Hotel Octave Maldives
A practical Malé base with free breakfast and a city outlook
A city stay in Malé
Hotel Octave Maldives sits in Malé, about 3 km from the airport via the Sinamalé Bridge. Rooms start from around $46 per night and include free breakfast, making it one of the more straightforward city options in the capital. The hotel has an on-site restaurant, airport shuttle, and full-service laundry. All rooms are non-smoking and air-conditioned. With 198 Google reviews and a rating of 3.8/5, it draws travellers who want a functional city stop rather than a resort experience.
The honest verdict
A no-frills city hotel with breakfast included, airport shuttle access, and rooms priced for practicality over luxury.
Best for
- Transit and stopover travellers
- Families needing a city-view room
- Budget-conscious solo travellers
- Visitors wanting easy airport access
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers seeking a beach or lagoon setting
- Those wanting a resort-style experience
- Guests prioritising bathroom quality
City views from your room
The Deluxe Double or Twin and Family rooms both look out over Malé, giving a ground-level read on the capital's dense skyline and waterfront. It's a perspective most atoll resorts don't offer.
On-site dining and breakfast
The hotel runs its own restaurant and includes free breakfast with stays. Having a dining option in-house is useful in Malé, where meal times can be shaped around prayer schedules and local hours.
Compact but functional rooms
The Family Room covers 17 m² and sleeps three across a double and a single bed. All room types include air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, and free WiFi.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double or Twin Room with City View
sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Family Room
17 m² · sleeps 3 · 1 single bed / 1 double bed
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Free WiFi
Single Room with Private External Bathroom
sleeps 1 · 1 single bed
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Hotel Octave Maldives
Amenities at Hotel Octave Maldives
Great for your stay
- Private bathroom
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Private bathroom
Internet
- Internet services
Family friendly
- Family rooms
General
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Non-smoking rooms
Getting there
Hotel Octave Maldives is in Malé, approximately 3 km from Velana International Airport. The crossing uses the Sinamalé Bridge by taxi, and the hotel has its own airport shuttle. No seaplane or domestic flight is involved. Guests note the airport access as a practical strength of this location.
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
Service draws the most feedback: 38 of 47 mentions are positive. Cleanliness scores well too, with 23 of 27 mentions in favour. Atmosphere is the most consistently praised theme at 9 of 9 positive mentions. Location divides guests more, with 10 of 23 mentions positive, and bathrooms are a recurring point of concern at 4 of 11 positive.
- Things to do4.8
- Restaurants4.6
- Airport access4.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from the airport to Hotel Octave Maldives?
The hotel is about 3 km from Velana International Airport, connected via the Sinamalé Bridge. An airport taxi is the standard transfer, and the hotel also has an airport shuttle service.
Is breakfast included?
Yes. Free breakfast is listed as a standard amenity at Hotel Octave Maldives.
What room types are available?
There are three room types: a Deluxe Double or Twin Room with City View, a Family Room (17 m², sleeps 3), and a Single Room with Private External Bathroom.
What is the cheapest room available?
The Single Room with Private External Bathroom starts from around $46 per night and is the most affordable option.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The hotel has an on-site restaurant in addition to the complimentary breakfast service.
Is the hotel suitable for families?
The Family Room sleeps three across a double and a single bed. Family rooms and facilities are listed as a specific feature of the property.
Is parking available?
Yes, parking is listed among the hotel's amenities.
Is Wi-Fi available throughout the property?
Free WiFi is available and is included in all room types.
Can I arrange excursions or island trips from here?
Hotel Octave Maldives is a city property in Malé. Snorkelling, diving, and island excursions can be arranged through local operators, but these are not on-site facilities.
Is the property alcohol-free?
Malé is an alcohol-free island, so no alcohol is served at the hotel or available on the island.
What is the hotel's Google rating?
Hotel Octave Maldives holds a Google rating of 3.8/5 based on 198 reviews.
Is the hotel non-smoking?
Yes. The property is entirely non-smoking, and all rooms are designated non-smoking.