Awesome Suite
A straightforward base in Hulhumalé, steps from good food.
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Awesome Suite is a guest house in Hulhumalé, the planned island city connected to Velana International Airport by the Sinamalé Bridge. The airport is around 3 km away, reachable by taxi without a boat or seaplane. Rooms come with private bathrooms, balconies, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs. A continental breakfast is available. Several restaurants — including Bombay Darbar, CICCIA, and Rusk Cafe — are within 50 metres of the property.
The honest verdict
A budget-friendly guest house with basic but functional rooms, a handy location in Hulhumalé, and easy airport access via road transfer.
Best for
- Transit stays near the airport
- Travellers who prefer road access over boat transfers
- Those looking for a low-cost Maldives base
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort-level facilities
- Those seeking a beach or lagoon setting
Location in Hulhumalé
The guest house sits on Hulhumalé island, 3 km from Velana International Airport across the Sinamalé Bridge. Dozens of restaurants are within a short walk, including Indian, Italian, and café options right on the doorstep.
Room setup and comfort
Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer, plus a balcony with a view. Air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a tea and coffee maker are standard. Extra towels and sheets are available for a fee.
Practical in-room extras
An electric kettle and tea and coffee maker mean you can sort your own drinks without leaving the room. Linen, a wardrobe, and room service round out the basics for a short or overnight stay.
Inside Awesome Suite
Amenities at Awesome Suite
Great for your stay
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Bath
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Balcony
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
Getting there
Awesome Suite is in Hulhumalé, roughly 3 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by road taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge — no boat crossing is needed. An airport shuttle is also available through the property. The journey is short and straightforward for early arrivals or late departures.
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
Where to eat
- taste of ppnjab restaurant 0.0 km
- Bombay Darbar restaurant 0.01 km
- CICCIA restaurant 0.03 km
- Rusk Cafe restaurant 0.04 km
- SHAWARMASHI restaurant 0.04 km
- marinate restaurant 0.06 km
Awesome Suite has a Google rating of 3/5 from 52 reviews. Specific review themes are not available for this property, so it is worth reading recent guest feedback directly before booking to get a current picture of the experience.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to Awesome Suite?
The transfer is by airport taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge. The property is approximately 3 km from Velana International Airport, and no boat or seaplane is involved.
Does the guest house offer an airport shuttle?
Yes, an airport shuttle is listed among the property's amenities, in addition to the standard taxi option across the Sinamalé Bridge.
Is breakfast included?
A continental breakfast is available at the property. Check at booking whether it is included in your rate or charged separately.
Do rooms have private bathrooms?
Yes. Every room has a private bathroom with a toilet, shower, bath, free toiletries, hairdryer, and towels. Extra towels and sheets can be requested for an additional fee.
Do rooms have balconies?
Yes, each room includes a balcony with a view, along with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a tea and coffee maker.
Is Hulhumalé an alcohol-free island?
Yes. Hulhumalé is part of Greater Malé and is alcohol-free, as is the case across inhabited local islands in the Maldives. No bar is available at this property.
Is there a house reef or beach at the property?
Awesome Suite is a city guest house in Hulhumalé. There is no on-site house reef. The nearest beach is a public beach on the island, reached separately.
What dining options are nearby?
Several restaurants are within 100 metres, including Bombay Darbar at 10 metres, CICCIA at 30 metres, Rusk Cafe at 40 metres, and Pasta Mania at 90 metres, covering Indian, Italian, and café menus.
Is room service available?
Yes, room service is listed as an available amenity at the guest house.
Are the rooms non-smoking?
Non-smoking rooms are available at Awesome Suite.
What is the Google rating for Awesome Suite?
The property has a Google rating of 3/5 based on 52 reviews. Reading recent reviews before booking is recommended for the most current feedback.
How far is Awesome Suite from central Malé?
Hulhumalé and Malé are separate islands. Hulhumalé is connected to the airport island by the Sinamalé Bridge; crossing to Malé itself requires an additional ferry or taxi journey.