Akiri Surf Retreat
About the Island Hotel
Akiri Surf Retreat - A 3-star surf guest house near Bikini Beach with free breakfast, bicycle rental, and water sports excursions
Akiri Surf Retreat is a 3-star surf guest house in Thulusdhoo with a 8.9/10 Booking.com rating, known for its proximity to Bikini Beach and Cokes surf break. The property offers a small number of rooms, providing personalized hospitality with a 24-hour front desk, express check-in/check-out, and currency exchange. Each air-conditioned room includes a private bathroom, soundproofing, a tea and coffee maker, and a dining area. Guests can enjoy complimentary WiFi throughout the property and a daily breakfast with continental, à la carte, vegetarian, and halal options, including local specialities, warm dishes, juice, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. The guest house features a shared lounge, picnic area, outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities, and a garden, with bicycle parking available. Akiri Surf Retreat provides free bicycle rental for island exploration and an on-site excursion center for organizing snorkeling, diving, and island hopping activities. The property is located a 2-minute walk from Bikini Beach, and Thulusdhoo Airport is nearby, with a paid airport shuttle service available. Guests have praised the staff for organizing speedboat transfers and providing assistance with excursions, including surf trips and diving tours. The hotel offers babysitting/child services, board games, a kid-friendly buffet, and kids' meals, along with laundry, ironing, and room service. Akiri Surf Retreat also provides special diet menus and breakfast in the room, with 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping ensuring a comfortable stay.
Pros
2-minute walk from Bikini Beach and a short distance to Cokes surf break.
Complimentary breakfast with diverse options, including vegetarian and halal.
Free bicycle rental for easy island exploration.
Staff assist with booking speedboats and provide personalized service, as noted in guest reviews.
Late check-out and early check-in available based on availability.
Cons
The guest house has no pool on site.
Limited on-site dining options, as meals are served in a communal setting.
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Currency exchange
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Wind surfing
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Canoeing
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- No parking available.
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
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Reviews and Ratings
Guest reviews