Sun beach Dhigurah
A small guest house on a long island, close to the reef
A place to stay on Dhigurah
Sun Beach Dhigurah is a guest house on Dhigurah island in the Maldives, about 99 km from Malé by seaplane. Two restaurants are on site, and the property has water sport facilities including windsurfing and snorkelling. Rooms start at $88 per night and sleep two. The guest house holds a 4.9/5 Google rating from guests who have stayed, and the kitchen covers continental, vegetarian, and halal meal options.
The honest verdict
A compact, affordable guest house on Dhigurah with two restaurants, water sports access, and a garden setting — suited to travellers who want island life without a resort price tag.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples
- Snorkelling and water sports enthusiasts
- Travellers wanting halal or vegetarian dining on site
- Those comfortable with a seaplane journey
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort-scale facilities
- Families needing larger rooms or interconnecting units
Garden setting and outdoor space
The property has a garden and a picnic area. Rooms look out over the garden rather than the sea, giving the guest house a grounded, residential feel rather than a flashy beach-front outlook.
Water sports on the island
Windsurfing equipment and water sport facilities are available at the property. Snorkelling and fishing are also part of what the guest house arranges, and diving can be organised through local operators.
Dining for different diets
Two restaurants are on site. The kitchen prepares continental, vegetarian, and halal food, which covers a broader range of dietary needs than many small island properties in the Maldives manage.
Compact, practical rooms
Each room runs to 16 m², air-conditioned, with a private ensuite bathroom, free toiletries, and a desk. The configuration can be set up as one large double bed or two singles depending on your party.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed OR 2 single beds
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Free WiFi
Inside Sun beach Dhigurah
Amenities at Sun beach Dhigurah
Great for your stay
- 2 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Windsurfing
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower
View
- Garden view
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Water sport facilities on site
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
Getting there
Sun Beach Dhigurah is reached by seaplane from Velana International Airport in Malé. The island sits approximately 99 km away. An airport shuttle is available through the guest house. Seaplane schedules are typically daylight-only, so arrival timing is worth planning in advance.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
Sun Beach Dhigurah holds a 4.9/5 Google rating from 11 reviews. With only a small number of reviews available, detailed theme breakdowns are limited, but the overall score points to consistently positive experiences among guests who have stayed.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Sun Beach Dhigurah from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane. Dhigurah island is approximately 99 km from Malé, so the seaplane journey covers meaningful open-ocean distance. The guest house can arrange an airport shuttle as part of the transfer process.
What room types are available?
There is one room type: the Deluxe Double Room, at 16 m². It can be configured as a large double bed or two single beds, making it suitable for couples or two friends travelling together.
What does a room cost?
Rates for the Deluxe Double Room start from $88 per night. Prices may vary by season and availability.
Is there a restaurant at the guest house?
Yes, there are two restaurants on site. The kitchen covers continental, vegetarian, and halal food options.
Can I snorkel or dive from the guest house?
Snorkelling facilities are available at the property. Diving and fishing are also listed as activities, typically arranged as excursions with local operators around Dhigurah island.
Is windsurfing available?
Yes. Windsurfing is available at the property, along with broader water sport facilities on site.
Is the property alcohol-free?
Dhigurah is an inhabited local island, and local island guest houses in the Maldives generally do not serve alcohol. The facts provided do not list a bar among the facilities.
Is the guest house suitable for families?
The only room type available is a 16 m² double room sleeping two. Families requiring additional space or connecting rooms may find the accommodation limiting.
Is there free WiFi?
Yes, free WiFi is included in the rooms.
Are the rooms non-smoking?
Yes, non-smoking rooms are available at the property.
What is the Google rating for Sun Beach Dhigurah?
The guest house holds a 4.9/5 Google rating based on 11 reviews at the time of writing.
Is there parking at the property?
Dhigurah is a small island accessed by seaplane. Parking is not a relevant facility given the transfer method and island setting.