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                                                    Mala Boutique Inn Dhangethi

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                                                    About Mala Boutique Inn Dhangethi

                                                    Mala Boutique Inn Dhangethi is a charming guesthouse in the Maldives, offering cozy rooms, local island experiences, diving excursions, pristine beaches, and warm hospitality for a relaxing getaway.

                                                    Dhangethi, Maldives

                                                    How To Get There

                                                    The recommended transfer option is by speedboat (Male' to Dhangethi at 4 o'clock in the evening - Dhangethi to Male' at 7 o'clock in the morning). Round Trip at USD 70 per person.

                                                    Dive Overview

                                                    Scuba diving in Maldives gives you some of the best dive sites in the world. South Ari Atoll located in the west of the archipelago is famous for its year-round population of whale sharks and Mantas which cruise the outer atoll channel gorging themselves on planktons. All famous dive sites within maximum 45 mins traveling from the dive center in Dhangethi.

                                                    [Read More: Maldives Dive Travel Guide]

                                                    Accommodation Overview

                                                    Mala boutique inn offers 7 fully air-conditioned rooms. All rooms are equipped with mini bar, hot/cold water, TV and internet access with free Wi-Fi.

                                                    Standard Double Room

                                                    • This is a garden view room measuring 15m2 with a tiled floor, suitable for 2 adults. Fan and Air conditioning are available which will allow the guests to set the room temperature to their taste.
                                                    • The room comes with a Queen sized bed and a flat-screen TV (with satellite channels) mounted to the wall in the front. A minibar is available in case the guest needs to grab a quick drink. The room is also equipped with a closet/wardrobe and a vanity table. The attached bathroom is fully equipped with free toiletries and towels. Also has a thermostatic shower valve which allows the guest to set the temperature of the shower water to their taste.

                                                    Superior Double Room

                                                    • One if the Best Room in the Hotel. Measuring 17m2, suitable for Couples / Friends or Families of three. Fan and Air conditioning is available which will allow the guests to set the room temperature to their taste. Each room comes with a Queen sized bed and a flat-screen TV (with satellite channels) mounted to the wall in the front.
                                                    • A mini bar is available in case the guest needs to grab a quick drink. Both the rooms are also equipped with a closet/wardrobe and a vanity table Both of the interconnected rooms are attached with two separate bathrooms and are fully equipped with free toiletries and towels. Also has a thermostatic shower valve which allows he guests to set the temperature of the shower water to their taste.

                                                    Deluxe Double Room

                                                    • The Big Room. This is a garden view room measuring 26m2 with a tiled floor, suitable for maximum 4 guests. Fan and Air conditioning is available which will allow the guests to set the room temperature to their taste. The room comes with a king sized bed and a flat-screen TV (with satellite channels) mounted to the wall in the front. A mini bar is available ( on Request ) in case if the guest needs to grab a quick drink.
                                                    • The room is also equipped with a closet/wardrobe and a vanity table. The attached bathroom is fully equipped with free toiletries and towels. Also has a thermostatic shower valve which allows he guest to set the temperature of the shower water to their taste.

                                                    Food & Drinks

                                                    Mala Boutique Inn offers a wonderful dining experience, which brings you to the true culture of the island lifestyle. The guests have a wide range of food and beverage options to choose from based on their liking of cuisine, the preference for the kind of ambiance and the preferred style of service.

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                                                    Dhangethi Dive Overview

                                                    Dhangethi is the ideal place to discover diving with over 30 diving spots. Jump into the stunning underwater realm that gives you infinite opportunities to set your eyes on the luminary coral reef metropolis, vibrant with nautical life. South Ari Atoll is home to the best diving in the Maldives and we present an excellent jumping-off spot for trying to uncover everything thats on your Maldives wish list. Dhangethi Corner has a very fascinating coral peninsula that starts at 12 meters sloping down to the channel opening at 25 meters and Schools of batfish and clouds of fusiliers, turtles, napoleons and white tip reef sharks have all been spotted here. Guests will have diving experts guiding them throughout the voyage.

                                                    Dive Center Information

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                                                    Mala Boutique Inn Dive Center Overview

                                                    Mala Boutique Hotel's dive center, South Ari Dive Center, is located just next to the hotel. It is the first ever PADI 5 Star dive center in South Ari Atoll. With more than 17 years experienced experts in diving, they combine the friendliness and hospitality from south Ari Dive, their diving experts experience with the beautiful underwater world of the Maldives and high safety standards of this 5* PADI dive center to make your diving holiday a fun-filled one to cherish for a lifetime.

                                                    Dive Center Features

                                                    • Nitrox
                                                    • Wall diving, wreck diving, night diving
                                                    • Day dive trips
                                                    • PADI dive courses
                                                    • Camera room
                                                    • Equipment rental

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                                                    • Restaurant
                                                    • Fitness gym
                                                    • Private beach
                                                    • Babysitting
                                                    • Room service
                                                    • Tour desk

                                                    Resort activities

                                                    • Scuba diving
                                                    • Night fishing with BBQ
                                                    • Snorkeling
                                                    • Watersports: jet ski
                                                    • fun tube
                                                    • catamaran
                                                    • kite surfing
                                                    • canoe riding
                                                    • windsurfing
                                                    • wakeboard
                                                    • standup paddleboard
                                                    • etc.
                                                    • Sandbank trips
                                                    • Resort day trips
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                                                    Standard Double Room

                                                    Relax in this cozy 15m² garden view room featuring a queen-sized bed, flat-screen TV, minibar, and climate control for ultimate comfort.

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                                                    Electricity

                                                    230V

                                                    Time zone

                                                    UTC+5

                                                    Languages

                                                    English, German, Chinese, French, Italian, Japanese, & Russian

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                                                    Yes, Visa, Mastercard & American Express

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