Rekidhiye Inn
Addu City's southernmost reef, at a price that makes sense.
A place to stay on Addu City
Rekidhiye Inn is a 5-star hotel in Addu City, the southernmost atoll in the Maldives, roughly 535 km from Malé. Rooms start at $58 per night — well below what most Maldivian properties charge — and a house reef is right on-site for snorkelling and diving. The property is small and locally rooted, with a sun terrace, garden, and balconies that look out over the sea or the city. It holds a 4.7 Google rating from 120 reviews, and recent guests have specifically flagged the location as a 10.0.
The honest verdict
A compact, good-value hotel with genuine reef access, sea-view balconies, and a high location score — but limited on-site dining infrastructure beyond room service and a shared kitchen.
Best for
- Budget-conscious divers and snorkellers
- Travellers who want Addu Atoll without resort prices
- Couples or families (one child) in a single room
- Anyone who prefers a local-island setting over a private island resort
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests expecting a full-service resort with multiple restaurants
- Those wanting quick access from Malé — this is a long transfer
- Large groups or families needing multiple room types
House reef for snorkelling and diving
The house reef is the clearest reason to stay here. Addu Atoll's reefs are among the least-visited in the Maldives. The hotel also arranges diving, canoeing, and fishing, so time in the water is easy to organise without hiring outside operators.
Balconies with sea or city views
Every room has a balcony. Depending on which side you're assigned, you get either a sea-facing or city-facing outlook. Recent guests rated the location a perfect 10.0, which is unusual enough to be worth noting.
Activities beyond the water
The hotel has bicycles for rent and runs bike tours — useful in Addu City, where the causeways linking the islands make cycling a practical way to get around. Hiking and fishing round out the activity list.
Room service and shared kitchen
There is no on-site restaurant listed. Room service runs to your room, and a shared kitchen with a dining table is available for guests who prefer to self-cater. This is the main trade-off relative to a full resort.
Free WiFi and soundproofed rooms
Rooms include soundproofing, free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, minibar, and a private bathroom with free toiletries, bidet, and hairdryer. Air conditioning is standard throughout.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Inside Rekidhiye Inn
Amenities at Rekidhiye Inn
Great for your stay
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Snorkelling
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
- Sea view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
Getting there
Rekidhiye Inn is in Addu City, approximately 535 km from Malé. Getting there requires a domestic flight to Gan Airport followed by a speedboat transfer. It is one of the longer journeys in the Maldives, so most guests combine it with at least a few nights' stay to make the travel worthwhile.
Expect roughly $150–400 per person round trip for the domestic flight + speedboat, arranged by the property. Confirm the fare when booking.
On the map
Rekidhiye Inn has 120 Google reviews and a 4.7 rating. The location score from recent guests hit 10.0 — an unusually high mark. Specific review themes were not available for this report, but the location and quiet-street setting are the two highlights the property itself flags from guest feedback.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Rekidhiye Inn from Malé?
The standard route is a domestic flight from Velana International Airport to Gan Airport in Addu City, followed by a speedboat transfer. The total distance from Malé is around 535 km, so factor in a full travel day.
Which airport should I fly into?
Gan Airport (GAN) in Addu Atoll is the closest airport. Domestic flights from Malé operate regularly. Check current schedules with Maldivian or other domestic carriers when you book.
What room types are available?
There is one room category: the Deluxe Double Room, which accommodates two adults and one child. It has a large double bed, a balcony, sea or city view, and a private bathroom. Rates start at $58 per night.
Is there a restaurant at the hotel?
No on-site restaurant is listed. The hotel has room service and a shared kitchen with a dining table for guest use. For full meals, you would need to eat at nearby local restaurants in Addu City.
Does the hotel have a house reef?
Yes. A house reef for snorkelling and diving is one of the hotel's main facilities. Snorkelling equipment and diving can be arranged through the property.
What water activities can I do here?
The hotel lists snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing as available activities. The house reef is accessible directly from the property, so you don't need to take a boat to reach it.
Are there activities on land?
Bicycle rental and guided bike tours are available. Addu City's islands are connected by causeways, making cycling a practical way to explore. Hiking is also listed as an option.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
The Deluxe Double Room officially accommodates two adults and one child. There is only one room type listed, so larger families or those needing separate rooms would need to book multiple rooms.
What is the best time to visit Addu City?
Addu Atoll is at the southern tip of the Maldives and can have slightly different weather patterns from the central atolls. Generally, the dry season from November to April brings calmer seas and better visibility for diving.
What is the price per night?
Rooms start at $58.08 per night for the Deluxe Double Room. This is the base rate; taxes and fees may apply. Prices can vary by date and booking platform.
Is WiFi included?
Free WiFi is included for all guests. The rooms also have air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, minibar, and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries.
Is the hotel in a quiet area?
Recent guests flagged a quiet street view as a specific highlight, and the property notes soundproofed rooms. The hotel sits in Addu City rather than on a private island, so it is an urban local-island setting rather than an isolated resort.