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Set in Maalhos in the Baa Atoll region and Bikini Beach reachable within a few steps, Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse offers accommodation with free WiFi, a children's playground, a private beach area and free private parking. This guest house provides air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and currency exchange for guests. This guest house also has a balcony that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The guest house offers bed linen, towels and ironing service. Guests can dine in the on-site family-friendly restaurant, which serves local cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and halal options. Guests at the guest house can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. You can play darts at Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse, and free use of bicycles is available. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the accommodation. Dharavandhoo Airport is 4 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for Maalhos
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jolanta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We have met our host in a restaurant on arrival. We were welcomed with a drink and host was very patient and answered all our questions. Accommodation had comfortable beds in spacious rooms in continental style. Kettle and fridge were available in...
  • Anastasiia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner of the hotel is very nice and welcoming! We felt like home The island is also nice, but unfortunately we arrived during the bad weather with a lots of rain, so not all activities were possible The room is nice and spacious with good...
  • Mike
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We had a wonderful stay at Martins accommodation on a beautiful island. The place was 100% authentic and cozy, with a close access to the sea. The host was the best, very friendly and helpful, and gave us many tips on what to do and see on the...
  • Klara
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    The host - Martin - is by far the best thing about this stay. He showed us around the island, organized all the tours, local flight tickets and answered any questions we had and helped with anything we needed. He will really do his absolute best...
  • Yeray
    Georgia Georgia
    Martin made us feel at home from the moment of arrival. Upon some hours we already felt part of the family. The guesthouse is strategically located close to the harbour and the island's best restaurant. The rooms are spacious and clean, the...
  • Karin
    Germany Germany
    The room was spacious and everything needed was there. Martin was a perfect host. Although we only met on my arrival day, Martin was always there to respond to my messages. He has amazing staff in the restaurant just opened who took really good...
  • Dominic
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We had a great stay at Dhooni Finolhu on Maalhos and would definitely recommend it. Martin is a very kind host and he will make sure that you have a very nice stay in his guesthouse. The room was clean and very spacious. We also liked the...
  • Ivan
    Czech Republic Czech Republic
    Cannot put anything but 10/10. Spent five amazing days with during honeymoon here, in Sep 2022. Top level communication, organization, trips (Hanifaru Bay, picnic on inhabited island), excursions etc. Clean rooms, showers with hot water, good wifi...
  • Lena
    Germany Germany
    The days in Maalhos exceeded my expectations. I have been to 5 different islands in the Maldives for 2 1/2 weeks and Maalhos was my favorite. This was due to several reasons. The main reason was my stay in the great guest house. I was there alone...
  • Marius
    Romania Romania
    We have been several times in Maalhos but this time everything was above expectations!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Abdul Matheen Solih

9.9
9.9
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Abdul Matheen Solih
Small family run guesthouse. 3 rooms, dining area, and terrace. Located in the UNESCO biosphere reserve Baa Maalhos is just 15 mins away from Hanifaru Bay. It had established itself as a sustainable island where guests can enjoy cultural local activities
On behalf of the entire team at the Dhooni finolhu Guest House, I extend you a very warm welcome and trust your stay with us will be both enjoyable and comfortable.
- Hanifarubay is 15 minutes from Maalhos. Mendhoo Picnic Island is 20 minutes from Maalhos. Angafaru sandbank is 10 minutes from Maalhos. Turtle Reef Snorkling is 10 minutes from Maalhos and Hibalhidhoo Picnic Island is 3 minutes from Maalhos
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Vaataru Cafe/ Lemonade Cafe
    • Cuisine
      Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan

Facilities of Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Private beach area
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Happy hour
  • Walking tours
  • Movie nights
  • Beach
  • Badminton equipment
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Wake-up service
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Room service
Wellness
  • Yoga classes
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
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Check-in
From 12:00 to 14:00
Check-out
From 12:00 to 14:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. That's about £15. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
US$20 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$20 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroDiscoverUnionPay debit cardUnionPay credit cardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

A damage deposit of US$20 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse

  • Room options at Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse include:

    • Twin/Double
  • Check-in at Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse is from 12:00, and check-out is until 14:00.

  • Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse is 350 yards from the centre of Maalhos. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse has 1 restaurant:

    • Vaataru Cafe/ Lemonade Cafe
  • Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Darts
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Yoga classes
    • Movie nights
    • Bicycle rental
    • Cooking class
    • Private beach area
    • Happy hour
    • Badminton equipment
    • Beach
  • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Dhooni Finolhu Guesthouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.