I strongly believe they should invest in the bathroom and shower. It's the most important area of a room yet here the most weakest.

The general idea about the place and the decor was nice

Stayed in June 2025

The place was perfect for the two nights we stayed there for.

Staff from the hotel were really helpful all the way from booking until checking out. They helped us with booking the speed boat transfer, got picked up from the harbour, gave us lots of information during check-in to make the most of our stay, and then answered our queries throughout. I was a bit ill while I was there and they checked in a couple of times if we needed anything! Our room was facing bikini beach, so very easy to get up and stroll to the beach, but also close to all the cafes and restaurants in the "tourist" area.

Stayed in March 2025

The only downside, unfortunately, is that another ground-level hotel is being built right in front of Iru, which blocks the full view of the beach and the ocean. Now, only a few rooms have an ocean view, but there is still access to the beach, so it’s not a problem.

The hotel design / decoration is very nice. All the staff are exceptional and very helpful at any time of the day. Kamal, the manager, is just fantastic, and there is no issue with anything you ask for. Thank you, Kamal and everyone! Also, delicious breakfast and dinners per your choice.

Stayed in March 2025

- On the ground floor, you need to keep the curtains closed at all times, making the room dark - Currently construction site across the road - No ventilation in the bathroom, making it very humid, nothing can dry - Too few hooks to hang stuff up - For the price, the facilities (e.g. shower head, mattress) seem subpar - We left at 7.30am on final day and no one was at reception when we left (no breakfast even though part of our booking)

- Staff were helpful and friendly - Communication before arriving was good - Property was very flexible when we had to originally cancel and rebook - Very close to the beach - Room was spacious - Generally nice look of the property

Stayed in February 2025

We liked everything

We liked everything hotel is clean ..beach front..staff also very helpful..

Stayed in February 2025

The bathroom was a bit average with no fan or air flow. Water never got hot but was warm enough. A bit on the pricey side.

The location of Iru is the best and just a walk away from the beach and water sports. The bed is very comfortable and the air con works a treat. The morning breakfast is great. We even asked for extra pillows are they were accomodating. A very peaceful stay.

Stayed in January 2025

There was a building sight between guesthouse and the beach, that they informed us same day as arriving… They only accept cash

We liked the style and balcony

Stayed in January 2025

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Very clean, big rooms & really really nice staff! We felt very welcome and they even helped with contacting the next guesthouse when we had problems there. Would definitely recommend. Breakfast was good, and you’re basically 1min away from the beach.

Stayed in November 2024

Lack of clothes hanging space. The shower heads were awkward. No mosquito nets in two of our rooms.

The decor, the sandy floor, the breakfast.

Stayed in November 2024

Other guesthouse was having night party & dj just in fromt of our balcony, the music was very loud on one evening.

The room was nice as well as the balcony with the view.

Stayed in June 2024

Loved the interiors and ambience

Stayed in July 2024

ac wasn't that good and the breakfast

Stayed in June 2024

Outdoor areas could be improved with more and better sunbeds

The staff was great, kind and always available. The room was clean and very good looking. Breakfasts on the beach were amazing.

Stayed in June 2024

The shower, but it's just a small detail

Samura's little sister, a quiet place, close to bikini beach which is very nicely arranged. A more rustic design with quite a lot of wood, a perfect place for a few quiet days on the island, in a fairytale setting.

Stayed in May 2024

We believe the Air conditioner is not working properly as the room was not cold enough to sleep comfortable during night , I think they need to invest on this matter.

I really loved the location and the cozy ambiance we had there, the woody / beach style they have it’s lovely. It’s just in front of the beach. The staff was really kind and smiling always willing to help.

Stayed in May 2024

Breakfast very European (Italian), although nicely served: fresh fruit, toast, egg. On request we got local Maldivian breakfast twice, but it would be good if we’d have choice from the beginning. The room has huge windows that face directly onto the street, which means that passersby have a direct view of the room, there is not much privacy. The island is undergoing renovation work, which means you can hear the digger plus for most of our stay the beach directly next to the property was unusable by the ditched sand. The hotel needs renovation (plaster falling off the walls etc). Very small bed for 2 persons.

The staff was very helpful and friendly. Nice garden with hammock in front of the property. Competitively priced excursions compared to the booths on the beach with 2 people (unless you are a larger group, in which case it is better to organize on your own).

Stayed in April 2024

Only bad point we had – was the “disco” night organized at nearby bar. Guys run the speakers full power like on the concert – really loudly. Luckily its done not often. On that day plan an evening out :) This kind of “disco nights” were run in several different places of the island - honestly a bit strange for me. You don’t go to Maldives for club nights. But maybe I’m wrong. One general remark on inhabited islands local have issue with cleanliness and organizing things – had feeling that things were dropped and left in completely random way. A pity as surroundings are amazing.

When you arrive to Male you catch the speedboat - Iru will book for you place on the public one (cost 25$/person) or private one (cost 65$/person).From Male its cca30min, they will organize also transport from jetty to the guesthouse. All worked very well. Iru its small guesthouse – 5 rooms, its nice and simple – don’t expect luxury known from resort islands. As we decided on purpose we really like the place. We had room nr 1 on the floor. Room is big enough – to sleep and rest. If you don’t come with 5 big luggage’s you will manage to keep your clothes, snorkeling and other equipment. Bed had good mattress and pillows. Room has good size balcony with nice view. At balcony you have place to dry the towels, remember for the beach you can always borrow it at the reception. We had no issue with Wi-Fi signal in the room nor with the water pressure in the shower also no issue with cleanliness or wet floor in the room. Breakfast was ok -if you want to change smth don’t be afraid to ask. You can also order the dinner- we tried it and was very good. Both served on the beach or in the lobby. Guesthouse is located next to one of the 2 bikini beach’s on the island. Infront of the entrance there is small 2m wide “road”. We went and returned to the room in “ready to swim” mode. We enjoyed more the bikini beach on the other side of the islands. I run around the island-its 5km circuit. If you compare with Europe public beach in Mediterranean Sea it was empty – on the full beach 50 people, 25 in the water. We took the half day trip to an abandon island –nice– few snorkeling trips and try to see dolphins. What’s the best in IRU is Kamal and his team. Kamal is great, keep on smiling all the time, always helpful. On the first day he explained the rules – breakfast, towels, etc. - as well as gave us interesting tips on what to do or local restaurants. Kamal and the team made us feel very welcomed. We had great time and would come back. Thanks Kamal

Stayed in January 2024

Nothing :) only thing I was wondering is why there aren’t any sun beds on their beach strip or why they didn’t do more with all that space in front of the hotel.

Beautiful small guesthouse right at the beach, open and gorgeously designed living room on the ground floor. Breakfast ist served on the beach. Very beautiful and comfortable room with ocean view.

Stayed in December 2023

Maybe rooms need some renovation and small adjustment. In our deluxe the shower was a bid annoying due to a bad installation of the siphon, on the 2nd day the sink was flooding and was a bad smell from the toilet. Nice balcony bur not with the sea view I meant - there are couple of meters separating the property from the beach and lots of palm trees and tropical vegetation around (nothing wrong with that just giving a more appropriate description of the room won’t disappoint guests at their arrival ;)

Comfortable rooms, great location and very friendly staff! The activities scheduled are a must! This small guest house became our home in Thulushdoo for 3 days. Here we met very nice people and spent unforgettable moments together!

Stayed in January 2024

The pressure of the shower could've been a little better in our room and the shower head attachment to the wall was broken. Some hooks in the rooms to hang wet clothes and towels would be a good extra. Everything else was really great.

We loved Iru Maldives. The staff were attentive and very friendly and also very helpful with anything we needed. It is located right in front of bikini beach and walking distance to all the eateries. The breakfast was simple but fresh and always delicious with fruits, eggs, toast, etc. There are so many activities to do nearby and it is very beautiful. The guesthouse has beautiful decoration and is very well maintained. We would definitely recommend and also return.

Stayed in November 2023

The hotel is not located directly at the beach front, as the images would suggest. There is a small street between the hotel and the beachfront. Therefore, while the room at the ground floor room is very nice and easily accessible, there is not a lot of privacy as people walk by and can look right into your room. Would be great if the terrace would be more sheltered with plants.

Perfectly located at bikini beach. Super nice and friendly staff. Rooms are beautiful.Great vibe overall.

Stayed in October 2023

Nothing major. The shower was acting up a bit. Water stopped after a few seconds, then a few minutes wait, then it came back fully. No big issue, just a matter of getting used to. Balcony door needs a good upward push to close the latch.

Kamal and his team are very friendly. The location is great and the room is very clean, comfortable and nicely decorated. Breakfast on the beach is lovely. Transfer well organised. Balcony view is wonderful!

Stayed in September 2023

The location is perfect, very close to the beach. The host was very friendly and was happy to help anytime we had a question. I would recommend Iru for a true Maldivian stay. We would return here, for sure!

Stayed in June 2023

Everything was really ok

A great place on the best beach of the island. Rooms are clean and comfortable, and right on the beach. Great for relaxing and snorkeling

Stayed in September 2023