Velana Beach Hotel: Your Maafushi Island Escape
Experience beachfront bliss at Velana Beach Hotel Maldives, Maafushi. Your gateway to island adventures and relaxation in the South Male Atoll.
Velana Beach Hotel Maldives offers a tranquil beachfront retreat on Maafushi Island, with comfortable accommodations and easy access to the island's attractions and water activities. Enjoy stunning sea views, a private beach area, and warm Maldivian hospitality.
A brief summary to Velana Beach Hotel Maldives
- Miskiy Magu Road, Maafushi, 08090, MV
- +960933-5555
- Visit website
Local tips
- Take advantage of the hotel's tour services to explore nearby reefs, sandbanks, and local islands.
- Enjoy the sunset from the rooftop terrace for stunning panoramic views of the island and ocean.
- Bikini Beach, a short walk from the hotel, is the designated tourist beach where modest swimwear rules don't apply.
- Try local Maldivian cuisine at the hotel's restaurant or explore other dining options on the island.
- Book a room with a sea view for an enhanced experience and breathtaking vistas.
Getting There
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Walking
Velana Beach Hotel is located on Maafushi Island, which is small enough to navigate on foot. From the Maafushi jetty, where you'll arrive by ferry or speedboat, the hotel is a short walk away. Head east from the jetty along the main road (Miskiy Magu Road). The hotel is located on the beachfront, easily accessible from the road. The walk is generally flat and takes approximately 5-10 minutes. There are no specific costs associated with walking.
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Public Transport
The primary mode of public transport to reach Maafushi Island is via ferry from Male. From Velana International Airport (MLE) on Hulhulé Island, take the airport ferry to Malé. Ferries run every 15-30 minutes and cost approximately 15 MVR (Maldivian Rufiyaa), which is around $1 USD. From Malé, take the public ferry to Maafushi from the Vilingili Ferry Terminal. The ferry costs around 22 MVR (approximately $2 USD) and takes about 90 minutes. Note that public ferries do not operate on Fridays. Alternatively, you can take a speedboat from Male to Maafushi, which costs around $25-$40 USD per person and takes approximately 45 minutes. Speedboats can be booked online or through your guesthouse/hotel.
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