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Hulhumale
Hulhumale is an artificial island formed by land reclamation. The island is adjacent to Velana International Airport and is connected to the airport island by road; it can also be reached from Malé via a cross-sea bridge, making it an urban island with convenient transportation in the Maldives. Construction of the island began in the late 1990s to alleviate population pressure in the capital, Malé, and it has now developed into a planned new city with residential, commercial, and public facilities. The island's coastal area is a popular spot for tourists, where artificial beaches, shallow waters, and near-shore coral reefs create a leisure space. Some areas are suitable for swimming and snorkeling, where you can observe marine life such as tropical fish and stingrays; there are also water sports facilities along the coast, where you can experience activities like kayaking, jet skiing, and kitesurfing. Beyond the beaches, the island also showcases an urban life that differs from traditional resort islands. Planned neighborhoods, green spaces, parks, restaurants, cafes, and accommodation facilities are distributed throughout, offering both everyday scenes of local life and leisure spaces for tourists. Visitors can stroll through the neighborhoods, experience local dining, or enjoy the sunset in the coastal area. Because it is close to the airport, many tourists use this place as a stopover before or after arriving in or departing from the Maldives.Hulhumale · 2.6km from Hulhule
Bandos
Bandos is a long-established resort island. It can be reached by a speedboat ride of approx. 10+ minutes from Velana International Airport in Malé. The island is close to the airport, eliminating the need for seaplanes or domestic flights, making it suitable for travelers who want to start their island vacation quickly. It has been welcoming guests since the 1970s and is known as the Island of Hospitality. The island is surrounded by white sandy beaches, shallow seas, and coral reefs. You can go snorkeling in the near-shore areas, where you have the chance to observe marine life such as tropical fish. The island's dive center has been operating for many years and can take guests to nearby dive sites to explore the underwater world. The island has lush vegetation and diverse accommodation options, ranging from villas in garden settings to overwater villas facing the sea, with some room types featuring private pools. In terms of leisure activities, the island has a water sports center where you can experience activities such as sailing, windsurfing, water skiing, jet skiing, and kayaking. You can also participate in boat excursions like night fishing, sunset cruises, and dolphin watching. Land-based facilities are equally well-developed, featuring a gym and sports courts for tennis, badminton, squash, and table tennis. The kids' club also provides game and activity spaces for family travelers.Bandos · 9.8km from Hulhule
En'boodhoofinolhu
En'boodhoofinolhu is a private resort island under the Taj Hotel brand from India. The island is located near Malé Velana International Airport and can be reached by speedboat in approx. 15–20 minutes, making transportation quite convenient. The island features lush vegetation and is surrounded by a clear lagoon, with villas distributed along the beach and water, creating a tranquil island vacation atmosphere. Accommodations on the island primarily consist of beach villas and overwater villas, with some room types featuring private pools and lagoon views. Overwater villas extend along jetties over the sea, allowing you to access the shallow water right outside your door; different room types also offer suite options suitable for multiple guests. In terms of dining, the island features dining spaces such as 24 Degrees, Mediterraneo, and Equator Bar, offering cuisines with Asian, Mediterranean, and other flavors, as well as casual drinks. The surrounding waters are suitable for snorkeling, diving, and water activities, allowing guests to explore the marine life in the lagoon. The island also features wellness facilities based on traditional Indian concepts and offers a variety of leisure experiences. In the evening, guests can arrange dining on the beach or by the sea to enjoy the Indian Ocean scenery and a relaxing vacation time.Emboodhu Finolhu · 9.7km from Hulhule
Hukuru Miskiy
Hukuru Miskiy, also known as the Old Friday Mosque, is a historic religious building in the area. The existing structure was built starting in 1656 and completed in 1658, on a site where a mosque had previously been established in 1153. The entire building is constructed from coral stone sourced from the ocean, showcasing traditional Maldivian coral stone masonry. The mosque's coral stone walls are made of processed stones fitted together, with intricate carvings preserved on the exterior walls, columns, and interior decorations. The interior of the building preserves traditional wood carvings, lacquerware decorations, and carved panels, showcasing the skills of local craftsmen. The blue and white minaret next to the mosque is also built of coral stone, forming an ancient architectural complex together with the surrounding cemetery. The cemetery surrounding the mosque is also of high viewing value, with the shapes and decorations on the coral stone tombstones reflecting traditional Maldivian burial culture. Today, it remains a place of worship for local residents. When visiting, please be mindful of religious etiquette; you should remove your shoes before entering the prayer hall and wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.Hulhumale · 3.6km from Hulhule
Himmafushi
Himmafushi is a community island where local residents have lived for a long time. It can be reached in about 20 minutes by speedboat from Malé. Unlike resort islands that operate on a one island, one resort basis, it retains its everyday community scenery. The island features mosques, schools, sports fields, and residential homes, while traditional industries like fishing and boat repair continue to this day, showcasing a more authentic side of life in the Maldives. The island has a bikini beach for tourists, where visitors can swim, sunbathe, and enjoy the sea view in designated areas. The surrounding waters have multiple surf spots, such as Jailbreaks and Sultans, which attract many surfing enthusiasts. During the appropriate season, you can experience local marine sports. Tourists can also participate in activities such as snorkeling, fishing, and dolphin watching to experience the marine environment of the North Male Atoll. The island is small, and you can explore the main areas on foot or by bicycle. The island has homestays and small shops, allowing tourists to slowly experience the community atmosphere and understand the local residents' pace of life during their stay.Himmafushi · 14.1km from Hulhule
Furanafushi
Furanafushi is a resort island operated by Sheraton. It can be reached by a speedboat ride of approx. 15 minutes from Velana International Airport in Malé, offering relatively convenient transportation. The island is surrounded by coral reefs and clear lagoons, with coconut groves, white sandy beaches, and seawater complementing each other to form a typical tropical island view. The island offers a variety of accommodation options, including beach cottages hidden in tropical vegetation and overwater villas built over the lagoon, with some room types featuring private pools. Thanks to the surrounding coral reef environment, you can go snorkeling in the near-shore areas; the surrounding waters are also suitable for water experiences such as diving, kayaking, sailing, windsurfing, and jet skiing, and you can also participate in boat excursions like sunset cruises and dolphin watching. The island's leisure facilities are well-developed, featuring restaurants, bars, outdoor pools, fitness facilities, and a kids' club, making it suitable for family trips and vacations for couples. The island's wellness facilities are located on a separate islet, where treatment spaces in the garden and yoga areas provide a relaxing experience for guests. In the evening, enjoying the sunset by the sea or having a drink accompanied by music is also a common way to relax on the island.Furanafushi · 7km from Hulhule
Velassaru
Velassaru (Velassaru Maldives) is located in the South Malé Atoll. It is a 5-star island just 11 km from Velana International Airport, and it takes about 35 minutes to reach the island by speedboat. This island was one of the filming locations for the movie "The Blue Lagoon" and is filled with a romantic and fairytale atmosphere. The dreamy scenes from the movie attract a constant stream of tourists year-round to witness the island's beauty. The island is small, and it only takes 20 minutes to walk around it. The seawater here features distinct layers, ranging from deep blue to light blue and light green. On the horizon where the blue sky and sunlight meet, the turquoise lagoon feels like a paradise on earth, offering a heavenly sense of purity. The island offers free Wi-Fi, and the beach is excellent. The distinct white, green, and blue colors surrounding the entire island are beautiful and truly captivating.Velassaru · 12.7km from Hulhule
SAii Lagoon
Sai Lagoon Island is located in the South Male Atoll, in the Emboodhoo Lagoon, a comprehensive leisure resort in Maldives. From Male Airport, you can reach the island by taking a 15-minute speedboat. Newly opened in 2019, the hotel is equipped with bright interiors, spacious open-air spaces, and emphasizes personalized comfort and professional services to create a comfortable journey for you.Eh'mafushi · 10.2km from Hulhule
Lankanfinolhu
Paradise Island Resort & Spa is located in the North Male Atoll, about 9.6 kilometers away from Male, and it takes 20 minutes to get to the island by speedboat. The island has lush trees, colorful flowers, white sandy beaches, and beautiful tropical ocean scenery. The island is very large and is very suitable for tourists who come to the island for the first time. There are many Chinese people on Paradise Island, and Chinese services are provided. Here, there is no language barrier at all. In addition, it is a dream and love for diving enthusiasts and sea anglers.Lankanfinolhu · 11.2km from Hulhule
Akasdhoo
Akasdhoo is located in the South Malé Atoll, within the Emboodhoo Lagoon, a comprehensive leisure resort destination in the Maldives. From Velana International Airport, it is a 15-minute speedboat ride to the island. Opened in 2019, this unique blend of rock 'n' roll and island life lets you enjoy the magical experience of music on the blue Indian Ocean. The island features a kids' club, making it an ideal choice for family vacations.Akasdhoo · 9.6km from Hulhule
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Hulhumale
Hulhumale · 2.6km from HulhuleBandos
Bandos · 9.8km from HulhuleEn'boodhoofinolhu
Emboodhu Finolhu · 9.7km from HulhuleHukuru Miskiy
Hulhumale · 3.6km from HulhuleHimmafushi
Himmafushi · 14.1km from HulhuleFuranafushi
Furanafushi · 7km from HulhuleVelassaru
Velassaru · 12.7km from HulhuleSAii Lagoon
Eh'mafushi · 10.2km from HulhuleLankanfinolhu
Lankanfinolhu · 11.2km from HulhuleAkasdhoo
Akasdhoo · 9.6km from Hulhule
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What travellers say about Hulhule
Dr BP8 May 2023
4.0
For most people this will be their first or last stop in The Maldives, as it is the island on which the airport is located.It is newly reclaimed land and being designed as a kind of "back-up" capital city in case neighboring Male succumbs to rising sea levels. As such, it is a bit of construction site as new hotels, apartments etc are going up all over the place.An okay beach for a quick dip, but gets a bit of floating trash.In any case, it is okay stopover for a night after arriving or before leaving the country.
Hulhumale
Lavender and Sun3 January 2021
5.0
In fact, this is the lowest price in the off-season, and it is often impossible to book a room at this price. Although the hotel room rate is not cheap, the source of customers is still enthusiastic, "I am not afraid of high prices, I am only afraid of poor quality", staying here for a night is really a good experience!
Bandos
微笑大仙1 May 2022
5.0
Beautiful scenery, fresh air, convenient transportation, a good place to travel
En'boodhoofinolhu
乌拉科娃4 January 2023
4.0
The scenery is pleasant, the fun is endless, and the cost-effectiveness is high.
Himmafushi
KR Maka1 February 2023
5.0
Sheraton Maldives is conveniently accessible by plane to Bale Airport and a speedboat picks you up from the hotel. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will receive a welcome drink, check in, and then head straight to your accommodation. We chose a beachfront villa with chairs and a private beach.
Furanafushi
Mary Wilson Anderson22 February 2023
5.0
PARADISE! AMAZING PLACE TO BE! there is no else in the world like Maldives, if you have chance, please go! Beaches with white water and the water is so clean, you can find sharks and all kind of fishes and sea species. really beautiful !! 🐚🐚🐚🐚
Velassaru
Sahil Nagpal24 June 2023
5.0
It was a mesmerizing experience with Paradise Island Resort & Spa during my stay in December 2021.Beach villa and water villa rooms were awesome.Hotel staff was really good, offered us good discount on scuba diving, snorkeling and other activities. Breakfast and dinner buffet had various varieties from vegetarian and non vegetarian dishes to international cuisine along with mouth watering desserts. Also the island had fire shows, dangerous stunts performed by expert people, Disco night and lot more. During the day time paradise island had aqua yoga for everyone. Overall it was an amazing and fantastic stay with Paradise island🤩❤️. Thank you for hotel management staff for their hospitality and support. I have already recommended to family and friends to stay only at Paradise island resort and spa.
Lankanfinolhu
FinaLy15 May 2023
5.0
Pleasant stay at Hard rock Maldives during off peak season. So we had lots of space at the beaches, pool, restaurants, activities areas, bungee rides etc. Staff are friendly and helpful.
Akasdhoo
