Whale Shark Boutique | Hotel in Fenfushi

| 9.1 (57 Reviews) | 6 Bathrooms 16 Guests

Hotel in Fenfushi

Facing the beachfront, Whale Shark Boutique offers 4-star accommodations in Fenfushi and has a garden, private beach area and shared lounge. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The property has karaoke and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, an electric tea pot, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Certain rooms come with a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a microwave. The rooms have a closet. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast is served at the property. At Whale Shark Boutique you'll find a restaurant serving Indian, Italian and Pizza cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and halal options can also be requested. You can play darts at the accommodation, and bike rental is available. Villa International Airport is 1.9 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Whale Shark Boutique is located in Fenfushi.

This 10 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, TV, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 57 reviews with the average score of 9.1 . Coming to Fenfushi and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 10 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Fenfushi. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Unique Amenities

Air Conditioner
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Private Beach
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Wellness Facilities
Restaurant
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Laundry

Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy Free cancellation

Payment Policy Credit card required

Pet Policy Pets are not allowed

Other Policy The property can be reached from malé international airport by a domestic flight transfer, a scheduled speedboat, a seaplane or a private transfer, the charges are as follows:, domestic flight transfer: from malé airport (velana international airport), usd 130 per person per way, scheduled speedboat: from malé airport (velana international airport), usd 60 per person per way, seaplane: from malé airport (velana international airport), usd 200 per person per way, private speedboat transfer (scheduled at guest’s preferred time): usd 1500 per way (accommodates up to 18 people), please note that a green tax of usd 6 per tourist, per day is applicable and payable at the property, please share your flight details with the property at least 2 days before your arrival to secure your seat for the transfer, children under 2 years old will eat for free, according to the rules and meal plan, when accompanied by an adult, please note that this property does not serve alcohol, this property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties, please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Vaaru Magu, Fenfushi, 00080, Maldives

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Mar 31, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: 🌴 Fenfushi Boutique Hotel – A Home Away from Home From the moment we arrived, Fenfushi Boutique Hotel felt like coming home. Every detail mattered, and the team’s genuine warmth made our stay unforgettable. The hotel, built in 2024, is stunning — eight modern double rooms and a two-bedroom penthouse with breathtaking ocean views. Our room overlooked the ocean, and a few minutes’ walk brought us to a serene beach with loungers, umbrellas, and soft mattresses. We even snorkeled on the house reef, spotting colorful fish and baby sharks! What truly sets this place apart is the people: Silva, the manager, is a remarkable host — welcoming, attentive, and full of local insights. He personally picked us up, shared fascinating stories about Fenfushi, and made us feel genuinely valued. Yugesh, the chef, crafted delicious meals, especially breakfast, and thoughtfully adapted dishes to our preferences. We loved chatting about his Sri Lankan roots. Camille, the polite and smiling waitress from Nepal, made every meal a delight. Shiva, our snorkeling guide, ensured our trip was perfectly planned and a complete success. Syti and the excursion crew kept us safe during water adventures, alongside the skilled boat captain. Housekeeping and support staff went above and beyond, decorating our room for our 25th anniversary, carrying our luggage, and personally seeing us off with warm smiles. Silva, Yugesh, Shiva, and Syti became more than staff — they became friends. The combination of modern, comfortable rooms, a beautiful beach, snorkeling opportunities, and, most importantly, the amazing people makes this hotel a magical place. We had the best time ever and wholeheartedly recommend Fenfushi Boutique Hotel. It’s a small paradise where every detail and every smile counts!

Negative: Not a big deal, but better make up light in the bathroom:-)

Summary: Fenfushi Boutique Hotel – A Home Away from Home

Anne Louise, Norway

Mar 18, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Wat a perfect stay, most of the times we had the whole beach to ourselves. Rooms clean, with a nice view. Beds very comfy We did the whaleshark and manta ray tour.. loved it!

Negative: X

Deborah de Vries , Netherlands

Mar 15, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Very new and Beautiful property. The staff was super friendly and Took care of everything.

Negative: It’s Not about the property, but the Beach and the Rest of the Island was really dirty.

Eva, Germany

Feb 21, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Clean, comfortable room Friendly, helpful staff. Silva superb in sorting us out 3 minutes walk to a fabulous beach Historic local mosque Swimming and snorkelling

Negative: Eating and drinking options were quite limited (Ramadan). The island hotel itself was great but around it there are issues of rubbish disposal, plastic waste and loss of natural environment.

Summary: 5 nights here and we enjoyed the WSH’s hospitality and wonderful location for snorkelling and seeing the whale sharks.

Kyn, United Kingdom

Nov 15, 2025 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: We loved the Whale Shark Boutique Hotel. The room and view were amazing and the staff did everything they could to make our stay memorable. Transfer from Male was easy as was our transfer to our next island. Thank you everyone for a truly remarkable stay. Loved the night fishing and swimming with the Whale Sharks.

Negative: The only thing which we think could be improved is the choice of food on the menu. We are big fish eaters and we're surprised that reef fish has to be ordered in advance. I know that this is something the hotel is working on and should see big changes in the future

Carole, United Kingdom

Sep 16, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Kong Loong, Malaysia

Aug 2, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: The stay was quite successful. This is the only hotel on the island. We were the only tourists in the hotel, just like on the beach :) It's a rarity, worth experiencing. The cuisine in the hotel is very good, although the selection is quite small. We had to wait a long time. The hotel is new and clean, with daily room cleaning. A volleyball tournament was held on the island, so in the evening you could watch matches and see the locals' life on the island. There is one bar on the island with decent food. In addition, there are two beaches on either side of the island with completely different water and seabeds. You can go snorkeling. A charming, though not very long, SandBank. Stay on the island for 3-4 days.

Negative: The immediate surroundings of the hotel and the view from the window.

Kris, Poland

May 18, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Summary: It’s not often that you feel truly “at home” while traveling, but that’s exactly what happened at Whale Shark Boutique .

Luca, Australia

Apr 13, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Hello. Stayed at this hotel in April 2025. Very nice, clean and new hotel. Very responsive staff that will help cool your vacation. I would like to make a special mention of the cook Yugesh. A very nice and talented guy who will cook everything just the way you want it. He will also answer your questions. Have a good vacation and pleasant impressions!

Negative: Weak internet on the floors.

Georgii, Russia

Mar 14, 2025 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Amazing hotel located just a few meters from the bikini beach, where you have sun beds and umbrellas provided by the hotel (free of charge). The building is new and very well equipped. Rooms are spacious, clean and beds are very comfortable. The hotel is finished with high quality materials. The food is delicious and the staff is really friendly and helpful. Unlimited cold drinking water is available for guests at the lobby. Hotel offers a variety of excursions with competitive pricing and also snorkeling equipment for rent. We spent here 9 days total and it was a great experience!

Negative: Having to leave…

Summary: Totally recommend!

Zuzanna, Poland

FAQ's

Is this Whale Shark Boutique pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Whale Shark Boutique?

Check-in time for Whale Shark Boutique starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 2:00 PM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Whale Shark Boutique have a swimming pool?

No, this Whale Shark Boutique does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Whale Shark Boutique?

Best-rates for the Whale Shark Boutique starts from $124 per night with includes Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, TV, View, Private Beach, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Oceanfront, Transportation/Shuttle, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Restaurant, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Hot Tub, Internet, Laundry StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Whale Shark Boutique a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Whale Shark Boutique wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Whale Shark Boutique has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Whale Shark Boutique?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Whale Shark Boutique indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Whale Shark Boutique?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Whale Shark Boutique are as follows: Free cancellation Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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US $124