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The Somerset Hotel

4.0 star property
Waterfront hotel with free airport shuttle and health club

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Reception
Lobby sitting area
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Deluxe Double/Twin (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)
Family Suite (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
M. Melaa, Keneree Magu, Malé, 20191
  • Chaandhanee Magu
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Maldives Islamic Centre
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Male Fish Market
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary Gym)

Superior Double Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary Gym) | View from room

Superior Double Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary Gym)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Superior Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B, Complimentary Gym Access)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Executive Superior Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B, Complimentary Gym Access)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
Minibar (some free items)
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double/Twin (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Deluxe Double/Twin (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Deluxe Double/Twin (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Premier Business Suite Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Premier Business Suite Room (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds

Family Suite (Free Return Airport Transfer, 10% off on F&B and Complimentary)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Dining table
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the area

Malé

The Somerset Hotel puts you in the heart of Malé, within steps of National Museum and Maldives Islamic Centre. Highlights at this hotel include in-room washers/dryers, free WiFi and LED TVs. .The restaurant, BELLE AMIE BISTRO, serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. 643 square feet (60 square metres) of event facilities include a meeting room and a conference centre, and other business amenities include a business centre. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a free manager's reception. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also motorbike parking, along with the convenience of a free airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Malé hotel include Chaandhanee Magu and Sultan Park.

What's nearby

  • Chaandhanee Magu - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Maldives Islamic Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sultan Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Republic Square - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Male Fish Market - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Male (MLE-Velana Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seagull Café House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Baker's Fantasy - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papaya Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Bell Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Green Moon - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Somerset Hotel

Waterfront hotel with free airport shuttle and health club
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. A free manager's reception is offered daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and a meeting room. Event space at this hotel measures 643 square feet (60 square metres) and includes a conference centre. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). A health club, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly The Somerset Hotel. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Malé hotel is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 643 sq ft of conference space
  • 60 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2013
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Conference centre
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
The Somerset Hotel offers 30 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars (stocked with some free items). This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes dining tables. Memory foam beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. 40-inch LED televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and espresso makers are provided. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and designer toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

Languages

English, Filipino, Hindi, Local (Sign language)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Onsite motorcycle parking only

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 18 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • BELLE AMIE BISTRO

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Health club
  • Shopping centre

Family friendly

  • Children's dinnerware
  • Dining table
  • Free cot
  • Highchair
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (643 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchairs on site

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • Memory foam mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Limited room service
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 60
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 60
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Somerset Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

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. This tax does not apply to children under 3 years of age.

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately USD 18 per person
  • Early check-in fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between noon and 6:00 PM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 60 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Malé The Somerset Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Somerset Hotel?

The Somerset Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at The Somerset Hotel?

Yep, but only for motorcycles.

Are there any beaches close to The Somerset Hotel?

Yep, The Somerset Hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Rasfannu. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing. You can also find boat tours.

What makes The Somerset Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Somerset Hotel.

Is The Somerset Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Somerset Hotel is a hit with families.

Does The Somerset Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, full breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Somerset Hotel?

Yep, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Somerset Hotel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at The Somerset Hotel's onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Somerset Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at The Somerset Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

The Somerset Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 299 out of 542 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 542 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 542 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 542 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 542 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Avril

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cosy hotel with helpful staff. Particularly Pratima who helped with our onward travel arrangements
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Sandra

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dirty beds, linen and towels. Overall badly managed bur staff try their best with the little resource and support provided by management. Disappointing value for money. Positive- free and helpful transfer, many options at breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for two nights before we moved on to the islands. We had an enjoyable stay and the hotel is well situated close to shops and the fish market. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josiane

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hotel com ótimo atendimento

Só passamos a noite, a caminho do resort. Atendimento e serviço de todos os funcionários foram excelentes. Transfer pontuais. Restaurante tem comida boa. Adorei.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monika

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, breakfast was super, transfer extra organized, only thing area was way too noisy but hotel was just great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

DR ONG

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

DR ONG

Travelled with family
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was wonderful for a transfer stay. The staff there were extra friendly and nice, they made sure our transfer to the resort was seamless. Highly recommend to anyone who is staying in Male
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good overnight option for the capital

Comfortable stay for an overnight in the capital. Near a nice playground so great for kids, also near the fish market. Transfer to/from airport is via taxi but they will kindly arrange for this so it is a great help. Breakfast is good too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadat

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We appreciated the transfer for our family from and to the Airport. The staff were attentive and efficient. The dinner at Belle Amie was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hesham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had to spend one night in Male before going to the resort. The hotel is modest, like the whole city, but service was great. They arranged pick up and drop off to and from the airport. Room service food was excellent. The staff made sure everything was arranged for us in the best way possible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was good value. The staff were fantastic and extremely helpful. The hotel restaurant was very good. The hotel gym (5 minutes walk) was exceptional. The area around the hotel is safe but chaotic, lots of motor bikes and people.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and well located for the local sights
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Staff were very nice and breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kheeran

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful. They went above and beyond expectations to make arrangements and sort out our needs while we were at the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Renae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Great service but basic hotel

The service was excellent and very friendly. They even gave us a travel breakfast to go for our early flight. They did a great job of communicating about our stay and coordinating to get us back to the airport for our transport. The area is very busy. The room is very small and basic and we even had one of the larger rooms. It was clean.The bed was not comfortable but it served the purpose to stay overnight and wait until we could get the plane out to the W resort. I think it was good enough for what you could get close to the airport for somewhat reasonable cost(by Maldives standard) before transport to the outlying island resorts. Everything is expensive there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great transit hotel

Here's a polished version of your review: --- Somerset Hotel in Male is an excellent choice for a transit stay. Just a 10-15 minute drive from the airport, the hotel provides convenient pick-up and drop-off services. Situated in a central location near attractions like the national museum, republic plaza, fish market, and the president's palace, it's perfect for a quick walking tour, which can be completed in under 30 minutes. The fish market, in particular, offers an intriguing stingray watchout, providing a unique experience not commonly found elsewhere in the Maldives. Additionally, the hotel is within walking distance of Rasfannu beach, although it's worth noting that the beach is relatively small. There are also several good eateries nearby, such as Seagull, Lemongrass, and D'Olive, as well as the convenience of Seagull supermarket. The family room at Somerset Hotel is spacious, with the staff accommodatingly arranging the sofa bed for the kids. Late checkout was offered, which was greatly appreciated due to our late flight. While the breakfast provided is basic, it is sufficient. Overall, we were pleased with our stay at Somerset Hotel and would consider returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great service, highly reccommend.

I'd highly recommend this hotel. We spent a night here before and after going out to the island resorts. The free transfer is a bonus and made it a seamless experience getting from the airport to the hotel and back again. The rooms are clean and comfortable. I also love the attention they pay in not utilising single use plastic for their amenities and in room water bottles. What really made both our stays enjoyable was the incredible service. All of the staff were so friendly and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was easy and enjoyable. Special thanks to Vincent for recognising us on our return stay and organising our rooms to be close together. It's small things like this that sets service apart. We have just returned from 5 days at a 5* island and the service at the Somerset was way better than it was at the island we stayed at. We also had dinner at the in house restaurant which was delicious and very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Henry

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel served it's purpose, which just an overnight stopover on our way to one of the islands. The staff were extremely helpful and courteous, they couldn't do enough for us. Our room was small but comfortable. The restaurant was good and the service great.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leighton

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was very clean and the service and the food was very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024