Accommodation in Malé can be quite expensive; so if you're on a budget, Skai lodge is an absolute steal. I think it's rated something like a 2.5 star hotel.. but honestly, there is nothing wrong with this place. No, it doesn't have that modern, cutting-edge appeal like Hotel Jen or the Somerset Hotel, but it's leagues ahead of other budget accommodation options.

It really isn't dirty or dilapidated like you'd expect for a lodge. Rather, the rooms are clean, well maintained and are larger than the average guesthouse in Malé. No problems whatsoever with any of the lights, room locks, having a hot shower, toilet flushing, using the television or even the Wifi.

The staff that work here are a standout. At check-in I was greeted with smiles. I was then escorted to my room by a servile gentleman who carried my luggage. Reception answered my calls promptly and were very helpful. The service at breakfast was polite. I was very content with the food.

For what I paid, this place has no compromises. The convenience of the location near the pier and artificial beach is also a bonus. Super happy with my stay. I'll be back.

Regards, Christopher.

Spent a night here before heading off to islands.
Room is very spacious. Reasonably clean. Air con works well. But the room stinks of old damp furniture. Shower water is essentially cold and not heated.
Overall acceptable as it is conveniently located near the pier.

This is literally a lodge. We took this place due to cheap since it is for a short stay. We will leave to different island next day.

However we give this lodge extraaa points! We enjoyed our stay.

1. Staff
- Good Customer Service always win the guests heart.
- They are very friendly and we felt very welcome. Being helpful is definitely a plus point.

2. Room
- Spacious for the price
- Clean
- Minus point on toilet seat broken, and mosquito
- The bed is hard. But still I had a good sleep
- There is aircond and fan
- Hot shower

3. Hotel
- No lift. Yet their staff will help to carry your bags.
- Descent breakfast. Not a big spread. We do enjoyed it. Few small portions of fruits (papaya, apple, orange, banana), omelette, sausage, toast bread, orange juice, coffee, tea. Good enough!
- They sell drinking water MVR22 for a big bottle. The one in airport is MVR20. So no need to find outside. Very convenient.
- The staff helped to call Taxi for us to go to Vilingili Terminal. Within 10 mins its ready in front of the lodge.