Ukulhas View
A beachfront guest house on a local Maldivian island
A local-island guesthouse on Ukulhas
Ukulhas View sits directly on the beach on Ukulhas island, about 74 km from Velana International Airport and reached by seaplane. It is a small guest house — the kind that puts you on a real inhabited island rather than a private resort. Rooms start from $125 per night and breakfast is included. The property has a private beach area and a garden, and staff speak English. Several cafes and restaurants are within walking distance, and Turtle Reef snorkelling is only 170 metres away.
Who this stay suits
A simple, honest beachfront guest house on a local Maldivian island, with direct beach access, breakfast included, and easy walking distance to island dining and snorkelling.
Best for
- Travellers wanting a local-island experience
- Families needing family rooms
- Snorkelling day-trippers near Turtle Reef
- Budget-conscious couples from $125/night
Less suited to
- Those wanting a full-service resort
- Travellers who prefer alcohol on-site
- Guests seeking extensive on-site facilities
Beach and outdoor setting
The guest house is directly beachfront with a private beach area and outdoor furniture in the garden. You can walk onto the beach without leaving the property — useful when Turtle Reef snorkelling is less than 200 metres along the shoreline.
A genuine local-island location
Ukulhas is an inhabited Maldivian island with its own cafes and restaurants clustered within 160 metres of the guest house. This is an everyday island community, not a resort island — which is the point for many guests who book here.
Room setup and comfort
Each room has air conditioning, a private bathroom, and free WiFi. The bed configuration is flexible — a queen or twin arrangement where available — which suits both couples and small groups travelling together.
The rooms
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony
sleeps 2 · Select your bed (if available) 1 queen bed 3 twin beds
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
Inside Ukulhas View
Amenities at Ukulhas View
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Beachfront
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Private beach area
- Breakfast
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Private beach area
- Beachfront
- Beach
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Garden
Activities
- Beach
Services
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
How to get there
Ukulhas View is on Ukulhas island, roughly 74 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane. Once you arrive on the island, the guest house runs an airport shuttle service to the property, available at an additional charge — worth arranging ahead of arrival.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
The location
5 sights nearby; the nearest beach, Ukulhas bikini beach, is 140 m away.
Things to do nearby
- Kudamiski'yplace of worship40 m
- Ukulhas bikini beachbeach140 m
- AA. Ukulhasmarina270 m
- Sunrise view pointviewpoint330 m
- Ukulhas Fushiattraction2.2 km
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Ukulhas View has a Google rating of 4.3/5 across 27 reviews. The beachfront position and access to the private beach are the consistent draws. Being on a local island means the surrounding cafes and Turtle Reef are within easy reach, which guests treating Ukulhas as a base tend to appreciate.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 27 · average 9.6
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring 7–9: 3 · average 8
They wrote about: room, breakfast, location
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Things to know
The fine print
- Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Accepted payment methods
Cash
- Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
As published by the booking provider · always reconfirm with the property
Frequently asked
How do I get to Ukulhas View from the airport?
The guest house is reached by seaplane from Velana International Airport. The island is approximately 74 km from the airport. The property provides an airport shuttle service, though this is available at an additional charge.
What room types are available?
There is one room category: the Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Balcony. It sleeps two and, subject to availability, can be configured with one queen bed or twin beds. All rooms have a private bathroom and free WiFi.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, breakfast is included in the stay at Ukulhas View.
Are there dining options nearby?
Several cafes and restaurants are within 200 metres of the property, including Tropical Treats, Beach Blends, Ukulhas Dine, and Black y Garden. Most are a short walk away along the island.
Is there a beach at the property?
Yes. Ukulhas View is directly beachfront and has a private beach area. There is also outdoor furniture in the garden area.
Can families stay here?
Family rooms are available at Ukulhas View. The property is non-smoking throughout.
Is snorkelling possible near the guest house?
Turtle Reef snorkelling is approximately 170 metres from the property. Snorkelling excursions are typically arranged through local operators on the island rather than directly on-site.
What is the price per night?
Rooms start from $125 per night. This rate includes breakfast. The airport shuttle is available at an additional charge.
Do staff speak English?
Yes, English is spoken at Ukulhas View.
Is alcohol available at the property?
Ukulhas is a local inhabited island in the Maldives. As with other local islands, alcohol is not served on-site at the guest house.
What is the Google rating for Ukulhas View?
Ukulhas View has a Google rating of 4.3/5 based on 27 reviews.
How do I book Ukulhas View?
You can book directly through the guest house or via third-party booking platforms. The airport shuttle must be arranged in advance as it carries an additional charge.