Summer Villa Guest House
Maafushi island living, without the resort price tag
A place to stay on K. Maafushi, Maldives
Summer Villa is a guest house on Maafushi, a local island in Kaafu Atoll about 28 km from Malé. Rooms start at $32 a night, with options that sleep up to five, and several face the ocean with a private terrace. The property has a restaurant, a spa and wellness centre, a fitness centre, and water sports facilities on site. A shared kitchen is available, and free parking is included. It holds a 4.2/5 Google rating across 162 reviews.
Who this stay suits
A straightforward, affordable guest house on a local Maldivian island, with more facilities than most properties at this price point.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples and solo travellers
- Families needing extra beds at low cost
- Travellers wanting sea views without resort rates
- Island-hopping itineraries using the public ferry
Less suited to
- Travellers seeking a private-island resort experience
- Those who want alcohol on the island
- Guests wanting an all-inclusive package
Maafushi island setting
Maafushi is a local inhabited island in Kaafu Atoll. Several restaurants — including Moonlight, Ocean Vista, and Tandoori Flames — are within 300 metres of the guest house. The public beach and water sports activity scene that Maafushi is known for are close at hand.
Sea-view rooms with terraces
The Deluxe Double Room with Ocean View and the Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View are each 25 m², have private terraces, and include soundproofing. Both look out over the sea as well as landmark and city views.
Family room up to five guests
The 30 m² Family Room with Open Shower sleeps five across three single beds and one large double. It has a private patio, a garden view, soundproofing, and bathrobes — the largest room in the property.
On-site spa and fitness centre
A spa and wellness centre and a fitness centre are both on the premises. For a guest house at this price range on a local island, having both in-house is uncommon.
Outdoor space and BBQ
The guest house has a sun terrace, outdoor furniture, a garden, a picnic area, and BBQ facilities. There is also access to a private beach area.
Broad breakfast choice
Breakfast covers continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, Asian, and American options — a wider spread than most guest houses on the island.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Rooms
21 m²
- Air conditioning
- Minibar
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Safety deposit box
Deluxe Double Room with Ocean View
25 m² · Select your bed (if available) 1 full bed 2 twin beds
- Sea view
- Landmark view
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Budget Double Room
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 queen bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Bathrobe
- Safety deposit box
Deluxe Triple Room with Sea View
25 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed
- Sea view
- Landmark view
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Inside Summer Villa Guest House
Amenities at Summer Villa Guest House
Most popular facilities
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Spa and wellness center
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Fitness center
- Family rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 80 inches)
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Summer Villa is on Maafushi island in Kaafu Atoll, approximately 28 km from Velana International Airport. The connection is by public ferry or shared speedboat. The guest house provides an airport shuttle service. Maafushi is one of the more accessible local islands from Malé, making it a practical base for the central atolls.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
Where it is
Things to do nearby
- Public bookcase place 0.46 km
Where to eat
- Moonlight restaurant 0.1 km
- Blunch restaurant 0.14 km
- Blunch Restaurant restaurant 0.15 km
- Ocean Vista restaurant 0.17 km
- Venturo restaurant 0.19 km
- Tandoori Flames restaurant 0.25 km
Summer Villa holds a 4.2/5 score on Google from 162 reviews. The property was specifically highlighted for very comfortable beds. Guests also have access to a shared kitchen, a restaurant on site, and a range of breakfast styles, which tend to figure in feedback about value at this price point.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 11 · average 9.5
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Reviews scoring 7–9: 9 · average 7.7
They wrote about: staff, room, breakfast
Reviews scoring 5–7: 6 · average 6
They wrote about: staff, bathroom, room
Reviews scoring Under 5: 4 · average 3
They wrote about: staff, breakfast, room
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Before you book
Your questions
How do I get to Summer Villa Guest House from the airport?
The guest house is about 28 km from Velana International Airport. You can reach Maafushi by public ferry or shared speedboat. The guest house offers an airport shuttle service — confirm arrangements directly when booking.
Is parking available?
Yes, free parking is available at the property.
What room types are available?
There are five room types: a Budget Double Room, two Deluxe Double options (one with ocean view), a Deluxe Triple with sea view, and a Family Room sleeping up to five. Prices start at $32 per night.
Is the Family Room suitable for young children?
The Family Room sleeps five and has a private patio. The guest house also has a children's playground on site. Family rooms are listed as a specific facility at the property.
What is included in breakfast?
Breakfast options include continental, Italian, Full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, halal, Asian, and American styles. The on-site restaurant serves food, and a shared kitchen is also available for guest use.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from here?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing are available through the guest house. These are arranged excursions, likely involving local operators and boat trips from the island.
Is there a spa at Summer Villa?
Yes, a spa and wellness centre is on site, along with a fitness centre. These are available to guests during their stay.
Is alcohol available at the property or on the island?
Maafushi is a local inhabited island in the Maldives. Local islands are alcohol-free under Maldivian law. The guest house does not list a bar among its facilities.
Are there restaurants near the guest house?
Several restaurants are within walking distance, including Moonlight (100 m), Ocean Vista (170 m), Tandoori Flames (250 m), and Java Jazz Cafe & Restaurant (280 m), among others.
Does the property have WiFi?
Free WiFi is available and is included in all room types listed.
What is the best time to visit Maafushi?
The dry season in the Maldives generally runs from November to April, with calmer seas and lower rainfall. The wet season from May to October can bring stronger winds, which may suit windsurfers but can affect boat trips.
How do I book Summer Villa Guest House?
Rooms can be booked through major travel platforms or by contacting the guest house directly. Rates start from $32.08 per night. Confirm the airport shuttle and any activity arrangements at the time of booking.