Eriyadu Island Resort

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Eriyadu Island Resort | Maldives, Indian Ocean | Virgin Atlantic Holidays

Maldives, Indian Ocean

3 stars

If you're looking for a peaceful, affordable Maldivian retreat with fantastic snorkelling and diving options, then we got you. The small and intimate Eriyadu Island Resort is in the North Malé Atoll, and is popular with snorkellers and scuba-divers of all levels. Known for its house reef (considered one of the best in the Maldives!) you can encounter a rich underwater world filled with colourful corals and schools of fish, just a short swim from the beach. Offering 76 rooms, including beachfront bungalows, the resort occupies a small island which you can walk around in about 10 minutes, creating a private atmosphere that is ideal for couples and anyone looking to unwind.

Amenities

Kayaking
Scuba Diving
Snorkelling
Families
Bar
Internet Access
Restaurant
Safety Deposit Box
Spa
Swimming Pool
Beachfront location

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Located in the North Malé Atoll of the Maldives. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 45 minutes by speedboat.

Hotel Information

Room Information
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76 rooms with air-conditioning, ceiling fan, sitting area, private bathroom, WiFi, satellite TV, tea/coffee maker, mini-bar* and safe. Seaview Sky Rooms with private balconies or verandas and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Full Board includes: breakfast, lunch and dinner at the main restaurant. Juice, soft drinks, water, tea/coffee during mealtime.

Hotel details

Dining

Mela Restaurant (all-day dining, international buffet). Blitz Bar and Café (light meals and drinks, à la carte menu). Turtle Bar. Destination dining*.

Fun and Games

Swimming pool. Spa*. Gym. Water sports centre wit windsurfing*, kayaks* and paddle boarding*. House reef. PADI dive centre*. Sunset cruises*. Dolphin watching*. Fishing*. Kids play area with educational toys.

Entertainment

Disco on Thursday night and karaoke on Sunday night, at Blitz Bar and Café.

Handy Stuff

Complimentary WiFi access.

Additional Information

*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.

Trip advisor rating

4.2/5

1,656 reviews

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“Disappointing stay – undisclosed renovations ruined the “paradise island” experience”

Sep 07, 2025Matthijs en Jan... V

We chose Eriyadu Island Resort because of its promise of a peaceful, idyllic “paradise island” escape, as shown on the website and in promotional materials. Unfortunately, the reality was very different. When we arrived, we discovered that almost half of the island was under renovation. Large areas were inaccessible, building debris and materials were scattered across the resort, and the overall atmosphere was far from the tranquil experience that was advertised. None of this was disclosed before our booking or communicated in advance. We raised our concerns during our stay, but no meaningful action was taken. After returning home, we contacted management directly and requested appropriate compensation, supported by photo evidence. Sadly, the response was dismissive and the resort refused any form of refund. The Maldivian setting is naturally beautiful, but the ongoing works and lack of transparency completely overshadowed our holiday. A “paradise island” should not feel like a construction site. ⚠️ Travelers should be aware: if you book here, you may not get the peaceful experience advertised. Transparency and guest care were seriously lacking in our case.

“Paradise holiday!”

Aug 14, 2025Ekaterina V

This was our first vacation in the Maldives with my husband. Words cannot describe the heavenly pleasure we experienced! A stunning hotel, with everything you need in the rooms, an exit from the room directly to the beach - white, warm sand - you can literally walk barefoot all over the island! The island itself is small - you can walk around it in just 5-7 minutes. Along the way, you can meet crabs and herons) The reef is unimaginably beautiful! It seems we saw thousands of species of fish - from small to large, from black and white to multi-colored. What can we say about reef sharks and stingrays! An unforgettable feeling when you swim literally half a meter from them! We advise you to definitely take snorkeling masks and fins with you, and you can snorkel all day long. The hotel staff is very polite, friendly, always smiling and ready to help at any moment! I would especially like to mention our roomboy - Abir, he was the one who greeted us every day with a dazzling smile, and did an amazing job of cleaning the room! All the food was delicious, varied, and the waiters were polite. We were served by a lovely girl, Nuzufa, who did her job perfectly! In the hotel bar you can watch the breathtaking sunsets, as well as enjoy delicious drinks and chat with the friendly staff. From the excursions we took sunset fishing - we were lucky and caught several fish, which were prepared for us for dinner the next day) We also highly recommend trying night snorkeling - at first the idea of swimming in the night ocean with sharks and fish seems scary, but believe me, the sharks and fish don't care about you) Therefore, as Elsa, a girl from the dive center, says, "enjoy it!" It is worth noting that on the territory of the hotel there is a small souvenir shop with everything you need - sunscreen, toothpaste/toothbrushes, towels, swimsuits, various souvenirs, etc. Also, in rainy weather you can go to the gym or play table tennis or billiards) In general, we give the hotel 10 out of 10, thank the staff for an amazing holiday and wish you further prosperity! We hope to return to you next summer)

“Friendly and relaxing”

Aug 14, 2025MellowMeanderer

Had a great week relaxing on this small, friendly island. The boat trip to and from the island takes around an hour. The boat crew are friendly and helpful. Food on the island is well cooked and tasty. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all buffet style. The restaurant staff were very attentive without being intrusive. Our beach bungalow had recently been refurbished and was kept clean and tidy by the room attendant. The only downside was that the bathroom was completely enclosed, so could get rather hot during the day. The house reef was great for snorkeling, with plenty of coral and a good variety of fish including the occasional reef shark. It is possible to circumnavigate the island in less than an hour. There was some refurbishment being done on parts of the island, but this did not impact on my enjoyment. Will definitely return in future.

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