Dhawa Ihuru

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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Beachfront Villa
Beachfront Villa
Beachfront Rainmist Villa
Beachfront Rainmist Villa
Beachfront Jetpool Villa
Beachfront Jetpool Villa
Beachfront Sunset Villa
Beachfront Sunset Villa
Velaavani Bar
Velaavani Bar
Riveli Restaurant
Nest
Kids club
8LEMENTS Spa
Beachfront Villa
Beachfront Villa
Beachfront Rainmist Villa
Beachfront Rainmist Villa
Beachfront Jetpool Villa
Beachfront Jetpool Villa
Beachfront Sunset Villa
Beachfront Sunset Villa
Velaavani Bar
Velaavani Bar
Riveli Restaurant
Nest
Kids club
8LEMENTS Spa

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. Home to one of the best house reefs in the Maldives, Dhawa Ihuru is a dream for snorkellers and divers alike. The vibrant coral gardens and thriving marine life are easily accessible straight from the beach — and even include a shipwreck -Raanamaari to explore just offshore. With a focus on sustainability, 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. For an extra dimension to your stay, take advantage of the complimentary speedboat transfer to sister island Banyan Tree Vabbinfaru. Just minutes away, this luxurious barefoot paradise invites you to explore a second island — with its own spectacular reef, alternative dining options, and serene beaches. With full access to both resorts, you'll enjoy two distinct island experiences in one unforgettable holiday.

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

For stays completed before 24th December 2026:

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 Sangu Garden for either Lunch or Dinner and selected beverages at Naiboli Bar). 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).


For stays completed from 24th December 2026 onwards:

All-Inclusive Dine option: includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant. Standard beverages at the restaurant and bar. In room mini-bar replenished daily.

All-Inclusive Premium option:includes breakfast, lunch 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 Saffron or Sangu Garden for either Lunch or Dinner and selected beverages at Naiboli Bar and Madi Hiyaa Bar at Banuan Tree Vabbinfaru). In villa dining (1 daily meal).  Laundry (2 pieces per villa per day).

Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

Room upgrades

Beachfront Jet Pool Villas are 68 sqm and 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 Sunset Villas are 57sqm and have outdoor living spaces and direct access to the beach. Villas with 1 king bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults.

Beachfront Rain mist Villas are 68sqm have indoor and outdoor living spaces and a private rain mist 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.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating A perfect little Maldivian island resort

Nov 2, 2026 Departure04801051286 Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

What an amazing holiday from start to finish, from the personalised pick up to the farewell at the end. Dhawa Ihuru did not disappoint! A beautiful tiny island of just 45 villas, all with a seafront view and secluded gardens with day bed, swing and sun loungers, we selected the sunset side of the island. The villa itself was beautifully spacious ,… Read more
What an amazing holiday from start to finish, from the personalised pick up to the farewell at the end. Dhawa Ihuru did not disappoint! A beautiful tiny island of just 45 villas, all with a seafront view and secluded gardens with day bed, swing and sun loungers, we selected the sunset side of the island. The villa itself was beautifully spacious , with an outdoor bathroom, a must for us when visiting the Maldives! Fazleen, kept our perfect space clean and tidy and was very accommodating of any requests we had, all delivered with a friendly discreet service. The restaurant gave us many choices of international food. The chefs worked hard to change the menu choices on buffet nights, but in addition there were waiter service nights too which made it feel like we were in a different restaurant, a special mention goes to Adam our waiter who provided an excellent service that was professional and discreet. ALL staff at the resort were friendly and accommodating, making our stay a truly memorable experience… we will be back! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating So special and relaxing

Nov 1, 2026 Brian M London, United Kingdom

We had an amazing stay in the Maldives and couldn’t thank the team enough for making it so special! 🌴✨ A special shout-out to Faaris & Nittu for the fantastic diving experiences, and Matheen & Moomin for looking after us so well on the boat. Adam was always lovely and attentive at the restaurant, Areef kept our room spotless, and Shadhoon was… Read more
We had an amazing stay in the Maldives and couldn’t thank the team enough for making it so special! 🌴✨ A special shout-out to Faaris & Nittu for the fantastic diving experiences, and Matheen & Moomin for looking after us so well on the boat. Adam was always lovely and attentive at the restaurant, Areef kept our room spotless, and Shadhoon was brilliant with evening reception duties and photo opportunities. Everyone was so friendly, welcoming and genuinely made our holiday unforgettable. Thank you all for everything — we’d love to come back! ❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Lovely people , lovely island

Oct 28, 2026 Diane m South Wales, United Kingdom

A beautiful island if you're looking for a peaceful relaxing holiday. It's a 10 min walk around the island , plenty of space and never felt crowded . Snorkelling was wonderful and saw a turtle and sharks from the first time snorkelling with the reef being close to beach. Everyone was welcoming , friendly and genuinely wanted you to have the… Read more
A beautiful island if you're looking for a peaceful relaxing holiday. It's a 10 min walk around the island , plenty of space and never felt crowded . Snorkelling was wonderful and saw a turtle and sharks from the first time snorkelling with the reef being close to beach. Everyone was welcoming , friendly and genuinely wanted you to have the loveliest of holidays. The reception lady Ailida was standout in her welcoming manner and professionalism Food was of a very high standard with the whole team from waiter to chef ensuring every meal was enjoyed . A special mention to Waris and Ani who greeted us nearly every day and were always professional , caring and happy to engage in conversation about the Maldives , the culture and the Maldivians themselves and have a bit of banter ! The bar was a lovely relaxing area with Akash and Don and the team giving a great service with ready smiles The room was of a high standard and had a great outside shower ! It was cleaned daily by Majid , he was a lovely man and kept the room exceptionally clean . The outside was equally maintained well , with the sand being swept and loungers etc being put away , we had rattan lounger, beachside ones and a swinging garden seat; it felt special The gym facilities were outstanding for an island this size and it had a yoga room with sea views. I used daily . The marine centre had activities available, Laura from the Marine Lab was lovely to do the citizen snorkel with and shared her knowledge easily , a real asset to the island ! She obviously cared hugely about the reef and marine life. All in all a beautiful island with a team who I feel were united in ensuring that everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable time . They are a real credit to the island and made the holiday a beautiful and memorable one ! Thank you 🙏 Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful anniversary trip

Oct 27, 2026 Maximilian M

It was a lovely stay. The hotel is on a small island with a beautiful house reef to snorkel and dive. The rooms are very nice and the room service and cleaning works perfect. Especially Areef is doing a very good job. Also the service in the beautiful restaurant, located directly at the beach, is outstanding and works perfectly with the good… Read more
It was a lovely stay. The hotel is on a small island with a beautiful house reef to snorkel and dive. The rooms are very nice and the room service and cleaning works perfect. Especially Areef is doing a very good job. Also the service in the beautiful restaurant, located directly at the beach, is outstanding and works perfectly with the good food. We can recommend the stay here and looking forward to come back here. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Absolutely stunning

Oct 19, 2026 Sean L

This island is absolutely amazing, the best coral reef all the way around the island, absolutely stunning, I have never been so looked after and our room with the most stunning views, and what a pleasure to be looked after by Shareef.