Malan Magu, 06060 Dharavandhoo, Maldives
#5 of 10 hotels in Dharavandhoo
Guests' ChoiceBased on 33 hotel reviews
9.3Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Location
8.9
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.8
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
8.5
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Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Antolka13
SlovakiaVery friendly personal and delicious food
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Elena
ItalyI am really happy overall. If to say something you can hear the planes like everywhere else on the island as there is an airport. The room close to the kitchen is noisy starting at 6 30 to prepare for breakfast and you don't have much natural light from there. Room on the top floor does not get much water pressure. I would have loved sparkling water but you can get at the supermarket!
John, Ahmed and Hamdan would go to the moon and back to make you happy. They are the best. The hotel is cozy and clean, they offer plenty activities at a fair price but not force you to buy anything and organize transport for the island according to your other flights. They reply to whatsapp at all times and offer very good but discrete customer service. Food is good and reasonably priced. Big rooms with space to hang and put clothes, hot water and aircon work great. Free unlimited water, coffee and tea! Definetely recommend it!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 12 February 2024
Javier
SpainEverything from the hosts side was perfect.
Breakfast was perfect, location is excellent, the island is very small anyway.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 February 2024
Sanchit
IndiaThe people! Most exceptional and hospitable staff I have ever come across. Loved every bit of my Stay, the owners and the manager went above and beyond to make my stay a memorable one.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 25 January 2024
Whereisdinesha
United KingdomOne of the best decisions in all my travels in the Indian Ocean was to stay here and enjoy the warm hospitality of John and Hamdan. They will go above and beyond to meet your every need. John previously worked in 5 star resorts and you'll get top notch service. Breakfast great, lovely atmosphere and Hamdan will help you with day trip activities to the beautiful snorkelling sites or nearby islands. I would do anything to be back here again soon.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 6 January 2024
Laurynas
LithuaniaIt was very nice that we could feel Maldivian atmosphere. The building and the interior felt local which put an extra to the experience. The price of the room is very little to the quality of what you get! The host was super helpful who have organized a private speedboat from Fulhadhoo island to Dharavandhoo since we missed the public ferry. We were also picked up from the harbor and met with coconut juice upon the arrival. The breakfast was Maldivian style and delicious. We have also ordered dinner which exceeded our expectations. The fish curry and traditional fish soup with rice was that what we wished for.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Armand
RomaniaNon words. More that I was thinking about.
Everything was awesome. John is a fantastic manager and he will help you once you step to Dharavandhoo till you will go back to Male
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 24 November 2023
Allan
CanadaPesky insects. Better snorkeling options would have been nice although snorkeling was excellent when it happened.
Good food Maldivian dishes
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 5 November 2023
Kseniyap
RussiaBiosphere Inn was like my second home. Guys took care of me, fed me delicious and satisfying food, and took me on the best snorkeling I could imagine. We swam with manta rays, sharks, stingrays and turtles. The house is clean, bright and spacious. I've been thinking about returning to the Biosphere Inn since I was there ❤️
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Monteiro
IndiaJohn was exceptional, kind and helpful.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 August 2023
Judith
New ZealandThe manager John looks after you very well. Internet is good.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 August 2023
Serena
ItalyThe room is very clean and big, comfortable bed, good breakfast, everything was perfect. But the best part is John, the manager of the hotel. He is very helpful and really take care of you and your holidays, he makes everything to give you the best holiday. He is really a hard worker and super nice person. I will definitely come back :)
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 8 July 2023
Asiyath
MaldivesThat’s the room had two single beds instead of a double bed
Clean and friendly staffs
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 21 June 2023
Andrea
ItalyIf I had to suggest something I think that the food can be improved. It wasn’t as good as other places I tried here in Maldives but still it was good value for money because it was already included in the stay.
Best value for money. John is super friendly and helpful. Everything was as expected. You can use bicycles, fins, masks and snorkels which is very nice.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Iavor
BulgariaEverything.Great host.Took care of everything we needed.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 9 June 2023
Iavor
BulgariaEverything.Very nice and helpful host.Aranged for us everything.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 24 April 2023
Cecila
MaldivesAmenities in bathroom ( dental kit ) Tissue box in room
It was a beautiful short stay but a memorable one. Thank you Mr. Clitus John for your great hospitality, you are the Star ⭐ of Biosphere Inn. We will see you again 😁
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: 19 January 2023
Kathi
GermanyThis is a cute Inn, in the heart of Dharavandhoo, a quiet and charming local island. Throughout the week John was a great host, he was welcoming and friendly, doing anything to make my stay memorable. He organised excursions and was always happy to stop for a chat. Every evening we went to watch the sharks and sting rays getting fed in the harbour by local fishermen. Great breakfast and dinner options, ranging from local to European cuisine, I was stuffed every day. Nazuro is a great chef!
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 15 January 2023
Azzurra
ItalyAmeen the host was very gentle and helpful. I liked the location and the room upstairs were very comfortable.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 16 November 2022
Aleksandr
RussiaVery nice and cozy small hotel with pleasant and very attentive personnel. It is comfortable as well as for short and long stay. Perfect kitchen, diversified menu. Room was cleaned regularly, wifi worked stable. Manta tour was wonderful! John, Ahmed and Nuzurl made fantastic job for good stay at Dharavandhoo. Thank very much you guys!
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 13 November 2022
Kenia
Francea little bit noisy but all the rest was so great that this is ok
very charming employees, very helpful and friendly :) thanks a lot for everything
Stayed in November 2022
Reviewed: 19 March 2022
Magda
SlovakiaWe had a lovely stay at the Biosphere Inn.The beach is 10 minutes from the hotel, you can use bikes, great snorkeling, colorful fish, we also saw turtles, stingrays, moray eels, sharks. The food was very tasty, we had a great selection, plenty of water, Chef Nazrol always came to ask how we were satisfied. The hotel owner and staff were very friendly and especially Johan was very nice, helpful, took care of us and made our stay unforgettable. We will never forget the pleasant birthday surprise, the delicious food and the beautiful decoration of the room. We enjoyed every day.Thank you for a great holiday.
Stayed in March 2022
Reviewed: 11 September 2021
Jagdish
IndiaExcellent value for money if you are looking for some quiet time and traveling on a budget , no frills, good basics , this is the place. Located in the center of the island , you can walk either side in less than 500 meters You get all the assistance by professional divers for scuba , and highlight is the Hanifaru Bay for Mantas in season Excellent host in John Arogiadass who makes it worth the while
Stayed in September 2021
Reviewed: 3 September 2021
Anas
Saudi ArabiaNothing
Everything was good... location was great ,Rooms were super clean... staff is very polite and helpful.. specially owner of the hotel and John... both were very caring... every single need was met... Breakfast was good and they are always there to help u... you can find cafes and other shops nearby.......HIGHLY RECOMMENDED... Good job BIOSPEHERE
Stayed in September 2021
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