Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Star rating

Standard Room
Standard Room
Superior Room
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalows
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Malamathi Restaurant & Bar
Malamathi Restaurant & Bar
Private dining
El Madi Restaurant
Iruohsnee Bar
Iruohsnee Bar
EYZ Bar
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Standard Room
Standard Room
Superior Room
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
Water Bungalows
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Water Bungalow
Malamathi Restaurant & Bar
Malamathi Restaurant & Bar
Private dining
El Madi Restaurant
Iruohsnee Bar
Iruohsnee Bar
EYZ Bar

The hotel

This lush resort is blessed with amazingly colourful coral reefs, a fine white sandy beach on one side of the island and a turquoise lagoon, making it perfect for those seeking unspoiled surrounds in which to relax. You won’t want to miss the underwater world though so be sure to grab a snorkel, jump in and discover the spectacular marine life. Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon offers warm friendly service and has a great range of amenities, as well as regular entertainment for those chilled island evenings. Choose to access the island by an exhilarating speedboat ride or travel by seaplane, a great way to arrive, offering spectacular aerial views.

Amenities

  • Snorkelling
  • Tennis
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Restaurant
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

In the northeast of North Ari Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 30 minutes by seaplane (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person), or 1 hour 30 minutes by speedboat. Please note: seaplane transfers to/from your resort will only operate in daylight hours. Speedboat transfers are more economical, are available during daylight hours (except May-September) and are weather dependent. Please ensure your international flights into and out of Malé allow for these schedules.

Hotel information

112 rooms and bungalows. All with terrace, air-conditioning, satellite TV, complimentary, telephone, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-bar*, safe, hairdryer and iron. Standard Rooms are located on the island, open out onto the gardens and have outdoor showers, with 1 king-size bed, plus extra bed on request, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Standard All-Inclusive package: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner plus selection of local snacks served between 10.00am-11.00am, 4.00pm-5.30pm and 10.00pm-11.00pm: unlimited regular house brands from a a selection of spirits and wines (served by the glass only), unlimited cocktails and mocktails from a select menu, selection of draught beer, selection of carbonated soft drinks, canned fruit juice, mineralised water plus teas and coffees at all outlets. Access to gym, badminton, tennis, squash courts, table tennis, billiard, snooker, beach volleyball and football (equipment included).

Virgin All-Inclusive: includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in allocated buffet, plus morning, evening and late night snacks. Local and premium branded spirits, wines and cocktails, fresh juices and milk shakes, still bottled water, and tea and coffee. Plus one seafood grill or steak dinner at the the table (once per stay), a platter of chocolates in room on second day and mini-bar including soft drinks and beer (replenished once daily). One dolphin watching excursion per stay. Use of fitness centre, badminton, tennis courts, table tennis, snooker and squash.

Premium All-Inclusive package: includes all inclusions of the standard package plus a welcome bottle of sparkling wine on arrival, in-room mini-bar stocked with beer, bottled water and potato chips (replenished daily), premium international brand spirits wines and cocktails, unlimited fresh juice and milk shakes, 2 complimentary excursions from selected list - per person per stay (weather permitting), invitation to 2 special themed party events organized by the resort, one special dinner on the beach with the option of a mixed seafood grill or steak, 1 x signature 60 minute Balinese spa treatment at Chavana Spa once every 5 night stay. Turndown service every night.

Please note: outside the hours of 00:00 to 09.00am any food/drinks consumed (regardless of AIl-Inclusive package booked) will be charged on consumption.

Superior Rooms are in two-storey blocks (with two Superior Rooms on each floor) and face the ocean. These spacious rooms have 1 king-size bed and 1 single bed (extra bed available), sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beach Bungalows are individual and look out to sea, offering more privacy, and have 1 king-size bed plus extra bed on request, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.

Water Bungalows are set on stilts over the water, with private deck, and have 1 king-size bed plus extra bed on request, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

  • Booking Bonus: Book by15 Jun '25 to receive up to 43% off the accommodation cost for stay between 30 Apr '25 - 31 Oct '26.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Madi Restaurant (international buffet, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner). Malamathi Restaurant & Bar (exclusively for guests staying in Water Bungalows). Iruohsnee bar and coffee shop. EYZ Bar. Malamathi Poolside Bar. 

Entertainment including live bands and DJ music.

Infinity swimming pool. Chavana Spa* with choice of massages and treatments. Fitness room. PADI dive centre*. Snorkelling* and canoeing*. Tennis, table tennis, squash, badminton and billiard table. Island hopping excursions*, manta safaris* and fishing trips*. 

Laundry service. Complimentary WiFi.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not a good experience, less than expectations

Jun 9, 2025 Pierpaolo S

We recently stayed at Ellaidhoo by Cinnamon for one week from June 3 to 10. When booking our stay two months in advance, we specifically requested a room on the beach side of the island. Unfortunately, upon arrival, we were assigned a room on the opposite side—facing the rocky shore, with no beach access—and on the second floor, despite having… Read more
We recently stayed at Ellaidhoo by Cinnamon for one week from June 3 to 10. When booking our stay two months in advance, we specifically requested a room on the beach side of the island. Unfortunately, upon arrival, we were assigned a room on the opposite side—facing the rocky shore, with no beach access—and on the second floor, despite having clearly informed the resort that we would be traveling with a small baby and a stroller. Additionally, we were disappointed to find that much of the island’s perimeter is reinforced with large, anti-erosion black concrete blocks, significantly detracting from the natural beauty of the surroundings. The actual beach area is limited to a small portion—approximately one-fifth—of the island. On a positive note, the buffet restaurant exceeded expectations. It offered a wide variety of dishes to suit different tastes, and the staff at the restaurant were consistently kind, helpful, and attentive. However, our experience with the bar service was less than satisfactory. We felt that the bartenders treated guests differently based on their meal plan, with those on a half-board basis, like ourselves, receiving noticeably less courteous service compared to all-inclusive guests. On more than one occasion, we were told that complimentary tea was reserved exclusively for all-inclusive guests—even for a child—which was neither stated at check-in nor mentioned in any written communication. This seemed particularly inconsistent given that the same tea is freely provided in guest rooms. Regrettably, the overall experience did not meet our expectations, particularly given the standard the Cinnamon brand is known for. We hope management will consider these concerns to improve future guest experiences. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent diving resources and good food

Jun 9, 2025 Min Y

The diving resources are excellent, and the underwater environment is very good. There are beautiful corals and various schools of fish. Also, there are a large number of sharks from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day. It is estimated that there are more than 30 sharks, mostly blacktip reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks and gray sharks. There are also… Read more
The diving resources are excellent, and the underwater environment is very good. There are beautiful corals and various schools of fish. Also, there are a large number of sharks from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. every day. It is estimated that there are more than 30 sharks, mostly blacktip reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks and gray sharks. There are also jackfish storms and some other fish that I don't know. Turtles can be seen every day, and the food is delicious and wonderful. It can be different every day from Monday to Sunday. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Good experience

Jun 9, 2025 dezel77

The place was pleasant The restaurant is perfect : especially Mr Vipula is so kind very welcoming and with a lot of advices so make the meals magic ✨ About the activities: we had some inconvenient experience : one of the excursion has been cancelled in the last minute but fun fact : this can be avoided because it happens every year for Eid And… Read more
The place was pleasant The restaurant is perfect : especially Mr Vipula is so kind very welcoming and with a lot of advices so make the meals magic ✨ About the activities: we had some inconvenient experience : one of the excursion has been cancelled in the last minute but fun fact : this can be avoided because it happens every year for Eid And the team didn’t suggest any other solution. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Excellent reef, stuff and food!

Jun 8, 2025 Kleo P Vienna, Austria

Pro: I went with my 76 Years old father to this Resort as it was his first time at Maldives. Our stay was great. The transfer from the airport via speedboat was seamless and easy to find, and the ride to the resort took about an hour. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed with cold towels, a refreshing drink and each of us received a refillable… Read more
Pro: I went with my 76 Years old father to this Resort as it was his first time at Maldives. Our stay was great. The transfer from the airport via speedboat was seamless and easy to find, and the ride to the resort took about an hour. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed with cold towels, a refreshing drink and each of us received a refillable water bottle. I truly appreciate that this is a plastic-free island where they are genuinely committed to protecting the environment and preserving the local flora and fauna. Top marks for sustainability! They also invited for drinks &Snacks where a biologist gave a presentation about the island and its marine life. We were assigned to beachfront bungalows and it was incredibly thoughtful that they arranged for my father, who does not speak English, to be placed next to my bungalow. A big thank you to Gasim for this wonderful consideration! We had Bungalows 306 and 307. I can highly recommend these beachfront bungalows in the first row: they were spacious, clean, well-maintained, and fully air-conditioned, with fresh water provided daily in the room. The entire staff deserves praise for their exceptional service — from housekeeping and reception to the waitstaff, snorkeling guides, and chefs. Every single person was attentive and welcoming. The manta tour was a highlight — absolutely recommended! The house reef is sensational and well-preserved: we saw clownfish, stingrays, blacktip reef sharks, moray eels, giant clams, parrotfish, and more. Simply breathtaking and alive. The buffet meals were outstanding: top quality and a wide selection of local specialties as well as western dishes. A big thank you to Chef Vipulah for the excellent cuisine and his care about my father ;) A special mention goes to the departure experience: we were upgraded to a seaplane transfer for our journey back, which was an unforgettable experience — especially for my father, who will cherish those memories forever. Thank you for making that possible! Special thanks go to Gasim, Sawaatah, Vipulah, Irufan (our waiter), Niha, Moosa, and Joie. Thank you all for making our stay so memorable! Con: - Water bungalows: We didn‘t stay in the overwater bungalows, but I noticed that they didn‘t have direct access to the sea. -Some guest might also find it bothersome that the island is sourrounded by wave breakers which affect the visual impression. - No coffee machine in the room Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Once in a lifetime

Jun 8, 2025 debs17112025

Once in a lifetime holiday , beautiful island absolutely great staff would have loved a little arrival gift in our room but I suppose that’s just a tiny thing