Ayada Maldives
9.2 / 10
Palmprint
Our resort score · out of 10
Strongest on rooms and beach
Ayada Maldives at a glance
- Location
- Maguhdhuvaa Island
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive available as an add-on
- Setting
- Near the coast
- Guest rating
- 4.8 / 5 on Google626 reviews
- Best months
- Nov · Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
- Airport transfer
- MLEAbout 105 minutes
- Dining
- 8 restaurants
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
Checked Sep 14, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 4 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
Each price is a sampled rate, not a live quote. Select a room name above for its details.
This resort prices room-only by default; the all-inclusive plan is a paid add-on.
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Ayada Maldives
Things to know
before you go
Plan for a longer transfer day than resorts near Malé.
Compare Crystal and Diamond inclusions before booking because spa, minibar, dinner and excursion coverage differ.
This is a quiet private-island resort, not a nightlife or easy-island-hopping choice.
Hidden tips
Guests who will use excursions, spa and minibar should price Diamond against Crystal rather than assuming the cheaper package is better value.
Schedule arrival and departure times around domestic-flight connection risk.
Things guests wish they had known
The resort is remote:arrival involves domestic flight plus speedboat after MLE.
All-inclusive is an upgrade with Crystal and Diamond tiers, not a single default product.
The strongest fit is quiet luxury, honeymoon travel and water-focused relaxation.
Strengths from our research
Exceptional private-island setting.
Strong villas, private pools and overwater options.
High dining breadth for a remote resort.
Other considerations from our research
Transfer logistics are substantial.
All-inclusive is optional and tiered.
Selected items and premium experiences can carry supplements.
What guests say
Most loved
- Private-island beach and water clarity
- Large villas with private pools
- Service and airport-to-island handling
- Snorkeling and quiet romance
Most complained about
- Long transfer from Malé
- Remote-island extras and package supplements
- Weather can affect excursions and water activities
From Reddit
Reddit Maldives planning discussions were searched; Ayada appears most often as a honeymoon/private-island contender, with transfer time and package tiers as the recurring caveats.
What’s included
The all-inclusive plan is an optional add-on at Ayada Maldives. These inclusions apply when you book that plan.
Included
- Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
Official package includes snorkeling equipment and kayak use.
- Kids' clubIncluded
Zuzuu kids club access is included in the Crystal all-inclusive terms.
Not included
- Airport transfersCosts extra
Domestic flight plus speedboat transfers are arranged by the resort but not shown as included in the all-inclusive upgrade.
Included with limits
- Premium & à la carte diningPartly included
Diamond and Crystal packages cover core dining; selected menu items, some premium venues or credits/supplements apply.
- Top-shelf liquorPartly included
Selected fine wines, beers and premium spirits are included until midnight; supplements apply to selected items.
- In-room minibarPartly included
Diamond includes minibar with beer, wine, soft drinks, water and snacks; Crystal has a more limited in-villa experience.
- Spa treatmentsPartly included
Diamond includes one 60-minute AySpa treatment per adult; other treatments are extra.
- Off-site excursionsPartly included
Diamond package includes two excursions per person; Crystal does not show the same excursion inclusion.
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
- Service
- 9.2 out of 10
- Beach
- 9.3 out of 10
- Dining
- 8.9 out of 10
- Rooms
- 9.4 out of 10
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored Ayada Maldives
8 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jul 11, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 4 more we track
Open a category
Service9.2High confidence
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.3
- Airport Meet Assist
- 8.8
- Island Service Model
- 9.2
Beach9.3High confidence
- Crowding
- 9.4
- Snorkeling
- 9.2
- Sand Quality
- 9.3
- Private Beach
- 9.5
- Water Clarity
- 9.4
Dining8.9High confidence
- Eight Outlets
- 9.0
- Cuisine Variety
- 9.0
- Premium Supplements
- 8.0
- All Inclusive Coverage
- 8.5
Rooms9.4High confidence
- Space Privacy
- 9.3
- Overwater Options
- 9.4
- Villa Pool Inventory
- 9.5
Romance9.5High confidence
- Privacy
- 9.6
- Quiet Setting
- 9.4
- Overwater Villas
- 9.5
Luxury9.3High confidence
- Spa
- 9.2
- Dining
- 8.9
- Villa Quality
- 9.4
- Private Island
- 9.5
Quiet9.2High confidence
- Privacy
- 9.2
- Remote Atoll
- 9.5
- Low Nightlife
- 9.2
Wellness9.1High confidence
- AySpa
- 9.2
- Quiet Setting
- 9.2
- Hammam Facilities
- 9.0
What it does best
- Exceptional private-island setting.
- Strong villas, private pools and overwater options.
- High dining breadth for a remote resort.
Where it costs you
- Transfer logistics are substantial.
- All-inclusive is optional and tiered.
- Selected items and premium experiences can carry supplements.
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 8.9 / 10
- Places to eat
- 8
International · Modern European · Japanese · Asian · Mediterranean · Turkish
Some restaurants take reservations; the rest are walk-in.
Official dining page states eight outlets with Teppanyaki, Mediterranean fine dining and Asian flavors.
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Villa With Private PoolBack to sampled prices | Capacity unverified | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Garden VillaBack to sampled prices | Sleeps 3 | 1,087 ft²101 m² | 1 bedroom | Garden |
More room options (10)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beach Villa with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,109 ft²103 m² | 1 bedroom | Beachprivate pool |
| Ocean Villa with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,163 ft²108 m² | 1 bedroom | Oceanprivate pool |
| Beach Suite with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,238 ft²115 m² | 1 bedroom | Beachprivate pool |
| Sunset Beach Suite with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,475 ft²137 m² | 1 bedroom | Beach, sunsetprivate pool |
| Sunset Lagoon Suite with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,679 ft²156 m² | 1 bedroom | Lagoonprivate pool |
| Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with Pool | Sleeps 4 | 1,679 ft²156 m² | 1 bedroom | Lagoonprivate pool |
| Sunset Ocean Suite with Pool | Sleeps 3 | 1,851 ft²172 m² | 1 bedroom | Oceanprivate pool |
| Sunset Family Ocean Suite with Pool | Sleeps 4 | 1,851 ft²172 m² | 2 bedrooms | Oceanprivate pool · 2 baths |
| Beach Family Suite with Pool | Sleeps 4 | 2,347 ft²218 m² | 2 bedrooms | Beachprivate pool · 2 baths |
| Ayada Royal Ocean Suite with Pool | Sleeps 4 | 3,423 ft²318 m² | 2 bedrooms | Oceanprivate pool |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
Official/booking sources verify pool and poolside restaurant/bar features; private-pool villa inventory is extensive.
The beach itself
Private-island Maldives beach with snorkeling and kayak access in all-inclusive terms.
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to Ayada Maldives
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Sunset Family Lagoon Suite with Pool, Sunset Family Ocean Suite with Pool
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Ayada Maldives?
- Not in a single standard room: the largest stated occupancy at Ayada Maldives is 4. Families of five or more need two rooms.
- Does Ayada Maldives have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Ayada Maldives runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
When to go
Best months: Nov to Apr
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run May to Nov.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 86°F30°C | 88°F31°C | 90°F32°C | 91°F33°C | 90°F32°C | 88°F31°C | 88°F31°C | 88°F31°C | 88°F31°C | 88°F31°C | 88°F31°C | 86°F30°C |
| Rain days | 4 days | 2 days | 4 days | 6 days | 11 days | 10 days | 9 days | 9 days | 11 days | 11 days | 8 days | 5 days |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Best | Best |
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Getting to Ayada Maldives
- Nearest airport
- MLE · Velana International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 105 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
Destination essentials & trip planning
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll Maguhdhuvaa Island, Maldives · +960 684-4444
Maldives
- Language
- Dhivehi (English widely spoken)
- Currency
- Rufiyaa; resorts run on USD
- Power
- 230V, UK-style Type G/D plugs
- Getting around
- Seaplane or speedboat to your island
- Main airport
- Malé (MLE)
- Flight time
- Long-haul, usually one connection
Who it suits
Three of the 8 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Ayada Maldives; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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