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Whaleshark Beach

3.0 star property
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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Exterior
Enjoy ocean views from the rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and lush surroundings.
Welcome to Whaleshark Beach, where tropical surroundings meet the ocean.
Two large beds with matching headboards, flat-screen TV, and a desk with chair.
Guests can dine al fresco with a view of the ocean from this outdoor dining area, surrounded by comfortable seating and glass railings.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
The current price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug

Room options

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Two large beds with matching headboards, flat-screen TV, and a desk with chair.

Super Deluxe with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV.

Premier Island View with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior room with Balcony

Relax in comfort with a large bed and two bedside lamps.

Superior room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and desk area.

Premier Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Deluxe room with Balcony

Two single beds and a large bed with neutral-toned headboard, air conditioning unit, and large window.

Deluxe room with Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and modern chair, offering a comfortable workspace and serene views.

Superior Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
2 bathrooms
Desk
In-room safe
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
Majeedhee Magu, Dhigurah, Alif Dhaal Atoll, 00070

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Dhigurah Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cafe' Lux
  • Mixe
  • Senses Restaurant
  • Coral Bar
  • East Market

About this property

Whaleshark Beach

Property highlights
At Whaleshark Beach, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a rooftop terrace and a garden. This guest house is a great place to bask in the sun with a white sand beach, scuba diving and fishing. Enjoy on-site activities, such as rowing/canoeing, snorkelling and motor boating. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a bar.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A paddleboard on-site, a lift and concierge services
  • Outdoor furniture, a 24-hour front desk and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guestrooms at Whaleshark Beach offer comforts such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Wardrobes/cupboards and balconies
  • Daily housekeeping, desks and phones

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Paddleboard
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

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
  • Lift (79 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per day

Payment types

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.

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

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per day

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
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
Property Registration Number 1002313GST501

Property is also known as

Whaleshark Beach Dhigurah
Whaleshark Beach Guesthouse
Whaleshark Beach Guesthouse Dhigurah

Frequently asked questions

Is Whaleshark Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whaleshark Beach?

As of 7 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whaleshark Beach on 14 Aug 2025 start from NZ$241.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Whaleshark Beach?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whaleshark Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Whaleshark Beach?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Whaleshark Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Dhigurah guesthouse is just steps away from Ari Atoll and Dhigurah Beach. Dhidhoofinolhu Marina is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

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Whaleshark Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sergej

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

We had a wonderful time @Whaleshark beach hotel. We felt very welcome and safe. Good location right in a middle of the village, close to the beach and shops. Strong wifi, good restaurant and possibility to book a tour. Special thanks to the friendly staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great new property with a very professional and pleasant staff. The rooms are brand new and very comfortable and equipped with all you need.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pizza was the best thing on the menu. Nice large room. Close to bikini beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 5 nights, we were welcomed by the manager and other staff on arrival - they helped us with everything from arranging speedboat transfers for arriving and leaving the island to booking excursions. The hotel and rooms were nice and modern and had everything we needed, the buffet breakfast was nice and had different choices each day. The location was perfect, a 5 min walk to a beautiful quiet bikini beach, we also had transport to take us to the sandbank at the bottom of the island. We went on an excursion to snorkel with manta rays, the boat captain and guide were friendly and service was great. The island itself is quite small so everywhere is walkable, there’s a lot of wildlife to see on land and in the sea and everyone is friendly. I would choose to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value, very good service, great manager.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSHUA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giuseppe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Siamo stati ospiti dell’Hotel Whalesharkbeach e siamo rimasti positivamente sorpresi dalla gentilezza del personale la comodità e la pulizia delle camere, dalla colazione abbondante e squisita, dalle offerte delle escursioni e dalla professionalità gestionale di Lola

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wunderschöner Aufenthalt…wir haben uns rundum wohlgefühlt - herzlichen Dank an das ganze Team! Als Fachpersonen wissen wir, wie viel Freude und Leidenschaft zu dieser Arbeit gehört, das ganze Team war immer freundlich, aufmerksam und stets gut gelaunt. Alles war sehr gut organisiert, wir hatten tolle Ausflüge mit einem super Boots-Team, können vor allem das Manta und Schildkröten Schnorcheln empfehlen. Wir würden jederzeit gern wieder unseren Urlaub hier geniessen!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Fernanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente. Habitación amplia, cómoda, nueva, limpia. El personal un 10!, amables, serviciales y dispuestos a que la estancia sea increíble. Tuvieron la amabilidad de adaptar los desayunos y cenas para nosotros que somos veganos. Muy recomendable.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The loveliest stay on an incredible Island

This hotel is incredible. From the golf cart pickup on my arrival right up until they waved me goodbye on my departure boat, the whole team were friendly, welcoming and just a pure joy. The hotel itself is modern and clean with all the required facilities to ensure a comfortable stay. The food at the restaurant is also great! This will surely be my home in Dhigurah from now on, an island which I now plan to visit many many times!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Würden jederzeit wieder kommen!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr sauber, sehr gut., sehr nette Personal. Schade Zimmer zu klein
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ein schönes Hotel mit gutem Frühstück, bequemen Betten und freundlichem zuvorkommendem Personal.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederik

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente atendimento

Experiência maravilhosa, Lola é uma gerente excelente e uma pessoa muito amável, que nos ajudou bastante durante nossa estadia. Lola foi a principal responsavel para que nossa experiência fosse incrível! Os funcionários são muito amáveis também, especialmente a Babita. Certamente voltaremos nesse mesmo hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gaël

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Würde es weiter empfehlen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024