Ellaidhoo Maldives by Cinnamon

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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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.

Board basis options

Full Board option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner. Mineral water and regular coffee/tea will be included during meal times only (upon request).

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.

Please note: Virgin All-Inclusive packages are no longer available to book. Rest assured, if you’ve already made a booking, your package remains unchanged and will be honoured.

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.

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 A hidden gem

Jun 30, 2025 Edenhouse1 Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Our bungalow was perfect. Laying in bed in the morning looking at the crystal clear waters was amazing. I swam next to a shark what an experience and because of the beautiful water my husband snorkelled for the first time. Our room was kept spotless by our room boy Inaz, he was polite and very efficient. He did a leaf design on our bed for our… Read more
Our bungalow was perfect. Laying in bed in the morning looking at the crystal clear waters was amazing. I swam next to a shark what an experience and because of the beautiful water my husband snorkelled for the first time. Our room was kept spotless by our room boy Inaz, he was polite and very efficient. He did a leaf design on our bed for our anniversary and another on our last morning. We are sad to be leaving tomorrow. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating A truly magical experience. Highly recommend!

Jun 28, 2025 S W

We came here on our honeymoon and it surpassed our expectations! The island is absolutely beautiful, and though its small enough to walk around in 10mins, it was not crowded at all. Many times we stepped out of our room onto the the sand and there was no one else around. You have the ocean at your doorstep with a stunning selection of wildlife to… Read more
We came here on our honeymoon and it surpassed our expectations! The island is absolutely beautiful, and though its small enough to walk around in 10mins, it was not crowded at all. Many times we stepped out of our room onto the the sand and there was no one else around. You have the ocean at your doorstep with a stunning selection of wildlife to experience. The island provides snorkeling equipment to rent and specialised tour led excursions to book. All the staff were so friendly and helpful - special thanks to Yeni and Rafih who delivered a wonderful spa experience, and to Susil and Unais in the restaurant who went above and beyond to make our stay magical. Highly recommend. Only thing I'd warn about it booking the speedboat transfer from the airport - that was a grave mistake and we immediately upgraded to book the sea plane for our return upon arriving, as did the others who were on our speedboat. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great place to have your honeymoon at

Jun 27, 2025 truczkail

Was here with my wife. The island is wonderful. Amenities are plenty, we had everything we needed. The food was multicultural and plenty of choices available for each meal. Would recommend taking the all inclusive option for everyone visiting. It just makes things a lot easier. The island has a tennis court, gym, spa and many many more. During… Read more
Was here with my wife. The island is wonderful. Amenities are plenty, we had everything we needed. The food was multicultural and plenty of choices available for each meal. Would recommend taking the all inclusive option for everyone visiting. It just makes things a lot easier. The island has a tennis court, gym, spa and many many more. During our stay we basically went everywhere barefoot as the sand and beach is maintained daily. The staff is super friendly and helpful. Everyone speaks English and is striving to provide aj incredible service. From the many options of activities we did the following : - sunset fishing cruise - actually caught fish - dolphin watching - snorkeling - spa day I would love to come back every year and recommend everyone to come. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating beautiful hotel, friendly staff, delicious food. the hotel is beautiful, cozy. suitable for a relaxing holiday for coupl

Jun 24, 2025 Олена К

beautiful hotel, friendly staff, delicious food. the hotel is beautiful, cozy. suitable for a relaxing holiday for couples
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great experience

Jun 23, 2025 ianh162 worthing

Wonderful stay.went with 4 family for our 40th wedding anniversary and couldn't have been happier.reef is superb, sharks rays octopus turtles etc.vegie food brilliant and lovely staff.