The Beehive
A practical Malé base with free breakfast and city views
A city stay in Malé
The Beehive is a guest house in Malé, the capital island of the Maldives, sitting about 4 km from Velana International Airport via the Sinamalé Bridge. Rooms start at $65 per night and free breakfast is included. The property has its own restaurant, room service, and a handful of activity options that can be arranged through local operators. Cafes and restaurants are within a short walk, and the Tsunami Monument is about 350 metres away.
The honest verdict
A compact, city-centre guest house in Malé with free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and straightforward rooms — practical for airport layovers or capital-city exploration rather than a beach holiday.
Best for
- Travellers on a Malé stopover
- Budget-conscious couples or solo guests
- Families needing a triple room in the city
- Those prioritising airport access
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests seeking a beach or lagoon setting
- Those wanting a resort experience
- Travellers looking for alcohol on-site
City views and balcony rooms
The Deluxe Double/Twin and Business Deluxe rooms both include a balcony with city views. The Business Deluxe is the largest room type at 26 m², giving more floor space than the other categories.
On-site restaurant and breakfast
The guest house runs its own restaurant and includes a breakfast buffet in the rate. The menu covers continental, Asian, American, vegetarian, and halal options. Room service is also available.
BBQ and outdoor areas
A picnic area and BBQ facilities are on the property. These are among the less common features for a Malé guest house at this price point.
Activity arrangements in Malé
The property can help arrange snorkelling, diving, canoeing, fishing, and windsurfing through local operators, along with cultural tours. There is also a children's playground on site.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed OR 2 single beds
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Superior Double Room
18 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed OR 2 single beds
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Business Deluxe Room
26 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed OR 2 single beds
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Triple Room
23 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 single bed / 1 large double bed
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
Experiences on & off the island
Inside The Beehive
Amenities at The Beehive
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- BBQ facilities
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Getting there
Velana International Airport is about 4 km from The Beehive, connected to Malé via the Sinamalé Bridge. An airport shuttle is available from the property. A taxi over the bridge is straightforward and takes only a short time, making this a convenient base for early departures or late arrivals.
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 0.35 km
Where to eat
- Coffee State cafe 0.11 km
- Beirut Lounge bar 0.2 km
- Le Traffic restaurant 0.21 km
- Sea House Brasserie restaurant 0.22 km
- Squid Cafe’ and Restaurant restaurant 0.22 km
- Mazada Café restaurant 0.44 km
Across 305 Google reviews, the property scores 3.8/5. Service draws the most feedback — 43 of 59 mentions are positive. Location is the most consistently positive topic, with 14 of 16 mentions favourable. Breakfast scores 13 of 20 positive mentions. Room feedback is more mixed at 7 of 17 positive.
- Things to do4.6
- Restaurants3.8
- Airport access4.5
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to The Beehive?
The guest house is about 4 km from Velana International Airport, connected via the Sinamalé Bridge. An airport shuttle is available (charges may apply depending on direction). A standard taxi over the bridge is the most common option.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included with all rooms. The buffet covers continental, Asian, American, vegetarian, and halal options.
What room types are available?
There are four room categories: Deluxe Double or Twin (21 m²), Superior Double (18 m²), Business Deluxe (26 m²), and Deluxe Triple (23 m², sleeps 3). All rooms are air-conditioned with ensuite bathrooms and free WiFi.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The Beehive has its own restaurant with room service. The menu includes halal, vegetarian, continental, Asian, and American options. Several other cafes and restaurants are also within a short walk.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from The Beehive?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, fishing, and windsurfing can be arranged through local operators. As a city guest house in Malé, these are excursions rather than on-site facilities — the team can help organise them.
Is The Beehive suitable for families?
The Deluxe Triple Room sleeps three and the property is listed as having family rooms. There is a children's playground on site. Malé is an urban island, so families should expect a city environment rather than a beach setting.
Is alcohol available at The Beehive?
Malé is an alcohol-free island, so no alcohol is served at this guest house or anywhere on the island. This applies to all properties in Malé.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, parking is listed as an available facility.
Does The Beehive have a beach or house reef?
No. The Beehive is a city guest house in Malé. There is no private beach or house reef on site. The nearest public beach is a separate location on the island.
What is the Google rating for The Beehive?
The property holds a 3.8/5 rating based on 305 Google reviews. Location and service are the most positively rated themes among guests.
What is the best time to visit Malé?
The dry season from November to April generally brings calmer seas and less rainfall, making it the most popular period. The wet season runs May to October, with more rain but fewer crowds and lower rates.
What is nearby the guest house?
Coffee State cafe is about 110 metres away. Le Traffic, Sea House Brasserie, and Squid Cafe are all within roughly 220 metres. The Tsunami Monument, a historic site, is about 350 metres from the property.