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.

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

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 NIce but you are on your own if things impact their profit.

Mar 30, 2026 the_worrier1 Birmingham, United Kingdom

We had a really nice time. Food was lovely. All very relaxing until a couple of nights before checking out when I went to ask what to do as I had seen the situation in the middle east flare up and we were being told to not go to the airport as there were no flights. The resort staff were not interested as they were 'fully booked'. This was around… Read more
We had a really nice time. Food was lovely. All very relaxing until a couple of nights before checking out when I went to ask what to do as I had seen the situation in the middle east flare up and we were being told to not go to the airport as there were no flights. The resort staff were not interested as they were 'fully booked'. This was around the time the Maldivian government issued the statement asking resorts to accommodate stranded guests (no mention of who pays though). We left the resort not knowing where we were going with my wife in tears and ended up stuck for a week- this meant a night on the floor of a disused air terminal, 2 nights in a hotel, 3 nights in an Air B'n'B followed by another night on the floor of the same air terminal. We had to arrange all this and pay for it ourselves. No help from the airline, our tour operator or our travel insurance company and can't claim any of it back. Profit before customer is the way for the resort, the tour operator, our airline and our travel insurance Co. Buyer beware! Read less
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Mar 27, 2026 timdswain Pevensey, United Kingdom

The best holiday we've had for a long time! Beautiful island, Beautiful accommodation and very well looked after by the staff. Highly recommend this as a holiday destination. Huge thanks to all the staff in particular Susil, Chandana & Madhawa, also Mamun, Shaahu, Kumaar & Singh, Captain Ibrahim and his crew and all the girls in the Spa! Apologies… Read more
The best holiday we've had for a long time! Beautiful island, Beautiful accommodation and very well looked after by the staff. Highly recommend this as a holiday destination. Huge thanks to all the staff in particular Susil, Chandana & Madhawa, also Mamun, Shaahu, Kumaar & Singh, Captain Ibrahim and his crew and all the girls in the Spa! Apologies if we missed anyone or mis-spelt your names. Thanks again for making Leanne's birthday and our holiday so special! xxx Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An exceptionally rich reef

Mar 26, 2026 rikma2018 Riga, Latvia

The the beach villa was comfortable and had a view of the ocean. Breakfast was delicious and varied. The crew of Ellaidhoo was genuinely interested in the well-being of the guests. The reef is unique with living corals and a huge variety of fish. We met rays and turtles.Separate value for feeding-very tasty and sophisticated dishes. We will… Read more
The the beach villa was comfortable and had a view of the ocean. Breakfast was delicious and varied. The crew of Ellaidhoo was genuinely interested in the well-being of the guests. The reef is unique with living corals and a huge variety of fish. We met rays and turtles.Separate value for feeding-very tasty and sophisticated dishes. We will definitely return to this resort next time. Read less
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Mar 24, 2026 Cagreen53 Sheffield, United Kingdom

Everything worked out to our full satisfaction . The room and room service was immaculate. The position of the bungalow was so peaceful and ideal for snorkelling . The food was good and plentiful. We had a meal on the beach one evening and it was outstanding - a lovely memory. The staff in the bar were always friendly and helpful.
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Mar 20, 2026 Fledders

Third time on this island. It has everything we need for escaping chaotic reality and experiencing bliss. Fantastic scuba diving and snorkelling. All of the staff so attentive, professional and friendly. Rooms kept impeccable with personal touches. We feel like this is 'our' island as made to feel very special and important.