgandu is a wine bar offering over 300 wines from both the New World and Old World, including champagnes. Its staff are professionally trained and can help customers explore their personal preferences while recommending rare bottles from around the globe. The venue accommodates private dining for up to six guests, hosts regular wine tastings, and offers curated samplings of select wines spanning various types—from white to red.
Room Types




Water Villa
Water Villa
Count
30
Area
53 sqm
Capacity
3 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Children
Private Pool
No
The water villas are built on stilts above turquoise lagoons, offering direct access to coral reef areas. There are 30 villas, each measuring 53 square meters, ideal for snorkeling enthusiasts. Designed with comfort in mind, the villas feature views of either sunrise or sunset, private sun decks overlooking the Indian Ocean, and a spacious layout. All rooms are furnished with designer pieces to a uniform standard, including polished wooden floors, extra-large beds or twin single beds, and bathrooms connected via glass doors facing the Indian Ocean. Amenities include a Bose sound system with Bluetooth support, free high-speed Wi-Fi, a Nespresso coffee machine, a private safe, and a villa bar stocked with an ample selection of beverages. For safety reasons, children under the age of 8 are not permitted to stay in the water villas.




Water Suite
Water Suite
Count
2
Area
160 sqm
Capacity
6 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
No
The 160㎡ two-bedroom water villa is situated above the coral reef's core area, with direct access to the shallow waters via a staircase from the sun deck. The villa features two bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms connected by an open-plan living area offering expansive ocean views. The sun deck faces east, providing ideal views of Maldivian sunrises. For safety reasons, children must be at least 8 years old to check in.




Beach Suite
Beach Suite
Count
39
Area
180 sqm
Capacity
6 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
No
This 2-bedroom beach suite spans 180㎡, ideal for families or groups traveling together. Located in the seaside area, the ground-floor unit features a spacious terrace that leads directly to the lagoon, offering panoramic views of the ocean and sunsets. The suite includes two bedrooms with outdoor bathrooms, two generous living rooms with dedicated workspaces, and a compact kitchenette with cooking amenities and a dining area.




Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Count
6
Area
53 sqm
Capacity
3 Adults or 2 Adults, 1 Children
Private Pool
No
Six beachfront villas, each measuring 53 square meters, are located on the western side of the island, adjacent to a sunset-view area and offering direct access to Powder Sand Beach. Surrounded by tropical vegetation and palm trees, these villas provide privacy and expansive ocean views. Inside, guests will find high-end furnishings, polished wooden floors, a choice of extra-large or twin beds, a semi-outdoor bathroom, a Bose sound system with Bluetooth connectivity, free high-speed Wi-Fi, a Nespresso coffee machine, a private safe, and a villa bar stocked with an ample selection of beverages.
