Malediven ∙ Male ∙ Nord Ari Atoll

Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon ****
Tour operator category

MLE009
Wellness
WLAN
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The small island (approx. 300 x 350 m) on the eastern edge of the Ari Atoll is covered with lush, tropical vegetation. The house reef with a drop-off and a small wreck is located directly in front of the island, ideal for divers and snorkelers. The transfer from Male airport takes approximately 90 minutes by speedboat. Transfer by seaplane (approx. 30 minutes) is available at an additional charge upon request.
Small island with overwater bungalows and white sandy beach surrounded by clear blue sea.
Pier leads to a small pavilion by the sea, surrounded by palm trees and blue sky.
Sandy beach with palm trees and a palm hut by clear blue water.

Facilities

Modern open-air restaurant with red and black cushions, illuminated at night.
Sandy beach with palm trees and a palm hut by clear blue water.
Modern open-air restaurant with red and black cushions, illuminated at night.
Overwater bungalows at sunset with wooden dock and calm water.
Illuminated resort with pool, overwater bungalows, and restaurant in the evening.
View from a covered terrace overlooking water bungalows over the sea at sunset.
Pier leads to a small pavilion by the sea, surrounded by palm trees and blue sky.
The resort, popular with divers and featuring a total of 112 rooms, offers a friendly reception area with a seating lounge, a souvenir shop, and a library. Culinary delights are served at the main restaurant "Madi" and the "The Junction" restaurant, offering traditional Maldivian and Indonesian cuisine. Enjoy cool refreshments at a total of two bars and the café. You can also visit the hotel's own "Marine Biology" marine station and interactively learn about the coral ecosystem and the diverse local marine life through exchanges with marine biologists.
Near the beach, you'll find the swimming pool with a pool bar and sun terrace. Sun loungers, umbrellas, and beach towels are provided free of charge.

Accommodation

Superior Double Room Sea View

The Superior Double Rooms (approx. 52 m²) are located in two-story buildings (each with four living units) and feature a shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, telephone, safe, plasma TV, minibar (for a fee), coffee/tea maker, and sea view (DSM/EMU/DMR).

Cozy hotel room with double bed, seating area, and large window overlooking outdoor terrace.
Floor plan of a hotel room with bedroom, bathroom, balcony, and garden area surrounded by palm trees.
Modern hotel room with wooden ceiling, double bed, TV, and air conditioning.
Veranda with chairs overlooking beach with loungers and sea under trees
Bright hotel room with large bed, TV, desk and view of terrace and garden.
Open bathroom with glass shower, toilet, and trees in a natural setting.

Beach Bungalow

The Beach Bungalows (38 m²) offer the same amenities with a stylish ambiance, are freestanding, and additionally feature a terrace with sea view (SBZ/SEB/RSB).

Water Bungalow

The Water Bungalows (2 units per water bungalow) are built on stilts over the sea and, with the same furnishings as the Beach Bungalows, offer 79 m² and additionally include bathrobes/slippers (2WB).
Note: There is no direct sea access from the terrace!

Terrace with lounge chairs and table overlooking turquoise sea under blue sky.
Modern hotel room with double bed, comfortable seating, and bright, open design.
Bright bedroom with sea view, modern decor, and terrace access overlooking the water.
Bright bathroom with two sinks, large mirror, and access to balcony or terrace.
View through tree branches of a porch with a white sofa in front of a white house.
Bright hotel room with double bed, wooden flooring, wardrobe, and TV.
Bright hotel room with double bed, orange bedspread, wardrobe, and balcony overlooking garden.
Modern open bathroom with shower, toilet, and sink under wooden beams.

Double Room

The Standard Rooms (approx. 35 m²) are located inland and feature a semi-open bathroom, WC, hairdryer, air conditioning, ceiling fan, direct-dial telephone, minibar (for a fee), TV, coffee/tea maker, and a terrace with garden view (D/DE).

Meals

B&B/HB/FB/AI

Rich breakfast buffet. Half board also includes dinner buffet. Full board also includes lunch buffet. B&B and HB can only be booked until 31.10.25.

Spacious restaurant with wooden tables and chairs under wooden beamed ceilings.

All Inclusive

All Inclusive

All meals in the main restaurant are served buffet-style.
Selected drinks: Soft drinks, water, beer, house wine, cocktails, whisky, brandy, gin, vodka, tea, and coffee from 9 AM to midnight.
Afternoon tea and cake from 4 PM to 5 PM.
Additionally, snacks are available from 10 AM to 11 AM, 4 PM to 5:30 PM, and 10 PM to 11 PM. Drinks are served at the bar and in the restaurant.

Premium All Inclusive available

In addition to AI, the following amenities are included from 9 AM to midnight:
- 1 bottle of sparkling wine on arrival
- Minibar refilled daily with selected drinks (beer, water, soft drinks, and chips)
- Premium alcohol and premium cocktails
- Fresh juices, espresso, cappuccino, and milkshakes
- 60-minute Balinese spa treatment
- Two excursions per stay (Dolphin Safari, Sunrise Fishing, Sunset Fishing, Dhoni Ride, Half-Day Hangnameedhoo Trip)
- 2 selected excursions per person per stay
- 1 dinner on the beach (Seafood or Steak, excluding drinks)
- 1 x 60-minute Balinese spa treatment per person

Sports included

Fitness room, squash, badminton, tennis (floodlight for a fee), darts, table tennis, foosball, and billiards.
Two women playing tennis on an outdoor court with green fencing and trees in the background.

Sports for a fee

Large and well-equipped PADI dive center, diving courses and excursions, rental of snorkeling and diving equipment.

Children's program

Children's playground.

Wellness

Treatments at "Chavana Spa" (for a fee).

Entertainment

Evening entertainment with karaoke, live bands, and DJs.

Hotel service

Free Wi-Fi access is available throughout the resort.

Credit card

Visa, Mastercard, Amex.
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Deposit: A credit card or cash deposit may be required upon check-in for unforeseen expenses.

Hotel features

  • Spa
  • Internet
  • Tennis
  • Sauna
  • Air conditioning
  • Hotel safe
  • Children's playground
  • Massages
  • Diving
  • Wi-Fi
  • Shopping facilities
  • Direct beach access
  • Family friendly
  • Extended hygiene concept

Hotelhinweis

Hotel-independent transfer information (please note the transfer times valid for your hotel on your booking confirmation):
Speedboat: Operation for expected arrival/departure from 5 AM to 11 PM // Domestic flight: Operation for arrivals/departures from approximately 9:30 AM to 4 PM // Seaplane: Operation for arrivals/departures from approximately 9 AM to 3 PM.
Waiting times of 3 hours or more for onward transfer are possible.
With seaplane transfers, there may be 1-2 intermediate landings.
For arrivals/departures outside the above times, in case of bad weather, or for longer waiting times upon entry, an overnight stay in Male may be required.
In the Maldives, most rooms are equipped with one or two queen/king-size beds. For a double occupancy of 2 adults + 1 or 2 children, there may only be 1 or 2 large beds available in total. Accordingly, it may happen that for 2 adults + 1 or 2 children in one room, a child has to sleep in the parents' bed.
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Please note that rooms with direct pool/sea access can only be booked for travelers aged 7 and above due to safety reasons.

Zusatzhinweis

All flight transfers as well as most boat transfers (depending on the island's location) are only carried out during daylight hours. Therefore, an overnight stay in Male (near the airport) may be necessary.
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The baggage allowance for seaplanes is 20 kg + 3 kg hand luggage per person. Excess baggage must be paid for on site (approx. USD 5 per kg). Excess baggage is usually delivered by boat.
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In the Maldives, washbasins or even bathtubs/whirlpools may be integrated openly in the general living area of the hotel room without spatial separation.
In the catalog "Fernreisen" 2025/26 on page 143.

Tour operator category

4 Suns ****

Country category

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Last updated: 27.04.2026 10:51