Endheri Sunset Dhangethi
Endheri Sunset Dhangethi
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Direct Bikini Beach Access
Private designated bikini beach steps from your room for unrestricted sunbathing and swimming.
South Ari Marine Park
Prime location for year-round whale shark and manta ray encounters within 15 minutes by boat.
Halal-Certified Dining
Full-board restaurant serving international and Maldivian cuisine with zero alcohol policy.
Sunset View Terrace
Rooftop lounge offering panoramic Indian Ocean sunsets and stargazing opportunities nightly.
Prices for Endheri Sunset Dhangethi
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Halal-friendly features — Endheri Sunset Dhangethi
- ✓Halal food served · All meals prepared halal; no pork or alcohol on premises
- ✓Prayer facilities · Prayer mats in rooms; mosque within 2-minute walk
- ✓Private beach area · Designated bikini beach for guests ensures family privacy
- ✓Modest swimwear accepted · Burkinis and full-coverage swimwear welcomed on bikini beach
- ✓Bidet amenities · Hand-held bidet sprayers installed in all private bathrooms
Endheri Sunset Dhangethi
Endheri Sunset Dhangethi is a family-run beachfront guesthouse on the local island of Dhangethi in South Ari Atoll, renowned for its proximity to the South Ari Marine Protected Area — one of the world's few year-round whale shark aggregation sites. The property offers 24 rooms ranging from budget twins to spacious family suites, all with air-conditioning, private bathrooms featuring bidet sprays, and balconies or terraces.
Guests enjoy direct access to a designated bikini beach where modest and regular swimwear are both welcome, ensuring comfort for all cultures. The halal-certified restaurant serves three daily buffets with international, Indian, Chinese, Italian, and authentic Maldivian dishes, catering to vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free needs. The rooftop sunset terrace is the social heart, offering panoramic ocean views, a non-alcoholic bar, and nightly stargazing.
The hotel organizes daily guided snorkeling trips to whale shark and manta ray points, plus kayaking, fishing, sandbank visits, and cultural island walks. As a locally owned establishment, Endheri Sunset emphasizes authentic Maldivian hospitality, sustainable practices, and community engagement. Speedboat transfers from Male' operate on a fixed schedule included in most packages.
Location
Beach Road Endheri Sunset Dhangethi, 00060 Dhangethi, Maldives
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Important Notes
extra person charges
Third adult in room: USD 85 per night (Deluxe/Family only) including meals. Children 2-11: USD 45 per night. Under 2 free.
check in requirements
Passport copy required at check-in. Visa on arrival for 30 days free for all nationalities. Yellow fever certificate if arriving from endemic zone.
special requests
Dietary needs, room location, celebration setups, and excursion pre-booking should be communicated at least 7 days prior via email.
payment details
Balance due at check-in. Credit cards charged in USD. Cash payments accepted in USD, EUR, or MVR at prevailing rate.
accepted payments
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Cash (USD preferred)
- Bank Transfer (pre-arrival)
cashless transactions
Card payments processed via secure POS. 3.5% surcharge on Amex. No dynamic currency conversion — charged in USD.
safety features
- 24/7 security guard
- CCTV in public areas
- In-room safe
- Fire extinguishers & smoke detectors
- First aid kit at reception
- Life jackets on all boats
- Emergency evacuation plan posted
property suitability for children
Highly suitable. Shallow lagoon at bikini beach, kids' menu, high chairs, cots, family rooms, babysitting referral, and calm snorkeling spots. No kids' club but staff engage children informally.
cultural norms note
Dhangethi is inhabited local island. Bikini beach is only area for swimwear. Elsewhere, shoulders and knees covered. No alcohol on island. Mosque calls heard 5x daily. Respect prayer times and Ramadan fasting hours if visiting during holy month.
Services & Amenities
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Free parking
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rental
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Beach
- Water sport facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Entertainment staff
- SnorkellingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Karaoke
- Children's playground
- FishingAdditional charge
- Desk
- Coffee house on site
- FruitsAdditional charge
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Breakfast in the room
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Restaurant (1 on site)
- Endheri Restaurant — Open-air beachfront dining serving buffet breakfast, lunch, and dinner with live cooking stations. Halal certified. Special dietary menus available.
- Sunset BBQ Nights (Maldivian Seafood & Grill)
- Private Romantic Dinner (International Fusion)
- Sunset Terrace Bar (Non-alcoholic: fresh juices, mocktails, coffee, tea, soft drinks)
- Internet services
- Street parking
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Private check-in/check-out
- Luggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-outAdditional charge
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/photocopyingAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safety deposit box
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Mosquito net
- Wake-up service
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Packed lunches
- Soundproof rooms
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Ironing facilities
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Room service
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Fitness
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs