CRYSTAL SANDS, Maafushi

Crystal Sands - A 3-star beachfront guesthouse with sea-view balconies, free Wi-Fi, and an in-house restaurant serving Maldivian and Western cuisine

Crystal Sands offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen satellite TVs, minibars, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Some rooms feature extra-large balconies with sea, beach, island, or city views, along with seating areas. The guesthouse provides free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk, a tour desk, and a garden for relaxation. Guests can enjoy Maldivian and Western dishes at the on-site restaurant, which also serves a hearty breakfast with Chinese options. Activities such as snorkeling and fishing are available, while nearby attractions include Bikini Beach (0.5 km) and Sand Bank Snorkel Island (4 km). The property arranges speedboat or ferry transfers from Malé, taking 30 minutes or 1.5 hours, respectively. Staff speak English and Mandarin Chinese, and babysitting services are offered.

Pros

Sea-view balconies in select rooms provide direct views of the ocean or island.

Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property.

The on-site restaurant serves both Maldivian and Western cuisine, including breakfast with Chinese options.

Proximity to Bikini Beach (0.5 km) and easy access to water activities like snorkeling and fishing.

Cons

The nearest airport requires a 30-minute speedboat or 1.5-hour ferry transfer.

Some rooms face the city rather than the sea.