White Sand Dhigurah Guest House
A local island base for reef, sea, and open skies.
A local-island guesthouse on Dhigurah
White Sand Dhigurah Guest House sits on Dhigurah island in the Maldives, about 99 km from the main airport — reached by seaplane. Rooms start at $84 per night, and the guest house holds a 4.6/5 Google rating across 158 reviews. The property runs a restaurant and coffee house on site, and has water sport facilities including snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing. Several restaurants are within walking distance, and the Dhigurah Arches and Fish Bank are reachable nearby.
The honest verdict
A compact, fairly priced guest house on a local island, with practical rooms, an on-site restaurant, and easy access to water activities arranged through local operators.
Best for
- Budget-conscious divers and snorkellers
- Couples wanting a balcony or hot-tub room
- Travellers who prefer local island life to resort isolation
- Small groups needing a suite with extra sleeping space
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers who require a large resort-style pool or spa
- Those wanting an alcohol licence (Dhigurah is a local island)
- Guests seeking overwater villa accommodation
Garden, terrace, and outdoor space
The guest house has a sun terrace, garden, and picnic area with outdoor furniture. These are the main places to sit outside between excursions. The setting is low-key — typical of a Maldivian local island property rather than a resort compound.
Rooms from compact to suite
Four room types range from a 16 m² budget double to a 38 m² suite. The upper categories add balconies with views or a hot tub. The suite sleeps three using a sofa bed alongside the main bed.
On-site dining and coffee
A restaurant and a coffee house run within the property. Five more restaurants — including Malaveli and Boshi — are within 200 metres on foot, so dining options on the island are genuinely varied.
Water sports and beach access
The guest house has water sport facilities on site, and snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing can all be arranged. The beach and the Dhigurah Arches attraction are on the island, with Fish Bank a couple of kilometres away.
Rooms & suites
Budget Double Room
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
- Free toiletries
Deluxe Double Room with Balcony
20 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds
- Balcony
- View
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Minibar
Deluxe Double Room with Bath
22 m² · sleeps 2 · 2 single beds OR 1 extra-large double bed
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Minibar
- Free WiFi
- Hot tub
Inside White Sand Dhigurah Guest House
Amenities at White Sand Dhigurah Guest House
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- Bath
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- Water sport facilities on site
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Activities
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- Water sport facilities on site
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Getting there
Dhigurah is roughly 99 km from Velana International Airport in Malé, and the journey is made by seaplane. The guest house provides an airport shuttle to help manage the transfer connection. Seaplane schedules are typically daylight-only, so it is worth planning arrival and departure times accordingly.
Seaplane transfers typically run $250–600 per person round trip, booked through the property. A few islands in this band are also served by a domestic flight to a nearby regional airport plus a short boat — ask the property which routing is faster for your dates.
On the map
Things to do nearby
- Dhigurah Arches attraction 1.62 km
- Fish Bank attraction 2.15 km
Where to eat
- Malaveli restaurant 0.09 km
- Boshi restaurant restaurant 0.11 km
- Hermit's restaurant 0.12 km
- Savaa Restaurant restaurant 0.15 km
- The Remora restaurant 0.21 km
White Sand Dhigurah earns a 4.6/5 Google rating from 158 reviews. The property's location on Dhigurah is a point guests consistently single out. Continental breakfast is included, and recent guests have rated the location highly — the highlights note a 9.4 location score among reviewers.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to White Sand Dhigurah from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane. Dhigurah is approximately 99 km from Velana International Airport, making it one of the longer seaplane routes. The guest house offers an airport shuttle service to help coordinate the connection.
What room types are available?
There are four room types: a 16 m² Budget Double, a 20 m² Deluxe Double with Balcony, a 22 m² Deluxe Double with Bath (hot tub included), and a 38 m² Suite that sleeps up to three guests.
What is the price range per night?
Rates start from $84 per night for the Budget Double Room. The Deluxe with Balcony starts around $118, the Deluxe with Bath around $121, and the Suite from $165 per night.
Is breakfast included?
Continental breakfast is included with the stay, based on the highlights listed for the property.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes, the guest house has an on-site restaurant and a coffee house. Several additional restaurants — including Malaveli, Boshi, Hermit's, and Savaa — are all within about 150 metres on foot.
Can I go snorkelling or diving from the guest house?
Snorkelling, diving, canoeing, and fishing are all available. These are arranged activities rather than a walk-in dive centre, so it's worth confirming scheduling and costs with the guest house ahead of your stay.
Is the Deluxe Double with Bath suitable for couples wanting one large bed?
Yes. The Deluxe Double with Bath is the only double room that offers a choice between two single beds or one extra-large double bed. It also includes a hot tub. The 22 m² layout is the largest of the standard double categories.
Is alcohol available on Dhigurah?
Dhigurah is a local Maldivian island, which means alcohol is not sold or served on the island. This applies to the guest house and all nearby restaurants.
Is the property suitable for families or small groups?
The Suite, at 38 m², sleeps up to three people using an extra-large double and a sofa bed. Beyond that single room, the guest house is mostly set up for couples or solo travellers in double rooms.
What attractions are near the guest house?
The Dhigurah Arches are 1.6 km away, and Fish Bank is 2.2 km out. Both are natural attractions on or near the island. Multiple restaurants are within a short walk of the property.
Is there free Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available in all room types, from the Budget Double up to the Suite.
What is the Google rating for White Sand Dhigurah?
The guest house holds a 4.6/5 Google rating based on 158 reviews. Guests who have reviewed the property specifically rate its location highly.