Pearl Sands of Maldives
Huraa Island, where the beach is right outside your door
A place to stay on Kaafu
Pearl Sands of Maldives sits on Huraa Island in Kaafu Atoll, about 18 km from the airport. It runs as a guest house with the kind of facilities more common at larger properties — a beachfront restaurant, a spa, and direct access to a private beach. All rooms are 38 m² and look out over either the beach or the sea. The property is on a real Maldivian island, so local life is part of the setting. Guests rate it 4.5/5 across 290 Google reviews, with beds and location picked out most frequently.
The honest verdict
A compact beachfront guest house on a local Maldivian island, with proper beach access, a spa, and a restaurant — at prices well below comparable resort stays.
Best for
- Couples wanting a private beach without a resort price tag
- Travellers interested in local island culture
- Anyone prioritising sea views and beachfront access
- Guests who want organised water excursions
Maybe not ideal for
- Those wanting an alcohol-inclusive bar
- Travellers expecting a large-resort scale of facilities
- Guests needing rooms for more than two people
Beachfront setting on Huraa Island
The guest house sits directly on the beach of Huraa Island, a real inhabited island in Kaafu Atoll. Outdoor dining areas, a sun terrace, and a garden all face the water, and the private beach area is accessible from the ground-floor rooms.
Rooms with beach or sea views
Every room is 38 m². Ground-level Beach View rooms have a private terrace that opens straight onto the sand. Upper-level Sea View rooms have a balcony with open ocean views across the surrounding water.
Pearl Beach Spa on the shore
Pearl Beach Spa sits at the water's edge and runs traditional Balinese, deep tissue, and aromatherapy massages delivered by professional therapists. It's one of the few beachfront spa setups at this category of property in the Maldives.
Pearl Sunrise Restaurant
The beachfront restaurant serves local and international cuisine as four-course set meals, with ocean views throughout. Breakfast options cover continental, full English, vegan, halal, gluten-free, Asian, and American styles. Private romantic beach dinners can also be arranged.
Water sports and excursion programme
On-site water sport facilities include windsurfing, with excursions organised to snorkelling sites, dolphin watching, parasailing, jet skiing, wakeboarding, surfing, kayaking, fishing, sandbank visits, and lobster picnics.
Rooms & suites
Deluxe Double Room
38 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
38 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Deluxe Twin Room
38 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Patio
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Superior King Room
38 m² · sleeps 1 · 1 single bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Soundproofing
Inside Pearl Sands of Maldives
Amenities at Pearl Sands of Maldives
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- View
- Free WiFi
- Shuttle service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Pearl Sands is on Huraa Island, Kaafu Atoll, approximately 18 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer runs by public ferry or shared speedboat. Exact timing and ticketing should be confirmed with the property ahead of travel.
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
Pearl Sands holds a 4.5/5 rating across 290 Google reviews. Bed comfort and the beachfront location are the most consistently mentioned positives. The private beach access and the range of excursions on offer also appear frequently across recent guest feedback.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Pearl Sands from the airport?
The guest house is about 18 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer runs by public ferry or shared speedboat. The exact schedule and booking process are best confirmed directly with the property before arrival.
Which islands is Pearl Sands on?
It sits on Huraa Island in Kaafu Atoll, a real inhabited island with a local community around the property.
What room types are available?
There are four room types, all 38 m²: Deluxe Double, Deluxe Double or Twin, Deluxe Twin, and Superior King. Ground-floor rooms have garden-view patios; upper-floor rooms have sea-view balconies.
Is there a private beach?
Yes. The property has a private beach area. Beach View rooms at ground level open directly onto the sand via a private terrace.
What dining options are there on site?
Pearl Sunrise Restaurant is the main beachfront dining venue, serving local and international cuisine as four-course set meals. Pearl Snack Bar within the same venue runs daily from 9:00 am to 11:00 pm serving snacks and drinks.
What breakfast styles are served?
Breakfast covers continental, full English/Irish, vegan, halal, gluten-free, Asian, and American options.
Is there a spa?
Pearl Beach Spa sits on the beachfront and offers traditional Balinese, deep tissue, and aromatherapy massages from professional therapists.
What water activities can I do?
Windsurfing facilities are on site. Excursions can be arranged for snorkelling, diving, canoeing, jet skiing, parasailing, wakeboarding, surfing, kayaking, dolphin trips, fishing, sandbank visits, and lobster picnics.
Are snorkelling and diving done from the property itself?
Snorkelling and diving are run as organised excursions with local operators — trips go to turtle, shark, coral garden, and fish factory sites. They are not walk-in house reef sessions.
Is Pearl Sands suitable for a romantic trip?
The property has dedicated romantic packages including private beach dinners, bed decoration, and sunset high tea, all bookable through the guest house.
What is the Google rating?
Pearl Sands holds a 4.5/5 rating based on 290 Google reviews. Bed comfort and the beachfront location are the themes guests mention most.
What are the room rates?
Rates start from $214.50 per night for the Deluxe Double Room. Sea-view rooms with balconies start from $253 per night. Prices vary by date and availability.