h78

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.5

Property highlights

About this property

h78 is an award-winning hotel situated just a stone's throw away from the turquoise blue sea and white sandy beaches of Maldives. We have been recognized for our exceptional customer service for nearly a decade and are one of the oldest hotels in the greater Male' area, offering consistent care and service to our guests. Our terrace is one of the best places to enjoy uninterrupted views of the ocean while relishing meals from our in-house restaurant or watching the sunrise. Our restaurant is known for its delicious cuisine, and our menu will surely delight your taste buds. All our rooms are fully air-conditioned and come equipped with cable TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and free toiletries. We are conveniently located just a 15-minute drive from Velana International Airport and a 20-minute drive from Male, the capital city of the Maldives. This makes us the perfect choice for those who are on a transit journey for business or pleasure in the Maldives. Hulhumale is an amazing place to immerse yourself in local culture while enjoying your time on the beach and still being close to the airport. We provide complimentary breakfast and transfer services to ensure that our guests have a hassle-free journey.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Beachfront
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Free parking

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Asian, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Helén
Hungary Hungary
“Very friendly staff, welcome drink, nice room with seaview. Free transfer from the airport and back to the airport also.”
Ian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely small hotel on beachfront - just what we needed for a short unwind before joining our diving trip. Great for short stays. Very helpful reuniting us with belongings left behind. Great service.”
W
Singapore Singapore
“Free airport pickup. Contactable. Beach is right outside. Close to stores and food. Great staff.”
Sudip
India India
“We stayed in H78 for one night before heading out to our island resort stay in Maldives. The hotel was clean, comfortable and took good care of us. The pickup from the airport, although at a late hour, was done smoothly and the hotel staff was...”
Anne
Australia Australia
“Location, staff were great & super helpful & friendly”
Angus
Australia Australia
“Great place to stay. Close to the beach. 10mins from the airport. Staff are friendly and accomodating. Incredible traditional breakfast. Great value place. Would highly recommend.”
Ramesh
Malaysia Malaysia
“Extremely friendly and helpful staff. Excellent local bfast spread.”
Julie
Australia Australia
“The staff were very accommodating and went above board to meet my needs re: sleep and relaxation (massage). Pre- check-in communication via whatsapp to arrange pick-up time via Sujan ( reservation team) and reception, Rose and the other lady who...”
As
Slovenia Slovenia
“1. Everything spotlessly/laboratory clean 2. communication, service, information extremly professional 3. stuff incredibly - cary, kind, polite, professional 4. pick-up and drop-off smooth 5. stuff organize breakfast at 05:30am- with a smile”
Najet
Maldives Maldives
“All staff members were very helpful , professional and friendly”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.5Based on 1,941 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

Our guests will be delighted with the warm hospitality of our Filipina, Bangladeshi, Nepalese,Maldivian staffs and the first class food prepared by our Chef.

Property information

We believe that a stay in our hotel should not just be a stay but an experience. So join us for a fabulous dinner or just for a drink at our rooftop restaurant with stunning view of the ocean for a tranquil and relaxing experience.

Neighbourhood information

We are just a short 10 minute drive from Velana International Airport. In these heavenly surroundings we invite our guests to come and relax in our modern intimate hotel.

Languages spoken

Bengali,English,Hindi,Slovenian

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Catch78 Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    American • Indian • Pizza • Seafood • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic

House rules

h78 takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please share your flight details with the property at least 2 days before your arrival to secure your seat(s) for the transfer.

The hotel is a 10-minute ride away from Male International Airport.

Please note that the property will charge a 3.50% bank charge for payment via credit card.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform h78 in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.