Manta Reserve
Manta Reserve Thandiraiymaage, Orchid Magu
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20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
20 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“It was really peaceful, lovely place and all the staff were very helpful”
“The staff were like family and helpful, making us feel at home from the moment w…”
“near beach, beach towels and beach chairs provided, friendly staff”
“The hotel was clean, comfortable, and in the perfect location just steps from th…”
“The rooms are very spacious and nice”
“We booked a room with patio for a family of 4”
“Wifi was great and rooms were very clean”
“I was clean and tidy”
“Dinner is the best, you can tell what would you like to eat including fresh coco…”
“The breakfast, the Chef and the staff guys, and their cat:)”
Overview
Boasting a garden, BBQ facilities and views of garden, Manta Reserve is situated in Maalhos, a few steps from Bikini Beach. This 3-star hotel offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and free WiFi. The accommodation features room service, luggage storage space and currency exchange for guests. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the hotel. Guests at Manta Reserve will be able to enjoy activities in and around Maalhos, like snorkelling. The nearest airport is Dharavandhoo Airport, 4 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Aamand
couple
June 8, 2026
It was amazing. Me and my friend got very sick while staying there and they helped us with everything. They drove us to the hospital, called an ambulance og served lunch and dinner for us every day. The rooms are very spacious and nice. The bed is big and soft. We don’t have any complaints at all.
Roma
solo_traveller
December 22, 2025
Guesthouse was nice and the manager was great
Bwps
family_with_children
December 19, 2025
“Serenity stay for family”
It was really peaceful, lovely place and all the staff were very helpful. They helped to arrange our speedboat transfer from Male. We booked a room with patio for a family of 4. There was a connecting room that was available and not occupied. We decided to take the room as we could have more space. The guesthouse was so generous and allowed us to have the room complimentry for our stay. Very thankful for the generous gesture.
dmitri ivan
extended_group
August 29, 2025
“Great Stay”
near beach, beach towels and beach chairs provided, friendly staff.
Amanda
solo_traveller
August 28, 2025
“Perfect stay”
Had the most amazing stay among the three islands we stayed during my trip. The hotel was clean, comfortable, and in the perfect location just steps from the beach. The staff were like family and helpful, making us feel at home from the moment we arrived. Excursions were unforgettable, especially snorkeling with manta rays and turtle point snorkeling. Truly a hidden gem – will definitely be back!
Liva
family_with_children
March 26, 2025
“Excellent local expierence”
A wonderfull guest house if you look for an autentic local island experience. Its perfectly located away from the islands more touristly part, but you can walk there in 4min. The staff is wonderful, they made us feel very welcomed and tended to our every wish, but also gave us a lot of space. We traveled with two small children and were received with warmth and patiente. The best thing about this hotel is the cook Crispin - we felt like having a private chef during our stay, he made amazing local and indian dishes, always asked for feedback and tailored the menu to our likeings. Just amazing. Thank you all so much!
Toby
couple
March 20, 2025
“Perfect for beach and snorkeling lovers”
Perfect island with a nice house reef and a beautiful beach. The hotel is a minute away from the tourist beach
Olga
extended_group
March 12, 2025
“Amazing for snorkeling and scuba diving”
Dinner is the best, you can tell what would you like to eat including fresh coconut juice Breakfast quite good Amazing home reef without currents Friendly stuff
Tiina
couple
March 7, 2025
A friendly staff.
Tina
family_with_children
February 27, 2025
“Maalhos is definitely one of the most beautiful islands of Maldives, worth coming, with nice people and not many tourist”
We were a family of 4, with two teenagers, and we had two beautiful connected large rooms. Wifi was great and rooms were very clean. Everything was beautiful arranged with palms, trees, flowers everywhere. The guesthouse is located almost on the beach and just a short walk to bikini beach and the most beautiful house coral reef. We would recommend going on coral garden and turtles snorkeling trip.
Sarah
family_with_children
February 27, 2025
“Perfect Perfect and Organised”
Perfect spot to experience a relaxing holiday. The island was rural , untouched, beach was as big and beautiful it can be and local people were amazing. The hotel was located in the most silent part of the island and few minutes from the bikini beach. Mr. Naeem who is originally from the island was the perfect host and took us snorkeling and fishing.
Barbora
couple
February 16, 2025
“Good”
availability of drinking water, a skilled and helpful chef, spacious room, near the beach
Sanna
couple
February 16, 2025
“There is plenty of potential to be a great hotel”
The hotel has plenty of potential to be great with better management. The rooms are beautiful, and the garden area is lovely and kept tidy. Easy and short access to the beach. They borrowed snorkelling gear and organised us boat trips to and back from the airport. The kitchen staff are wonderful, and they take care of the cat in the property. They offer water in reusable bottles by Soneva water, like the entire island, to avoid plastic waste.
Emanuele
family_with_children
February 9, 2025
“Terrible experience. Definitely not a $100 a night hotel”
The breakfast, the Chef and the staff guys, and their cat:)
Petya
family_with_children
February 9, 2025
“Disappointing experience and unresolved reimbursement”
We stayed at Manta Reserve almost two months ago. Our communication with the venue prior arrival was fantastic. The team was responsive and helpful, ensuring a smooth pre-arrival experience with all the information requested. Although we were hosted in the old part, we really loved the simple boho style of the rooms, the comfort of the beds, the rooms size. I was clean and tidy. The property has such a charming atmosphere. We loved the green plants in the inner yard. We even enjoyed walking barefoot on the grounds, which added to the natural feel of the place. And more zen mood to our experience. The breakfast was great. My only suggestion is to add some variety. We dined at the property almost every day, and I must say, Chrispin is an amazing chef. In addition, he was making us dishes from India, where he is originally from and that gave us opportunity to explore and taste traditional Indian dishes too. We not only appreciated his culinary skills but also his warmth and kindness. He truly made us feel like we had a personal chef. Each day Chrispin took time to ask us about our food preferences and even adjusted the meals to suit our diets. His approach, care, and willingness to ensure we enjoyed every meal made the experience even more special. We really felt like we were being treated to something personalized and unique. Unfortunately, I can’t say the same about the on-site manager Naeem. When I asked Naeem for information about the island, I didn’t receive any helpful answers. In fact, I ended up learning more from other tourists and locals than from the manager himself. This lack of support left us feeling less than welcome. We were left with the feeling that he knows nothing about the island and the area.
Anna
extended_group
February 7, 2025
we liked absolutely everything, very warm welcome, wonderful cook, wonderful Naeem, I apologize in advance if I wrote the name incorrectly. they helped with any issue. we remember our vacation with great joy. now, what does not apply to the hotel, the island is beautiful, the locals are very friendly, there are several restaurants, the ocean is amazing. on the last day dolphins swam, a lot of them. in general, delight!
Lyndsey
family_with_children
January 15, 2025
Thank you so much for our stay. We were made to feel so welcome and looked after. They even booked our local flights and boat ride. Rooms were clean, good choice for breakfast, lovely guesthouse. Would highly recommend
Nicole
family_with_children
January 10, 2025
Really taking care. Friendly, clean rooms very good breakfast. We can definitely recommend it
Jamnig
solo_traveller
December 20, 2024
Exceptional cook. Great organisation of arrival/departure
Xenia
couple
November 28, 2024
Amazing local food by the chef. We absolutely loved it, thank you!
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Canoeing, Diving, Snorkelling, Beach, Walking tours, Themed dinner nights, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles, Indoor play area
Food & Drink
Kid meals, Breakfast options
General
Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Safety deposit box, Family rooms, Pets allowed, Non-smoking rooms, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Picnic area, BBQ facilities, Garden
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Services
Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Private check-in/check-out, Room service, Laundry, Currency exchange, Luggage storage
Transport
Public transport tickets
Double Room with Patio
The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a private entrance, as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower and a bidet. The unit offers 3 beds.
Standard Double Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area and offers air conditioning, a private entrance and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
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