Hotel Lonuveli
A beachfront base in Hulhumalé, three kilometres from the airport.
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Hotel Lonuveli is a 4-star hotel on the beachfront in Hulhumalé, part of Greater Malé, with rooms starting at $72.84 per night including free breakfast. The Sinamalé Bridge connects Hulhumalé to the airport island, making this one of the more straightforward arrivals in the Maldives — no seaplane, no speedboat. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, a bar, a coffee house, and water sport facilities. Room service runs around the clock, and the front desk is staffed 24 hours. For travellers who want a foothold in the Maldives without a long transfer, this is a practical choice.
The honest verdict
A straightforward 4-star hotel in Hulhumalé with free breakfast, sea-view room options, on-site dining, and an easy taxi ride from the airport.
Best for
- Travellers wanting a short airport transfer
- Couples and honeymooners on a budget
- Families needing accessible facilities
- Business travellers with meeting needs
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a remote island experience
- Guests wanting an alcohol-free stay
Beachfront position in Hulhumalé
The hotel sits directly on the beachfront in Hulhumalé. The nearest public beach is within reach, and the location draws consistent praise from guests for its convenience to the airport, local restaurants, and things to do on the island.
Rooms with sea views
Four room categories are available, all sleeping two on a large double bed. The Deluxe Sea View and Honeymoon Sea View rooms include a balcony and direct sea outlook. Every room has air conditioning, a minibar, free WiFi, and bathrobes.
On-site dining and drinks
There is a restaurant, a bar, and a coffee house on the property. Free breakfast — served as a buffet — is included in the room rate. Breakfast can also be delivered to your room.
Water sports and local activities
Water sport facilities are available on site. The hotel also arranges tours and classes focused on local culture, and hiking is listed among the activities. The concierge can help plan excursions from Hulhumalé.
Family and accessibility features
Family rooms are available, and the hotel has facilities for disabled guests. Babysitting and child services can be arranged. An ATM, currency exchange, and luggage storage are all on the property.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Sea View
sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
Super Deluxe
sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
Honeymoon Sea View
sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Hotel Lonuveli
Amenities at Hotel Lonuveli
Great for your stay
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Water sport facilities on site
- Hiking
Activities
- Tour or class about local culture
- Water sport facilities on site
- Hiking
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
Internet
- Internet services
Reception services
- Invoice provided
- Concierge service
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- Express check-in/check-out
- 24-hour front desk
Family friendly
- Family rooms
- Babysitting/child services
Getting there
Hotel Lonuveli is 3 km from Velana International Airport in Hulhumalé. The trip is a short taxi ride across the Sinamalé Bridge — no boat transfer required. The hotel offers an airport shuttle at an extra charge, or a local taxi is straightforward to arrange on arrival.
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 396 Google reviews, the hotel holds a 3.6/5 rating. Location and nature draw the most consistent praise — 40 of 51 location mentions and 36 of 50 nature mentions were positive. Service scored well too, with 63 positive out of 87 mentions. Bathrooms and rooms generated more mixed feedback, with cleanliness also split.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants4.4
- 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 Hotel Lonuveli?
The hotel is 3 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge, which connects the airport island to Hulhumalé. An airport shuttle is available from the hotel at an extra charge.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included and served as a buffet. You can also request breakfast in your room through room service.
What room types are available?
There are four categories: Deluxe, Deluxe Sea View, Super Deluxe, and Honeymoon Sea View. All sleep two on a large double bed. Sea view rooms include a balcony with a view of the sea.
Which room is best for a sea view?
Both the Deluxe Sea View and the Honeymoon Sea View rooms include a balcony and a sea outlook. The Honeymoon Sea View also has a bath or shower and a safety deposit box.
Is there a restaurant and bar on site?
Yes. The hotel has a restaurant, a bar, and a coffee house on the property. Room service is also available around the clock.
Are there water sports available?
Water sport facilities are on site at the hotel. The concierge can also help arrange tours focused on local culture, as well as hiking.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
Yes. Family rooms are available, babysitting and child services can be arranged, and the property has facilities for disabled guests.
Is there parking at Hotel Lonuveli?
Free parking is available on site.
Does the hotel have meeting facilities?
Yes. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, along with fax and photocopying services, making the hotel a workable base for business travellers.
Is there an ATM or currency exchange at the hotel?
Both an ATM and a currency exchange are available on site. The front desk operates 24 hours and can also assist with concierge and express check-in or check-out.
What is the Google rating for Hotel Lonuveli?
Hotel Lonuveli has a Google rating of 3.6/5 based on 396 reviews. Location and nature are the most positively reviewed themes among guests.
How do I book Hotel Lonuveli?
Rooms start from $72.84 per night including breakfast. You can book directly through the hotel or via online travel platforms. The 24-hour front desk can assist with reservations and enquiries.