Beach Palace
Beachfront Maldives without the resort price tag
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Beach Palace is a 3-star guesthouse on Nirolhumagu with a beachfront setting, a house reef, and rooms starting at $59 a night. Free breakfast is included, and there is an on-site restaurant, a pool, and a spa. The property sits about 3 km from the airport and is reached by speedboat. Cafes and restaurants start at 20 metres from the door, so eating off-property is easy. With a kids' club on-site, it also works for families travelling with young children.
The honest verdict
A budget-friendly beachfront guesthouse with solid amenities and a mixed track record on property condition — service is the strongest point.
Best for
- Budget-conscious Maldives travellers
- Families with young children
- Snorkellers wanting house reef access
- Short stays near the airport
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort-level facilities
- Those wanting overwater accommodation
- Guests sensitive to variable property standards
House reef and water access
A house reef sits just off the beach for snorkelling and diving. With the property directly on the beachfront and a pool on-site, there is no shortage of ways to spend time in or near the water.
Free breakfast, multiple dietary options
Breakfast is included in the room rate and covers continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, Asian, and American options. The on-site restaurant handles dining beyond the morning meal.
Spa on site
The guesthouse runs its own spa, which is uncommon at this price point in the Maldives. Specific treatments are not listed, so ask the property directly before booking if that is a priority.
Kitchen-equipped rooms
Both room types include a dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle, and washing machine. That is a practical advantage for longer stays or families wanting to manage some meals independently.
Dining within walking distance
Lanka Cafe is 20 metres away. Mezze Cafe, Coba Cabana, SHAWARMASHI, and CICCIA are all within 100 metres. Guests have real off-property dining options, which is not guaranteed on every Maldives island.
Pets allowed
Beach Palace accepts pets, which is rare for Maldives accommodation at any category. Confirm specific conditions with the property before travel.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Beach Palace
Amenities at Beach Palace
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Parking
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Bath
- Free WiFi
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional bathroom
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Alarm clock
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
- City view
- Landmark view
- Garden view
- Sea view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Beach Palace sits 3 km from the airport on Nirolhumagu. The transfer is by speedboat, and an airport shuttle is available for an extra charge. The area scores 4.7 out of 5 for airport access. Several cafes and restaurants are within walking distance of the property once you arrive.
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
Where to eat
- lanka cafe cafe 0.02 km
- Shell Beans Hulhu'male cafe 0.06 km
- mezze cafe & bistro restaurant 0.07 km
- Coba Cabana restaurant 0.07 km
- nova bistro cafe 0.08 km
- SHAWARMASHI restaurant 0.09 km
Service is the strongest area in guest feedback — 9 of 11 mentions were positive. Location also scores well, with 7 of 8 mentions positive, and an area score of 4.7 for airport access. The property itself is more divisive: only 5 of 14 mentions were positive. Bathroom feedback was the weakest point, with just 1 positive out of 5 mentions.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants4.5
- Airport access4.7
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Beach Palace from the airport?
The property is 3 km from the airport and the transfer is by speedboat. An airport shuttle is available at extra charge. Contact the hotel to arrange pickup when booking.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: the Deluxe Double Room from $59.60 per night and the Deluxe Double Room with Balcony from $64 per night. Both sleep two and include a double bed.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, free breakfast is included in the room rate. Options cover continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, Asian, and American styles.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the property has an on-site restaurant. There are also multiple cafes and restaurants within 100 metres of the guesthouse if you want to eat off-property.
Can I snorkel or dive from the property?
Yes. The guesthouse has a house reef accessible from the beachfront, suitable for both snorkelling and diving. Specific dive operators or equipment rental details are not listed — check with the property.
Is the property suitable for families with children?
Yes. Beach Palace has a kids' club on-site and is listed as family-friendly. The room kitchen facilities — including a refrigerator, microwave, and washing machine — also make managing a family stay more practical.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are allowed at Beach Palace. This is uncommon for Maldives accommodation. Contact the property directly to confirm any conditions or restrictions before travelling.
What is the best time of year to visit?
The facts provided do not include specific seasonal data. Generally, the Maldives dry season runs from November to April. Check current conditions and pricing before booking.
What is the Google rating for Beach Palace?
Beach Palace has a Google rating of 3.6 based on 78 reviews. Guest feedback is most positive on service and location, while property condition and bathrooms draw more mixed responses.
Is Wi-Fi free?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is included throughout the property.
Does the property have a pool?
Yes, there is a pool on site.
How do I book Beach Palace?
Rooms can be booked through major travel platforms or directly with the property. The lowest published rate starts at $59.60 per night for the Deluxe Double Room. Confirm meal plan inclusion and transfer arrangements at the time of booking.