South Ari Dive Center

3.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with a 24-hour fitness centre

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On the beach, white sand, free beach shuttle, beach towels
In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
International cuisine
Exterior
Fitness studio
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

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Room options

View all photos for Superior King Room with Two Free Dives per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Room with Two Free Dives per Night

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Three Dives per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room with Three Dives per Night

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room with One Free Dive per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room with One Free Dive per Night

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
TV
Washer/dryer
Private bathroom
Cable channels
Wardrobe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Frequently asked questions

Is South Ari Dive Center pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at South Ari Dive Center?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at South Ari Dive Center?

Check-in start time: 8 AM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at South Ari Dive Center?

Checkout is at noon.

Does South Ari Dive Center provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of USD 35 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at South Ari Dive Center?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is South Ari Dive Center located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dhangethi hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dhangethi Beach, Bikini Beach and Dhangethi Port. Kuda Miskiy is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) away.

South Ari Dive Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews" "
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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked with South Ari Dive, who were a fantastic dive centre with everything needed for a perfect diving holiday. Great friendly service, superb value and local dive site knowledge. They took us snorkelling with Mantas during our surface intervals which was a once-in-a-lifetime experience The accommodation is in a local guest house (not at the dive centre but 2 mins walk away). We stayed at Manta which was basic but pleasant and comfortable. Recommend B&B basis as the restaurants on Dhangethi are cheap and convenient. Service was okay though English could have been better and would have appreciated our towels to be changed for clean ones a couple of times during a 9 day stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Assad the manager is the Maldivian King of Hospitality! He treated me and my family so well I want to move there. I loved my stay there. We felt like we were are grandma’s house for the holidays absolutely outstanding service!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Incredible Diving and lodging on a nice island
This was a fantastic choice! I researched for a very long time before finding these great deals at South Ari Dive center. I chose this island for it's superb diving. We spent 7 nights. We chose a large King room and half board (breakfast and dinner). The lodging for this type of room was the Mala Boutique hotel. It is perfect right by the beach meals were served on the beach! The room was comfortable with everything we needed, hot water, ac, toiletries wifi, tv. The staff is amazing, very helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious and properly preparedand varied. you could tell the chef has proper training. They were willing to accommodate any limitations. My understanding is they have several accommodation options they are all close together and meals are served at Mala. We added diving which was an exceptional value and experience. They are a safe and caring PADI 5 star resort. We saw whale sharks, mantas and some incredible reefs. This is some of the best diving in the world! I did a lot of research and the Maldives can be confusing. This lodging is on an inhabited island a 1.5 hour $35USD daily speedboat ride from Male. There is also a ferry a few times a week. The island can easily be walked around and is s all, there are some basic shops and restaurants. There was 4G reception.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Philipp Christian, Laupheim

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, it is important to know that the South Ari Dive Center is a Dive Center - and NOT a hotel. So you are accommodated at at one of a few other hotels on the island. You do NOT stay at the South Ari Center. I was accommodated at the Banyan Villa, which was quite a nice, but simple hotel. But they also use other hotels. So I'm actually reviewing the Banyan Villa here: The hotel is small and familiar, the host is very welcoming and staff is really caring and helpful. I booked "full board & all inclusive" and was a bit astonished that this only included water, tea and (instant) coffee. So I complained and after a short discussion I got all sodas for free. That was OK for me, but I believe it's important to know. The food was a bit repetitive and not too exciting, but OK. Again, service was good. Rooms are spacious, beds are all good and A/C is working well. (I had to change rooms once in between, so I know more than one room ;-)) The room was only cleaned twice over my one-week stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Henkilökunta todella mukavaa ja avuliasta Ruoka maukasta. Ravintola ihanasti meren rannalla.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020