iCom Marina Sea View
Sea-view rooms on Maafushi, 28 km from Malé
A local-island guesthouse on Maafushi
iCom Marina Sea View is a 38-room guest house on Maafushi, one of the Maldives' most established local islands for independent travel. Rooms are en-suite with contemporary design, and several look directly out to sea from a private balcony. The property has an in-house restaurant, an elevator, and access to watersports. It works for couples, solo travellers, and families — room types range from a standard queen to a deluxe family suite. Public ferry and shared speedboat connections link Maafushi to Velana International Airport, about 28 km away.
The honest verdict
A straightforward, well-equipped guest house with sea views and watersports access on a local island, suited to travellers who want to explore Maafushi independently.
Best for
- Budget-conscious couples wanting sea-view rooms
- Families needing flexible room configurations
- Travellers keen on snorkelling and diving excursions
- Independent explorers based on a local island
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting an alcohol-serving resort
- Those wanting an overwater villa or private island
- Guests seeking a dedicated spa
Setting on Maafushi island
Maafushi is one of the Maldives' most accessible local islands, and iCom Marina Sea View sits centrally on it. The location puts the island's beach, cafes, and dive operators within walking distance, without the isolation of a remote resort.
Rooms and sea views
The guest house has 38 en-suite rooms across several categories. Sea-facing rooms come with a private balcony. Interiors are contemporary in style, with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and free WiFi as standard in the queen sea-view category.
Outdoor spaces and terrace
Guests have access to a sun terrace, outdoor furniture, a garden, a picnic area, and BBQ facilities. These communal outdoor areas give the property a more relaxed, open feel than a typical city stay.
Watersports and activities
The property has water sport facilities and lists snorkelling, diving, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing among its activities. A games room and bicycle rental round out the on-site options for active travellers.
Rooms & suites
Queen Room with Sea View
21 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Landmark view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Inside iCom Marina Sea View
Amenities at iCom Marina Sea View
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Towels/sheets (extra fee)
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Bedroom
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- View
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- BBQ facilities
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
Room amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Fold-up bed
- Clothes rack
Getting there
Maafushi is roughly 28 km from Velana International Airport. The standard connection is by public ferry or shared speedboat. The property also arranges speedboat transfers, so travellers who prefer a more direct arrival can coordinate that in advance. Journey times will vary depending on the service chosen.
The public ferry costs only a few dollars but runs on set days; a shared speedboat is typically $25–50 per person one way. The guesthouse usually arranges the speedboat — confirm days and fare.
On the map
iCom Marina Sea View holds a Google rating of 3.6/5 from 273 reviews. The highlights cited by the property include the sea views, the central Maafushi location, and free on-site parking. No specific review-theme counts are available for deeper breakdown.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get from Velana International Airport to iCom Marina Sea View?
The guest house is about 28 km from the airport. You can reach Maafushi by public ferry or shared speedboat. The property also arranges speedboat transfers directly — worth confirming at the time of booking.
What room types are available?
There are five room categories: Queen Room with Sea View, Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Sea View, Superior Twin Room with City View, Family Room with Sea View, and Deluxe Family Suite. The guest house has 38 rooms in total.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The property has an in-house restaurant. Room service is also available.
Can I do diving or snorkelling from here?
Diving, snorkelling, canoeing, windsurfing, and fishing are listed activities. These are arranged excursions — not independent shore dives — so plan to book through the guest house or local operators on Maafushi.
Is the property suitable for families?
Yes. There is a dedicated Family Room with Sea View and a Deluxe Family Suite for larger groups. Fold-up beds are available, which adds flexibility for family configurations.
Is alcohol available at the property?
Maafushi is a local island in the Maldives. Local islands are alcohol-free; alcohol is not served at the guest house.
What is the price range?
Rooms start from USD 139.93 per night for the Queen Room with Sea View. Prices for other categories will vary — check availability at the time of booking.
Is parking available?
Free private parking is available on-site, which is useful if you are arriving by private vehicle or if the property provides a transfer.
Are there outdoor spaces to use?
Yes. The property has a sun terrace, garden, picnic area, outdoor furniture, and BBQ facilities. These are shared spaces available to all guests.
Is there an elevator?
Yes, the property has an elevator, which is practical given the range of room types across different floors.
Is WiFi included?
Free WiFi is included in the rooms. There is also a shared kitchen and electric kettle available for guests who want to prepare their own drinks or light meals.
How do I book?
You can book directly through the property or via major booking platforms. For speedboat transfers or specific excursion requests, it is worth contacting the guest house directly ahead of arrival.