Aina Residency
Suite-style stays in Malé, with sea views and room to cook
A stay in Malé
Aina Residency is a 4-star hotel on the Malé waterfront, about 3 km from Velana International Airport by speedboat. It has four suite categories ranging from 60 m² to 110 m², each with a private kitchen, balcony, and free WiFi. The property includes a kids' club and free parking, which is less common in this part of Malé. Breakfast options cover continental, full English, vegetarian, halal, and Asian styles. A cluster of cafes and restaurants sits within 100 metres of the entrance.
The honest verdict
A spacious, apartment-style stay in an urban Malé setting, practical for families or longer visits, without the resort-island experience.
Best for
- Families wanting a kids' club in the city
- Travellers preferring self-catering suites
- Stopovers near Velana Airport
- Guests who need free parking
Maybe not ideal for
- Those expecting a beach resort or house reef
- Travellers wanting on-site dining beyond breakfast
- Couples seeking an adults-only atmosphere
Private kitchens in every suite
Each suite has a full kitchen with a stovetop, oven, microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle, and kitchenware. There is also a washing machine in the unit, which is useful for stays longer than a night or two.
Sea views and city views
The Deluxe Suite with Sea View and Superior Suite with Sea View both have balconies looking out to sea. The two Deluxe suites in lower categories have city-facing balconies instead.
Kids' club on-site
Aina Residency runs a kids' club, one of the few facilities of its kind in a Malé city hotel. The property also has family rooms, making it more practical for parents than most urban options in the atoll.
Free parking and shuttle
Free parking is available on-site, alongside a shuttle service. Both are uncommon in central Malé and worth factoring in if you are arriving by car or need transfers managed locally.
Restaurants within walking distance
Pasta Mania is 20 metres away. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is 30 metres. Several other cafes and local restaurants sit within 100 metres, so you are not reliant on the hotel for every meal.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Junior Suite
60 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Private kitchen
- Ensuite bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Queen Suite
75 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Private kitchen
- Ensuite bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
Deluxe Suite with Sea View
75 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Private kitchen
- Ensuite bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
Superior Suite with Sea View
110 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Private kitchen
- Ensuite bathroom
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
Experiences on & off the island
Inside the resort
Amenities at the resort
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Balcony
Kitchen
- Dining table
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
Getting there
Aina Residency sits approximately 3 km from Velana International Airport, with speedboat transfer as the listed mode of transport. The hotel also has a shuttle service. Free on-site parking is available for guests arriving by road. The location in Malé has been rated 9.0 by recent guests.
Speedboat transfers typically cost $50–150 per person round trip (public ferries to local islands can be a few dollars). The exact fare is set by the property — confirm when booking.
On the map
Where to eat
- Pasta Mania restaurant 0.02 km
- The coffee bean & tea leaf cafe 0.03 km
- The Chef Mode Badhige restaurant 0.04 km
- Valhomas Cafe Hulhumale restaurant 0.04 km
- Mr Chips cafe 0.06 km
- Coffee & Bagels cafe 0.07 km
Aina Residency has 29 Google reviews and a rating of 4.4 out of 5. Specific review themes were not available for analysis, but the location has been rated 9.0 by recent guests, and the property is flagged as highly rated for its position in Malé.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to Aina Residency?
The hotel is approximately 3 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer mode is by speedboat. The property also has a shuttle service, so it is worth confirming pickup arrangements directly with the hotel before arrival.
What room types are available?
There are four suite types: Deluxe Junior Suite (60 m²), Deluxe Queen Suite (75 m²), Deluxe Suite with Sea View (75 m²), and Superior Suite with Sea View (110 m²). All sleep two and include a private kitchen and balcony.
Do the rooms have cooking facilities?
Yes. Every suite has a private kitchen with a stovetop, oven, microwave, refrigerator, electric kettle, and kitchenware. There is also a washing machine in each unit.
What breakfast options does the hotel serve?
Breakfast covers continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, halal, and Asian options. Confirm whether breakfast is included in your rate at the time of booking, as this can vary.
Is there a kids' club?
Yes, Aina Residency has a kids' club. The hotel also has family rooms. It is one of the few city hotels in Malé with dedicated children's facilities.
Is parking available, and does it cost extra?
Free parking is available on-site. This is included at no additional charge, which is relatively uncommon for hotels in the Malé area.
Are there restaurants near the hotel?
Several dining options are within walking distance. Pasta Mania is 20 metres away, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is 30 metres, and additional cafes and restaurants including Valhomas Cafe and Marinate are all within 100 metres.
Is there a house reef or beach access?
The hotel has a beachfront setting, but no house reef is listed in the available property details. Guests looking for snorkelling or diving should confirm water-access options directly with the hotel.
What is the price range for rooms?
Rates start from around $175/night for the Deluxe Junior Suite and go up to approximately $499/night for the Superior Suite with Sea View. Prices vary by date and booking conditions.
How do I book a room at Aina Residency?
Rooms can be booked through major travel and hotel booking platforms. Check directly with the hotel for any specific rates, meal-plan inclusions, or transfer packages not listed on third-party sites.
What is the best time of year to visit Malé?
The dry season in the Maldives runs roughly from November to April, with lower humidity and calmer seas. The wet season from May to October brings more rain but also lower prices at many properties.
Does the hotel have WiFi?
Free WiFi is included in all four suite types. There is also a desk and seating area in each room, making the suites practical for guests who need to work during their stay.