Whale Shark Boutique

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Scored 9.3
Rated superb

Staff

9.6

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About this property

Prime Beachfront Location: Whale Shark Boutique in Fenfushi offers a private beach area, beachfront, sun terrace, and lush garden. Guests enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature air-conditioning, private bathrooms, sea views, and modern amenities. Family rooms and ground-floor units cater to all travellers. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Indian, Italian, seafood, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes local specialities, fresh pastries, and vegetarian options. Leisure Activities: Guests can participate in yoga classes, film nights, and walking tours. Additional facilities include a coffee shop, outdoor seating, and a tour desk. Convenient Location: Located 3 km from Villa International Airport, the hotel provides a paid airport shuttle service. Highly rated by guests for its excellent service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Beachfront
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
  • Free cot available on request

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Halal, Asian, American, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Rooms with:

  • Sea view

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Double Room with Sea View
We have 3 left
  • 1 double bed
194 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Desk
  • TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Iron
  • Hairdryer
  • Fan
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Tumble dryer
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Fold-up bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
Max persons: 2
US$120 per night
Original price
US$495
Late Escape Deal
- US$99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$396
US$120 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$160 per night
Original price
US$660
Late Escape Deal
- US$132
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$528
US$160 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$184 per night
Original price
US$759
Late Escape Deal
- US$151.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$607.20
US$184 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Twin Room with Sea View
We have 1 left
194 feet²
Balcony
Sea view
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$120 per night
Original price
US$495
Late Escape Deal
- US$99
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$396
US$120 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Continental breakfast included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$160 per night
Original price
US$660
Late Escape Deal
- US$132
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$528
US$160 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Breakfast & dinner included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$184 per night
Original price
US$759
Late Escape Deal
- US$151.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$607.20
US$184 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Included: 10 % Service charge
Excluded: 17 % Goods & services tax
  • Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
  • Costs 50% to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
  • You won't be charged yet

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Georgii
    Russia Russia
    “Hello. Stayed at this hotel in April 2025. Very nice, clean and new hotel. Very responsive staff that will help cool your vacation. I would like to make a special mention of the cook Yugesh. A very nice and talented guy who will cook...”
  • Zuzanna
    Poland Poland
    “Amazing hotel located just a few meters from the bikini beach, where you have sun beds and umbrellas provided by the hotel (free of charge). The building is new and very well equipped. Rooms are spacious, clean and beds are very comfortable. The...”
  • Monika
    Sweden Sweden
    “Rooms well planned, lobby/restaurant area nice tropical wibe. Small remote island but hotel keep you both well feed and a lots of tours available. The manager and his staff is very attentive and give their all for you to feel welcome.”
  • Alfred
    Spain Spain
    “L’hotel és nou, molt bonic i confortable. Té 9 o 10 habitacions molt ben equipades a una relació qualitat preu immillorable, el tracte de TOT l’equip és molt amigable/familiar i estan molt pendents de tots els detalls. Preparen uns dinars i sopars...”
  • Carlo
    Chile Chile
    “Pequeño hotel de 9 habitaciones recién construido. Muy bien decorado, cómodo y el personal fue lo mejor.”
  • Stefaniatordoyapaz
    Argentina Argentina
    “La realidad es que el precio es acorde al hospedaje, la habitación es amplia, con balcón y la playa que esta cerca es literalmente solo para nosotros.”
  • Fernanda
    Mexico Mexico
    “Todo!! El personal es increíble, te hacen sentir en un paraíso! No tienes que pensar en nada, solo disfrutar. La comida es excelente. La ubicación es excepcional ya que tienes acceso a la playa, las dos playas que tienen de opción es increíble. Es...”
  • Kris
    Poland Poland
    “The stay was quite successful. This is the only hotel on the island. We were the only tourists in the hotel, just like on the beach :) It's a rarity, worth experiencing. The cuisine in the hotel is very good, although the selection is quite small....”
  • Samuel
    Slovakia Slovakia
    “Whale Shark boutique is located in a quiet place, just 3 minutes by walk from bikini beach. Hotel is surrounded by beautiful nature, where lives a rich variety of local animals. We stayed in a cozy, well equipped room with nice seaview. Room is...”
  • Christian
    Austria Austria
    “We had such a wonderful time staying at Whale Shark Boutique Hotel. Everything about our stay was fantastic, from the comfortable room and local breakfast to the friendly staff and helpful service from Silva and his team. We were particularly...”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Boutique caffe
    • Cuisine
      Indian • Italian • Pizza • Seafood • Local • Asian • International • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Whale Shark Boutique takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 12:00 to 14:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
11+ years
Extra bed upon request
US$45 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property can be reached from Malé International Airport by a domestic flight transfer, a scheduled speedboat, a seaplane or a private transfer.

The charges are as follows:

Domestic Flight Transfer: From Malé Airport (Velana International Airport)

- USD 130 per person per way

Scheduled Speedboat: From Malé Airport (Velana International Airport)

- USD 60 per person per way

Seaplane: From Malé Airport (Velana International Airport)

- USD 200 per person per way

Private Speedboat Transfer (scheduled at guest’s preferred time):

- USD 1500 per way (accommodates up to 18 people)

Please note that a Green Tax of USD 6 per tourist, per day is applicable and payable at the property.

Please share your flight details with the property at least 2 days before your arrival to secure your seat for the transfer.

Children under 2 years old will eat for free, according to the rules and meal plan, when accompanied by an adult.

Please note that this property does not serve alcohol.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Whale Shark Boutique in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.