Arena Beach Hotel
Getting to Arena Beach Hotel
From Velana International Airport (MLE) · 28 km · Public ferry or shared speedboat
Public ferry or shared speedboat
28 km
from Velana airport (MLE)
How to reach Arena Beach Hotel
Maafushi sits approximately 28 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The standard connection is a public ferry or shared speedboat. The hotel also arranges an airport shuttle at an extra charge. Journey time will vary depending on the ferry schedule or speedboat departure — confirm current timings with the hotel when booking.
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.
The journey
Step by step
- Fly to Malé. Arrive at Velana International Airport (MLE), the Maldives' main international gateway, served by direct flights from Europe, the Middle East and Asia.
- Public ferry or shared speedboat. Continue by speedboat across the lagoon — about 28 km, typically arranged by the resort and running day and night.
- Arrive at Arena Beach Hotel. Check-in is from 2:00 PM.
Location
On the map
WFRQ+GRW, Ziyaaraiy Magu Road, Maafushi