AYIRA Maldives
A beachfront base on Feridhoo, rated 5/5 by 154 guests.
A local-island guesthouse on Feridhoo
AYIRA Maldives is a bed & breakfast on Feridhoo island, reached by a seaplane transfer of roughly 90 km from Malé. All three room types sleep two and come with air conditioning, free WiFi, and a private bathroom. The property sits on the beach and has outdoor furniture, a garden, and BBQ facilities on-site. Breakfast runs to continental, Asian, vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options — a broader spread than most small island properties manage.
The honest verdict
A compact, well-rated beachfront bed & breakfast on a local island, with a strong breakfast spread and easy access to snorkelling, diving, and fishing excursions.
Best for
- Couples wanting a beach base without resort prices
- Travellers who prefer local island life
- Guests with dietary requirements (vegan, halal, gluten-free covered)
- Families needing family-room configuration
Maybe not ideal for
- Those wanting overwater villas or large resort amenities
- Travellers who prefer road or speedboat access over seaplane
Right on the beach
AYIRA sits directly on Feridhoo's beach. Outdoor furniture and a garden give guests somewhere to sit outside, and the BBQ facilities mean evenings don't have to end when the sun goes down.
Rooms built for two
Three room categories — Deluxe, Superior Deluxe, and Superior Garden View — all sleep two. Each has air conditioning, extra-long beds, a private bathroom, and free WiFi. The set-up is straightforward and practical.
Breakfast worth noting
The morning meal covers continental and Asian styles alongside vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free choices. For a small island bed & breakfast, the dietary range is genuinely wide.
Seaplane arrival
The transfer from Malé is by seaplane, covering around 90 km. It's the most direct way to reach Feridhoo and doubles as your first proper view of the atolls from the air.
Rooms & suites
Inside AYIRA Maldives
Amenities at AYIRA Maldives
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Snorkelling
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
Getting there
AYIRA Maldives is on Feridhoo island, around 90 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by seaplane, and an airport shuttle is included with the stay. Confirm transfer timing with the property when booking, as seaplane schedules are weather-dependent.
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
AYIRA holds a 5/5 Google rating across 154 reviews — a score that few properties of any size sustain at that volume. No specific review themes were provided in the data, but the property's highlights flag the location as highly rated by recent guests.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to AYIRA Maldives from Malé?
The transfer is by seaplane and covers roughly 90 km. An airport shuttle is included, so the property handles the connection from Velana International Airport to Feridhoo.
What room types are available?
There are three options: Deluxe Double or Twin, Superior Deluxe Double or Twin, and Superior Double or Twin with Garden View. All sleep two and include air conditioning, private bathroom, and free WiFi.
Is breakfast included?
Breakfast is available and covers continental and Asian styles, with vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free options also on offer.
Can guests with dietary requirements be catered for?
Yes. The breakfast menu explicitly covers vegetarian, vegan, halal, and gluten-free diets, which is unusually broad for a small island bed & breakfast.
Is snorkelling possible from AYIRA?
Snorkelling is listed as an activity and can be arranged through the property. It is organised as an excursion with local operators rather than an on-site facility.
Can diving and fishing be arranged?
Both diving and fishing are listed activities. Like snorkelling, these are arranged excursions — the property co-ordinates trips with local operators on Feridhoo.
Are there family rooms?
Family rooms are listed as available at AYIRA. Contact the property directly to confirm current availability and configuration for your group size.
Is there parking on site?
Feridhoo is a small island reached by seaplane, so car parking is not a relevant consideration for guests travelling to AYIRA.
Is there outdoor space at the property?
Yes — there is a garden, outdoor furniture, and BBQ facilities. The property also has a beachfront setting, so outdoor time is a genuine part of the stay.
What is the Google rating for AYIRA Maldives?
AYIRA holds a 5/5 Google rating based on 154 reviews, which is among the highest scores a property can achieve at that review volume.
How do I book AYIRA Maldives?
Contact the property directly or book through your preferred travel agent or accommodation platform. Confirm the seaplane transfer and airport shuttle when making your reservation.