Hotel Flora Male
A compact city base in Malé, built around good food and attentive service.
A city stay in Malé
Hotel Flora is a four-star boutique hotel in Malé, about 3 km from Velana International Airport and reachable by taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge. Rooms range from a 17 m² Standard Double to a 38 m² suite, and a free breakfast is included with every stay. The in-house restaurant, Flora Cuisine, runs from morning breakfast through à la carte lunches and dinners until 23:30, covering Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian and local Maldivian dishes. A tour desk, 24-hour help desk, laundry service, and free parking round out the practical side of the stay.
The honest verdict
A well-run city hotel with strong service scores, free breakfast, and a capable multi-cuisine restaurant — useful as a base before or after island travel, but firmly urban in character.
Best for
- Travellers transiting through Malé
- Couples or solo guests wanting central Malé dining within walking distance
- Business visitors needing a banquet or event space
- Families looking for practical city accommodation
Maybe not ideal for
- Those seeking a beach or lagoon setting
- Travellers wanting an alcohol-serving bar on site
- Guests prioritising large room size
Flora Cuisine restaurant
The hotel's own restaurant is led by an Indian Head Chef and covers Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian and local dishes. Breakfast runs 7:30–10:30; à la carte service continues until 23:30. In-room dining is also available.
Rooms with city views
Every room looks out over Malé rather than a lagoon. The Standard Double and Superior Twin both have private balconies. The top-floor King Room and the 38 m² suite are the largest options, with modern furnishings and rain-shower bathrooms.
Location in central Malé
Several restaurants and cafes sit within 400 m of the hotel, including Wood Apple, La Bamba and G-Six. Guests single out location, airport access and the surrounding dining options as practical advantages of the address.
Banquet and event space
A dedicated banquet hall seats around 50–60 guests, making it a workable option for small corporate events, meetings or private functions in central Malé.
Rooms & suites
Standard Double Room
17 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Superior Twin Room
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
Experiences on & off the island
Inside Hotel Flora Male
Amenities at Hotel Flora Male
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- City view
Outdoors
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Hotel Flora sits in central Malé, approximately 3 km from Velana International Airport. The journey is by taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge. An airport shuttle is available from the hotel for an extra charge. Once in Malé, a local shuttle and free parking are also available for getting around.
An airport taxi is inexpensive — typically MVR 60–100 (about $4–8) on the fixed fares, taking 10–20 minutes; the public airport shuttle bus costs even less. No ferry or speedboat is needed — the islands are connected to the airport by road.
On the map
Things to do nearby
- November 3rd Memorial historic site 0.4 km
Where to eat
- Wood Apple restaurant 0.11 km
- La Bamba restaurant 0.13 km
- G-Six cafe 0.13 km
- Churros and Waffles cafe 0.18 km
- Calorie Counter cafe 0.27 km
- Machan Maldives restaurant 0.29 km
Across 521 Google reviews, Hotel Flora scores 4.7/5. Service is the standout theme: 224 of 227 mentions were positive. The property and dining also rate well — 92 of 99 and 64 of 66 positive respectively. Cleanliness and atmosphere score consistently. Rooms attract the most mixed feedback, with 10 positive out of 15 mentions.
- Things to do4.8
- Restaurants4.9
- Airport access4.6
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to Hotel Flora?
The hotel is roughly 3 km from Velana International Airport. The transfer is by taxi via the Sinamalé Bridge. The hotel offers an airport shuttle for an extra charge and can assist with arrangements through its 24-hour help desk.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. A free breakfast is included with all stays. The buffet at Flora Cuisine runs daily from 7:30 to 10:30 and covers continental, vegetarian, halal, Asian and to-go options.
What room types are available?
There are three room types: Standard Double Room (17 m²), Superior Twin Room (21 m²) and King Room (37 m²). The hotel's own site also references an Executive Room with balcony, Superior Room and a 38 m² Flora Premium Suite.
What does the on-site restaurant serve?
Flora Cuisine is a multi-cuisine restaurant led by an Indian Head Chef. The menu covers Indian, Chinese, Continental, Italian and local Maldivian dishes. À la carte service runs 10:30–23:30, with in-room dining available.
Is there parking at the hotel?
Yes, free parking is available at the hotel.
Is Wi-Fi available, and is it free?
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Can families stay at Hotel Flora?
Family rooms are listed among the hotel's facilities. The tour desk can assist with organising local excursions, and several cafes and restaurants are within a short walk.
Is there a beach or house reef at Hotel Flora?
Hotel Flora is a city hotel in Malé. There is no on-site beach or house reef. Snorkelling and diving excursions to nearby sites can be arranged through local operators via the hotel's tour desk.
Does the hotel have event or meeting facilities?
Yes. A banquet hall with capacity for around 50–60 guests is available for events, meetings and private functions.
What is the hotel's guest rating?
Hotel Flora holds a Google rating of 4.7/5 based on 521 reviews. Service is the most frequently praised theme, followed by the property overall and dining.
What dining options are nearby if I want to eat outside the hotel?
Several options are within 400 m: Wood Apple and La Bamba are restaurants at roughly 0.11 km and 0.13 km respectively. Cafes including G-Six, Churros and Waffles and Calorie Counter are also within a short walk.
What is the best time of year to visit Malé?
The Maldives has two main seasons: the drier northeast monsoon from November to April is generally considered the better period for travel. The southwest monsoon from May to October brings higher humidity and more rain, though Malé operates year-round as a city destination.