Wish Guesthouse
A Huraa island base with a rooftop, a beach nearby, and mangroves at the door
A local-island guesthouse on Huraa
Wish Guesthouse is a 13-room boutique guest house on K. Huraa in the North Malé Atoll, set among mangroves roughly 20 km from Velana International Airport. Bikini Beach is a five-minute walk away, and the rooftop Terrace Restaurant looks out over the sea. Rooms start at $82 per night. The guest house also has a complimentary gym and can arrange excursions ranging from mangrove kayaking to sandbank picnics. It holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 55 reviews.
The honest verdict
A compact, well-equipped island guest house with a good rooftop restaurant, a short walk to a public beach, and organised excursions rather than an on-site resort experience.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples and small groups
- Travellers wanting a local island feel
- Those combining island stays with Malé day trips
- Guests who want organised water activities
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting a private beach
- Those wanting alcohol on the island
- Guests seeking a large-resort atmosphere
Location on K. Huraa
The guest house sits on a local island surrounded by mangroves, about 20 km from Velana International Airport. Bikini Beach is a five-minute walk. The setting gives a genuine island-life feel without the isolation of a remote atoll.
Terrace Restaurant on the roof
The rooftop Terrace Restaurant serves a Maldivian and continental breakfast with juice each morning. At lunch and dinner the menu shifts to an à-la-carte selection of Asian dishes with local flavour, all with open sea views above the island.
Rooms and the suite
All 13 rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms. Standard rooms run 13 m², most with a private balcony catching sunrise or sunset. The Deluxe Suite at 27 m² has a separate bedroom, a living room, and two bathrooms.
Gym and rooftop lounge
A fully equipped gym is available to guests at no extra charge. The rooftop lounge above the Terrace Restaurant is a separate space for sitting out in the evening with views across the water.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
Double Room
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed OR 1 single bed OR 1 double bed
- Balcony
- City view
- River view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Deluxe Twin Room
sleeps 3 · 2 single beds OR 3 single beds
- Balcony
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Minibar
Deluxe Suite
27 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 sofa bed
- Private suite
- City view
- River view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
Inside Wish Guesthouse
Amenities at Wish Guesthouse
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Shower
Bedroom
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Getting there
K. Huraa sits about 20 km from Velana International Airport. The standard transfer is by public ferry or shared speedboat, with the speedboat taking roughly 25 minutes. The guest house also runs a Malé transfer service at $20 per guest for a one-time trip, useful for day visits to the capital.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
On the map
Across 55 Google reviews the property holds a 4.6/5 rating. Recent guests specifically highlight the location, and the highlights data points to strong scores for cleanliness and position on the island. The breakfast offering — continental, vegetarian, halal, and Asian options — is called out as a positive.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to Wish Guesthouse?
The guest house is roughly 20 km from Velana International Airport. You can reach K. Huraa by public ferry or shared speedboat. The speedboat transfer takes about 25 minutes. A Malé transfer service is also available from the guest house for $20 per guest (one-time).
What room types are available?
There are four main room categories: Deluxe Double Room, Double Room, Deluxe Twin Room, and Deluxe Suite. The suite at 27 m² is the largest and has two bathrooms and a separate living area. All other rooms are 13 m².
What does breakfast include?
The Terrace Restaurant serves a Maldivian and continental breakfast with juice each morning. The options cover continental, vegetarian, halal, and Asian preparations, making it suitable for most dietary preferences.
Is there a restaurant for lunch and dinner?
Yes. The rooftop Terrace Restaurant runs an à-la-carte menu of Asian dishes with local Maldivian flavour for both lunch and dinner, in addition to the breakfast service.
Is there a beach at the guest house?
There is no private beach on-site. Bikini Beach is a five-minute walk from the guest house and is the nearest swimming beach for guests.
Can I go snorkelling or diving?
Snorkelling and diving excursions can be arranged through the guest house with local operators. These are boat-based trips, not on-site activities. Fishing trips, dolphin cruises, and sandbank picnics can be arranged the same way.
Is there a gym?
Yes, a fully equipped gym is available to all guests at no extra charge.
Is alcohol available on K. Huraa?
K. Huraa is a local inhabited island and, like all such islands in the Maldives, is alcohol-free. No alcohol is served at the guest house.
Can the guest house accommodate families or groups?
The Deluxe Twin Room sleeps up to three with a flexible single-bed configuration. The Deluxe Suite also sleeps three using a double bed and sofa bed. For larger groups, multiple rooms can be booked.
Can Wish Guesthouse host events or retreats?
Yes. The property is set up as a venue for weddings, company retreats, and other events. Contact the guest house directly to discuss arrangements and availability.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from around $82 per night for the Deluxe Double Room. The Double Room starts from $94, the Deluxe Twin from $99, and the Deluxe Suite from approximately $104 per night. Rates vary by season and availability.
Is WiFi included?
Free WiFi is included in all room types. An electric kettle and refrigerator are also standard across rooms, based on the facility listings.