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Hotel Star Shell

3.5 star property
Beach guesthouse with restaurant, connected to a shopping center, near Hulhumale Beach

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At Hotel Star Shell, near Full Moon Beach and Hulhumale Beach, you can unwind in the garden or on the rooftop terrace. With dry cleaning services and a fireplace in the lobby, this guesthouse offers comfort. Previous guests have praised helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport pick-up service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Lobby fireplace
  • Front-desk safe

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $108
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3

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)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Deluxe Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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)
  • Park view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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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
  • Sultan Park - 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
  • Airport pick-up service

Restaurants

  • ‪Pastamania - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Riveli Beach Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Single O - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Bombay Darbar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Manhattan fish market - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Star Shell

Hotel Star Shell features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Hulhumale Beach. Other highlights include a snack bar/deli and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 15 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children aged 2 and younger eat free breakfast
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport pickup from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • On the beach

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor entertainment area

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch Smart TV
  • Premium digital channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 95 per accommodation, per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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
The listed additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 10 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 15 per room

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 15.0 per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, JCB International, Union Pay

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel Star Shell?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Star Shell?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel Star Shell.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Star Shell?

Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request. The charge is USD 15 per room.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Star Shell?

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

What is there to do at Hotel Star Shell and nearby?

Hotel Star Shell has a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Star Shell?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Hotel Star Shell like?

Hotel Star Shell is in the heart of Hulhumalé, a short 8-minute walk from Hulhumale Beach and 7 minutes' walk from Hulhumalé Central Park.

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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

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

8/10 Very good

They were nice and accommodating and the walking distance to the beach and shops close by was nice too.
Victoria, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Thomas, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Ahmed, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Jamie, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice and clean hotel
Nadia, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good for a one night stay, clean, breakfast was included.
Karla, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, very helpful and accommodating
Scott, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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
maria, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, but a lot of construction going on in the area.
nazim, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Lucy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property itself is clean, staff were superb, however the general area is quite seedy and dirty
Arthur, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Jossie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Gyula, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

I got the receptionist behaviour good and they welcomed me warmly. Room is as proper as mentioned in website.
md ridoanul, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

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.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good

Good
Dayana, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

If property policy specifies about not allowing outsider would be nicer
Hussain, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Navvaar, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

super lage schnell zum flughafen 15 min etwa mit dem taxi schnell nach male mit dem bus
Filip, 4-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

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。
Koji, 5-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
Adriano, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

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.
FERNANDO, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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Greta, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

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.
eleonora, 1-night trip