Niu Inn
A straightforward Hulhumalé base with breakfast included
A city stay in Hulhumalé
Niu Inn is a small inn on Hulhumalé, the reclaimed island that sits across the Sinamalé Bridge from Malé. At 4 km from Velana International Airport, it works as a practical first or last night before onward travel. The inn has an on-site restaurant, free breakfast, and rooms with city views. Hulhumalé is alcohol-free, so there is no bar. Several cafés and restaurants are within 500 metres, and guests single out the location for its airport access and things to do nearby.
Who'll feel at home here
A no-frills city inn with breakfast included, suited to transit stays or budget-conscious travellers who want easy airport access.
Best for
- Pre- or post-atoll transit nights
- Solo and couple travellers on a budget
- Families needing a city base
- Early or late flight connections
Less suited to
- Travellers expecting a beach or lagoon
- Those wanting an alcohol-serving bar
- Guests seeking a longer leisure stay
Location on Hulhumalé
Hulhumalé sits just 4 km from Velana International Airport, reached by taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge. The neighbourhood around Niu Inn has cafés, restaurants, and everyday amenities within a short walk.
On-site dining and breakfast
The inn runs its own restaurant and includes breakfast with every stay. For other meals, places like la vera pizzaria, Yellowfin Dine-in, and Berry Que Café and Bistro are all within 350 metres.
Room types and city views
Most rooms look out over the city. The range covers solo-occupancy singles, standard doubles, twin configurations, and family rooms sleeping up to four. Air conditioning is standard across the property.
Rooms & rates
Family Room
sleeps 4 · 1 double bed & 1 double bed
- City view
- 1 double bed & 1 double bed
- 2 bedrooms
- 8 bathrooms
Things to do
Inside Niu Inn
Getting there
Niu Inn sits 4 km from Velana International Airport on Hulhumalé. The transfer is a taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge — a straightforward road journey. The inn can arrange an airport shuttle at an extra charge, and a local shuttle service is also available.
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.
Where it is
Where to eat
- la vera pizzaria restaurant 0.28 km
- Berry Que Café and Bistro cafe 0.3 km
- Yellowfin Dine-in restaurant 0.3 km
- European cuisine cafe 0.33 km
- Gloria Jean's cafe 0.33 km
- The Charcoal Cafe Hulhumale pub 0.35 km
Across 83 Google reviews, Niu Inn scores 3.3/5. Service and property condition each drew eight positive mentions out of around a dozen. Cleanliness was positive more often than not. Sleep quality and bathrooms had more mixed feedback, with each generating as many negative mentions as positive.
- Things to do4.5
- Restaurants4.4
- Airport access4.5
Share of positive mentions per theme, from Google reviews.
Things to know
Questions & answers
How do I get from the airport to Niu Inn?
The inn is 4 km from Velana International Airport. The standard transfer is a taxi across the Sinamalé Bridge. The inn can arrange an airport shuttle for an extra charge.
Is breakfast included in the room rate?
Yes. Free breakfast is included with all room types at Niu Inn.
Does Niu Inn have its own restaurant?
Yes, there is an on-site restaurant. Several additional cafés and restaurants are also within a short walk of the property.
What room options are available for families?
The Family Room sleeps four across two double beds and has two separate bedrooms. The Family Suite is also listed, though it has one double bed and sleeps two.
Is there parking at the property?
Free parking is available at Niu Inn.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Free Wi-Fi is included for all guests.
Is alcohol available at Niu Inn?
No. Hulhumalé is an alcohol-free island, so no bar or alcohol service is available at the property or nearby.
What is the smallest room available?
The Deluxe Room is designed for solo travellers, with one single bed in 14 m². It has a city view and air conditioning.
Are there dining options near the inn?
Several places are within 350-500 metres, including la vera pizzaria, Berry Que Café and Bistro, Yellowfin Dine-in, Gloria Jean's, and The Charcoal Cafe Hulhumale.
What is the price range at Niu Inn?
Rooms start from USD 151. Exact pricing depends on room type and travel dates; check directly with the property or your preferred booking platform for current rates.
Is there a beach or house reef at Niu Inn?
Niu Inn is a city property on Hulhumalé. There is no private beach or house reef. The nearest public beach is a separate location on the island.
Is Niu Inn a good choice for a one-night transit stay?
It is one of its clearest use cases. The 4 km distance from the airport, included breakfast, and on-site restaurant make it a practical stopover before or after island travel.