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Ari Grand Hotel & Spa

4.5 star property
Travelers find their tropical paradise at this beachfront hotel where they can unwind with a massage or lounge beside two inviting pools

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The Ari Grand Hotel & Spa sits near Bikini Beach with its own private stretch of sand and sun loungers. Guests can book a Thai massage at the spa or choose between two pools - the main outdoor pool or a children's pool that's monitored by an attentive lifeguard.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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Balcony view

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Memory foam bed
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down duvets, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Garden view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Separate bathtub and shower, jetted bath, rainfall showerhead

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Ocean view
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Down duvets, memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Terrace/patio

Junior Studio Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Memory foam bed
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Separate bath and shower
  • Ocean view
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in Dhangethi, Ari Grand Hotel & Spa is in the entertainment district and on a private beach. Dhangethi Port and Maafushivaru Island Jetty are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bikini Beach and Dhangethi Beach. Ranveli Beach and Villingilivaru Island Pier are two other places to visit that come recommended. Snorkelling, windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby. Visit our Dhangethi travel guide
Map
Roma Ujaalaa Magu, 00060 7 YES, Dhangethi, South Ari Atoll, 00060

What's nearby

  • Bikini Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dhangethi Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dhangethi Port
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Kuda Miskiy
    6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Suan Bua (สวนบัว)
  • The Reef
  • Coral Bar
  • Amaya Resorts & Spas - Kuda Rah - Main Restaurant
  • Funama Restaurant

About this property

Ari Grand Hotel & Spa

Luxury family-friendly hotel near Bikini Beach
Located close to Dhangethi Port and Dhangethi Beach, Ari Grand Hotel & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, free beach cabanas and sunloungers. Treat yourself to a Thai massage at the on-site spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Zest Feast, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as shopping on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and a lifeguard on site
  • Bike hire, babysitting (surcharge) and outdoor furniture
  • A TV in reception, ATM/banking services and a 24-hour front desk
  • Massage treatment rooms, barbecues and a porter/bellboy
Room features
All guest rooms at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa include comforts, such as private indoor hot tubs and furnished balconies, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Children's books and art supplies
  • Memory foam beds and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with Jetted bath and rainfall showers
  • 42-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and free tea bags/instant coffee

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Zest Feast
  • Zest Feast Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Art supplies
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free beach cabanas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high)
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift (122 centimetre wide door)
  • Low-height electrical sockets in bathroom
  • Magnifying mirror
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Lifeguards

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Boat transfer per adult: USD 45 (one-way)
  • Boat transfer per child: USD 35 (one-way), from 2 to 12 years old

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Ari Grand Hotel & Spa Hotel
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa Dhangethi
Ari Grand Hotel & Spa Hotel Dhangethi

Frequently asked questions

Does Ari Grand Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Is Ari Grand Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Ari Grand Hotel & Spa?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Ari Grand Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Dhangethi, this beachfront hotel is in the historical district and within a 5-minute walk of Bikini Beach and Dhangethi Beach. Dhangethi Port and Villingilivaru Island Pier are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Ari Grand Hotel & Spa Reviews

7.8

Good

6.4

Cleanliness

4.8

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jonas Roger

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The woman in the reception was fatastic. The cleaning of the rooms did not work as it should and the breakfast was not good
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Stefan Kurt

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vom Balkon aus hat man den Ausblick auf eine riesige Baustelle die sehr laut ist. Außerdem ist die Juniorsuite nicht so auagestattet wie in der Beschreibung angegeben. Keine Bademäntel.keine Hausschuhe und auch keine Zahnbürsten. Duschgelspender war auch defekt. Kann ich nicht weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mikkel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dejligt hotel,med en fantastisk kok der får det bedste ud af de muligheder der er på en lille ø midt i havet. Maldiverne er til 100 % afslapning
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024