The Barefoot Eco Hotel

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December 2024

January 2025

Private beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Bar

On private beach

Pool

Room service

Free WiFi

Housekeeping

Explore the area

N 6 45 E 73 10, Hanimaadhoo

Maldives Climate Observatory
6 min walk
Baarah Dock
Utheemu Palace
Hanimaadhoo (HAQ)
36 min drive

Room options

Seaside Room

44 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Memory-foam beds, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

100 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Beachside

44 sq m
Partial sea view
Sleeps 3
1 Double Bed

Double Room, Ocean View

50.0 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double Room, Sea View

50 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Pool

All-inclusive

Spa

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

1 Jan - 2 Jan

About this property

Family-friendly fun at the beach, with outdoor pool

Catch some rays on The Barefoot Eco Hotel's private white sand beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy snorkeling. Change of towels is available on request.

The Barefoot Eco Hotel offers 64 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. This Hanimaadhoo hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

A private beach and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The Barefoot Spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology. The spa is open daily.

During your stay at The Barefoot Eco Hotel, you're just a quick walk from Maldives Climate Observatory. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus 3 bars and 2 coffee shops/cafes.

Free WiFi
Enjoy local cuisine and a beachfront location while dining at Raanee Snack Bar
Take a swim in the outdoor pool
Treat yourself to body treatments, Swedish massages, or reflexology at The Barefoot Spa
Services include babysitting, supervised childcare, and a concierge
Onsite recreation includes a private beach, a 24-hour gym, and complimentary bicycles
6 minutes by foot from Maldives Climate Observatory
Airport shuttle service available for a fee

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Barefoot Eco Hotel like an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

There's a restaurant on site, as well as 2 coffee shops/cafes and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, a garden, and a terrace.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Hanimaadhoo hotel.

Raanee Snack Bar - This beachfront bar specializes in local cuisine and serves light fare only.

Juice Bar - This beachfront bar serves lunch and light fare. Open daily.

Boat Bar - This wine bar overlooks the ocean. Open daily.

Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

Arabic, English, Filipino, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

Electric car charging station on site
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle at scheduled times

Food and drink

1 restaurant and 2 coffee shops
3 bars/lounges and 1 poolside bar
Room service available

Restaurants on site

Raanee Snack Bar
Juice Bar
Boat Bar

Things to do

24-hour fitness centre
Beach volleyball
Bike tour information
Bike cleaning
Bike parking
Bike repair services
Bike storage
Boat tours
Boating
Bowling alley
Canoeing
Ecotours
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Free bike hire
Full-service spa
Kayaking
Outdoor pool
Paddleboards on-site
Sailing
Scuba diving
Shopping centre
Shopping
Snorkelling
Volleyball
Windsurfing
Yoga classes

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
Bowling alley
Laundry facilities
Mini-fridge
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised childcare (surcharge)

Conveniences

Front-desk safe
Library
Reception hall

Guest services

24-hour front desk
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Turndown service
Water sports equipment
Wedding services

Business services

A meeting room

Outdoors

Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Garden
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Private beachfront location
Terrace
Vegetable garden

Spa

3 treatment rooms
Ayurvedic treatments
Body scrubs
Body treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment room(s)
Facials
Massage - deep-tissue
Massage - hot stone
Massage - sports
Massage - Swedish
Massage - Thai
Massage/treatment rooms
Reflexology
Spa open daily

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
This property does not have any lifts
Accessible airport shuttle

At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Beach towels
Books
Comprehensive food waste policy
Couples dining
Designated smoking areas
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Romance packages available
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Air conditioning
Bed sheets
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Memory-foam mattress

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea filters (reusable)
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Mini fridge
Minibar

Composting
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Laptop-friendly workspace
LED light bulbs
Phone
Recycling
Safe
Soundproofing
Turndown service
Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Barefoot Eco Hotel

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 6.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 110
Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 52.50 (from 2 to 11 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 110
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 52.50 (from 2 to 11 years old)
A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night
Airplane transfer per adult: USD 390 (roundtrip)
Transfer service fee per child: USD 320 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old
Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 147.19 per person, per stay

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.

Airport shuttle fee: USD 390 per person (roundtrip)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 320 (roundtrip), (from 2 to 11 years old)
Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 6.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit

The Barefoot Eco Hotel offers transfers from the airport (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 72 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property Registration Number C-0794/2014

We should mention

Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Barefoot Eco Hotel Hanimaadhoo

Barefoot Eco Hotel

Barefoot Eco Hanimaadhoo

Barefoot Eco

The Barefoot Eco Hotel Hanimaadhoo, Maldives

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The Barefoot Eco Hotel Hanimaadhoo

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The Barefoot Eco Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

5 Oct 2021

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

The Best Experience,The Staff were Really Nice and Helpful

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

30 Jan 2019

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

Fantastic laid-back charm to this resort, as the name suggests. I couldn’t be happier with our stay at Barefoot. Everything was clean and comfortable, and the food and service was excellent. Anything more would have felt OTT and unnecessary. Congratulations on doing your best to keep things natural and eco-friendly. The Maldives are troubled by washed-up plastic and the more you do, the better I like it. 😊

Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Dec 2018

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

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jose, Budapest

20 Dec 2017

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

A very pleasant stay at the Barefoot Eco Hotel

The Barefoot Eco Hotel is an amazing place in the Maldives! It's not your traditional Maldivian resort, since it is situated in an island with a village (normally resorts are located in private islands). This adds greatly to the whole experience! If you are the type of person that likes to learn about the local culture of the places where you travel, this is a perfect combination. The hotel does a lot of work to support the local community, such as hiring locals, providing free training for people to work in the tourist industry, tours into the local village, cooking shows hosted by locals and others. The hotel also tries to minimize its footprint in the environment. For instance, the hotel doesn't sell any drinks in plastic bottles. The location is stunning! You clearly get this sense of being off the grid, in a tropical place. We saw turtles, harmless sharks, different kind of rays (manta, eagle, sting), tropical fishes and dolphins. The hotel offers different daily programs to get up close to these, as well as to visit nearby historical places. The food provided is delicious! It's a mix of Italian with influences of local cuisine. On Friday's, is Maldivian night and you can have a full Maldivian dinner experience. Finally the staff makes the whole experience 5 stars! Everyone, from the reception, to the restaurant to the diving center was friendly and helpful! We spent there almost two weeks and had the time of our lives. We will definitely return, if we have the chance.

Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chad, Australia

11 Sept 2017

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

Great,relaxing and off the grid

Great not having Television or 1st world technology. Eco friendly and great health retreat.

I stayed in a seaside room which was huge and just metres from the beach. Decor / design is functional rather than opulent but you have everything you need. Bottled water is provided twice daily and I had no problems with Wi-Fi, even during an epic thunderstorm. Breakfast & Dinner buffets were excellent, very extensive choice and something different every day. Staff always very friendly and happy to explain the dishes etc. The beach is gorgeous and well maintained - never feels crowded and you don't need reef shoes. If a competent swimmer you can swim or kayak to the edge of the reef and snorkel there. Organised trips are reasonably priced, recommend the Coral Garden snorkel trip which was amazing. There's also a daily complimentary snorkel trip led by the resident Marine Biologist who is a fountain of knowledge and very approachable with any queries. Though not a diver myself, feedback from other guests was only positive - with praise for the professionalism of the expert staff who were also happy to give guidance with snorkeling in the lagoon. In the evenings, the lounge area next to the restaurant hosts conservation lectures and movies, opportunity to be sociable if you want - or just chill out on the bean bag seats. Also in the evenings, there is the Black Pearl floating bar which is great fun with the best cocktails ! It's the best way to catch the sunset and star gaze, an absolute must-do.

10/10 Excellent

EDUARD, Barcelona

4 May 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very recomended

Great staff, specially Raja very good coffee barista, Salvatore barman and Kitchen as well. Water sports also great guys. Ella is poor marine biologist who explain noting about sea and coral life only giving rules when you snorkel. Nice and beautiful location.

8/10 Good

ADAM, Chicago, IL, USA

23 Mar 2016

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

3.5/5 Star. Amazing beach, food & service sub-par

Amazing beach, and has intimate beach setups by separating the sun chairs by bushes that make lounging intimate. Beanbag chairs on each porch for relaxing while looking at the beach and water. Porch could use better lights as too dim to read. The food is quite bad, however, and despite having a buffet, they give you an assigned seat for your stay. I was actually kicked out of a seat close to the beach because it wasn't "my" table despite the restaurant being near empty at that time. No shampoo or lotion is provided in the rooms.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

18 Mar 2016

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

If you're looking for Maldives, don't come here

Went there for our honeymoon but this was not the Maldivian experience I was looking for. The hotel is on a beach, has snorkeling, diving and some other activities. However, the hotel is far from being a 4-star hotel with the limited space, limited services and grumpy wait staff. It felt more like a retiring home than a beach resort. The king beds are literally two single mattresses attached to each other which were uncomfortable at all. The open buffet for breakfast and dinner is very limited with ONE kind of cheese and pastries attacked by swamps of flies. All meals came from the same kitchen with low quality food and limited choices way overpriced for $30 per person per meal. You would also be seated in a specific table EVERY SINGLE MORNING AND NIGHT and not allowed to change it as if you were in the military (note: I came for the beach so don't put me in the back corner of the restaurant during all my stay!) When asking for a fresh hot cup of coffee instead of the two sips of cold coffee left, the waiter would simply answer "don't you wanna finish yours first?" Barely heard music, no proper lighting and no ambiance. Menu food options are limited (i.e. you can get French fries only between 1 to 2:30 PM!) The only positive side is that the room is clean and the beach is beautiful. Overall, you're better off paying a little extra for a high quality experience in a 5-star hotel.

8/10 Good

Maqseed, Kuwait

17 Mar 2016

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

hanimaadhoo island in 2 Mins

me and my wife staid in this hotel for 1 week and it was not the perfect hotel but it was just fine 5 star hotel .. everything was available in the hotel from Room service to Sea Sport .. But my friends have been in better hotel that this in other Island Like Kurumba resort ..

10/10 Excellent

Siiri, Tallinn, Estonia

6 Mar 2016

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

Perfect place to relax

Perfect place just to rest and to enjoy the beach and the sealife. Dolphins and turtles were really there, all the tours were worth of price. Complimentary rental of bicycles or kayakies and daily snorkeling tours. Good selection of food, different menu every day. Our 6 year old was so busy with swimming, snorkeling etc. that he even did not have the time to look for his toys from his suitcase. We booked it without an understanding that no wine or beer would be available on the island. Reasonable selection was still available on the sunset boat. As the island is far away from Male it takes few extra hours to get to the Barefoot and back to Male. Hotel reception still does choose the most reasonable flights for you. We can only regret that we had planned only 7 nights to be there.

10/10 Excellent

claus, London

24 Jan 2016

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

Thank you for a wonderful Holiday!

We stayed at this lovely resort for 9 nights in a Seaside Room. It was our first trip to Maldives and our stay well exceeded our expectations. This resort is great for relaxing, snorkeling/diving and chilling out on the beach or by the pool. I would highly recommend this place!

10/10 Excellent

ANDRII, UKRAINE

28 Nov 2015

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

Excellent hotel for little money. Most delicious brownies. Uncomfortable bed and mattress.

8/10 Good

Lillian

27 Nov 2015

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

It's a quiet beach resort, served by a group of very passionate staffs on ECO sharing & sea creatures lovers. They also create a warmth environment for guests to feel just like at home. Simple gesture by knowing the guest by name, remembering meals preference, taking great care during excursions. The 'bar' in an beautiful restored Maldivian ship is an awesome concept, where drinks are served in the middle of the ocean.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Nov 2015

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

Lovely resort with private beach

Lovely time spend. Wished that holiday was longer.

10/10 Excellent

Michel, lebanon

31 Oct 2015

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

Honeymoon @ Barefoot

everything was more than i expected the staff is so friendly the hotel is very well designed and so comfortable the activities are very interesting with a good price Thank you