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Hotel Star Shell

3.5 star property
Beachfront guesthouse for sun and fun

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Hotel Star Shell, near Full Moon Beach and Hulhumale Beach, offers a garden and rooftop terrace for relaxation. Enjoy practical amenities like dry cleaning and cozy touches like a lobby fireplace. Staff consistently earn positive reviews from guests.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 243
AED 401 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Lot 11106 Nirolhu Magu, Hulhumalé, 20012

What's nearby

  • Hulhumale Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hulhumalé Central Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Maldives Islamic Centre - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Male Fish Market - 13 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Paradise Island Beach - 64 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bombay Darbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Manhattan fish market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pastamania - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Naga’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coffee & Bagels - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Star Shell

Guesthouse near Hulhumale Beach
Located close to Full Moon Beach, Hotel Star Shell provides a free daily manager's reception, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), airport pick-up service (surcharge), and a front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in the lobby, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance, ATM/banking services, and a reception hall
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Star Shell offer thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and ceiling fans

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  • Free WiFi
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  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 111 reviews
The price is AED 266
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge) from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch smart TV with premium digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 95 per accommodation, per stay
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 5 per person, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 15 per room
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Hotel Star Shell Hulhumale
Hotel Star Shell Hulhumalé
Guesthouse Hotel Star Shell Hulhumalé
Hulhumalé Hotel Star Shell Guesthouse
Star Shell Hulhumalé
Guesthouse Hotel Star Shell
Star Shell
Hotel Star Shell Hulhumalé
Hotel Star Shell Guesthouse
Hotel Star Shell Guesthouse Hulhumalé

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Star Shell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Star Shell?

As of 19 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Star Shell on 21 November 2025 start from $97.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

This guest house doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Star Shell?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Star Shell?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Star Shell provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs 7:00 AM–11:00 PM on request. A fee of USD 15 per room applies.

Where is Hotel Star Shell located?

Located in Hulhumalé, this beachfront guesthouse is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Hulhumale Beach, Paradise Island Beach, and Full Moon Beach. Republic Square and Sultan Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Star Shell Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They were nice and accommodating and the walking distance to the beach and shops close by was nice too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was in room 103 and the room itself was okay but you could hear everything in the hotel reception and restaurant from.1st thing to latecat night. I also found that most of the plug sockets didn't work because somebody had tripped the fuses but I was left to fix that on my own. Generally okay and may have been better in a different room but i wouldnt go back, sorry.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Karla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for a one night stay, clean, breakfast was included.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

nazim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff, but a lot of construction going on in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very helpful and accommodating
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria

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

Great place to stay

For the price this hotel exceeded my expectations. The guys working there are extremely nice. The location is good. Continental breakfast was good and the transportation was also great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value hotel

Good value hotel. Excellent staff. Nice breakfast. Rooms are a little small but comfortable beds and pillows. My only complaint is not the hotel’s fault, that is, there is a mosque nearby that provides 4 am serenading each morning.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very clean and spacious room. Cafe downstairs with really nice and cheap food. Have an airport transfer service which is super easy and convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

md ridoanul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I got the receptionist behaviour good and they welcomed me warmly. Room is as proper as mentioned in website.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property itself is clean, staff were superb, however the general area is quite seedy and dirty
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jossie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel for a night layover awaiting transfer to a resort. The staff were all lovely and helped me sort out the details of the transfer. The rooms are a bit worn down and there is peeling paint on the walls, but they have the basic amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gyula

Only 5 star on the ratings but i would give 11 stars. The management and the staff is extra helpful and the rooms are clean and comfy. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dayana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Good

Good
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Hussain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
If property policy specifies about not allowing outsider would be nicer
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really liked our stay at Star Shell. The staff are excellent and super helpful. We were travelling with two young kids and honestly their service and friendliness really made our trip so much easier. We were always helped with our luggage without asking and with no expectation of a tip. I would highly recommend using theit airport service. The room was excellent and surprisingly modern and spacious. With an integrated rollaway bed, it was enough for the 4 of us. Very good location too, the beach is a 2 min walk and lots of good cafes and restaurants nearby, many of which are open till late. Some small improvements that could be made. The bathroom needs a vent fan as it gets quite warm and can’t leave the window open overnight due to the main road outside. AC wasn’t on before we came into the room so it was quite warm. However overall a great hotel and we will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Navvaar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff were good and all but I was asked the second time at 2AM when i brought my wife whether i have already given my id card details and all. its funny because at checkin before they hand over the key all this is confirmed and i felt insulted because this question was asked. other than that stay was good all staff were friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Koji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
冷蔵庫が宿泊した部屋には無かった。他の部屋にはあった。５日間の宿泊なのでかなり辛かった。
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adriano

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

Muito bom para um estadia curta

bom hotel para uma estadia curta. O quarto ficava no primeiro andar, com janela virada para a cozinha e isso foi um incômodo, pois sentíamos um cheiro de cozinha subindo pela janela do banheiro. Esse foi o único ponto negativo. O quarto, apesar de pequeno, era confortável. Cama boa e ar condicionado funcionava bem. O hotel disponibiliza água gratuitamente nos quartos. usamos o transfer (pago à parte) para voltar ao aeroporto e funcionou super bem.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Puhdas hotelli.

Kaikki toimi kuten pitää. Puhdas huone ja hyvä lokaatio. Bussilla pääsee suoraan lentokentälle ja takaisin ja vielä moottoripyörä taksilla nopeasti ja halvalla. Harmi ettei kukaan hotellin henkilökunnasta osaa puhua suomea tai ruotsia.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

FERNANDO

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

Perfecto

Todo perfecto. Muy limpio, el personal muy amable y colaborador, con bar/restaurante y buena ubicación. Tanto si estás de paso como para varios días es perfecto. Traslados al aeropuerto. Como entrada o salida del país es muy conveniente porque se encuentra justo al principio de la isla, a menos de diez minutos del aeropuerto. Tiene cerca tiendas de comestibles, lugares para comer y a un minuto de la playa. La habitación muy limpia y cómoda. TV Plana con canales internacionales, camada cómoda y grande, baño completo con gel y champú, mucho espacio para guardar la ropa y pertenencias, nevera con minibar, café y te con hervidor y agua gratis, aire acondicionado y ventilador, cortinas opacas; en definitiva todo un acierto. Lo recomiendo y cuando vuelva a pasar por aquí repetiré seguro.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was wonderful. I really appreciated being met at the airport after my long travel. The food was very good and the coffee specifically was delicious. The area was a bit noisy with traffic and I guess we were by a mosque so we heard the five daily prayers over the loudspeaker. It was great for a three night stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Greta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

eleonora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Todo correcto!

Por una noche o dos más que correcto. La bienvenida ha sido muy agradable, teniamos cena y desayuno incluydos que han sido completos. La habitación un pelin vieja pero todo funcionaba bien, estamos satisfechos. Está al lado de la playa, agradable para dar un paseo después de un largo viaje.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Hyunseok

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

몰디브에서 하룻밤.

처음 몰디브 방문 이었지만 좋았습니다. 특히 위치가 마음에 들었습니다.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023