Jen Maldives Male by Shangri-La

We reached Male late at night, so it made financial sense and was also a safer option to stay in Male for the night and continued our journey to the island resort in the next Morning. We chose Jen, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The hotel is like 15mins drive from the airport. They offer airport transfer on both directions. Walking out of the arrival hall, we were greeted by the hotel driver/staff, which was seamless. We had the executive room, which was quite spacious. The toilet and showering were in separate rooms. The building and rooms were a bit dated, but very clean. The bed and pillows were clean and comfortable. We had no complaint at all. The morning breakfast buffet was at lvl1. It is not sumptuous, but has decent spread including bread, porridge, some warm and cold dishes. The hotel also has a swimming pool and gym on the roof. After breakfast, the hotel sent us back to the jetty where we found and boarded the island resort speed boat. Overall, it's a pleasant stay and trouble free. IMO, this hotel is a good choice for Male layover.

We reached Male late at night, so it made financial sense and was also a safer option to stay in Male for the night and only continued our journey to the island resort in the next Morning. We chose Jen, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The hotel is like 15mins drive from the airport. They offer airport transfer on both directions. Walking out of the arrival hall, we were greeted by the hotel driver/staff, which was seamless. We had the executive room, which was quite spacious. The toilet and showering were in separate rooms. The building and rooms were a bit dated, but very clean. The bed and pillows were clean and comfortable. We had no complaint at all. The morning breakfast buffet was at lvl1. It is not sumptuous, but has decent spread including bread, porridge, some well-prepared warm and cold dishes. The hotel also has a swimming pool and gym on the roof with a terrific coastal view. After breakfast, the hotel sent us back to the jetty where we found and boarded the island resort speed boat. Overall, it's a pleasant stay and trouble free. IMO, this hotel is a good choice for Male layover.

Great pool and friendly reception desk staff.

As hotel is near to airport, a complimentary airport pick up / drop off service is available. Handy and good. Hotel foyer is small for this grade of hotel chain. Reception staff was all very nice and courteous. Late check out NOT feasible here. Even though you check in late !. Should be relabelled as air crew hotel...stewardesses seen daily in reception areas in big groups. Rooms...in dire need of renovation and upgrade. Air con needs cleaning and maintenance. Room given was dingy + moist stale smelling and changed to a more spacious room (Make sure you get the room you ordered, not an alternative on check-in). Otherwise, good shower/ bed/amenities/ TV/ lost of sockets/ lighting/glass water bottles. New updated rooms are the best - less stale smell; fresher outlook. Room windows - do not open. Ask for sea/ pier view. Breakfast has a good choice and it is fresh and very filing. Service is good. Room service is variable but good. Enthusiastic and polite and they actually enjoy their work. Roof top pool. What a view from here! Azura restaurant - top floor - overpriced and self added fees in bill. Use other local restaurants. All tourists must remember that there is an additional ~26% tax to pay by all tourists! Feels like being punished for visiting this Island.

The communication is smooth, response is efficient, easy access to all local attractions. The staff tries their best to understand my needs and provide a memorable experience. Check google review for restaurant recommendations!

The shower is not strong enough and is a bit leaky.