SAND INN RESIDENCE
A small inn on a local Maldivian island, with a seaplane ride to get there.
A local-island guesthouse on Kamadhoo
Sand Inn Residence is a small inn on Kamadhoo island, roughly 129 km from Velana International Airport and reached by seaplane. It sits on a local inhabited island rather than a private resort island, which means a different pace and a closer look at everyday Maldivian life. Rooms start from $130 per night. The property has a restaurant, a garden with outdoor dining, BBQ facilities, and room service. Activities including snorkelling, diving, and fishing can be arranged through local operators.
The honest verdict
A straightforward, locally rooted inn on an inhabited island, with honest amenities and seaplane access to one of the more remote parts of the Maldives.
Best for
- Travellers wanting local island life over resort isolation
- Couples or solo travellers on a modest budget
- Snorkelling and fishing trips arranged from a quiet base
- Those who want a seaplane experience without full-resort prices
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting resort-scale facilities
- Large groups or families needing multiple room types
- Those wanting alcohol on the island
Garden and outdoor dining
The property has a garden with outdoor furniture, an outdoor dining area, and BBQ facilities — practical for evenings when you want to eat outside rather than indoors. It gives the place a slightly more domestic feel than a typical resort room block.
The inn's rooms
Each room runs 22 m², has an extra-large double bed, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and an ensuite bathroom with free toiletries, bathrobe, and slippers. The layout is compact but covers the basics without cutting corners on bathroom kit.
Kamadhoo island setting
Kamadhoo is an inhabited local island in the Maldives, roughly 129 km from the main airport. The surrounding waters are the draw for snorkelling and fishing trips, which are arranged with local operators rather than run from an on-site dive centre.
Restaurant and meal options
The on-site restaurant covers a wider range of breakfast styles than most small properties at this price point — continental, full English/Irish, halal, Asian, and buffet options are all listed. Room service is available.
Rooms & suites
Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom
22 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 extra-large double bed
- View
- Air conditioning
- Ensuite bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
Inside SAND INN RESIDENCE
Amenities at SAND INN RESIDENCE
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Airport shuttle
- Room service
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
Kitchen
- Tumble dryer
- Electric kettle
Getting there
Sand Inn Residence is on Kamadhoo island, approximately 129 km from Velana International Airport. The journey is made by seaplane. The inn provides an airport shuttle service, so it is worth coordinating arrival and departure times with the property in advance, as seaplane schedules are typically daylight-only.
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
Sand Inn Residence holds a 4.9/5 Google rating from 10 reviews — a small but consistently positive sample. The property's highlights flag the location as highly rated by recent guests, alongside the breadth of breakfast options available at the restaurant.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Sand Inn Residence from the airport?
The transfer is by seaplane from Velana International Airport. Kamadhoo is approximately 129 km from the airport. The inn provides an airport shuttle as part of its listed services, so confirm pickup arrangements when you book.
What room types are available?
There is one room type: a Double or Twin Room with Private Bathroom. It is 22 m², sleeps two, and has one extra-large double bed, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and ensuite bathroom. Rates start from $130 per night.
Is there a restaurant on site?
Yes. The inn has a restaurant serving continental, full English/Irish, halal, Asian, and buffet-style options. Room service is also available, so you are not limited to restaurant hours for every meal.
Can I go snorkelling and diving from the inn?
Snorkelling, diving, and fishing are listed as available activities and are arranged with local operators. These are excursions rather than on-site facilities — the inn does not run its own dive centre.
Is alcohol available at the property?
Kamadhoo is a local inhabited island in the Maldives. Alcohol is not available on local islands under Maldivian law, so there is no bar at the inn.
Is Sand Inn Residence suitable for families?
The inn currently lists one room type sleeping two adults. There is no specific family room or interconnecting room option in the facts provided, so larger families should confirm sleeping arrangements directly with the property before booking.
What outdoor facilities does the property have?
The inn has a garden, outdoor furniture, an outdoor dining area, and BBQ facilities. These are the main communal outdoor spaces; there is no pool listed.
What is included in the bathroom?
The ensuite bathroom includes a bath or shower, bidet, toilet, free toiletries, bathrobe, and slippers. Extra towels and sheets are available for an additional fee.
What is the Google rating for Sand Inn Residence?
The inn holds a 4.9/5 Google rating based on 10 reviews. The location has been specifically highlighted as highly rated by recent guests.
What is the best time to visit Kamadhoo?
The Maldives has two broad seasons: the dry northeast monsoon (roughly November to April) and the wetter southwest monsoon (May to October). The drier months generally offer calmer seas and better visibility for snorkelling and diving.
How do I book Sand Inn Residence?
Rooms start from $130 per night. Bookings can be made through major travel booking platforms or by contacting the property directly. Confirm seaplane transfer arrangements and meal-plan options at the time of booking.