Dhimyaath Stay
A city base in Malé, close to the bridge and the waterfront
A city stay in Malé
Dhimyaath Stay is a guest house in Malé, the capital island of the Maldives, connected to Velana International Airport by taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge — a straightforward transfer of 4 km. It holds a Google rating of 3.1/5 from 177 reviews. The property sits within walking distance of several restaurants and a café. Rooms range from a single with a balcony up to a 20 m² family room that sleeps three. As with all accommodation in Malé, this is an alcohol-free environment.
Who this stay suits
A functional city guest house in central Malé with a range of room types, at mid-range prices, and mixed guest feedback across most categories.
Best for
- Travellers on a Malé stopover
- Solo travellers (single room option)
- Small families needing three beds
- Those who prioritise airport accessibility
Less suited to
- Guests expecting consistent service standards
- Those prioritising room comfort above all
- Travellers wanting beach or reef access
Location and city access
The guest house sits 4 km from Velana International Airport via the Sinamalé Bridge, making it a practical landing-night choice. Sea House Brasserie is 80 metres away, and several cafés and restaurants are within a short walk along the waterfront.
Room types and configurations
Five room categories cover solo travellers through to groups of three. The Family Room with Balcony runs to 20 m², with two single beds and a sofa bed. The Superior Double or Twin Room with City View is 16 m² and includes a balcony with an outlook over Malé.
Balcony and city views
Four of the five room types include a balcony. The Superior category specifically has a city view, giving a useful vantage point over the dense urban streetscape of Malé without requiring guests to go out.
Rooms & suites
Double Room
sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Superior Double or Twin Room with City View
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Family Room with Balcony
20 m² · sleeps 3 · 2 single beds / 1 sofa bed
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Single Room with Balcony
sleeps 1 · 1 single bed
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Inside Dhimyaath Stay
Amenities at Dhimyaath Stay
Most popular facilities
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Shower
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Getting there
Dhimyaath Stay is 4 km from Velana International Airport, reached by taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge. No boat or seaplane transfer is needed. The bridge connection makes it one of the more straightforward airport-to-accommodation journeys in the Maldives, and guests highlight airport access as a location strength.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
Things to do nearby
- Tsunami Monument historic site 0.21 km
Where to eat
- Sea House Brasserie restaurant 0.08 km
- Coffee State cafe 0.24 km
- Beirut Lounge bar 0.33 km
- Le Traffic restaurant 0.36 km
- Squid Cafe’ and Restaurant restaurant 0.37 km
- Marrybrown fast food 0.49 km
Out of 177 Google reviews, the property scores 3.1/5. Review themes show mixed results: location comes out best proportionally, with 5 of 8 mentions positive. Service (14 of 34 positive) and cleanliness (10 of 29) are more contested. Room and bathroom feedback lean negative, and sleep quality drew zero positive mentions across 11 reviews.
- Things to do4.5
- Restaurants3.5
- Airport access4.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to Dhimyaath Stay?
The transfer is by airport taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge. The guest house is 4 km from the airport. No seaplane or domestic flight is involved — it is a standard road taxi journey.
How many people can each room accommodate?
The Single Room with Balcony sleeps one. The Double Room and Deluxe and Superior rooms each sleep two. The Family Room with Balcony sleeps up to three, using two single beds and a sofa bed.
Is there a room suitable for a small family?
Yes. The Family Room with Balcony is 20 m² and sleeps three guests using two single beds and a sofa bed. It has a balcony, air conditioning, and a private bathroom. It starts from USD 447 per night.
What is the price range across room types?
Rates start at USD 173 per night for the Double Room and go up to USD 447 per night for the Family Room with Balcony. The listing shows a from price of USD 84, which may reflect promotional or off-peak rates.
Is alcohol available at Dhimyaath Stay or nearby?
Malé is an alcohol-free island, so no alcohol is served at the guest house. Beirut Lounge, listed nearby at 330 metres, is a bar — visitors should confirm its current policy directly, as island rules apply broadly.
What restaurants are within walking distance?
Sea House Brasserie is 80 metres away. Coffee State café is 240 metres, Le Traffic restaurant 360 metres, Squid Café and Restaurant 370 metres, and Mazada Café 550 metres. Several options are reachable on foot.
Can I snorkel or dive from the guest house?
Malé is an urban island with no house reef. Snorkelling and diving trips are available through local excursion operators in Malé — these are boat-based day trips, not on-site facilities.
Do all rooms have a balcony?
Four of the five room types include a balcony: the Single Room with Balcony, Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony, Superior Double or Twin Room with City View, and Family Room with Balcony. The standard Double Room does not list one.
Is free WiFi available in the rooms?
Yes. Free WiFi is listed as a facility in all five room types at Dhimyaath Stay.
What is the Google rating for Dhimyaath Stay?
The guest house holds a Google rating of 3.1/5 based on 177 reviews. Guests single out location and airport access as positives, while room quality and sleep experience receive more critical feedback.
Is there anything of interest to visit near the property?
The Tsunami Monument, a historic site commemorating the 2004 disaster, is 210 metres from the guest house. It is one of Malé's more visited landmarks and is walkable from the property.
How do I book a stay at Dhimyaath Stay?
Dhimyaath Stay is bookable through major travel booking platforms. Check availability directly or through an online travel agent for current rates across the five room types.