Vacanza Mathiveri
A well-rated base on Mathiveri, where the reef is close and the service is flawless.
A place to stay on Mathiveri
Vacanza Mathiveri is a guest house on Mathiveri Island, roughly 87 km from Malé and reached by seaplane. With a 4.9/5 Google rating across 68 reviews, it consistently draws praise for service, cleanliness, and the property itself. Guests have beach access, free breakfast included in the rate, and an on-site restaurant. Staff speak English, Hindi, and Italian. Rooms start from around USD 95 per night, and the Mathiveri Shipwreck dive site is about 1.4 km away.
Who'll feel at home here
A small, attentive guest house with strong service scores, included breakfast, beach access, and easy arrangements for snorkelling and diving excursions.
Best for
- Couples and families on a budget
- Divers targeting the Mathiveri Shipwreck
- Travellers who want personal service
- Those seeking an island stay away from large resorts
Less suited to
- Travellers wanting a large-resort experience
- Those who prefer not to use seaplane transfers
Beach access and the surrounding water
The guest house has direct beach access. The Mathiveri Shipwreck, a recognised dive and snorkel site, sits about 1.4 km away. Snorkelling and scuba excursions can be arranged, putting serious underwater exploration within reach of the island.
Rooms designed for pairs and families
Two room types cover most group sizes. The Family Room fits four with an extra-large double and a large double bed. The Double Room also sleeps four and can be configured with two singles or a double. Both have air conditioning and private bathrooms.
On-site dining and breakfast
The guest house runs its own restaurant, and free breakfast is included in every stay. Dining scores 6 positive mentions out of 7, and breakfast draws 7 out of 7 positive reviews — a reliable start to the day without leaving the property.
Service that guests notice
Service is the most-reviewed topic, with all 20 mentions positive. Staff handle wake-up calls, daily housekeeping, turndown, baggage storage, currency exchange, and laundry. The 24-hour front desk means help is available at any hour.
Island neighbourhood on foot
Café Palato is 40 metres away. Several other cafes and local restaurants sit within 200 metres, giving guests easy access to island life beyond the guest house itself.
Rooms & rates
Family Room
sleeps 4 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 large double bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Double Room
sleeps 4 · 2 single beds / 1 double bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Ways to explore
Inside Vacanza Mathiveri
Arriving
Mathiveri Island sits approximately 87 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane. Once at the guest house, an airport shuttle (at extra charge) and a local island shuttle are available. The seaplane journey is the main logistics consideration when planning travel dates.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
4 sights nearby, all within 1 km; the closest is Masjidul Ihsaan at 70 m.
Things to do nearby
- Masjidul Ihsaanplace of worship70 m
- Masjidul Nasriplace of worship70 m
- Bahaaru (Children's Park)park200 m
- AA. Mathiverimarina300 m
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Across 68 Google reviews, Vacanza Mathiveri holds a 4.9/5 rating. Service is the standout theme — all 20 mentions are positive. Cleanliness and property condition both show perfect scores. Breakfast and dining rate highly. Nature and location draw slightly more mixed responses, though still mostly positive.
- Things to do3.6
- Restaurants2.6
- Airport access1.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 18 · average 9.7
They wrote about: room, staff, cleanliness
Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 7.7
They wrote about: breakfast, staff, bathroom
Reviews scoring 5–7: 2 · average 5.5
They wrote about: room, bathroom, comfort
Reviews scoring Under 5: 1 · average 1
They wrote about: staff, room, bathroom
No reviews in the selected score range.
Guest reviews summarised from Booking site partners.
Worth knowing
Questions & answers
How do I get to Vacanza Mathiveri from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane. Mathiveri Island is approximately 87 km from Malé. An airport shuttle is available from the guest house at an extra charge, and a local shuttle is also listed.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included for all guests. The on-site restaurant also serves other meals, and it receives strong reviews — 6 out of 7 dining mentions are positive.
What room types are available?
There are two room types: a Family Room sleeping four with an extra-large double and a large double bed, and a Double Room also sleeping four with a double or two single beds. Both have private bathrooms and air conditioning.
What is the price range?
The Family Room starts from around USD 95 per night and the Double Room from around USD 99 per night. Rates include free breakfast.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from the guest house?
Snorkelling and scuba diving can be arranged. The Mathiveri Shipwreck, a well-known dive site, is approximately 1.4 km from the island. These are excursions coordinated by the property, not on-site facilities.
Is there a beach at the guest house?
Yes. The guest house has beach access. Guests can reach the water directly without needing to travel elsewhere on the island.
Are there activities for children?
Activities for kids are listed among the guest house amenities. The beach is also directly accessible. Families are well-served by the Family Room, which sleeps four.
What languages does the staff speak?
Staff at Vacanza Mathiveri speak English, Hindi, and Italian, which is useful for a broad range of international visitors.
Is there parking available?
Free parking is listed as an amenity, which is useful for guests arriving or departing by local transport on Mathiveri Island.
What services does the front desk provide?
The front desk operates 24 hours. Staff can assist with baggage storage, currency exchange, wake-up calls, full-service laundry, daily housekeeping, turndown service, and massage arrangements.
Are there places to eat near the guest house?
Café Palato is about 40 metres away. Several other cafes and local restaurants, including Second Home Restaurant and Mathiveri Sky View, are within 200 metres of the property.
What is the Google rating for Vacanza Mathiveri?
The guest house holds a 4.9/5 Google rating based on 68 reviews. Service, cleanliness, and the property itself are the most consistently praised topics.