Sandies Bathala

4.0 star property

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Beach Bungalow | Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Aerial view
Over Water Villa | Minibar, desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Aerial view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Bathalaa, Bathala Island, 2019
  • Ari Atoll
    1 min walk
  • Maaya Thila
  • Ukulhas Beach
    4 min drive

Room options

Beach Bungalow

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Over Water Villa

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Single Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About this property

Sandies Bathala

All-inclusive hotel with full-service spa and fitness centre
Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has an outdoor pool and a restaurant. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness centre, a bar/lounge and 2 coffee shops/cafes are on-site.
Sandies Bathala offers 48 accommodations with minibars and a ceiling fan. Bathrooms include a shower. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, MVUA. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Sandies Bathala. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Ari Atoll. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 2 coffee shops/cafes and a full-service spa.
  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Drinking and dining options include 2 coffee shops/cafes, a restaurant and a bar/lounge
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to massages at MVUA
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Steps from Ari Atoll and a 1-minute drive from Bunbaru Public Beach
Sandies Bathala is an all-inclusive hotel. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Sandies Bathala offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, an arcade/games room, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the eco-certified Sandies Bathala.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bathala Island hotel.

The Beach Gallery – This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Island Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Room service is available.

All-inclusive details

This hotel is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Beach Gallery
  • The Island Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane or floatplane transfer per adult: USD 351.82 (return)
  • Aeroplane or floatplane transfer per child: USD 240 (return)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Sandies Hotel
Sandies Bathala Hotel
Sandies Bathala Bathala Island
Sandies Bathala Hotel Bathala Island

Sandies Bathala Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carlos, burleson

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service was great! The staff friendly. The place was like paradise.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Shaun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was a great Island, nice back to nature feel. Only minor area for complaint was safety and privacy: Need an internal rail around the water bungalow walkways, dangerous for kids and drunks. Another screen down the side of water bungalows, so your neighbours can not look in would be nice. Our great whaleshark boat tour was overloaded and breached boat safety, 1 of the non paying hotel staff should have stepped down, rather than overload a boat safety guidelines.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little piece of Paradise!
My stay at this stunning Maldives resort was truly exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the fantastic team made us feel welcome and ensured our experience was unforgettable. The resort offers great activities and affordable excursions, with highlights including incredible snorkeling right off the island. We encountered a vibrant array of marine life including turtles, sharks, angel rays, and beautifully reconstructed coral reefs. Dining at the resort was a delightful experience, with high-quality food that catered to various tastes. Each meal was a culinary adventure, showcasing the best of local and international cuisines. if I had to mention a couple of areas for improvement. I would suggest adding fans at the pool table area to enhance comfort. Additionally, while the food was outstanding, the desserts tended to be overly sweet. A bit more balance in the sweetness would elevate the dining experience to perfection. Despite these minor points, our stay was magical. The natural beauty, attentive staff, and variety of activities made it a perfect getaway. Thank you for an amazing time in this little piece of paradise!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yves-Yvette

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing tropical paradise! We enjoyed our honeymoon on this little island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Abdelkader

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Abdelkader

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
* I paid full price with Expedia but when got to the resorts they charged me extra green tax fees. * in their page they said have tv in public area but they don't * there is no hotel in the world rated 4 stars and has no tv in the room * they said laundry included in their page but they charged for laundry in the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

M I K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Honeymoon trip
We arrived during a storm in the off season and that was a difficult journey. Upon learning this the team at Sandies Bathala then did everything they possibly could to make sure the remainder of our stay was incredible and it was! We'll have memories to cherish for a lifetime. The food is delicious and varied. The staff are kind, warm and attentive. The island's features really well thought out, eco friendly and well maintained. The coral reef is awesome and the ability to go snorkeling directly from your villa is a highlight. We stayed on the beachfront and in an overwater villa and they were both great! We'd go again on a heartbeat. Highly recommend staying at Sandies Bathala!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

YASUO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My little hut out on the water was pure heaven. I came home yesterday so relaxed and chill. It was the best holiday I've had in a while.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rodney

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a wonderful relaxing holiday and the staff were all so happy all the time. It was the closest thing to a ZEN holiday I have ever had. Cant recommend it any higher!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Miss

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little bit of paradise
All the staff went the extra mile to ensure our stay was perfect. Food was excellent and the over the water bungalows stunning.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miroslav, Prague 5 - Radotin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marino

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Sandies Bathala was nothing short of a dreamy escape to paradise! From the moment I set foot on the pristine sands to the last breathtaking sunset, every moment was sheer bliss. The resort's tranquil atmosphere and stunning surroundings provided the perfect backdrop for relaxation. The peaceful ambiance and gentle ocean breeze instantly melted away any stress. Exploring the vibrant underwater world was an absolute highlight. The snorkeling was incredible, and the crystal-clear waters allowed me to witness an array of tropical fish and marine life, creating unforgettable memories. I cannot commend the staff enough for their warmth, hospitality, and attentiveness throughout our stay. Special thanks to Chef Mahinda, Sous Chef Amith, Zahuraan, Ibrahim Rasheed, Gassey, Chanaka, Ibrahim Mohamed, Rakesh, Jotheeswaran, Maduranga, Jagath, Shree, Thunaj, Hassan, our housekeeper Ahmed and our lovely animation crew Vincenzo and Michela were outstanding. The staff here really played a part at making our stay exceptionally memorable. The resort's amenities were exceptional, catering to every need. My heartfelt thanks to the entire team at Sandies Bathala for creating an unforgettable getaway filled with relaxation, adventure, and exceptional service. The three amigos are already planning our return and eagerly anticipating our next visit to this slice of paradise!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Giacomo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ulf

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Saeed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Alessandro

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not enough swimming space. The island is covered with corral reefs so if you like snorkeling well your in heaven. If you want to spend your time in the water well very limited. The resort is do for a face-lift and the food was ok. The staff incredible, thank you Ibrahim.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mehran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is large enough to have all your needs met, but small enough that you can enjoy time and activities without anyone else around. The staff are friendly and accommodating. As the resort is owned by an Italian company, all but a handful of guests were Italian and demonstrations are spoken in Italian and English. We really loved our four night stay here and have had an amazing honeymoon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023