Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Dhiffushi

"Velaa Vani" is a fantastic place to stay. Situated on Dhifushi island, right on the beautiful beach with palm trees, where the sunsets can be pictured. The hosts have been very kind and welcoming, helping with everything needed. The hotel is brand new, the room was very comfortable and nicely decorated. The hosts are offering laundry service, they have a shot and a restaurant on the beach and just in front of the hotel there is the office of a tour company that is organising all kind of boat trips, fishes, turtles, dolphins, sharks etc... We took a few boat trips, as our most favourite was the sandbank trip, visiting a tiny sandy beach island.

From the moment we arrived at Navaya Dhiffushi, everything was simply perfect. The guest house is beautiful, clean, and peaceful — a true tropical escape. But what truly made our stay unforgettable were the staff. They went above and beyond every single day with genuine smiles, warmth, and unmatched hospitality. Whether it was arranging excursions, helping with local tips, or just their friendly chats, they made us feel completely at home. The rooms were spotless and cozy, with all the comforts you could ask for. The location is also ideal — just a short walk from the beach and everything else on the island. If you’re looking for a place that combines comfort, value, and the kindest people you’ll ever meet, look no further. Navaya Dhiffushi is perfect in every way. We’ll definitely be back!

Everything was amazing, will 100% recommend to friends and family in the future. Location was perfect, best part of the island, the beach was cozy and quiet. Staff were friendly and helped with everything, food was great. They met us the ferry terminal and took us back was well when we left.

Everything was very clean and smelled lovely. Great shower and a super comfortable bed. Akash is polite and even helped me with my suitcase and accompanied me ti the ferry on my departure. Highly recommended.

This place was exactly what I envisaged as a Maldivian retreat. Nestled under trees, it provided a perfect shelter from heat after 11:00 and in the meantime it's 3 min walking to the west side beach in front of Stone Hotel. All it's very clean, the rooms are newly decorated beautiful and authentic, all was new from furniture to white crisp towels, bed sheets, bathroom fixtures. Hot water all the time and a very strong and stable WI-FI, which is something rare to find on Dhiffushi island, new AC. Adorable inner court with white sand and dimmed lights during evening. During my stay on New Years Eve period, there was complete silence in and around. Maisoon, the owner, has communicated fast and concise before arrival, he came to pick me up from harbor on my arrival (thank you once again!) and gave me all the tips about the island As I am a digital nomad, I want to return here for a 1 month, work remote from this place. My recommendations for Dhiffushi : Breakfast: you can go for continental for 9 USD at Itha or if you want buffet style and more expansive literally take 2 steps and go to Araamu Hotel Best dinner : Club Kaafu on the northern tip of the island, always great cusine, curries, fresh tuna on grill, prices in range of 10 USD portion. Tasty sri lankan style food at Crown Beach hotel, prices range 10 USD portion. I have tried many other food locations on the island, not good. Vegetables and fruits are expansive and for some reason majority of places will serve canned tuna rather than fresh. Best beach : the one in front of Stone Hotel, perfect water depth, snorkeling it's decent, amazing sunset Best transfer option : 45min speedboat, departs exactly in front of the arrival terminal at airport in Male, cost 25USD or 35USD depending who you book with. Better book your seat in advance. I wasn't aware of this fast option and I took the local Regional ferry from Male, the ferry that leaves at 14:30, time to get to Dhiffushi is 2,5-3h cost aprox 3USD

The hotel was excellent and the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

the staff is amazing! they were very helpful, organized all the activities for us, super friendly.. 10/10!! the location was also amazing!!

i had a great time staying with akiri, staff is exceptional and really quick to answer via whats app. they were so nice and let me have a late check out without a charge. you can fill up your water bottle for free. great breakfast. 10 min walking to dream beach , which is great. 10 min walking to centre and bikini beach. if you want to have more "luxery" you can stay at the zen den from akiri, the location is near to the beach.

Very, very nice service. The facility is located in a great place, clean. Small, so there is a nice atmosphere. You can drink delicious coffee on the terrace. We watched for palm bats in the palm trees

I liked almost everything! Staffs are awesome. Especially Mr. Som who know the local very well and take you to all places! Raj the chef, Sagar, new manager Elena and all did their job well. Raj can surprise you sometimes with his cooking skills! It is near to famous surfing spot, just walkable distance! Owner Nabil did formal meet and greet as well. Overall it is good experience, affordable price, decent hotel! I will prefer if I go with friends.