Avi Guesthouse

Name: Avi Guesthouse
Address: Sallige, AA.Thoddoo, Thoddoo, 09010, mv
Price range: $$$

Sallige, AA.Thoddoo

Travellers' Choice 2024

Exceptional

187 reviews

9.7

Travellers' Choice 2024

Authentic Local Island

Stay on the quiet inhabited island of Thoddoo, surrounded by farms, lagoons and some of the Maldives' friendliest local culture.

Family-Run Hospitality

A warm family-run guesthouse offering personalised care, home-cooked meals and guided tours run by the Avi team.

Diving & Snorkelling

Superb access to house reef, manta rays, turtles and shark points; trips arranged daily.

Affordable All-Inclusive Value

For guests wanting convenience, packages with speedboat, meals and excursions offer genuine value.

Near Thoddoo Bikini Beach

Just a short stroll or bicycle ride to the island's crystal-clear bikini beach and sunset jetty.

Popular Facilities

Non-smoking rooms

Air conditioning

Common lounge/TV area

Sun terrace

Garden

Bicycle rental

Rooms

Location

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome. Children aged 12 years and above are considered adults for occupancy purposes.

All children are welcome.

Cots and extra beds must be requested at least 72 hours before arrival.

Maximum one extra bed per room.

Others

Pets are not allowed.
Group rates available for 5+ rooms. Direct booking recommended for large groups.
No minimum age for check-in, but guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Accepted payment methods: VISA, Mastercard, Cash (USD/MVR)

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out

Check-in from:14:00

Check-out until:12:00

Getting around

Distance from Male:Approx. 72 km northwest of Malé

Travel time to airport:Speedboat 60–90 minutes; domestic flight + short transfer approx. 40 minutes

Transfer method:Shared/private speedboat or domestic flight to Thoddoo Airport

The property

Number of rooms:10

Number of restaurants:1

Number of bars/lounges:0

Important Information

Extra Person Charges

Extra person charges may apply for children and adults above the stated maximum occupancy.

Check In Requirements

A valid passport and booking confirmation are required at check-in. Flight and transfer details should be provided at least 72 hours before arrival.

Special Requests

Dietary needs, room preferences, transfers and excursions can be requested when booking.

Payment Details

Payment is accepted at the property in cash or by card. An official invoice will be issued.

Accepted Payments

VISA
Mastercard
USD cash
Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)

Cashless Transactions

Cards accepted on site and contactless payments are available. A small surcharge may apply for card payments.

Safety Features

Fire extinguishers
First aid kit
Life jackets for excursions
Common-area CCTV
Safety deposit box

Property Suitability For Children

Children of all ages are welcome. Family rooms are available and the local island is quiet and low-key, but close supervision is required near the beach and harbour.

Cultural Norms Note

Thoddoo is a local inhabited island where alcohol is not served. Please respect local customs by wearing modest clothing away from the bikini beach.

Fees & Taxes

Mandatory Charges:

Maldives Green Tax: USD 6.00 per person per night (Adult), USD 6.00 per person per night; children under 2 years exempt (Child)
Tourism Goods and Services Tax (TGST): 17% of room rate, usually included in quoted price (Adult), 17% of applicable room rate (Child)

TGST of 17% is generally included in the rate shown by online travel agents. The Maldives Green Tax may be collected separately at check-in.

Transfer Fee: Malé–Thoddoo speedboat transfer - Shared speedboat USD 60 per adult one-way; private speedboat from USD 300 per boat one-way

Frequently Asked Questions