Beach Star Maldives
A small guest house on a real Maldivian island, from $118 a night.
A local-island guesthouse on Hangnaameedhoo
Beach Star Maldives sits on Hangnaameedhoo island, about 74 km from the main airport, reached by seaplane or domestic flight. It is a three-star guest house, not a resort, which means smaller scale and a local island setting rather than a private sandbank. Rooms start at $118 per night and include free breakfast. On-site there is a restaurant, a spa, and beach access. The 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and a free airport shuttle keep the basics well covered.
The honest verdict
A compact, locally run guest house with attentive service, free breakfast, beach access, and easy airport transfers — without the full resort infrastructure.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples
- Travellers wanting a local island feel
- Guests prioritising service over facilities
- Short Maldives breaks
Maybe not ideal for
- Guests expecting overwater villas or a large resort
- Those wanting multiple restaurants on-site
- Travellers with no interest in seaplane or flight transfers
Free breakfast every morning
Breakfast is included in the room rate. The property runs a buffet with table service, and breakfast is the second-most-reviewed topic — 18 of 22 mentions were positive.
Service is the standout
Service is the most-reviewed topic across guest feedback: 41 of 48 mentions were positive. The 24-hour front desk, turndown service, and wake-up calls are all included as standard.
Spa and beach on the island
The property has a spa and direct beach access. These are the two main draws for guests who are not focused on water sports or diving.
Airport transfer included
A free shuttle to and from the airport is included. The property sits 74 km out, reached by seaplane or domestic flight. Airport access scores 4.8 out of 5 in area ratings.
Flexible payments accepted
The property takes credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and cash — useful for a guest house where not all transactions may go through a single billing system.
Getting there
Beach Star Maldives is 74 km from Velana International Airport in Male. Getting there requires a seaplane or domestic flight to reach Hangnaameedhoo. A free airport shuttle is included with your stay. The property scores 4.8 out of 5 for airport access in area ratings, suggesting the transfer process is reasonably smooth.
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.
Across 107 Google reviews, the property holds a 4.9 rating. Service leads all topics at 41 positive out of 48 mentions. Cleanliness is the most consistently positive area — 16 of 17 mentions. Location and breakfast also score well. Transit drew the most mixed responses, with 19 positive out of 27 mentions.
- Things to do4.6
- Restaurants4.4
- Airport access4.8
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Beach Star Maldives from the airport?
The property is 74 km from the main airport and is reached by seaplane or domestic flight. A free airport shuttle is included in your stay, which covers the local transfer leg on the island end.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included for all guests. The property runs a buffet with table service. Of 22 guest mentions of breakfast in reviews, 18 were positive.
What room types are available?
Specific room categories were not confirmed in our data. Contact the property directly for current room types and availability before booking.
Is there a restaurant on-site?
Yes, there is one on-site restaurant with table service and room service available. The surrounding local island also scores 4.4 out of 5 for nearby restaurants.
Does the property have a spa?
Yes, a spa is listed as one of the property's signature features. It is on-site, making it convenient for guests who want treatments without leaving the island.
Is Beach Star Maldives suitable for families?
The property has an elevator, daily housekeeping, a doctor on call, and baggage storage, which helps with family logistics. However, specific family facilities such as a kids' club are not confirmed in available data.
What is the minimum price per night?
Rooms start from $118 per night, inclusive of free breakfast. This is the published starting rate; actual prices vary by room type, season, and booking date.
How do I book and what payment methods are accepted?
The property accepts credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, and cash on-site. Bookings can be made through standard travel platforms or by contacting the front desk directly.
Is there a house reef or diving nearby?
Nature features positively in guest feedback — 16 of 21 mentions were positive — and the island area scores 4.6 out of 5 for things to do. Specific reef or dive operator details are not confirmed in available data.
What is the best time to visit?
No seasonal data was provided for this property specifically. For the Maldives generally, the dry season runs roughly November through April. Check current conditions before booking.
Is the property smoke-free?
Yes, Beach Star Maldives is listed as a smoke-free property.
Is there a doctor available on-site?
A doctor on call is listed as an available service, which is useful given the island's distance of 74 km from the main airport and the logistics of reaching medical facilities.