Places to eat in Gaafaru Island
Places to eat in Gaafaru Island
Places to eat in Gaafaru Island : Gaafaru is an inhabited island in Kaafu Atoll administrative division and geographically in the North Male Atoll in the central part of the Maldives, this beautiful island is located less that 40 miles from Velana International Airport.
Gaafaru Island is a relatively small island surrounded by its own reef and lagoon rich in marine flora and fauna, the island is referred to as the “jewel of Kaafu Atoll” since it is a solitary island embedded in its own tiny atoll just outside the main chain of islands that form Kaafu atoll.
Gaafaru Island as a pubic island has several places where tourists of the island can grab full – course meals or snacks, on the island there are both stand alone and guest house restaurants.
Here are some of the best places to eat at while on your Maldives holiday in Gaafaru Island
AMICO The Island Kitchen
AMICO – The Island Kitchen is located towards the center of the island approximately 300 m from Gaafaru Beach, AMICO serves continental and Maldivian food, from burgers and friend fish to mas huni and roshi – a combination of tuna and coconut served with plain flour flatbread.
The restaurant has indoor seating and a charming alfresco courtyard dotted with several plants offering a rusting cottage feel.
Island Deck
The Island Deck Café is one of the highest buildings in Gaafaru island, guests can enter the seating area by climbing up the metal staircase and enjoying scenic views of the entire island. Also, guests can enjoy regular BBQ nights and access paid Wi-Fi.
Panama Café
Panama Café offers a restful ambiance for its visitors highlighted with bright red brick décor, the café is open from 06 to 12 Am.
Panama Café serves an assortment of snacks, soft drinks and beverages like tea and coffee. Guests can sit back, watch television in the main seating area and even charge their electronic devices.
The Slice Gaafaru
The Silce Gaafaru is an air-conditioned dine – restaurant located close to Gaafaru Beach, the restaurant serves starts, beverages and wholesome meals. Their Indian menu includes gravy dishes like Chicken Masala and Fish Masala with rice entrees like Chicken Biryani and Jeera Rice. Moreover, guests can order various pizzas, mocktails, shakes, and desserts.
Reef Café
The Reef Café is a small establishment operating from 5:30 to 12:30 Am located near Gaafaru’s futsal field, the restaurant’s décor is all wooden from the ceiling to the walls and furniture.
Reef Café has both ground-level and first-floor seating, the latter offers lovely views of the surroundings. The café is best known for its Maldivian short eats and continental fares like club sandwiches and French fries.
Where to stay in Gaafaru Island
The Gaafaru Island has a variety of accommodation options where to stay during your Maldives Holidays in this beautiful Island, these accommodations range from hotels to guesthouses.
To gain an on – arrival visa in the Maldives, all travelers must show proof of stay made in advance. When visiting a public island like Gaafaru Island, you can book a room in one of the guesthouses.
The opening of guest houses on the islands of the Maldives started more than a decade ago, Gaafaru Island joined the tourism bandwagon much later. Now, there are a few guesthouses and pocket – friendly hotels in Gaafaru offering relaxed and convenient accommodations.
Gaafaru View Inn
Gaafaru View Inn is one of the best options for budget travelers in the Maldives, the guest house is situated only two minutes from Bikini Beach near one of the most impressive lagoons in the country. Gaafaru View Inn is a well – known establishment and a top choice for travelers visiting the Gaafaru Island, the guesthouse offers several room choices ranging from family to double and triple bedrooms, complimentary breakfast and Wi-Fi services to all guests.
Gaafaru View Inn provides free cots for kids below three years and an extra bed for kids between 4 to 11 years. Additionally, tourists can avail benefits of toiletries, currency exchange services and ironing amenities.
Mariana Inn
Mariana Inn is a 3-star guest house
Located within a minute’s distance from Gaafaru Beach, Mariana Inn is a 3-star guesthouse with basic amenities like daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, and free wi-fi. Here, guests can book a cozy air-conditioned deluxe double, deluxe triple, honeymoon double, or quadruple family room. Mariana Inn also provides airport transfers from 3:30 PM to 7 AM at an additional cost. Marina Inn is especially known for its generous breakfast.
Old Town Inn
Old Town Inn is a wheelchair-accessible property with clean family rooms, a shared lounge, and a garden. Designed with minimalist wooden decor, rooms include facilities like a safety deposit box, linens, air-conditioner, flatscreen TVs, refrigerator, and tea/ coffee maker. This guesthouse in Gaafaru also has an in-house restaurant that accepts outside guests. The friendly staff at Old Town Inn helps tourists plan outdoor recreation activities such as boating, fishing, canoeing, snorkeling, and diving.
Landmark Inn
Located in the center of Gaafaru, Landmark Inn is a 4-star property, close to all major attractions and a 2-minute walk from both beaches. Even though the check-in time is noon, guests can request a different time based on their arrival at the island. The rooms are simple, with only the necessary furniture. Some have a small sitting area outside. Breakfast at Landmark Inn is special, with several options, including continental and Asian halal meals.
Mirian Sky Hotel
Established in 2016, Mirian Sky includes a restaurant, eight cozy rooms, and two balconies with a beach view. The rooms come with flatscreen TVs, air-conditioners, beds with side tables, and en-suite bathrooms. The island’s Bikini Beach is a couple of minutes away from here. Tourists can further contact the owners for services like travel, proposal dinners, wedding celebrations, and birthday parties. Since the hotel has an on-site restaurant, guests can indulge in Maldivian and intercontinental meals or have a BBQ dinner on the beach.
N.B.: All information is correct as of the post-publication date, and prices are subject to change.
