Title: Visit Malé: 2026 Travel Guide for Malé, Kaafu Atoll | Expedia.com

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# Malé

## Travel Guide

![panoramic aerial landscape view of Malé City,  the capital of Maldives with Sinamale Bridge as connection to Hulhule Island - Gulhi Falhu and Thilafushi in the background ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/19a1811e-38f8-4c25-b30c-22dd9730d4f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Maldives island beach panorama. Palm trees and beach bar and long wooden pier pathway. Tropical vacation and summer holiday background concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/9066670d-9682-4123-980c-a935491b5139.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ihuru Island panoramic view by night](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/8d69d69e-33b0-43a7-a703-ff65ebba7ec1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![view of the city of Male, Maldives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/9b92499f-fd4d-4b92-a00c-1f721c42a7c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The city of Malé, Capital of the Maldives, North Malé atoll, Maldives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/8ce2f4c0-1e20-43ef-a7af-2648d9957ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Malé

Things to do

- Malé Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Malé

![Unima Grand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17790000/17789700/17789655/1f6326ad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Unima Grand

Roashanee Magu Malé 

$89 nightly

$126 total

Apr 4 - Apr 5

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (315 reviews)

Airport shuttle for pick up and drop off, was efficient and easy to locate the driver when exitingthe airport. Very friendly, carried our luggage to the car and into the motel. Friendly reception staff, carried luggage to the room. Room was very clean and cool with air conditioning running in anticipation ...

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

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Marukab Plaza

Ameer Ahmed Magu Malé Kaafu

$119 nightly

$166 total

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (233 reviews)

Clean room with a cosy breakfast and kind staff in the heart of Male - walkable to many areas around the old part of the city and very close to the airport! The airport transfer included in the price of the room was great - kind staff and accommodating for the last minute changes in flight times. ...

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

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UMET Seaview Hotel with Free Roundtrip Airport Pick up and drop off

Hithigas Magu Malé Malé

$113 nightly

$158 total

Mar 23 - Mar 24

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Artificial Beach and National Football Stadium ...

7.4/10 Good! (22 reviews)

A lovely, stylish, very clean room, very courteous and helpful staff, great location and value, and the free pickup and drop off (anywhere) is a very convenient bonus!

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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ontrack travel Male Maldives

Kaaminee Magu Malé Malé

Stay at this vacation home in Malé. Enjoy free WiFi, premium bedding, and bathrobes. Popular attractions Chaandhanee Magu and National Museum are located ...

7.4/10 Good! (3 reviews)

We were two guests in a small room - 1 towel and 1 sheet and no window. Nk water between 11:30-1 on a Friday - ok but should have been given a heads up. Laundry is just washer with no real place to hang dry.

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

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![Water Villa with Private Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68700000/68691800/68691752/509fbcbb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Water Villa with Private Pool

 Male Kaafu Attoll

Stay at this villa in Malé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and private pools. Popular attractions Male Fish Market and Republic Square are located nearby.

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Exclusive Maldives Private Island Villa with Ocean Views

 Ameer Ahmed Magu Male 

Stay at this villa in Malé. Enjoy a fitness center and air conditioning. Popular attractions Medhu Ziyaaraiy and Mulee Aage Palace are located nearby.

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[Tonight

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[Tomorrow night

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### Popular places to visit

![Grand Friday Mosque surrounded by buildings and trees under the sunlight in Male, Maldives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163301/83df17f2-465c-40ad-9a5a-8948961b9841.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Maldives Islamic Centre

Find out about the history of Malé when you take a trip to Maldives Islamic Centre. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this romantic area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Maldives-Islamic-Centre-Male.d6163301.Vacation-Attraction)

![The city of Male and the country are strict with no photo policy - Maldives #red #redphoto #travel #Maldives #cityscape ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2343/5b062438-02c2-42a3-a16c-fe55e31505f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Chaandhanee Magu

During your trip to Malé, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chaandhanee Magu. Wander the seaside and beaches in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Chaandhanee-Magu-Male.d6163293.Vacation-Attraction)

![Maldivian flag over the harbor in Male fish market](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077324/2a7359b9-7710-49f0-9a5e-74fad549beac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Male Fish Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Male Fish Market during your trip to Malé. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or check out its seafood restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Male-Fish-Market-Male.d6077324.Vacation-Attraction)

![Victory monument in Male, Maldives islands.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163299/e4e939de-ff62-4030-8933-b2004e478537.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Sultan Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Sultan Park and enjoy the boating in Malé. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its seafood restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Sultan-Park-Male.d6163299.Vacation-Attraction)

![0_57362341](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6077322/72c0f65d-b211-4bc3-a155-2256fed41bd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Republic Square

Find out about the history of Malé when you take a trip to Republic Square. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its seafood restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Republic-Square-Male.d6077322.Vacation-Attraction)

![Facade and entrance in Bet Bialik House museum. Tel Aviv, Israel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6163295/2cdbf0be-56cf-4fb6-9e36-6aaf77340057.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### National Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Museum during your travels in Malé. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this romantic area, or check out its seafood restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Male.d6163295.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Tour Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1809989/c55d74cc-cbb5-45de-ac7a-f47a22595942.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Maldives Adventure Trip

$79

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/maldives-adventure-trip.a1809989.activity-details)

![Maldives Adventure Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48787286/86eb5bcc-0deb-4049-95bb-d57eb104dd49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Maldives Adventure Trip

$90

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/maldives-adventure-trip.a48787286.activity-details)

![Maldives Full Fun Adventure Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2209627/13317aa5-196f-417d-bfaf-13933be89d7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Maldives Full Fun Adventure Trip

$89

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/maldives-full-fun-adventure-trip.a2209627.activity-details)

![Snorkeling in the Maldives](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1339306/c0d15dd8-9a99-4fd1-9449-c5e15eed3751.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 3 Point Snorkeling Safari

$150

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-point-snorkeling-safari.a1339306.activity-details)

![Discover South Ari Atoll - Full Day Tour from Male city](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46281875/c4cd936b-517f-47a4-9e8e-ac40192265cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Discover South Ari Atoll - Full Day Tour from Male city

$300

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-south-ari-atoll-full-day-tour-from-male-city.a46281875.activity-details)

![Villimale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1339301/d6a0b8dc-0157-45fe-9ae6-ecbb0375811d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Half-Day Original Eco Tour to Villimale From Malé

$85

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-original-eco-tour-to-villimale-from-male.a1339301.activity-details)

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## Cities near Malé

![Malé, Maledives, October 2022, Pilots view of Velana International Airport on Hulhulé Island on North Malé Atoll of the Maldives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048806/6c4d5bb0-b7ff-4f6d-985e-d32472303141.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Hulhulé

![Aerial view of vilimale (villingili) of Maldives](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248625343981827/1722c8fa-c63c-474f-8d66-755d5693c6a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Vilimalé

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