The resort
Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo is a well-regarded 3-star guesthouse on the local island of Rasdhoo in the North Ari region, a 575m x 400m inhabited island reached by a 90-minute speedboat, a 15-minute seaplane, or a 35-minute domestic-flight-plus-speedboat combination from Male. The property has 8 rooms and a single in-house restaurant offering Bed & Breakfast, Half Board and Full Board plans, with menus drawing on Maldivian and international dishes. The location gives direct access to Rasdhoo Madivaru, widely known as Hammerhead Point, where early-morning dives regularly encounter schooling scalloped hammerhead sharks, along with manta rays, eagle rays, grey reef sharks and turtles. Excursions include dive trips, snorkel safaris, sandbank picnics and island-hopping to the nearby Madivaru and Kuramathi channels. With a 4.5/5 rating across 163 reviews, the guesthouse is distinctive for pairing budget-friendly local-island accommodation with immediate access to one of the most sought-after dive sites in the country.
The accommodation
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Direct beach access
2 guests
Comfortable air-conditioned room with ocean view, in-room electronic safe, minibar and private bathroom. Steps from the beach and the in-house dive centre — ideal for diving enthusiasts.
Direct beach access
3 guests
Spacious room accommodating up to three guests, with ocean views, minibar, in-room safe and private bathroom. Perfect for small groups or solo divers sharing.
Direct beach access
2 guests
Twin-bedded room with ocean views and all standard amenities including minibar, in-room electronic safe and private bathroom. Great for two guests travelling together.
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A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
The resort's main restaurant serving continental, American and halal breakfasts with buffet options. Lunch and dinner feature Maldivian local specialties, international dishes, fresh pastries and seasonal produce. Multinational menu catering to all tastes.
Relaxed beach bar offering refreshing drinks, mocktails and light beverages. The perfect spot to unwind after a morning dive at Hammerhead Point or a day on the Rasdhoo lagoon.
Plan your stay
Concierge
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo room 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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Rates depend on travel dates, room type, guest details and current availability. Request a quotation and it will show the inclusions of the meal plan you choose (Bed & Breakfast, Half Board or Full Board) and the transfer arrangements.
Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo is located in Rasdhoo Atoll. 7X7R+3C7, Rasdhoo, Maldives
Yes, Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo is a guesthouse on a local Maldivian island and offers an authentic cultural experience at affordable prices.
Shallow Lagoon Rasdhoo offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Parking, Air-conditioned, Beach access, Kid-friendly, Restaurant, Airport shuttle.
Rasdhoo Atoll
