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  11. The Nest
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
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About The Nest

Dhawa's signature 24-hour gathering space where guests mingle over delicious drinks and light bites at any hour, overlooking the beach and lagoon.

Part of the dining roster at Dhawa Ihuru, North Malé Atoll, this snacks & beverages restaurant runs a lounge format.

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The Dhawa Ihuru experience

Dhawa Ihuru is a 5-star private-island resort in the North Malé Atoll, a 25-minute speedboat transfer from Velana International Airport and part of the Anantara group under the Minor Hotels umbrella. The 3-hectare island holds 45 beachfront bungalows, each with direct sand access and most steps from the shoreline…

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How to reach

Getting there

25 min speedboat from MLE

Dhawa Ihuru is reached by speedboat (25 min) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in North Malé Atoll.

Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.

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Questions about The Nest

  • What cuisine does The Nest serve?+
    The Nest at Dhawa Ihuru serves Snacks & Beverages in a lounge format. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.
  • Is The Nest included in resort meal plans?+
    Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Dhawa Ihuru cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like The Nest sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
  • Where is The Nest located?+
    The Nest is one of the dining venues at Dhawa Ihuru, set in North Malé Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
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Reserve at The Nest

Specialty restaurants at Dhawa Ihuru are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.

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