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South Ari Dive Center

3.0 star property

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BBQ/picnic area
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Property entrance
Lobby lounge

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Beach Road, Dhangethi, North Central Province, 00060
  • Place, Dhangethi Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bikini Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuda Miskiy
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Double Room with One Free Dive per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room with One Free Dive per Night

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior King Room with Two Free Dives per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Superior King Room with Two Free Dives per Night

  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room with Three Dives per Night

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room with Three Dives per Night

  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dhangethi

South Ari Dive Center places you next to Dhangethi Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Dhangethi Port. This 3-star hotel has 21 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Dhangethi Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Bikini Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Kuda Miskiy - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dhangethi Port - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Compass Beach & Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Monalaz - ‬1 min walk
  • The Reef
  • Coral Bar
  • Suan Bua (สวนบัว)

About this property

South Ari Dive Center

At South Ari Dive Center, guests have access to a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. For transportation, you can make use of an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 35 per person one-way, as well as a free beach shuttle. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a 24-hour business center, coffee/tea in a common area, and a microwave in a common area.
TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Washers/dryers, dining areas, and sitting areas are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8 AM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Eve gala dinner fee

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 35 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 35 (one-way), (from 2 to 10 years old)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 8 AM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 15
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner on December 31 is included in the total price shown.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

South Ari Dive Center Hotel Dhangethi
South Ari Dive Center Hotel
South Ari Dive Center Dhangethi
South Ari Dive Center Hotel
South Ari Dive Center Dhangethi
South Ari Dive Center Hotel Dhangethi

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at South Ari Dive Center?

South Ari Dive Center provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at South Ari Dive Center?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at South Ari Dive Center on Jul 9, 2026 start from $90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of South Ari Dive Center?

Located steps from Dhangethi Beach, this hotel is in Dhangethi, and within a 10-minute walk of Bikini Beach and Dhangethi Port. Kuda Miskiy is within a walking distance of 0.3 mi.

Is there parking available at South Ari Dive Center?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does South Ari Dive Center include a casino at the property?

No, South Ari Dive Center doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at South Ari Dive Center?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at South Ari Dive Center?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include 24-hour room service as well as a restaurant and a 24-hour gym.

Are there hot tubs at South Ari Dive Center?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does South Ari Dive Center feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, South Ari Dive Center serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will South Ari Dive Center allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at South Ari Dive Center.

Are there connecting rooms at South Ari Dive Center?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at South Ari Dive Center?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at South Ari Dive Center.

South Ari Dive Center Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked with South Ari Dive, who were a fantastic dive centre with everything needed for a perfect diving holiday. Great friendly service, superb value and local dive site knowledge. They took us snorkelling with Mantas during our surface intervals which was a once-in-a-lifetime experience The accommodation is in a local guest house (not at the dive centre but 2 mins walk away). We stayed at Manta which was basic but pleasant and comfortable. Recommend B&B basis as the restaurants on Dhangethi are cheap and convenient. Service was okay though English could have been better and would have appreciated our towels to be changed for clean ones a couple of times during a 9 day stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Philipp Christian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First of all, it is important to know that the South Ari Dive Center is a Dive Center - and NOT a hotel. So you are accommodated at at one of a few other hotels on the island. You do NOT stay at the South Ari Center. I was accommodated at the Banyan Villa, which was quite a nice, but simple hotel. But they also use other hotels. So I'm actually reviewing the Banyan Villa here: The hotel is small and familiar, the host is very welcoming and staff is really caring and helpful. I booked "full board & all inclusive" and was a bit astonished that this only included water, tea and (instant) coffee. So I complained and after a short discussion I got all sodas for free. That was OK for me, but I believe it's important to know. The food was a bit repetitive and not too exciting, but OK. Again, service was good. Rooms are spacious, beds are all good and A/C is working well. (I had to change rooms once in between, so I know more than one room ;-)) The room was only cleaned twice over my one-week stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Assad the manager is the Maldivian King of Hospitality! He treated me and my family so well I want to move there. I loved my stay there. We felt like we were are grandma’s house for the holidays absolutely outstanding service!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Henkilökunta todella mukavaa ja avuliasta Ruoka maukasta. Ravintola ihanasti meren rannalla.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Incredible Diving and lodging on a nice island

This was a fantastic choice! I researched for a very long time before finding these great deals at South Ari Dive center. I chose this island for it's superb diving. We spent 7 nights. We chose a large King room and half board (breakfast and dinner). The lodging for this type of room was the Mala Boutique hotel. It is perfect right by the beach meals were served on the beach! The room was comfortable with everything we needed, hot water, ac, toiletries wifi, tv. The staff is amazing, very helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious and properly preparedand varied. you could tell the chef has proper training. They were willing to accommodate any limitations. My understanding is they have several accommodation options they are all close together and meals are served at Mala. We added diving which was an exceptional value and experience. They are a safe and caring PADI 5 star resort. We saw whale sharks, mantas and some incredible reefs. This is some of the best diving in the world! I did a lot of research and the Maldives can be confusing. This lodging is on an inhabited island a 1.5 hour $35USD daily speedboat ride from Male. There is also a ferry a few times a week. The island can easily be walked around and is s all, there are some basic shops and restaurants. There was 4G reception.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Bridget

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024