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Crystal Sands

3.5 star property

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Interior
Front of property
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; beach views
Exterior
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Partial Sea View

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Mirihi Magu Road, Maafushi, 08090
  • Maafushi Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Maafushi Mosque
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Maafushi Reef
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.)

Room options

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and City View

  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, minibar

Superior Room

  • 14 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Partial Sea View | View from room

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Partial Sea View

  • 14 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Maafushi

When you stay at Crystal Sands in Maafushi, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Maafushi Harbor and Maafushi Mosque. .This beach hotel is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Gulhi Beach and 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Bodu Hurraa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Maafushi Harbor - 1 min walk
  • Maafushi Mosque - 1 min walk
  • Maafushi Reef - 3 min walk
  • Gulhi Beach - 1 min drive
  • Bodu Hurraa Beach - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fushi Cafe
  • The Kitchen
  • Aqua Bar
  • ‪Sunset Café - ‬4 min walk
  • Premier Beach Restaurant

About this property

Crystal Sands

Minutes from Maafushi Mosque and steps from the shore
Crystal Sands offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Grab a bite to eat at Symphony Lagoon, a beachfront restaurant where you can take in the ocean view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request).
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10 AM.
Symphony Lagoon - This beachfront seafood restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, French, Hindi, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish, Vietnamese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10 AM: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Symphony Lagoon

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Boating

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beachfront location
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have any lifts

More

  • Couples dining
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 25 per person (one-way)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 15 (one-way), (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Crystal Sands Beach Hotel Maafushi
Crystal Sands Beach Hotel
Crystal Sands Beach Maafushi
Crystal Sands Beach
Crystal Sands Hotel
Crystal Sands Maafushi
Crystal Sands Beach Hotel
Crystal Sands Hotel Maafushi

Crystal Sands Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 14 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 187 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were superb but each side were building works which weren’t that noisy, but made the area look dirty
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Mohamed, El Paso

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is a one star at the most. The sink in the bathroom was leaking. The fan was working with high speed and wouldn't change. The bed was of very low quality with the pillows having some funky smell. The only positive thing is the kindness of the people working there. I will not go back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

M.MOUSTAFA

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Fair for the price food is good staff is friendly room is so so
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krista, Riga

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in Crystal Sands beach for 7nights.. and it was absolutely amazing experience. Staff in hotel was always kind, helpfull and tooked care about all our needs. Rooms are nice, clean and with perfect pillows and mattress. Hotel is located in perfect location next to sea. Manager Jack was so kind and nice! We already miss these place and we would love to Come back as soon as possible! I recommend these place for all travelers who want to explore great service and stay in cozy and nice place in Maldives!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

2/10 Terrible

Sonovia

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The lock of door to veranda did not work and the door is very tight to open. Otherwise, it is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Shuddhasattwa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stay at Crystal
The hotel is conveniently located ; the manager - Jack is very helpful . Staff like Imon; Murtaza Hossain ; Rabbi ; Jerry are excellent. Food is ordinary and there are options around; so don't go for an all inclusive . We had booked in a Beach View room; but there was no water in the toilet in it (106 ). When complained , the receptionist offered to give a down graded room stating no other BW rooms are available.. that was very disappointing and I asked them to refund my money .. Jak intervened and gave us an upgraded room - Ocean View - much appreciated. Infact dont book a BV ...its dingy ; if you are looking for one might as well go for OV
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mominur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel for vacation
The hotel is ok for the price. The service is not awesome, but not mediocre either. It's clean and room service is available whenever you need it. The manager Jack was really awesome. He provided us with an awesome experience. He even let us check in at 12:00 am. He is really what a manager should be. Definitely visit here if you are taking a vacation. it will be worth it. Thanks Jack!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great service and location
Great place to stay on local island Maafushi. Staff very eager to please. Included buffet breakfast and dinner reasonable quality but great service. In need of some TLC however all immediate needs addressed promptly. Air con can get a little hot in the afternoons.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and helpful staff. Rooms are very clean . Good service.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel .great value for money .the staff are amazing .food excellent, something different every evening.close to all amenities and excursions.would certainly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and very interesting island. You can have different choices and have always the best time
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a great time!!
We had a great time to stay in a hotel that likes a family place. The staff were amazing helped us in anything that we need and the location was perfect. It was our first time in the island and definately we will be back. Thank you Jack helping us to have a fabulous time in the island. Love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fromsa, Melbourne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Crystal Sands, Mafushi for 11 days and we enjoyed every minute of it. The service from every single person we encountered at CS was impeccable! Everyone was so friendly and accommodating - they truly made us feel like we were at home. Mohammed, Roshan, Jack, Iman have been gems; From organising special dinners to telling us local restaurants, they ensured our every need was catered to and more. We can’t wait to go back! If your expectation is a small boutique hotel and your aim is absolute service, this is the hotel for you! We can’t recommend it highly enough. I have stayed at many five star hotels like the Hilton, Grosvenor House, Sheraton etc but what makes CS different is flexibility and service. Thank you SO much to all the staff at Crystal Sands, you truly made our holiday one to remember.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Mgr Jack was excellent, he took care of all our needs etc. The food and staff were excellent especially Ashanka and Roshan, 2 of the employees that served our delicious food!! They were the best!! This was an awesome vacation thanks to them!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel within walking distance to bikini beach, room is clean, wonderful stay at crystal sand!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place
Jack is impeccable. His service, honesty, and genuine care for his customers is amazing. We are thankful for him and his amazing staff. Our trip was great because of him. Hotel is clean but the breakfast was limited.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Nemo, Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I love the fact the hotel is solar powered and only 4 years old since it was built. Maafushi is a small island so everything is within a walkable distance. The hotel itself is very close to the boat drop off point. Jack who is the manager at the hotel is very welcoming and very easy to talk to. He will give you the best recommendation. The bed was very comfortable and the room was very neat. Unfortunately the room we stayed at had a AC problem and our room never cooled off as we wished. The staff tried to fix it and they responded very quickly to the problem. We just dealt with it because we only stayed for two nights. Overall I definitely recommend this place. It's quite, clean and everyone is very nice! I would love to come back to this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Winter, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
When you stay at Crystal Sands Beach hotel you will feel like stay at home. The environment is good and all the workers very helpful. The management team really take care of us and well plan for our outdoor activities also. I will recommend this hotel to my Malaysia friend.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

6/10 Okay

SS, Taipei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staffs were friendly. A/C was fine, but has water leaking issue. Water wasn’t hot enough. It’s close to ferry terminal. You get noise in the afternoon. Overall was fine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Wendy

Relaxed and friendly Island paradise
We spent 3 days at Crystal Sands on our way home after a month travelling and really appreciated the relaxed friendly atmosphere at this small hotel. The room was a bit small for 3 but we loved the balcony overlooking the water and being only across the road from the harbour and 2 min from the small sheltered beach made it the perfect location for day tripping as well as relaxing on the island. This is not the island for you if you want gourmet dining but we ate fresh seafood by candlelight on the beach and there are many local restaurants to choose from and several small supermarkets for everyday purchases as well as trinkets and souvenirs . Day tripping is easy with us choosing the hotel options as they were well priced and convenient. Staying on Malfoushi is a good way to support the local economy and get an idea how locals inthe Maldives spend the day. It is a beautiful place and well worth the visit even on a budget.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018