Bandos Maldives
Bandos Island, 08480 North Male Atoll, Maldives – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 1728 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Beaches were very clean and the view from the room was amazing

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Bandos resort is a private island located 5 mi away from Male. Bandos Maldives features spacious rooms with balconies overlooking the garden or beach. A water sports center and dove school are available. The hotel has multiple dining options. Free WiFi access is available. Bandos Resort is ideally located on North Male' Atoll, just a 10-minute speed boat ride from Male International Airport, which is 4.3 mi away. Bandos’ rooms and villas are surrounded by nature’s beauty, some featuring high thatched roofs or wooden décor. Flat screen TV with cable TV channels are available. Tea/coffee makers and mini-bars are provided. Some feature separate living rooms or outdoor hot tubs. A pool with swim up bar is available, while beauty and massage treatments are available at the resort’s spa. Club House offers a range of fitness activities including a gym, aerobics, badminton, tennis courts, squash and table tennis. Kokko Club offers babysitting services along with a range of programs for the little ones. Union Pay is available here. AThe Grill Bar serves juicy steaks, crunchy chicken wings, and tasty delicacies fish, while Sea Breeze Café offers Western and international food by the sea. A wide range of buffet foods can be savored at Gallery Restaurant. Huvan and Sand Bar provide lovely tropical settings to enjoy cocktails and live entertainment. Chinese options are available for breakfast. Umi Yaki restaurant serves Japanese Teppanyaki food.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
Bandos Maldives has been welcoming Booking.com guests since May 12, 2010- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast

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See what guests loved the most:
- Ashutosh
India
“Beaches were very clean and the view from the room was amazing” - Clare
United Kingdom
“Really lovely island and accommodation. Pool bar was great and food lovely” - Andrey
Russia
“Flora and Fauna around are amazing, the staff is attentive and buffet offers the variety of food” - Wissem
Qatar
“The calmness , the property was clean .. worth every penny. We liked the customer care given to every person staying in the resort . You don’t have to ask twice for anything regarding your comfort. Food was good.. you have a variety of food...” - Claire
United Arab Emirates
“Rooms are beautiful and trips were good. Restaurant staff great” - Robert
Germany
“Friendly staff. Very helpful staff. Jafor and Kristine in the restaurant were so helpful, professional and personable. The dive shop with lead Master Diver Instructor Sivad and his assistant Dive Master Kaito made all the dives perfect. Very...” - Manal
Saudi Arabia
“the bohemian style was amazing and gave the facility special look and made it a special memorable place. it was so nice and good, I loved the new upgrade rooms and villas, beach is active, lovely sun set view sea side is nice all had made us a...” - Jubida
United Arab Emirates
“Overall We are very happy with choosing Bandos, rooms were very clean, food was amazing, location is just 15 mins away from airport so it can be a perfect getaway for anyone planning a quick trip for short stay, its perfect for relaxing. Has a...” - Judy
Canada
“the proximity to the airport , the wonderful staff and services specially the “KidsClub” . and the island itself . it is only 15 mins speedboat ride from the airport and any arrival time and departure you have, they can pick you up or drop you off...” - Khurram43
United Kingdom
“Everything was perfect and top notch. The staff go above and beyond in keeping the guests happy. The food quality is amazing and plenty of choices.”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few days
We are coming to male airport how do we come to your place?
Kindly send us the international “Arrival & Departure” flight details for your confirmed reservations with us, to arrange the speedboat transfers. B..Answered on 21 December 2019What8the means of transportation to the air port and its cost
Bandos schedules speedboat transfers to/from Velana International Airport to coincide with the arrival/departure flights of Bandos guests. The speedbo..Answered on 15 September 2019Is it directly on the beach
All the Superior Beach Villas are located just next to the beach. But some of the rooms have limited sea view due to the vegetation.Answered on 20 October 2019How much is airport transfer for 4 adults?
A combined return transfer will cost US$93.64 per adult which can be settled in the resort.Answered on 28 December 2020Are these rooms has air conditioning?
Yes, it has air conditioning.Answered on 26 October 2019Is this noisy as close to airport. How much is transfer from airport ? Can 2 kids stay with parents in superior beach villa?
Dear Sir/Madam, Greetings from Bandos Maldives. It is not noisy even if we are close to the airport. A combined return transfer will cost US$93.64 per..Answered on 7 February 2020- Still looking?
Area info *
Restaurants5 Restaurants On Site
- Gallery Restuarant
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Gluten-free
- Sea Breez
- CuisineInternational
- AmbienceModern
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
- Grill Bar
- CuisineInternational
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Modern
- Dietary optionsHalal
- Umi Yaki
- CuisineJapanese
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Huvan
- CuisineInternational
Resort Facilities at Bandos MaldivesGreat facilities! Review score, 8.7
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Beachfront
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Excellent Breakfast
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Beachfront
- Outdoor furniture
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
- Electric kettle
- Beach
- Badminton equipmentAdditional charge
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club
- Water sports facilities on siteAdditional charge
- Nightclub/DJ
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- RacquetballAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- WindsurfingAdditional charge
- Karaoke
- Ping-pong
- Pool table
- Playground
- Game room
- FishingAdditional charge
- Tennis courtAdditional charge
- Sitting area
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- CCTV in common areas
- Key card access
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Private entrance
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa facilities
- Body wrap
- Body scrub
- Body treatments
- Hairstyling
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Hair treatments
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- German
- English
- French
- Russian
- Chinese
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash
Bandos Maldives accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Please note that the property is only accessible by the following mode of transfer:
Speedboat transfer takes 15 minutes from Male International Airport. The return rates are:
Adult: USD 93.64, round trip, inclusive of all taxes
Child (2 to 11 years): USD 46.82 round trip, inclusive of all taxes
Infant (0 to 1 years): Complimentary
Guests must send arrival and departure flight details directly to the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival.
CHILD POLICY:
Children under 2 years will eat for free based on the rules and meal-plan accompanied by an adult, excluding alcoholic beverages.
Mandatory green tax of USD 6 per child per night will be charged.
GENERAL POLICIES:
Please present the same credit card used to guarantee your booking when checking in / making the payment at the hotel. Please note that property may contact the cardholder for verification purposes.
Due to safety and privacy concerns the operation of unmanned aerial systems or drones by any of guests including model aircraft by recreational users and hobbyists is prohibited.
ALL INCLUSIVE:
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served at the Gallery Restaurant with selected beverages
- Selected beverages are served at Sand Bar, Pool Bar and Huvan
- Evening tea is served at Sea Breeze
- Mini-bar is refilled once per day on a regular schedule
- Windsurfing and canoeing; maximum 02 hours per person per day
- Sports and leisure activities at Clubhouse are subject to availability and the time of booking
HONEYMOON BENEFITS (For wedding not older than 6 months; wedding certificate to be presented at the time of check-in):
A bottle of wine and fruit basket
FAQs about Bandos Maldives
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Bandos Maldives offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- Massage
- Playground
- Pool table
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Ping-pong
- Diving
- Fishing
- Tennis court
- Canoeing
- Karaoke
- Windsurfing
- Racquetball
- Kids' club
- Beachfront
- Evening entertainment
- Beauty services
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- Water sports facilities on site
- Facial treatments
- Swimming pool
- Waxing services
- Hair treatments
- Manicure
- Pedicure
- Hairstyling
- Body treatments
- Body scrub
- Body wrap
- Spa facilities
- Back massage
- Neck massage
- Foot massage
- Couples' massage
- Head massage
- Hand massage
- Full-body massage
- Fitness
- Nightclub/DJ
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Check-in at Bandos Maldives is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Bandos Maldives on this page.
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The nearest beach is 1,150 feet from Bandos Maldives. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, Bandos Maldives is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at Bandos Maldives include:
- Twin/Double
- Double
- Villa
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Bandos Maldives is 9.9 miles from the center of North Male Atoll. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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The prices at Bandos Maldives may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Bandos Maldives can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Halal
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Bandos Maldives has 5 restaurants:
- Sea Breez
- Umi Yaki
- Gallery Restuarant
- Huvan
- Grill Bar