The Somerset Hotel

The hotel was a bit hard to find, but thankfully they offered airport pickup. I only realized how close it was to the bustling city center when I was out on a city walk. The room was very spacious; I booked a suite, and the sofa bed was actually a double. All the amenities were well-equipped. I also noticed that the bottled water in the Maldives is filtered locally, and the water quality is quite soft. Breakfast was decent; they had everything you could want, and the fruits and vegetables were much fresher than what I saw in the supermarket. There was also an à la carte menu available. Overall, it was a good stay.

The hotel is conveniently located near several attractions, including the fish market, national museum, and mosque, all within a five-minute walk. However, light sleepers should be cautious, as the surrounding environment can be noisy. Pigeon cooing, calls to prayer from nearby mosques, and construction noise significantly impact sleep quality. The hotel itself is older, and the facilities are quite dated. The minibar only offers complimentary water and tea bags. The bathroom lacks air conditioning, and the shower stall only has a curtain. The toiletries provided are of poor quality, so it's best to bring your own. On the bright side, it was relatively clean. Several power outlets were loose and didn't charge devices properly, requiring a travel adapter. There were no outlets near the bed. The sofa bed was sunken in the middle and very uncomfortable. The dining experience was subpar. The dinner buffet was awkward, with limited options, and the semi-open grill left a lingering smell on our clothes. Breakfast was a combination of à la carte and buffet. The à la carte options were quite good, but the buffet part was, again, disappointing. Our airport pickup took 15 minutes to arrive, and I paid an additional $15 for private transfer. The return trip to the airport was a shared, complimentary service.

✨ Amazing Experience at The Somerset Hotel in Malé, Maldives! ✨ Just got back from Malé and I have to rave about my experience! From landing at the airport to the hotel, and even dining and getting around, everything was so comfortable, I didn't want to leave. 🥰 🚗 Transportation & Getting Around The hotel's location is absolutely perfect! Whether you're heading to the pier for a speedboat to another island, or exploring Malé city, it's incredibly convenient. During this trip, whether it was the expansive roads on the sea bridge or the narrow streets of the city, taking a taxi was always smooth. The drivers were really friendly too, so I didn't have to worry about transportation at all. It's super friendly for first-time visitors to Malé! 🏨 The Somerset Hotel Service & Details I felt so welcomed as soon as I arrived! The front desk staff were incredibly enthusiastic and prepared welcome gifts for us. Even the envelope had my name printed on it – talk about attention to detail! The room was clean and tidy, with full amenities. The lounge area was tastefully decorated, and the corner with dried flower arrangements had a wonderful ambiance. Coming back to the hotel at night to unwind after a long day was truly therapeutic. 🍴 Dining Experience The hotel's restaurant was another fantastic surprise! - The seafood platter was incredibly generous! Crab, squid, mussels, clams... all fresh and plump. Paired with refreshing lemon and herbs, every bite was bursting with the taste of the sea. The portion was huge, easily enough for two people! - And then there was the local-style fried rice. The grains of rice were perfectly separated, complemented by tender chicken and a soulful spicy sauce. It was so fragrant, I polished off the entire plate! The side dishes like fries and grilled vegetables were also very flavorful, even the dipping sauce was so good I wanted to take it home. 😂 💖 Overall Impression Whether it was the convenience of transportation, the hotel service, or the dining experience, I couldn't find a single fault! Every day here was so relaxing and comfortable. It's an excellent choice for a transit or stopover in Malé. Next time I come to the Maldives, I'm definitely staying here again!

The hotel's location is great, convenient for both local markets and souvenir shopping, and very close to the pier. The service was excellent; airport transfers were smooth. There were plenty of breakfast options. Overall, I was satisfied.

Huge thanks to the hotel staff for waiting for us to arrive, despite our flight delay. The service and dining were both outstanding. Everything was perfect, except for the slightly small bed.

Everything about this hotel was outstanding, absolutely flawless! You can really tell that the management and every single staff member put a lot of thought and effort into every detail. For instance, the breakfast restaurant even had a Chinese menu specifically prepared, and the made-to-order dishes were delicious! The room was clean and tidy. I'll definitely be back! I'd also like to extend a huge thank you to the Front Office Manager and the lady on night duty for helping me track down a travel adapter I left at my previous hotel. They went above and beyond to assist me. Plus, the hotel is super close to all the main attractions, so I highly recommend it to everyone!

This hotel is conveniently located near a museum, and the service is professional, warm, and polite! Compared to other options in Malé, this is a relatively good and legitimate tourist hotel. The restaurant next door is also decent; we didn't want to risk trying other places, so we just ate there once.