Thoddoo Haisha inn
A quiet base on Thoddoo, where the reef is close and the price is honest.
A local-island guesthouse on Thoddoo
Thoddoo Haisha Inn sits on Thoddoo Island in the Maldives, about 68 km from Velana International Airport and reached by seaplane. Rooms start at $49.50 per night, making it one of the more accessible ways to stay on a local island without the resort price tag. The inn has a private beach area, a garden, an outdoor dining area, and a barbecue. Breakfast is available in continental, halal, and buffet styles, and free parking is on-site. The Google rating stands at 4.9/5 from 56 reviews.
Who'll feel at home here
A small, well-priced inn on a local Maldivian island with a private beach area, self-catering facilities, and organised snorkelling excursions.
Best for
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Self-catering couples or solo visitors
- Snorkelling day trips to the reef
- Guests who want a local-island experience
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting an all-inclusive resort
- Those who prefer a larger, busier property
Private beach area and garden
The inn has its own beach area and a garden, along with a terrace and outdoor dining space. It's a compact outdoor setup, but enough to sit outside, use the barbecue, and watch the sun go down without leaving the property.
Rooms with balcony and kitchen
Each Double or Twin Room comes with a private kitchen, balcony, minibar, air conditioning, and a flat-screen TV. Soundproofing is included — a detail that makes a difference in a small inn. Linen, free toiletries, and a hairdryer are all standard.
Local-island setting on Thoddoo
Thoddoo is a single inhabited island in the Maldives known for its fruit farms and accessible reef. Staying at a local inn here means eating at island cafes, renting bicycles, and getting a sense of everyday Maldivian life rather than a resort bubble.
Where you'll stay
Double or Twin Room
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed OR 2 single beds
- Private kitchen
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
Inside Thoddoo Haisha inn
Amenities at Thoddoo Haisha inn
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Kitchen
- Flat-screen TV
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor dining area
- Private beach area
- Barbecue
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
How to get there
Thoddoo Haisha Inn is about 68 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane, and the inn includes a free airport shuttle in the stay. Thoddoo is a single inhabited island, so the seaplane connection is the main link to the outside world.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
The location
4 sights nearby, the closest being Old Mosque at 350 m; the nearest ferry pier, Thoddoo, is 410 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Old Mosqueplace of worship350 m
- Ihuru Baazaarmarket390 m
- Sunrise Beachbeach730 m
- Sunset Beachbeach950 m
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
With a 4.9/5 Google rating across 56 reviews, guest feedback for Thoddoo Haisha Inn is consistently positive. The location on Thoddoo and the cleanliness of the rooms are points guests single out. At this price point and rating, the property punches well above expectations for a local-island inn.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.9
They wrote about: breakfast, staff, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8
They wrote about: room, cleanliness, staff
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Before you book
Before you arrive
- Check-in
From 8:30 AM to 11:30 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
- Check-out
From 6:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM.
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Your questions
How do I get to Thoddoo Haisha Inn from the airport?
The inn is about 68 km from Velana International Airport and is reached by seaplane. A free airport shuttle is included, so arrange the transfer timing with the property when you book.
What room types are available?
There is one room category: a Double or Twin Room sleeping two people, with the choice of one double bed or two single beds. It comes with a private kitchen, balcony, and private bathroom.
What does breakfast look like?
Breakfast options include continental, halal, buffet, and breakfast to go. Check with the inn at booking to confirm which styles are available on your dates.
Is there a beach at the inn?
Yes, the property has a private beach area as well as a garden, terrace, and outdoor dining area.
Can I snorkel from the inn?
Snorkelling is listed as an activity available through the inn. This is arranged as an excursion — ask the inn to organise a trip with a local operator during your stay.
Is there parking at the inn?
Yes, free on-site parking is available.
Can I self-cater during my stay?
Each room has a private kitchen, and the inn also has a shared kitchen with a dining table, refrigerator, toaster, and electric kettle. Cleaning products are provided.
Is Thoddoo an alcohol-free island?
Thoddoo is an inhabited local island in the Maldives. Like all local islands, it is alcohol-free. Guests who want alcohol should factor this in before booking a local-island property.
Are bicycles available?
Yes, bicycle rental is available, which is a practical way to explore Thoddoo's farms, beaches, and village.
What is the starting price per night?
Rooms start from $49.50 per night. This is among the more affordable rates for a Maldives stay with a private kitchen and beach access.
What is the Google rating for the inn?
Thoddoo Haisha Inn holds a 4.9/5 Google rating based on 56 reviews — an unusually high score for a local-island inn at this price point.
Is the inn suitable for families?
The room sleeps two, so it works best for couples or solo travellers. Families needing multiple beds or larger space should confirm room availability and configuration directly with the inn.