Couples
Standard Room
Comfortable air-conditioned room with flat-screen TV, minibar, tea and coffee facilities, private bathroom, and a balcony or terrace with garden or street views.
Up to 2 guestsIsland & oceanDouble or Twin
Rates
On request
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SOUTH ARI ATOLL · MALDIVES
Guesthouse
Sands Grand Hotel
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
South Ari Atoll
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
- Bed & Breakfast
- Speedboat
- House reef
Net B2B rates on agent login
The resort
About Sands Grand Hotel
Sands Grand Hotel is a guesthouse located on the inhabited local island of Dhigurah in the South Ari Atoll. The property offers 11 rooms and provides Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, and Full Board meal plans. Transfers are available via a 90-minute speedboat ride or a 25-minute seaplane flight. The island of Dhigurah is recognized for its excellent reef access and is one of the best spots in the Maldives for year-round whale shark sightings along its southern channel. Guest reviews, which give the property a 4.8/5 rating, frequently note the spacious rooms and friendly, helpful staff. The hotel's experiences focus on budget-friendly access to whale sharks, manta rays, snorkeling, diving, and authentic local culture. This guesthouse is distinctive for offering direct access to a premier marine life location from a local island community, catering to travelers seeking an affordable and immersive Maldivian experience.
Why we love it
Why we love this resort
Sands Grand Hotel is a guesthouse located on the inhabited local island of Dhigurah in the South Ari Atoll. The property offers 11 rooms and provides Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, and Full Board meal plans.
- House reef: Excellent reef access; Dhigurah is one of the best spots in the Maldives for year-round whale shark sightings along the island's southern channel
Best for
Divers & surfers
The accommodation
Choose your perfect stay
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Couples
Deluxe Room
Spacious deluxe room with upgraded furnishings, balcony, flat-screen TV, minibar, and modern amenities — great base for whale shark excursions and island exploration.
Up to 2 guestsIsland & oceanKing
Rates
On request
Couples
Superior Room
Superior room offering additional space and comfort with a private balcony, modern bathroom, and all standard amenities on Dhigurah's charming local island.
Up to 3 guestsIsland & oceanKing
Rates
On request
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Compare the villas
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
| Villa | View | Pool | Size | Access | Best for | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Room | Island & ocean | — | — | Island | Couples | On request |
| Deluxe Room | Island & ocean | — | — | Island | Couples | On request |
| Superior Room | Island & ocean | — | — | Island | Couples | On request |
Net B2B rates available on agent login.
Sands Restaurant
International & AsianAll-Day Dining
In-house restaurant serving a broad menu of Indian, Italian, Nepalese, local Maldivian, Asian, and international cuisines. Breakfast buffet, à la carte, and vegetarian, vegan, and halal options available.
Rooftop Terrace Bar
Cocktails & Light BitesRooftop Bar
Relaxed rooftop terrace with sun loungers offering drinks and light bites with views over Dhigurah island — a perfect spot to unwind after a whale shark snorkelling excursion.
Plan your stay
Getting here & good to know
Getting here
Speedboat90 min
Seaplane25 min
Satellite view
Sands Grand Hotel · South Ari Atoll
Good to know
- House reef
- Excellent reef access; Dhigurah is one of the best spots in the Maldives for year-round whale shark sightings along the island's southern channel
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 → 12:00
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
- Children
- Children of all ages welcome. Local island setting; guests should note conservative dress codes apply outside the hotel on the inhabited island.
Concierge
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Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Sands Grand Hotelroom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
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Free Wi-Fi
Paid breakfast
Free parking
Accessible
Pool
Air-conditioned
Pet-friendly
Beach access
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Spa
Fitness center
Where is Sands Grand Hotel located?
Sands Grand Hotel is located in South Ari Atoll. Mercury Road, Dhigurah 00070, Maldives
Is Sands Grand Hotel located on a local island?
Yes, Sands Grand Hotel is a guesthouse on a local Maldivian island and offers an authentic cultural experience at affordable prices.
What amenities does Sands Grand Hotel offer?
Sands Grand Hotel offers: Free Wi-Fi, Paid breakfast, Free parking, Air-conditioned, Beach access, Room service, Kid-friendly, Restaurant and more.
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