We were met with such a lovely warm and professional welcome by Enzo and his whole team. The room is even nicer than the photos do it justice. The decoration of flowers and palm on the bed was so welcoming. The balcony area looking out to the beach and water is delightful. The sound of the waves from the room incredible. The beach area is right out the front of the property and is very well cared for by the team. The food by the chef is exceptional and he catered for our vegetarian diets (which we’ve struggled with elsewhere in the Maldives). The pumpkin soup was my absolute fav. We went on a trip with them to find the whale shark, sadly we did not find them this time, but the trip was…
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Dhamana Beach
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About this stay
Dhamana Beach is a 4-star guesthouse on a local island in South Ari Atoll, Maldives. Its listing includes a restaurant. Guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 39 reviews.
The feed lists 19 facilities for Dhamana Beach. For food and drink it names breakfast and restaurant.
In the rooms the listing mentions free wi-fi, safe, tv and terrace. Services include 24-hour front desk, concierge, housekeeping, laundry service and shuttle service.
Facilities
- 24-hour front desk
- Breakfast
- Concierge
- Entertainment activities
- Free Wi-Fi
- Garden
- Housekeeping
- Laundry Service
- Picnic area
- Reception area
- Restaurant
- Safe
- Shops
- Shuttle service
- Smoking area
- TV
- Terrace
- Wedding services
All 19 facilities
- Wheelchair accessible
Photos
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Getting there
Dhamana Beach lies about 79 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport, the country's main gateway near Malé. The nearest domestic airport is Maamigili, roughly 35 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 K Villas Maldives (on the same island), Karanka Villa @ Mahibadhoo (on the same island) and Goby Lodge Guest House (100 m). 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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Dhamana Beach averages 4.9 out of 5 across 39 reviews. A selection, quoted as written:
Dhamana Beach is pure paradise on Earth. The location is absolutely stunning, with rooms just 15 meters from the sea (no exaggeration!). The private beach is beautiful, thoughtfully maintained with care and love. The staff is always attentive, friendly, and ready to meet any request. Breakfast on the beach is a special treat, featuring fresh local products—made even more memorable by the colorful parrot keeping you company. Staying here means truly disconnecting from stress and indulging in the ultimate relaxation. Unmissable!
This is a really fantastic place. A little slice of paradise with a little private beach and an onsite chef, who can really cook! We spent most of our time relaxing in the guesthouse, and eating the incredible food! We also did an excursion to the shark point, which was also great. The whole place and all the staff, work like a well oiled machine, friendly and very attentive. We have no complaints at all, and could not have chosen a better place to stay on Mahibadhoo!
Good to know
Families: no family-specific facilities are listed; ask the property about cots and connecting rooms.
Accessibility: the property is listed as wheelchair accessible; confirm the specific rooms and boat transfer.
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 Dhamana Beach, 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, Dhamana Beach ranks 30 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 Dhamana Beach
Where is Dhamana Beach?
Dhamana Beach is in South Ari Atoll, Maldives, about 79 km in a straight line from Velana International Airport. The nearest other stay in this guide is K Villas Maldives (on the same island).
Is Dhamana Beach a resort or a guesthouse?
Dhamana Beach is a guesthouse-style stay on an inhabited local island, rated 4 stars in the supplier feed.
What do guests say about Dhamana Beach?
Guests rate Dhamana Beach 4.9 out of 5 across 39 reviews.
What facilities does Dhamana Beach have?
The feed lists 19 facilities, including a restaurant.
How do you get to Dhamana Beach from the airport?
Dhamana Beach is about 79 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 35 km away. The property confirms the exact transfer and timing.
Is Dhamana Beach suitable for families with children?
The feed lists no family-specific facilities for Dhamana Beach, such as family rooms, a kids' pool or babysitting. Ask the property about children's ages, cots and connecting rooms before booking.
What other stays are near Dhamana Beach?
The nearest other stays in this guide are K Villas Maldives (on the same island), Karanka Villa @ Mahibadhoo (on the same island) and Goby Lodge Guest House (100 m).
How do I check availability at Dhamana Beach?
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More stays in South Ari
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