Amber Beach Hotel
Sea-view balconies, short bridge ride from the airport.
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Amber Beach Hotel is a four-star hotel in Hulhumalé, connected to Velana International Airport by the Sinamalé Bridge — about 2 km away. It suits travellers who want a comfortable Maldives base without a boat or seaplane transfer. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, rooms with private balconies, and access to water activities arranged through the property. Rates start at $83.67 per night, making it one of the more practical options in Greater Malé for both short stopovers and longer stays.
The honest verdict
A straightforward four-star hotel in Hulhumalé with sea-view rooms, on-site dining, and easy airport access via the Sinamalé Bridge.
Best for
- Travellers wanting a quick airport connection
- Couples booking a sea-view balcony room
- Visitors exploring Malé and Hulhumalé
- Budget-conscious guests starting from $83 per night
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a remote island experience
- Guests requiring alcohol on-site
- Travellers wanting a house reef at the door
Balcony rooms with sea views
Two of the three room categories have direct or partial sea views from private balconies. The largest, a 30 m² king room, looks out toward the water. All rooms include soundproofing, a coffee machine, minibar, and a flat-screen TV.
On-site restaurant and terrace
The hotel runs its own restaurant with table service and a BBQ facility on an outdoor terrace. Breakfast is available for an extra charge, offered in both continental and buffet formats.
Garden and outdoor space
A sun terrace and garden sit alongside the outdoor furniture areas. The property also has beach access, giving guests a place to sit by the water without leaving the immediate area.
Rated 4.4/5 across 227 reviews
Service is the strongest-rated theme — 47 of 54 mentions were positive. Cleanliness and location also score well, with guests pointing to the airport proximity and the range of things to do nearby.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Queen Room with City View & Balcony
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe King Room with Partial Sea View & Balcony
30 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe King Room with Sea View & Balcony
27 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Amber Beach Hotel
Amenities at Amber Beach Hotel
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Additional toilet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Getting there
Amber Beach Hotel sits in Hulhumalé, approximately 2 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by airport taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge — no boat or seaplane required. The hotel lists an airport shuttle among its facilities, making arrival and departure straightforward regardless of flight time.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
Across 227 Google reviews, service draws the most consistent praise — 47 positive mentions out of 54. The property overall and its natural surroundings both rate well. Room quality, location, and cleanliness are also largely positive. Breakfast and transit experiences round out the feedback, both trending favourable.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants3.8
- Airport access4.7
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to Amber Beach Hotel?
The hotel is reached by airport taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge. The distance is approximately 2 km from Velana International Airport. An airport shuttle is listed among the hotel's facilities.
Is Hulhumalé the same as Malé?
No. Hulhumalé is a separate island from Malé, connected to the airport island by the Sinamalé Bridge. Amber Beach Hotel is in Hulhumalé, not in Malé itself.
What room types are available?
There are three room categories: a 20 m² Deluxe Queen with city view, a 27 m² Deluxe King with full sea view, and a 30 m² Deluxe King with partial sea view. All have private balconies.
What is the starting price per night?
Rooms start from $83.67 per night for the Deluxe Queen Room with City View. The Deluxe King with full Sea View starts from $243.94 per night.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Breakfast is available at an extra charge. It is offered in both continental and buffet formats through the on-site restaurant.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site restaurant with table service, room service, and BBQ facilities. There is also an outdoor terrace area.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from the hotel?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing can all be arranged through the hotel. These are organised excursions rather than on-site reef access.
Is there beach access?
Yes, beach access is listed among the hotel's amenities. Hulhumalé has a public beach area accessible from the island.
Is alcohol available at the hotel?
Hulhumalé, as part of Greater Malé, is an alcohol-free area. No bar is listed among the hotel's facilities.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
The hotel has practical amenities including an elevator, daily housekeeping, baggage storage, and a concierge. All rooms accommodate two guests; no family or connecting room category is listed in the available facts.
What payment methods are accepted?
The hotel accepts credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and cash.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the hotel?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas, and there is also a public internet workstation in the hotel.