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Whaleshark Beach

Sabaath, 00070 Dhigurah, Maldives – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>156</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
a restaurant with tables and chairs and large windows at Whaleshark Beach in Dhigurah
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Whaleshark Beach

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Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated wonderful
Wonderful
156 reviews

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Featuring a garden, Whaleshark Beach offers accommodations in Dhigurah. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour front desk, and an elevator, along with free Wifi throughout the property. The accommodation features full-day security, luggage storage space, and currency exchange for guests. Featuring a terrace, the units offer air conditioning and have a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge and kettle are also available. At the guest house, every unit comes with bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities, and pancakes are available each morning at the guest house. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Sightseeing tours are available within easy reach. If you like to discover the area, cycling, hiking and walking tours are possible in the surroundings and Whaleshark Beach can arrange a bicycle rental service. Dhigurah North West Beach is a few steps from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Halal, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
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1 queen bed
2 king beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
10
High score for Dhigurah
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Puliyayil
    India India
    “The calm isolated, untouched beauty of the place. Snorkeling, fishing, beautiful beach. You could walk around anytime in the island.”
  • Othman
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    “The reception, farewell, hospitality, and elegant style of hospitality. The breakfast is excellent and the special dinner is wonderful. Thank you very much to all team for everything. I will definitely return to you in gratitude for your dealings”
  • Lara
    Germany Germany
    “definitely our favorite hotel in the Maldives, everything was just perfect from staff to rooms to service to food and activities. They even planned out an amazing birthday for me with activities they have never done before like a beach picnic on a...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 153 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Whale Shark Beach is nestled within the lush flora of Dhigurah, just a minute’s walk away from its luminiscent beach that stretches on for miles. Laze your days away in quiet contemplation on these shimmering sandy beaches or have awakening adventures in the world beneath the waves. Known for its copious marine wildlife, the lagoon of Dhigurah is home to turtles, manta rays and whale sharks throughout the year

Languages Spoken

German,English,Hindi

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Remora Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian

Amenities of Whaleshark Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Evening entertainment
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • ATM on site
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Currency exchange
    • Express check-in/out
    • 24-hour front desk
    Cleaning Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Ironing service
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business Facilities
    • Fax/Photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key card access
    • 24-hour security
    • Safe
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Grocery deliveries
      Additional charge
    • Convenience store on site
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Wake-up service
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Packed lunches
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Elevator
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Hair/Beauty salon
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    Accessibility
    • Lowered sink
    • Raised toilet
    • Wheelchair accessible
    Spa
    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Hindi

    House rules
    Whaleshark Beach takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 22:00
    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 06:00 to 12:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 3 years
    Crib upon request
    $15 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    Please inform Whaleshark Beach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

    FAQs about Whaleshark Beach

    • The nearest beach is 500 feet from Whaleshark Beach. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Whaleshark Beach include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • Whaleshark Beach has 1 restaurant:

      • Remora Restaurant

    • Whaleshark Beach is 0.6 miles from the center of Dhigurah. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Guests staying at Whaleshark Beach can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Halal
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet

    • The prices at Whaleshark Beach may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Check-in at Whaleshark Beach is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • Yes, Whaleshark Beach is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Whaleshark Beach offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Snorkeling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Windsurfing
      • Evening entertainment
      • Tour or class about local culture
      • Bicycle rental
      • Bike tours
      • Live sports events (broadcast)
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Live music/Performance
      • Themed dinners
      • Beach
      • Walking tours