My stay at this stunning Maldives resort was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the fantastic team made us feel welcome and ensured our experience was unforgettable. The resort offers great activities and affordable excursions, with highlights including incredible snorkeling right off the island. We encountered a vibrant array of marine life including turtles, sharks, angel rays, and beautifully reconstructed coral reefs. Dining at the resort was a delightful experience, with high-quality food that catered to various tastes. Each meal was a culinary adventure, showcasing the best of local and international cuisines. if I had to mention a couple of areas for improvement. I…
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Sandies Bathala
Why guests stay
- Bar
- Fitness room
- 24-hour front desk
Video transcript
Welcome to Sandies Bathala, a 4-star hotel in Male, Maldives. Guests can enjoy a swimming pool, a bar and Wi-Fi. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5, from 188 reviews. You will find it at Bathalaa, in Male. Have a look around, then compare and book on impt.mv.
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About this stay
Sandies Bathala is a 4-star resort in North Ari Atoll, Maldives. Its listing includes a private beach, a swimming pool and spa treatments. 188 guest reviews give it an average of 4.6 out of 5.
The feed lists 52 facilities for Sandies Bathala. For food and drink it names snack bar / café, bars, coffee, dinner and minibar. On the water side the list includes diving, fishing and water sports.
Wellness and leisure entries: fitness center, massage, outdoor pool, pool bar and spa. In the rooms the listing mentions air conditioning, balcony, bath, free wi-fi, hairdryer and iron and board. Services include 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, concierge, currency exchange and first aid.
A private beach is part of the listed facilities.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Balcony
- Snack bar / café
- Bars
- Bath
- Coffee
- Concierge
- Cot
- Currency exchange
- Dinner
- Diving
- Dry cleaning service
- Entertainment activities
- First aid
- Fishing
- Fitness Center
All 52 facilities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Games room
- Hairdryer
- Housekeeping
- Internet access
- Iron and board
- Karaoke
- Laundry Service
- Lounge
- Massage
- Minibar
- Non smoking rooms
- Outdoor pool
- Patio
- Pool bar
- Private beach
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Security Features
- Shuttle service
- Smoke detector
- Smoking area
- Sofa bed
- Spa
- Special diets
- Swimming pool
- Table tennis
- Telephone
- Terrace
- Toiletries
- Wake-up service
- Water sports
- Yoga
Photos
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Getting there
Sandies Bathala lies about 66 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, the country's main gateway near Malé.
Resorts this far from Malé are usually reached by seaplane, or by a domestic flight followed by a boat ride; the resort confirms which applies and the timing, and seaplanes fly in daylight only.
The nearest other stays in this guide are Tauchbasis Diving Center Werner Lau Bathala (on the same island), Constance Halaveli (4.6 km) and Ananea Madivaru Maldives (5.5 km). On resort islands, neighbours are usually separate islands reached only by boat, so distance says little about walking access.
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Sandies Bathala averages 4.6 out of 5 across 188 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
One of the most amazing vacation of my life. The feeling when you first see the island is indescribable! White sand and tall trees with green clear waters around! The friendly staff was always really helpful and from the beginning we felt welcome. Honestly the team is smiling and accommodating and really friendly! The ocean villa was amazing! The bed was comfy, bathroom was big and luxurious and of course the balcony led to the ocean! Food was tasty, with all kinds of options. Rich buffet, 3 times a day. Congratulations to Mahinda the chef. He has managed to accomplish an outstanding menu! Activities. Obviously most of them had to do with the ocean 😊. We saw fish, sea turtles and small…
Wow! A magical week on a paradise tropical island. Expert caring staff, excellent facilities, comfortable rooms, great dining with varied daily menus. Snorkelling was magical and easily accessible from the shore. Our experience was faultless. Highly recommended.
Good to know
Families: the facility list includes cot.
Accessibility: wheelchair access is not listed; contact the property before booking if it matters.
Connectivity: wi-fi or internet access appears in the facility list.
Arrival: a shuttle or transfer service is listed; the boat or flight schedule is set by the property.
Before you book Sandies Bathala, check what the rate includes: Maldives rates can be quoted with or without the green tax, service charge, meals and the transfer from Malé, and transfers are often priced per person. The booking page shows the inclusions for your exact dates and party.
About North Ari Atoll
North Ari Atoll has 249 stays in this guide: 16 resorts and 233 local-island guesthouses. By guest score weighted for review volume, Sandies Bathala ranks 30 of the 94 rated stays here. The average guest score across the atoll's rated stays is 4.6 out of 5.
North Ari Atoll, known administratively as Alif Alif, lies about 76 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The atoll offers 249 places to stay, divided between 16 resorts on their own private islands and 233 guesthouses on inhabited local islands, with no city hotels. Of these, 94 are rated, with an average guest score of 4.6 out of 5. 106 stays list a private beach, and 155 list diving, reflecting the atoll's appeal to travellers who want reef access alongside beach time.
Read the North Ari Atoll guide for reefs, transfers and what to do, or browse all 249 stays in North Ari.
Questions about Sandies Bathala
Where is Sandies Bathala?
Sandies Bathala is in North Ari Atoll, Maldives, about 66 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The nearest other stay in this guide is Tauchbasis Diving Center Werner Lau Bathala (on the same island).
Is Sandies Bathala a resort or a guesthouse?
Sandies Bathala is listed as a resort. It carries a 4-star rating in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Sandies Bathala?
Guests rate Sandies Bathala 4.6 out of 5 across 188 reviews.
What facilities does Sandies Bathala have?
The feed lists 52 facilities, including a private beach, a pool, spa treatments, diving and a restaurant.
How do you get to Sandies Bathala from the airport?
Sandies Bathala is about 66 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, so the transfer is usually by seaplane, or by a domestic flight and a boat. The property confirms the exact transfer and timing.
Is Sandies Bathala suitable for families with children?
The facility list for Sandies Bathala includes cot. Ask the property about age rules and cots for your dates.
What other stays are near Sandies Bathala?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Tauchbasis Diving Center Werner Lau Bathala (on the same island), Constance Halaveli (4.6 km) and Ananea Madivaru Maldives (5.5 km).
How do I check availability at Sandies Bathala?
Choose dates and guests in the booking box on this page. It opens the live availability and rate for Sandies Bathala on app.impt.io in a new tab.
More stays in North Ari
249 stays in North Ari Atoll.
