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Noovilu Suites - the family guesthouse in Maldives
Located on the charming local island of Mahibadhoo, south-west of Male, Noovilu Suites is a boutique guest house with 7 fully-furnished private rooms with ensuite outdoor bathroom and our own restaurant. Facing the seafront with a beautiful house reef is our open-air lobby lounge with tree-hung swings where you can enjoy the sea breeze. We are also 5 minutes' walk from the bikini beach. Experience our local island life, luxurious comfort & quality activities/diving at affordable prices. CONTACT US FOR OUR HALF-BOARD ROOM PACKAGE! **For additional person in the same room, we can only accept maximum one person 16 years old and above OR two children below 16 years old. **No additional charges for children under 5 year old. Baby cot can be arranged upon request. **16% Goods & Services Tax and $3 Green Tax per person per night are NOT included in the rates. These taxes need to be paid directly to guesthouse directly** Each suite package includes: - Air-conditioned room with king-size bed (6.5ft x 6ft) - Ensuite private outdoor bathroom with hot/cold water and basic amenities (shampoo, body wash, bath & hand towels) - In-room security safe - Exclusive access to the guesthouse rooftop terrace - Complimentary WiFi. If you wish to have your own Data SIM card, please approach one of our staff to assist. - Complimentary flow of beverages (water, coffee & tea) in the restaurant. - Complimentary usage of snorkeling equipment - Onshore house reef snorkeling and onshore fishing with our guide - Fun learning Dhivehi (local Maldivian language) lessons with the local - Guided local island tour (upon request) A FEW WORDS ABOUT YOUR HOST "Slice of paradise at reasonable price. " Born and raised in Mahibadhoo, Mazin is a veteran of the premium hospitality industry where he spent years working for one of the most luxurious resorts in the world, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. When the government allowed Maldivians to own and run guesthouses on local islands, it was a dream come true for Mazin and he became one of the first to do so with the opening of his first guesthouse, Amazing Noovilu, tapping on his extensive industry experience and deep understanding of guest experiences. Today, he runs Noovilu Suites, a luxury boutique guest house in Mahibadhoo. Together with his team of family and crew, he offers visitors a chance to enjoy the beauty of the Maldives with the comfort of a hotel stay, all at an affordable price. ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS ----------------------------------- Noovilu Suites has our very own sea sports and diving centre offering more than 20 different activities, leaving you spoilt for choice. With Mazin and his team as the perfect guides, you’re all set to discover the magic of the Maldives! **SCUBA DIVING IS NOW AVAILABLE** We have a boutique diving centre (Dhani Diving Centre), managed by our own team. We kept our centre small to focus on providing personalised attention to our divers. There's over 80 dive sites in our Ari Atoll within 9 miles from our island, Mahibadhoo and we also have special adventure dive packages to some of the most famous dive sites in Maldives. Do contact us for our dive packages info and pricing. ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS (PRICE PER PERSON) - Overnight stay on deserted island @ $135 - Picnic on a deserted island @ $90 - Whaleshark watching @ $110 onwards (depending on number of person) - Manta watching @ For Jun-Dec: $50 onwards (depending on number of person and season) - Turtle watching & snorkelling @$65 - Snorkelling hopping @ $60 - Single reef snorkelling @ $35 - Night snorkelling with lamp @ $35 - Onshore snorkelling (house reef) - Free for in-house guests - Big game fishing @ $60 per person per hour - Spear fishing @ $60 per person per hour - Night fishing @ $40 - Lobster Hunting @ $165 **NEW** - Sunset cruise @ $40 - Dolphin cruise @ 40 - Resort visit. Please contact us for more info. We provide boat hire to the resort, prices depends on the distance from our island to the resort. WATERSPORTS - Jetskiing @ $45 for 15min / $85 for 30min - Wakeboarding / Kneeboarding @ $35 per person - Banana Boat / Fun bed @ $35 per person ABOUT THE ISLAND -------------------------- A hidden gem in the Maldives blessed with crystal clear waters and picture perfect sunsets, Mahibadhoo is the capital island of the Alif Dhaal Atoll and located approximately 78 km (49 miles) south-west of Male, easily accessible by ferry or speedboat from Male city. On the west of this charming local island lies a peaceful lagoon and two harbours where local fishermen are often seen. On the east, you will find a beautiful beach. And on the main street of the island, there are local shops, restaurants and cafes. If you’re lucky, you might even catch an exciting game in play at the football field, a sport the locals love! GETTING AROUND ON THE ISLAND --------------------------------------------- Mahibadhoo measures just 2.4km (1.5 miles) long and 1.2km (0.75 miles) wide, which makes getting around extremely easy. An easy jog around the island takes 20 minutes and it takes only about 5 minutes on foot from Noovilu Suites to the main streets. More importantly for visitors, Mahibadhoo is very well-provisioned with basic services within easy reach. These include ATMs, banks, telecommunications shops, convenience stores and even medical facilities including a hospital and three well-stocked medical pharmacies. (US dollars are generally accepted on the island.) PEOPLE AND THE CULTURE ----------------------------------- Approximately 2,000 people live on Mahibadhoo and their sources of livelihood include fishing, construction, boat building, carpentry, handicraft and tourism. A vast majority of the local young men work in nearby tourist resorts. Maldivian people are generally very warm and friendly. On the island and at the guesthouse, it is a close-knit community where guests are made to feel welcomed and at home. There are, however, a few local customs and religious practices that non-locals are asked to respect. Noovilu Suites on Mahibadhoo Island may be a hidden gem in the Maldives but it is not at all difficult to get to. Read on for how we can help you find your way to our island paradise with ease! PRE-ARRIVAL ---------------- After you have booked your flights and your stay with us, please give us with your flight details (if you haven’t already) so that we can prepare to make your arrival and departure as seamless as possible. BOAT TRANSFER TO OUR ISLAND ------------------------------------------ The best way to come Mahibadhoo is by public speedboat. PUBLIC SPEEDBOAT (MALE-MAHIBADHOO-MALE) - The public speedboat departs from Jetty No. 1 or 6 in Male city. - The ride is around 1.5hours and the cost is US$45-55 per person per way - Please check with us for the speedboat schedule. Public Speedboat Transfer Schedule: Male-Mahibadhoo, 10.30am and 4.00pm daily (except Friday only 10am timing) Mahibadhoo-Male, 07.00am and 2.30pm daily PRIVATE SPEEDBOAT - This can be arranged accordingly to your arrival schedule. - The speedboat will pick you up directly from the airport. - The ride is around 1 hour and the cost around US$1200 per boat per way (max. 20pax per boat). Islam is the official religion in Maldives. We would like to highlight the following information to respect of our religion & culture on local islands where we live in:- Forbidden Items: As Islam is the official religion in the Maldives, alcohol, drugs, dogs or pork meat are forbidden on local and inhabited islands such as our island, Mahibadhoo. Visitors are also not allowed to bring these items along with them to our island. Attire: When walking around the island, do dress appropriately. For men, T-shirt and surf shorts are ok. For women, to cover your shoulders and shorts/dress/skirts that are slightly above knee and longer. For swimwear and bikinis, it's allowed within the bikini beach area.
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