One-night stay
Close to the airport, ideal for early transfers
Before & after your liveaboard trip
Extend your stay in the Maldives
Hand-picked hotels for before or after your Maldives Master liveaboard trip - from a quick overnight near the airport to a full extended escape on a private island.
Why extend your stay
Turn an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Whether you are travelling a few hours or halfway around the world for your liveaboard adventure with Master Liveaboards, taking extra time to experience each unique destination can enhance your trip and transform an incredible diving holiday into a truly inspirational experience.
Staying on after your cruise lets you experience the destination beyond the ocean. Discover vibrant cities, remote islands, cultural landmarks, wildlife, beaches, and hidden gems that make each region unique. Whether you choose a few extra days of relaxation or a week of exploration, extending your stay creates a richer and more rewarding holiday.
Arriving a day early gives you time to relax, recover from travel, and start your journey refreshed and stress-free. You can explore local culture, enjoy regional cuisine, and settle into the destination before boarding your liveaboard adventure.
A liveaboard may be the highlight of your trip, but the destination itself has so much more to offer. Add a few extra nights and turn your diving holiday into the ultimate travel experience.
Hotels we recommend
Master Liveaboards Recommendations
With hundreds of hotels to choose from, picking the right one can be difficult, so we have chosen a few to consider, based on different durations. We have access to thousands of different hotel options - if you are looking for something specific, please let us know and we will be happy to help you.
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Hulhumale - 15 min from Velana Intl Airport
h78 Veli
Located in Hulhumale just 15 minutes from Velana International Airport, h78 Veli offers a stylish and convenient beachfront option for an overnight stay in the Maldives. Set just steps from the white sandy beach, the hotel features modern, air-conditioned rooms inspired by Maldivian design, along with complimentary airport transfers, free Wi-Fi, and an oceanview restaurant and terrace. Combining comfort, warm hospitality, and an excellent location close to the airport, h78 Veli is an ideal place to stay before or after your island adventure on Maldives Master.
✓ Free airport transfer
✓ Beachfront
✓ Oceanview restaurant
✓ Free Wi-Fi
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Short stay
A few nights before or after your liveaboard
North Male Atoll - speedboat from airport
OBLU Nature Helengeli
Set on a lush tropical island in the North Male Atoll, OBLU NATURE Helengeli (previously OBLU Helengeli) offers a stunning short-stay experience surrounded by crystal-clear lagoons and vibrant marine life. Renowned for its exceptional house reef and easy access to some of the Maldives' best snorkelling and diving sites, the resort combines natural island beauty with relaxed all-inclusive comfort. Guests can enjoy stylish beach and water villas, multiple dining options, watersports, spa facilities, and breathtaking ocean views - making it the perfect choice for a memorable Maldives escape.
✓ All-inclusive
✓ House reef snorkelling
✓ Beach & water villas
✓ Multiple restaurants
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Extended stay
Seven nights to turn your trip into a full holiday
North Male Atoll - private island
OBLU Select Sangeli
Set on a beautiful private island in the North Male Atoll, OBLU SELECT Sangeli offers the perfect setting for an extended Maldives escape combining luxury, relaxation, and tropical adventure. Surrounded by turquoise lagoons, white sand beaches, and vibrant coral reefs, the resort features stylish beach villas and overwater villas, exceptional all-inclusive dining, multiple bars and swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre, and a wide range of snorkelling, diving, and watersports experiences. With its relaxed atmosphere and stunning natural surroundings, OBLU Select Sangeli is an ideal choice for guests seeking a longer stay in paradise.
✓ Private island
✓ Beach & overwater villas
✓ Premium all-inclusive
✓ Spa & wellness centre
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Staff picks
Personal favourites from our team.
With our team regularly visiting each of our destinations, whether for work or for a well-earned holiday, here are some of their personal favourites to spend time themselves and to send their customers to.
James Fletcher
Sales Consultant
A perfect spot for arriving a day early. Only 15 minutes away from the airport, I stay at the h78 every time I visit the Maldives and recover from 20 hours of travel! Right by the public beach if I want to go swimming and a few minutes walk from my favourite restaurant on the island - Naga's Indian Restaurant.
h78 Veli
Alex Whitley-Wilson
General Manager
This is the perfect island getaway for me in the Maldives. Only an hour away by speedboat, OBLU has everything you want from an idyllic island resort, a good variety of room types including over-water villas, a great selection of restaurants, beautiful beaches and amazing house reefs for a few extra dives. If you want to add on 3 days or more, I highly recommend OBLU Nature Resort.
OBLU Nature Helengeli
How it works
We handle everything for you.
Adding a hotel to your liveaboard trip takes three steps. We do the work - you just tell us what you would like.
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Choose a hotel
Browse our recommendations above and send us an enquiry, or ask our team for advice if you are not sure.
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We confirm rates
Our reservations team checks availability and comes back to you with a quote for your dates. No obligation.
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Sorted
We book the hotel, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects with your liveaboard departure. One less thing to think about.
Common questions
Good questions, straight answers.
Everything you need to know about adding a hotel stay to your liveaboard trip.
Do you book the hotel for me?
+Yes. Once you choose a hotel and confirm the dates, our reservations team handles the booking directly. You do not need to book separately through a third-party site. We work with these hotels regularly and can often secure better terms than booking independently.
What about airport and liveaboard transfers?
+In the Maldives we arrange your transfer from the airport to your hotel and from the hotel to the liveaboard departure point. Several of the hotels listed also include their own complimentary airport transfers. Onward arrangements (resort speedboats, return flights) we'll talk through when we confirm your booking.
Can I book a hotel at both ends of my trip?
+Absolutely. Many of our guests book a one-night stay before departure and a few nights at a resort afterwards. Just let us know your plans and we will put together a complete package. You can mix and match different hotels for before and after.
Can I change or cancel my hotel booking?
+Cancellation and amendment policies vary by hotel. We will confirm the specific terms when we send you the quote. In most cases there is a free cancellation window. If your liveaboard trip changes, we will help you adjust the hotel booking to match.
What if my flight is delayed?
+All of the hotels we suggest have 24-hour front desks and are accustomed to late arrivals. If your flight is significantly delayed, let us know and we will notify the hotel on your behalf. This is one of the advantages of booking through us rather than independently.
Interested? Speak to our team.
We can help you find the right hotel for your dates, arrange transfers, and make sure everything connects smoothly with your liveaboard departure.
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