{"id":2573,"date":"2026-02-08T14:43:46","date_gmt":"2026-02-08T14:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.ru\/maldives\/?p=2573"},"modified":"2026-03-11T07:34:37","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T07:34:37","slug":"3-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/3-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-7\/","title":{"rendered":"3-star hotels in Maldives: TOP 7"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n<p>The topic of budget 3-star hotels is the most interesting. On one hand, you can make a list of 50-100 interesting options for 3-star hotels in Maldives. On the other hand, there are many 3-star hotels located on local islands. To ensure your affordable vacation stays in your memory for a long time, you need to choose the right hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>It will be difficult for you to plan your dream trip to Maldives without these websites<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/wayaway.tp.st\/y9Loq1Pp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-bilety.png\" alt=\"cheap tickets direct flights maldives\" class=\"wp-image-3965\" style=\"width:64px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-bilety.png 512w, https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-bilety-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-bilety-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Flight tickets<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.st\/2C2pdhCb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img 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class=\"wp-block-image is-style-default\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.tp.st\/tXjdIZsr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/themes\/maktub\/assets\/images\/transparent.gif\" data-lazy=\"true\" data-src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-hotel.png\" alt=\"maldives top hotels\" class=\"wp-image-3963\" style=\"width:64px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-hotel.png 512w, https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-hotel-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/04\/shapka-hotel-150x150.png 150w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Hotels<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/3-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-7\/#General_information_about_3-star_hotels_in_Maldives\" >General information about 3-star hotels in Maldives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/3-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-7\/#Ranking_of_the_best_3-star_hotels_in_Maldives\" >Ranking of the best 3-star hotels in Maldives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/3-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-7\/#Travel_tips\" >Travel tips<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"General_information_about_3-star_hotels_in_Maldives\"><\/span>General information about 3-star hotels in Maldives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are the main points to know:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you want to stay in a villa right on the beach or in a bungalow over the water, these are only private island resorts. There are no 3-star hotels in Maldives on local islands with such accommodations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your idea of a vacation involves alcohol, then you&#8217;ll need to stay at a resort. Alcohol is completely prohibited on local islands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don&#8217;t expect to have your own private pool at a 3-star hotel bungalow. In the best case, there will be one large shared pool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many 3-star hotels have hotel-type rooms. This means a multi-story building with dozens of classic hotel rooms on each floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are also overwater villas and separate secluded bungalows in these hotels, but the price is immediately several times higher. If you are looking for a good budget 3-star hotel, then you will most likely be staying in a classic hotel room.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/3star-1.jpg\" alt=\"3-star hotels in maldives\" class=\"wp-image-2599\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">This is what a good 3-star hotel looks like, with all rooms being hotel-type.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ranking_of_the_best_3-star_hotels_in_Maldives\"><\/span>Ranking of the best 3-star hotels in Maldives<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The ranking below includes only 3-star hotels in Maldives on private island resorts, but not necessarily all of them. I will also mention good 3-star hotels on local islands. All links can be clicked to see photos, read reviews, and check prices for your dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Table legend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>From Male &#8211; this is the distance from Male to the hotel. The closer it is, the cheaper the transfer. The range can be huge. Transfers in the Maldives for $1000 are not uncommon.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hotel without a vacation package &#8211; this is the hotel price per night for two people in US dollars. By clicking on the price, you will open a page with a hotel description, reviews, and photos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can also purchase a ready-made vacation package through one of the most popular resources &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/cheapoair.tp.st\/ZQcSjJv6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CheapOair<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2023\/03\/3star-2.jpg\" alt=\"cheap 3-star hotels in maldives\" class=\"wp-image-2598\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Island resorts with 3-star hotels often don&#8217;t have overwater bungalows. All villas are located on the beach among palm trees.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>from Male, km<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Room rate, $<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fihalhohi Island Resort (actually a 4-star hotel)<\/td><td>40<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/Dx0b2c7t\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">from 130<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Embudu Village Resort<\/td><td>12<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/zoecbSh8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">from 190<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Araamu Holidays &amp; Spa (local island Dhiffushi)<\/td><td>35<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/t2281KOr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">from 100<\/a> (2-night stay minimum)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Bliss Dhigurah (local island Dhigurah)<\/td><td>100<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/OuCh1kLm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">from 110<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Summer Island Maldives (actually a 4-star hotel)<\/td><td>36<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/Fhcb3ADK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">from 130<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The listed prices are the minimum rates, excluding taxes and fees, for stays during the low season (typically from May to September).<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Travel_tips\"><\/span>Travel tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Good to know:<\/p>\n<cite>Look for hotels closer to Male. Transfers between islands can be very expensive. For instance, if you fly by a seaplane from Male to your hotel that is only 100 km away, the round trip for two people can cost between $500 and $1000.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Detailed information on <a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/traveling-around-maldives-by-planes\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"856\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>air travel between islands<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to 3-star hotels, it&#8217;s essential to understand whether you want to stay on a resort, which will be more expensive, or on local islands, which are significantly cheaper. Moreover, you should make sure to purchase a vacation package or book a hotel specifically for the island you desire to visit. This is because it&#8217;s not always clear which island a hotel is located on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, for those willing to spend more money on their dream vacation, there won&#8217;t be any problems with selecting the perfect hotel. Any 4- or 5-star hotel in the Maldives is a resort island. There are no such hotels on local islands. Here are two more useful articles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/4-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2178\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Top 10 four-star hotels<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/5-star-hotels-in-maldives-top-10\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"2062\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Top 10 five-star hotels<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, 3-star hotels in Maldives on resort islands offer something between a luxurious vacation on a private island and a simple and budget-friendly vacation on a local island. Nevertheless, the white sandy beaches, palm trees, and azure ocean are the same everywhere, and you will remember this heavenly vacation for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Resources to help you plan your dream trip to the Maldives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"background-color:#f9f9fe\" class=\"wp-block-list has-background\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/wayaway.tp.st\/CcIwZcSL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flight tickets<\/a><\/strong> and the best deals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Vacation packages<\/strong> (from budget to luxury): <a href=\"https:\/\/cheapoair.tp.st\/CFVzNXiR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CheapOair<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hotels and guesthouses<\/strong> on any island: \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tripadvisor.tp.st\/EXHzrU8J\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TripAdvisor<\/a> compares prices among a dozen other services and platforms and offers to choose the best one.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trip.tp.st\/ogKzqY3F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trip.com<\/a> &#8211; the most popular service for booking accommodation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.tp.st\/l5sSc3oJ\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/12go.tp.st\/l5sSc3oJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">12go <\/a>is the largest Asian ferry and speedboat reservation service. It gathers all Maldivian carriers, even the small ones that operate between local islands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tours and excursions<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/viator.tp.st\/DWWL0pHJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Viator<\/a> &#8211; a limited selection of excursions, but convenient and reliable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comprehensive insurance<\/strong>: <strong><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ektatraveling.tp.st\/VomskiGi\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/ektatraveling.tp.st\/VomskiGi\" target=\"_blank\">EKTA<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tp.st\/OPi1AJhc\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tp.st\/OPi1AJhc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eSIM<\/a><\/strong> at the same price as in telecom office in Male airport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The topic of budget 3-star hotels is the most interesting. On one hand, you can make a list of 50-100 interesting options for 3-star hotels&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2575,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6,7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2573","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-resorts","category-local-islands"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2573","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2573"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2573\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4774,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2573\/revisions\/4774"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2575"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2573"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2573"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/travel-4-fun.com\/maldives\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2573"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}