rest, reset and return to the ocean

At South Ari Sanctuary, accommodation is more than a place to sleep it’s part of the experience. Located on Dhangethi Island in South Ari Atoll, our rooms offer a peaceful retreat designed for ocean lovers, divers, and travelers who value comfort, simplicity, and authenticity.

After long days exploring coral reefs, swimming alongside whale sharks, or island hopping under the sun, this is where you slow down.

Stay & Dive Experience

One Stay. One Ocean. One Seamless Experience.

Combine your accommodation with our curated dive and excursion packages for a complete South Ari Atoll adventure. Dive with certified local professionals. Emmersing through ethical whale shark and manta ray encounters, a stress-free planning and personalized experiences.

Everything flows better when it’s all in one place.

Your Island Stay

Our accommodation blends modern comfort with the relaxed rhythm of island life. Thoughtfully prepared rooms provide everything you need to unwind, recharge, and feel at home without distractions, noise, or unnecessary excess.

Wake up to warm sea air, walk to the beach within minutes, and return each evening to calm, quiet comfort.

This is Maldives living unfiltered and intentional.

Room Features & Amenities

Each room is thoughtfully designed to balance comfort and functionality, giving you a space that feels both welcoming and practical. Step inside and you’ll find cool air-conditioning, a private bathroom with a refreshing hot shower, and bedding dressed in crisp, fresh linens. Daily housekeeping keeps everything spotless, while complimentary Wi-Fi ensures you stay connected with ease. Fresh towels are always ready, and for divers, convenient storage space makes gearing up simple. Best of all, you’re just moments away from the beach and dive center, so the ocean is never far from reach.

Simple. Clean. Everything that matters for a perfect stay.

Front view of a white building with a sign that reads 'South Ari Sanctuary' featuring a pelican logo, surrounded by a curved wall with plants, a thatched roof hut, and trees in the background.
A modern outdoor patio area at dusk with sliding glass doors, potted plants, and wall-mounted lights illuminating the space.
People socializing on a backyard patio area with luggage and palm trees at dusk.
Modern bedroom with a bed, nightstands, and a black slatted accent wall, illuminated by wall-mounted lights and a ceiling fan with wooden blades.
A modern hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a remote and phone, a wall-mounted TV, a ceiling fan, a desk with a chair, a mirror, bottles of water, and luggage near the door.
Modern bathroom with toilet, sink, mirror, towels, and walk-in shower with rain showerhead.
A neatly made hotel bed with two white pillows, two towel swans with blue stripes, and a blue runner on top, in a room with dark panel accent wall and wooden nightstands.
Modern bathroom with toilet, small sink, and oval mirror on beige tiled wall.
A modern hotel room with a bed covered in white and navy bedding, bedside table, and a mirrored closet. The room has wood and black vertical striped accent wall, with ceiling lights illuminating the space.
A bed with two pillows, decorated with two blue and white towels folded into intricate shapes, in a hotel room with wood-paneled black headboard, bedside tables, and modern lighting.
View of a modern, minimalistic bedroom with a bed, ceiling fan, and soft lighting, seen through a sliding glass door at night.