Three Inn
A practical Hulhumalé base, close to the airport and the water.
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Three Inn is a 20-room budget inn in Hulhumalé, roughly 3.1 km from Velana International Airport. It suits travellers who want a straightforward overnight or a short base before connecting onward, and it carries a google rating of 3.4/5 across 231 reviews. The inn has a restaurant serving Chinese and Indian cuisine, free breakfast, and balconies across all room types. Beach access is available, and the front desk runs around the clock. Hulhumalé is an alcohol-free island.
The honest verdict
A compact, no-frills inn with an on-site restaurant, free breakfast, and easy airport access via the Sinamalé Bridge.
Best for
- Transit and stopover stays
- Budget-conscious travellers
- Business or solo travellers
- Families wanting a city-side base
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers seeking resort-style facilities
- Those wanting a private beach or house reef experience
- Guests wanting alcohol on-site
Location and airport access
Hulhumalé sits 3.1 km from Velana International Airport, reachable by taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge in around 10 minutes. Guests single out location and airport access as clear positives, with 19 of 22 location mentions rated favourably.
Rooms and views
All rooms have balconies. Depending on the room type, outlooks include city, garden, or landmark views. Room sizes run from 19 m² to 23 m², and every room includes air conditioning, a private bathroom, and a flat-screen TV.
Three Inn Restaurant
The on-site restaurant serves Chinese and Indian cuisine, with buffet dinner and table service available. Free breakfast is included in stays, covering continental, American, halal, and buffet options.
Water activities and beach access
Beach access is available to guests. The inn can arrange water-based excursions including snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing through local operators, along with tours focused on local culture.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Room
19 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
Standard Double or Twin Room
19 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Deluxe Double Room
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
- Air conditioning
Family Room
23 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 single bed / 1 double bed
- Balcony
- Garden view
- Landmark view
- City view
- Air conditioning
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Three Inn
Amenities at Three Inn
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Balcony
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Three Inn sits in Hulhumalé, 3.1 km from Velana International Airport. Getting there is straightforward: a taxi crosses the Sinamalé Bridge and reaches the inn in roughly 10 minutes. The inn also offers an airport shuttle at an extra charge. Hulhumalé is a separate island from Malé and is well-connected by road.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
Across 231 reviews, location draws the most consistent praise — 19 of 22 mentions were positive. Property condition scores reasonably well at 32 positive out of 52. Service and cleanliness are more mixed, with service positive in 28 of 68 mentions. Room and bathroom feedback leans critical, and breakfast receives limited positive mentions.
- Things to do4.7
- Restaurants4.2
- Airport access4.7
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to Three Inn?
The inn is 3.1 km from Velana International Airport. Travel is by taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge, which takes around 10 minutes. An airport shuttle is available at an extra charge.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included and covers continental, American, halal, and buffet options. The on-site restaurant also serves buffet dinner.
What room types are available?
There are four room types: Deluxe Room, Standard Double or Twin Room, Deluxe Double Room, and Family Room. Sizes run from 19 m² to 23 m², and all have balconies and private bathrooms.
Is there a family-suitable room?
The Family Room sleeps three — one double bed and one single bed — in 23 m². It includes soundproofing and a balcony with garden, landmark, or city views.
What does the on-site restaurant serve?
Three Inn Restaurant serves Chinese and Indian cuisine, with both table service and buffet dinner available. It is the main dining option at the property.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from the inn?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing can be arranged as excursions through local operators. These are not on-site facilities — trips go out by boat.
Is there parking at Three Inn?
Yes. Free self-parking is available on-site.
Is alcohol served at the property?
Hulhumalé is an alcohol-free island, so no alcohol is served at Three Inn or elsewhere in the area.
What payment methods are accepted?
The inn accepts credit cards, debit cards, NFC mobile payments, cash, and cheques. Currency exchange is available at the front desk.
Is there 24-hour reception?
Yes, the front desk operates around the clock. Wake-up calls, daily housekeeping, full-service laundry, and currency exchange are all available.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 pm and check-out is by 12:00 pm noon.
What is the starting price per night?
Rooms start from around $66 per night for a Deluxe Room. The Family Room starts from approximately $109 per night. Rates vary by date and availability.