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Ariston Dhangethi Inn
Why guests stay
- Bar
- Wi-Fi
- Garden
Video transcript
Welcome to Ariston Dhangethi Inn, a 3-star hotel in Mahibadhoo, Maldives. Guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar and Wi-Fi. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5, from 113 reviews. You will find it at Beach Road, in Mahibadhoo. Have a look around, then compare and book on impt.mv.
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About this stay
Ariston Dhangethi Inn is a 3-star guesthouse on a local island in South Ari Atoll, Maldives. The facility list names a private beach, diving and a restaurant. 113 guest reviews give it an average of 4.9 out of 5.
The feed lists 32 facilities for Ariston Dhangethi Inn. For food and drink it names bars, coffee, restaurant and room service. On the water side the list includes boating, canoe, diving, fishing and surf.
In the rooms the listing mentions air conditioning, free wi-fi, kitchen, safe and tv. Services include 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security, babysitting service, concierge and currency exchange.
A private beach is part of the listed facilities.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Babysitting service
- Bars
- Boating
- Canoe
- Coffee
- Concierge
- Currency exchange
- Diving
- Express check in
- First aid
- Fishing
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden
- Housekeeping
- Kitchen
All 32 facilities
- Laundry Service
- Luggage storage
- Playground
- Private beach
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Safe
- Shops
- Shuttle service
- Smoking area
- Surf
- TV
- Toiletries
- Water sports
Photos
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Getting there
Ariston Dhangethi Inn 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 Antares Dhangethi (on the same island), Island Scuba Inn (on the same island) and Aqua Villa (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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Ariston Dhangethi Inn averages 4.9 out of 5 across 113 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Fantastic host and a fantastic stay. We went on two excursions and saw everything from whale sharks, dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles to beautiful coral reefs. Ahmed is an exceptional guide and kind person. 10/10 would recommend!!
Had an amazing stay. Ahmed is a wonderful host and even better guide. We saw whale sharks, dolphins, manta rays, and turtles during our excursions. Could not have asked for a better experience.
Good to know
Families: the facility list includes babysitting service and playground.
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.
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 Ariston Dhangethi Inn, 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, Ariston Dhangethi Inn ranks 8 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 Ariston Dhangethi Inn
Where is Ariston Dhangethi Inn?
Ariston Dhangethi Inn 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 Antares Dhangethi (on the same island).
Is Ariston Dhangethi Inn a resort or a guesthouse?
Ariston Dhangethi Inn is a guesthouse-style stay on an inhabited local island, rated 3 stars in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Ariston Dhangethi Inn?
Guests rate Ariston Dhangethi Inn 4.9 out of 5 across 113 reviews.
What facilities does Ariston Dhangethi Inn have?
The feed lists 32 facilities, including a private beach, diving and a restaurant.
How do you get to Ariston Dhangethi Inn from the airport?
Ariston Dhangethi Inn 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 Ariston Dhangethi Inn suitable for families with children?
The facility list for Ariston Dhangethi Inn includes babysitting service and playground. Ask the property about age rules and cots for your dates.
What other stays are near Ariston Dhangethi Inn?
The nearest other stays in this guide are Antares Dhangethi (on the same island), Island Scuba Inn (on the same island) and Aqua Villa (on the same island).
How do I check availability at Ariston Dhangethi Inn?
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More stays in South Ari
167 stays in South Ari Atoll.
