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Family-run guesthouses and small hotels, most a few minutes’ walk from the beach.

33 places to stay, A to Z

GuesthouseVillage centre

Alsha Inn Dhiffushi

A small budget guesthouse a short walk from the centre.

From US$55 / night
GuesthouseSunrise side

Ameera Maldives

A much-loved family-run guesthouse less than a minute from the sunrise beach.

From US$55 / night
Hotel

Araamu Hotels Maldives (Araamu Holidays & Spa)

A relaxed 4-star hotel with a spa, kids' play hall and rooftop cafe – its name means 'restful' in Dhivehi. Well set up for families and honeymooners alike.

From US$60 / night
Hotel

Arena Beach Hotel

A beach hotel linked with the Aanu/Arena restaurant & bar scene; status should be confirmed as sources overlap with Stone Hotels' Aanu restaurant.

Guesthouse

Athiri Residence Dhiffushi

A modern, roomy beachfront guesthouse with a refined-but-relaxed feel. Breakfast and a friendly evening social are part of the stay.

From US$58 / night
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Bibee Maldives

A boutique-style guesthouse just 30 m from Bebee beach.

GuesthouseVillage centre

Club Kaafu Maldives

A small beach-access guesthouse a few minutes from the village centre.

From US$80 / night
Guesthouse

Comfy Cool Breeze by eMzaz

A small, top-rated beachfront guesthouse with free bikes and a garden lounge. Excellent value for independent travellers.

From US$50 / night
Hotel

Crown Beach Hotel Maldives

A spa hotel with its own private beach section, coffee shop and lounge overlooking the sea.

GuesthouseSunset side

Dhiffushi Inn

A friendly, family-run inn on the sunset side with its own beach bar and water-sports hut. Around 30 rooms with balconies and flexible meal plans.

From US$75 / night
Villa

Dhiffushi Island Villa

A self-contained villa-style stay with Wi-Fi near the beach.

Hotel

Dhiffushi Tourist Hotel

A 3-star beachfront hotel with a garden, free bicycles and its own beach area.

From US$60 / night
Hotel

Dhiffushi White Sand Beach Hotel

One of the island's earlier beachfront hotels (built around 2015), right on the white sand.

From US$55 / night
Villa

Endorphins Beach Villa

A beach villa listed by the island's own tourism portal.

HotelNorth beach

Heron Beach Hotel & Spa

A 14-room adults-oriented beach hotel looking across the lagoon toward Meeru. Sea views, a bar and a garden make it an easy-going couples' pick.

From US$75 / night
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Holiday Crib

A beachfront guesthouse with a garden lounge and private beach corner.

From US$90 / night
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Holiday Home Dhiffushi

A friendly guesthouse with free bikes, a small bar area and courtyard.

From US$95 / night
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Infinity Dhiffushi

A small, newer guesthouse near Bebee beach with very strong (if few) guest reviews.

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Isla Dhiffushi

A quiet garden guesthouse with bicycle rental and a refined, calm atmosphere.

GuesthouseVillage centre

Island Serenity

A simple, quiet guesthouse option within easy walking distance of the beaches.

From US$70 / night
GuesthouseVillage centre

Navaya Dhiffushi

A centrally located guesthouse with its own restaurant and attentive management, a short walk to every beach.

From US$55 / night
GuesthouseSunset side

Nirili Villa

Great-value guesthouse with a leafy garden and an on-site restaurant, steps from the sunset beach. A favourite with budget travellers and divers.

From US$40 / night
B&B

Noorani Retreat Dhiffushi

A cosy bed-and-breakfast close to the beach.

Hotel

Portia Hotel & Spa

A beachfront 3-star hotel on the main tourist street with a spa and ocean-view balcony rooms. Convenient for cafes, shops and the bikini beach.

From US$60 / night
GuesthouseHarbour

Rashu Hiyaa

One of Dhiffushi's longest-running guesthouses, just a few steps from the beach. Simple, comfortable rooms and a well-worn reputation for hospitality.

From US$70 / night
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Ruka Maldives

A sea-view guesthouse with a garden, about 100 m from the beach.

From US$90 / night
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Si! Beach House

A cheerful little beach house right on the sand with a garden and private beach corner.

From US$55 / night
Hotel

Sky Beach Maldives

A popular mid-size hotel with its own pool and beach area, a short stroll from the bikini beach.

From US$70 / night
Boutique hotel

Stone Beach Club

An intimate 12-room sister property to Stone Hotels where every room looks out to sea. Guests share the bigger hotel's pool, spa and dive centre next door.

From US$140 / night
Hotel

Stone Hotels Dhiffushi

The island's flagship beachfront hotel, crowned by a rooftop infinity pool with lagoon views.

From US$150 / night
GuesthouseSunset side

The Sunset Villa

A budget-friendly beachfront stay with a private beach patch and room service, made for watching the sun go down.

From US$50 / night
GuesthouseVillage centre

VelaaVani - The Turtle Hive

A highly rated small hotel in the village centre with a tour desk and fitness corner. Named for the sea turtles you'll likely meet on the reef.

From US$60 / night
VillaSunset side

Veli Vilaa Dhiffushi - Beachfront

A four-bedroom beachfront villa sleeping up to eight – ideal for families or friends wanting a private base on the island.

From US$180 / night