Dhawa Ihuru

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Dhawa Ihuru Maldives is a boutique resort nestled in the stunning natural beauty of the Maldives. Located on the tiny, picturesque island of Ihuru, this eco-friendly retreat offers a secluded and intimate experience surrounded by white sandy beaches and vibrant coral reefs. With a focus on sustainable luxury, Dhawa Ihuru provides a unique blend of modern comforts and environmentally conscious practices, making it an ideal destination if you're seeking both relaxation and responsible travel.

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Set in North Malé Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 25 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel information

45 villas. All are ocean-facing with air-conditioning, smart TV, WiFi, coffee-making facilities, mini-bar and safe. Beachfront Villas have outdoor living spaces, separate dining room, direct access to the beach and a Maldivian Undhoali swing. Villas with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Board basis options

All-Inclusive Dine option: includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner in the main restaurant. Standard beverages at the restaurant and bar. In room mini-bar replenished daily. 20% discount on destination dining.

All-Inclusive Premium option: includes breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner in the main restaurant. Premium beverages at the restaurant and bar. In room mini-bar replenished daily. Dine Around at Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru (guests on the All-Inclusive Premium package are entitled to dine at Ilaafathi Restaurant and selected beverages at Naiboli Bar in Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. In villa dining (1 daily meal). 50% discount on destination dining. Resort credit of USD 75 (per person, per day. Applicable for selected recreational activities and spa body massages only). 20% savings in the spa. Laundry (2 pieces per villa per day).

Room upgrades

Beachfront Jet Pool Villas have outdoor living spaces, separate dining room, direct access to the beach, a veranda with dining table and chairs, an outdoor swing, an outdoor shower and jetpool. Villas with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Beachfront Rainmist Villas have indoor and outdoor living spaces and a private rainmist lounge. Villas with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Riveli Restaurant (all-day dining, international buffet, and a la carte). Velaavani Bar (drinks and snacks).

Spa*. Fitness centre and yoga room. Non-motorised water sports. Dive centre*. Kids club. Nest (chill out zone area with complimentary tea/coffee and snacks).

* Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Jul 6, 2025 Jindra P

The island is absolutely great, everything is clean, the accommodation is superb, the service is absolutely great, the restaurant is super, the service at the bar is exceptional, Don, Rohit, Pradeep, an unforgettable experience, thank you very much to everyone, Heinrich.
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Jul 6, 2025 J5841TLlisah

This was our 8th visit to the Maldives but the first to Dhawa. We were welcomed on the island personally by the manager and after a refreshing drink, taken to our room. The room was large, clean and a lovely "Happy Birthday" welcome on the bed with leaves and flowers plus a really tasty cake 🎂 The island is small and perfectly formed! You can… Read more
This was our 8th visit to the Maldives but the first to Dhawa. We were welcomed on the island personally by the manager and after a refreshing drink, taken to our room. The room was large, clean and a lovely "Happy Birthday" welcome on the bed with leaves and flowers plus a really tasty cake 🎂 The island is small and perfectly formed! You can walk all the way round in less than 10 minutes. Some evenings were buffet restaurant and some were set menus to choose a 4 course meal from. The alcoholic drinks were amazing. No slushy fake cocktails like you get at some islands and there was plenty of choice. Rooms were cleaned twice a day and the towels provided were of a good quality. All the staff were friendly and helpful and made you feel very welcome. If im being VERY picky, I would say that although the jacuzzi worked well, there were plastic bits broken and no light. The food was of a high quality most nights but a couple of meals were lacking in choice I felt. There is a free speedboat to and from the neighbouring Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru island every 2hrs or so. We went across to have a look around but honestly much preferred Dhawa. We had already booked up for next year to come back to Dhawa and are really looking forward to returning. Thank you to all the wonderful staff that make a visit to Dhawa truly amazing. Read less
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Jul 2, 2025 Nerijus R

It was an amazing stay for our family. All personell was very friendly, nice and kind. Restaurant personell was always smiling, nice to everyone. Special thanks to a bar crew, Rohit, Don, Prdeep! Villas are always clean and smell good. All around great hotel, great trip, super vacations.
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Jul 1, 2025 Filip j

Extremly good experience we had a but stiffer matress but they changed it with ni problem honestly really friendly guys
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Jun 27, 2025 Ella K

We were there in mid-June and had a wonderful vacation. The staff were very attentive and incredibly warm. We never felt like strangers. They were very caring to make sure we had a great time. It’s a place like paradise.