I recently stayed at this hotel and had an absolutely wonderful experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff made sure we felt welcome and comfortable. A special shout-out to Vamshi who went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. He was at the reception whenever we needed him. They were always ready to assist with any request, from helping with the arrangements of excursions to providing helpful tips about the local area. Their kindness and dedication truly made a difference, and we felt incredibly well taken care of throughout our visit. The hotel itself was beautiful, and the service was impeccable. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a relaxing and…
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Ari Grand Hotel & Spa
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About this stay
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa, a 4-star guesthouse on a local island, sits in South Ari Atoll. The facility list names a private beach, a swimming pool and spa treatments. 151 guest reviews give it an average of 4.7 out of 5.
The feed lists 49 facilities for Ari Grand Hotel & Spa. For food and drink it names coffee, minibar, pool bar, restaurant and room service. On the water side the list includes canoe, diving, fishing, surf and water sports.
Wellness and leisure entries: jacuzzi, outdoor pool, pool bar, spa and swimming pool. In the rooms the listing mentions air conditioning, balcony, bath, bathrobe, hairdryer and iron and board. Services include 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, atm, babysitting service and currency exchange.
A private beach is part of the listed facilities.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- ATM
- Air conditioning
- Babysitting service
- Balcony
- Bath
- Bathrobe
- Bike rental service
- Canoe
- Coffee
- Currency exchange
- Diving
- Express check in
- Family rooms
- First aid
- Fishing
- Garden
All 49 facilities
- Hairdryer
- Housekeeping
- Iron and board
- Jacuzzi
- Laundry Service
- Lifts
- Lounge
- Luggage storage
- Minibar
- Non smoking rooms
- Outdoor pool
- Picnic area
- Pool bar
- Private beach
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Security Features
- Shuttle service
- Slippers
- Smoke detector
- Smoking area
- Spa
- Surf
- Swimming pool
- TV
- Terrace
- Toiletries
- Wake-up service
- Water sports
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
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Getting there
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa lies about 91 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, the country's main gateway near Malé. The nearest domestic airport is Maamigili, roughly 20 km away, which matters if your transfer combines a domestic flight with a boat ride.
Local islands this far from Malé are usually reached by a domestic flight and a speedboat, or by a scheduled ferry or shared speedboat from Malé; the guesthouse can confirm current options and timings.
The nearest other stays in this guide are Dhangethi Retreat (on the same island), Aliran Dhangethi (on the same island) and Cornerstay at Dhangethi (on the same island). On a local island or in the city, stays this close share the same streets, beaches and ferry stops, which makes them easy to compare.
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Ari Grand Hotel & Spa averages 4.7 out of 5 across 151 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
My recent stay at Ari Grand Hotel was pleasant, with a decent breakfast to start the day. However, the real standout was the staff. Everyone I encountered was incredibly helpful and accommodating, going out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay. If you're lucky, you might snag an upper-floor room with fantastic views – a real highlight! The team's attentiveness truly makes this hotel a worthwhile choice for your stay in Dhangheti.
Beautiful hotel. We really enjoyed our stay here. Bedroom was big and bathroom was spacious. Fresh bottle of water everyday and more if requested. Breakfast changed everyday day which was nice to get some variety. The staff were amazing. Vamshi was very kind and always helpful.
Good to know
Families: the facility list includes babysitting service and family rooms.
Accessibility: the property is listed as wheelchair accessible; confirm the specific rooms and boat transfer.
Connectivity: internet access is not listed.
Arrival: a shuttle or transfer service is listed; the boat or flight schedule is set by the property.
Local islands: guesthouses sit on inhabited islands where local laws apply, including dress codes away from designated bikini beaches and no alcohol.
Before you book Ari Grand Hotel & Spa, 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 South Ari Atoll
South Ari Atoll has 167 stays in this guide: 20 resorts and 147 local-island guesthouses. By guest score weighted for review volume, Ari Grand Hotel & Spa ranks 28 of the 70 rated stays here. The average guest score across the atoll's rated stays is 4.6 out of 5.
South Ari Atoll, known administratively as Alif Dhaal, lies about 96 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The atoll offers 172 places to stay, split between 21 resorts on their own islands and 151 guesthouses on inhabited local islands. There are no city hotels. Of the 70 rated stays, the average guest score is 4.6 out of 5. 59 stays list a private beach and 101 list diving, reflecting the atoll's appeal for both beach and underwater interests. Accommodation ranges from resort islands to guesthouse-based stays, giving travellers a choice between fully self-contained resorts and local island settings.
Read the South Ari Atoll guide for reefs, transfers and what to do, or browse all 167 stays in South Ari.
Questions about Ari Grand Hotel & Spa
Where is Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa is in South Ari Atoll, Maldives, about 91 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The nearest other stay in this guide is Dhangethi Retreat (on the same island).
Is Ari Grand Hotel & Spa a resort or a guesthouse?
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa is a guesthouse-style stay on an inhabited local island, rated 4 stars in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?
Guests rate Ari Grand Hotel & Spa 4.7 out of 5 across 151 reviews.
What facilities does Ari Grand Hotel & Spa have?
The feed lists 49 facilities, including a private beach, a pool, spa treatments, diving and a restaurant.
How do you get to Ari Grand Hotel & Spa from the airport?
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa is about 91 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, so the transfer is usually by a domestic flight and a speedboat, or a scheduled ferry or shared speedboat. The nearest domestic airport is Maamigili, about 20 km away. The property confirms the exact transfer and timing.
Is Ari Grand Hotel & Spa suitable for families with children?
The facility list for Ari Grand Hotel & Spa includes babysitting service and family rooms. Ask the property about age rules and cots for your dates.
What other stays are near Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Dhangethi Retreat (on the same island), Aliran Dhangethi (on the same island) and Cornerstay at Dhangethi (on the same island).
How do I check availability at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?
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More stays in South Ari
167 stays in South Ari Atoll.
