Where modern island life meets the ocean
Hulhumalé
Explore Hulhumalé, where a modern, planned town meets a long public beach. Walk the seafront, sit in a beach café, wander the parks and shops, and be back in Malé the same evening.
About Hulhumalé
Hulhumalé was built on land reclaimed from the lagoon beside the airport island, and has grown into a large, planned town that is now part of Greater Malé.
Compared with Malé it feels open and green, with wide streets, parks and a long beach along its eastern shore. The Sinamalé Bridge, opened in 2018, links Malé to the airport island, and a road continues from there into Hulhumalé.
Things to see and do
Most visitors come for the beach and stay for a meal by the sea.
BeachEastern shore of Hulhumalé
A long stretch of white sand and shallow, clear water, popular with families and for evening walks.
This is a local public beach: modest swimwear, such as shorts and a T-shirt, is expected.
ParkCentral Hulhumalé
A large green park with paths, a pond and play areas, where residents walk, jog and meet in the evenings.
CultureCentral Hulhumalé
A large modern mosque with a golden dome, at the heart of the island's community life.
Visit outside prayer times, dress modestly and ask before going inside.
FoodAlong the beach road
Cafés and small restaurants face the sea along the beach road. Find a table in the shade and watch the water.
ShoppingAround the town centre
Supermarkets, everyday shops and places to eat are spread around the town centre and residential streets.
Hulhumalé beach
Watersports operators work from the beach. What is on offer changes with the season and the weather.
Check what is available before you go. We can help you find out.
Getting to Hulhumalé
Buses run between Malé, the airport and Hulhumalé across the Sinamalé Bridge.
Taxis cross the bridge directly. Our reception can call one for you.
Public ferries also run between Malé and Hulhumalé.
Routes, times and fares change. Check the current timetable on Raajje Transport Link (RTL), or ask at reception.
Visitor tips
Cover your shoulders and knees away from the beach, and cover up when you leave the sand.
Hulhumalé beach is a local beach. Wear modest swimwear and keep the beach clean.
Visit outside prayer times, remove your shoes and ask before you enter or take photos.
The sun is strong all year. Bring water, a hat and reef-safe sunscreen.
There may be no lifeguard. Swim within your depth and watch for currents and boats.
Check the time of the last bus or ferry, or arrange a taxi for your return.
Explore nearby
Photo: xiquinhosilva, CC BY 4.0 The capital: mosques, markets, parks and the busy waterfront, right outside the hotel.
Explore Malé
Photo: Adam Jones, CC BY-SA 2.0 A green, quiet island a short ferry ride west of Malé.
Discover Vilimalé
Photo: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0 Historic mosques, museums, markets and beaches worth your time.
See the attractionsPhoto credits. Hulhumalé beach, with white sand, palm trees and turquoise water: Saaremees, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. The long beach on the eastern shore of Hulhumalé: goldpicasa, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons. A coconut palm heavy with fruit in Hulhumalé: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. The Friday Mosque in Hulhumalé with its golden dome: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Shaded seating on the sand at Hulhumalé beach: Saaremees, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. A white minaret among trees and buildings in Hulhumalé: Adam Jones, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Aerial view of the Sinamalé Bridge linking Malé with the airport island: Panda 51, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Malé City seen from the water, with the golden dome of the Grand Friday Mosque: xiquinhosilva, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. A quiet beach on Vilimalé: Adam Jones, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Hukuru Miskiy, the Old Friday Mosque, built from coral stone: Zairon, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Other photos: Unsplash.
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