Guraidhoo Palm Inn

Name: Guraidhoo Palm Inn
Address: Nisha Manzil, Roashanee Magu, Guraidhoo, 08080, MV
Price range: $$$

Nisha Manzil, Roashanee Magu

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Local Island Experience

Stay on a genuine Maldivian inhabited island, away from private resort crowds, and experience everyday island life.

House Reef & Snorkelling

Guraidhoo lies close to excellent house reefs and sandbanks; guided snorkelling and diving trips can be arranged daily.

Easy Access from Malé

Just a 45-minute speedboat ride from the airport, making it one of the easiest guesthouse islands to reach.

Popular Facilities

On-site restaurant

BBQ facilities

Special diet menus upon request

Outdoor dining area

Packed lunches for excursions

Snorkelling gear rental

Rooms

Location

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are welcome. Guests aged 18 and above are considered adults.

All children are welcome.

Cribs are generally not available for children over 1 year.

Extra beds are only available in the Family Room.

Others

Pets are not allowed.
For group bookings of more than 5 rooms, a separate agreement and a 50% non-refundable deposit are required.
Guests must be at least 18 years old to check in without a parent or guardian.
Accepted payment methods: Cash (USD / Maldivian Rufiyaa), Visa, Mastercard

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out

Check-in from:14:00

Check-out until:12:00

Getting around

Distance from Male:Approximately 33 km from Malé City

Travel time to airport:45–50 minutes by speedboat

Transfer method:Speedboat from Velana International Airport / Malé

The property

Number of rooms:12

Number of restaurants:1

Number of bars/lounges:0

Important Information

Extra Person Charges

Extra adult: USD 40 per night including breakfast. Extra child aged 6–12: USD 20 per night.

Check In Requirements

A valid passport and confirmed booking are required upon check-in. The Maldives tourist visa is issued on arrival free of charge for all nationalities.

Special Requests

Special dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice. Honeymoon decorations and surprise arrangements are available on request.

Payment Details

Full payment can be made in cash or by card at the guesthouse. A prepayment may be required for high-season bookings.

Accepted Payments

Cash (USD/MVR)
Visa
Mastercard

Cashless Transactions

Cards are accepted for contactless payments; however, cash is preferred for shorter stays.

Safety Features

Fire extinguishers
Emergency lighting
Smoke detectors
CCTV in shared areas
First-aid kit

Property Suitability For Children

Guraidhoo Palm Inn is family-friendly. Cribs are available for infants, and the nearby shallow lagoon is safe for children to wade during low tide.

Cultural Norms Note

Guraidhoo is a local island, so alcohol is not served on-site and modest dress is required outside the guesthouse. Please respect local customs, especially on Fridays.

Fees & Taxes

Mandatory Charges:

Maldives Green Tax: USD 6 per night (Adult), USD 0 for children under 12 (Child)

10% service charge and applicable government taxes are added to the final bill.

Transfer Fee: Shared speedboat transfer (return) - USD 70 per adult / USD 35 per child under 12

Frequently Asked Questions