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Sands Inn

3.5 star property
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Ari Atoll

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Beach nearby, white sand
Front of property
TV
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Standard Double Room | Living area | TV
Travelers find a quiet escape at Sands Inn, complete with a garden for unwinding after activities. The property features an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and free bicycle rentals. Its airport-adjacent location offers easy access, while WiFi keeps guests connected.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Tonight

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Tomorrow

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Reception

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Reception

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Day bed
Bidet
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Chaandhanee Magu, Mathiveri, North Central Province

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Mathiveri Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mathiveri Ferry Terminal - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Folhudhoo Harbor - 46 min drive - 3.0 miles

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Palace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Lagoon View Maldives - ‬49 min drive
  • Coffee Village
  • Veli Restaurant
  • ‪Happy Land Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sands Inn

Hotel near Ari Atoll
A terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at Sands Inn. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and laundry facilities.
Additional perks include:
  • Free bicycle rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Sands Inn boast comforts such as free international calls and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and bidets
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Ecotours
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free international calls
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges USD 3.6 for credit card payments
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
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35 per day

Property 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.
  • Boat transfer per adult: USD 60 (one-way)
  • Boat transfer per child: USD 60 (one-way), from 1 to 17 years old

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

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of USD 3.6

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Sands Inn Hotel
Sands Inn Mathiveri
Sands Inn Hotel Mathiveri

Frequently asked questions

Is Sands Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sands Inn?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sands Inn?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sands Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Sands Inn provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Sands Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is steps from Ari Atoll and 10 mi (16.1 km) from Ukulhas Beach.

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