Samann Grand is a premium hotel located in the heart of the Maldivian capital of Male island. Designed to mimic the ambience of a luxury boutique, the hotel certainly impresses aesthetically. Samann Grand is also known for its fine dining restaurant, The Cloud Restaurant. The restaurant is above the hotel and gives you a complete view of the Island. Because of its convenient location, the hotel is perfect for travellers who wish to see the city’s must-visit tourist attractions. The hotel has 26 rooms with a spectacular view of the ocean. The services and amenities provided by the hotel also are plenty and will be discussed below in detail.

Amenities in Samann Grand

1. 24-hour check-in
2. 24/7 front desk support
3. security round the clock
4. babysitting
5. coffee shop
6. Contactless check-in/out
7. currency exchange
8. daily housekeeping
9. designated smoking area
10. dry cleaning
11. express check-in/check-out
12. facilities for disabled guests
13. First aid kit
14. laundry service
15. luggage storage
16. Protective screens in common areas
17. private check in/check out
18. safety deposit boxes
19. watersports equipment rentals
20. water sports

Room Options At Samann Grand

The hotel features 26 beautifully designed rooms with a stellar view of the ocean. The different room options have been mentioned below.

• Deluxe Double or Twin with Ocean View and Balcony including Free return Airport Transfer
• Deluxe Double with Ocean View and Balcony including Free return Airport Transfer
• Super Deluxe Double with Ocean View and Balcony including Free return Airport Transfer
• Executive Suite with a private Balcony including Free return Airport Transfer.
• Samann Suite with a private Balcony including Free return Airport Transfer

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The Cloud Restaurant

The restaurant, situated at the top of Samann Grand, gives its guests a breathtaking view of the Male city. A la carte, as well as Buffet, is served at the restaurant. Known for its fine-dining experience and superb staff, the restaurant certainly impresses its guests. They cater to a wide variety of cuisines like American, Caribbean, Chinese, British, Indian, Italian, Malaysian, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Seafood, Steakhouse, Thai, Local, Asian, International and European. The guests can choose to visit the restaurant at a convenient time of their day and indulge in the fine dining experience offered by the Cloud Restaurant. It is open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and high tea. 7 am to 10 am is when the restaurant will host its breakfast buffet. The A la carte restaurant is open from 11.30 am to 11.30 pm.

Activities and Experiences at Samann Grand

Samann Grand is the best place to experience the activities that the island city offers. The hotel can help arrange recreational activities, including night fishing, snorkelling, sunset cruises, private picnic and island hopping. Water sports activities like paddle-boating, canoeing and jet skiing, can also be arranged. The various activities are discussed briefly below. 

SNORKELLING 

Two snorkelling sites are close to the hotel. One is named the Coral Garden and, the other one is called Fish Aquarium. The trip lasts 20 minutes and, even non-swimmers can participate in the activity under the guidance and supervision of trained professionals.

SANDBANK PICNIC

Sail to the nearest sandbank and witness a once in a lifetime experience. Surrounded by the ocean on all four sides, you can snorkel around the sandbank or enjoy a hot tub like experience in the turquoise waters or, you can even take away or pack lunch and enjoy your lunch on the sandbank.

SUNSET AND DOLPHIN CRUISE

Sail on a romantic cruise into the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean with dolphins surfing out in the water at the distance as the sun sets on the horizon. What more can one ask for in a romantic cruise.

ISLAND HOPPING

Witness the local culture and their habitat by going on tour to two islands close to the Male atoll maldives. Huraa island is just a 30-minute speed boat ride away. It is a place known for its cultural expression and the kindness of the locals. The other island is called Himmafushi, known for its local handicrafts and, shopping is a 15-minute ride by boat from the Huraa island. 

NIGHT FISHING

Bask in the picturesque sunset during the evening hours and try your hand at fishing the snaring snappers, emperors, jacks, squirrelfishes and the other reed denizens. You can also experiment different styles of fishing like the Maldivian style hand reel seabed fishing.

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Location

Samann Grand is just 1.9km from the Male airport, making it an easily accessible hotel option for guests. The convenient location of the property, close to the must-see tourist attractions of the city, also encourages you to choose this property. Checkout our Maldives Vacation to experience all these in real life.

FAQ

1. What is the Covid entry requirements for travellers to enter Maldives?
   A) All tourists, including the ones who are fully vaccinated, need to carry a negative RT-PCR test report, with samples taken at least 48 hours, and at most 72 hours, prior to departure. In addition, you need to submit an online health declaration form on the Maldives immigration portal 24 hours before arriving in the country.
2. Do I have to make a booking before I come for my holiday?
   A)Yes! You must have a confirmed booking at a registered tourist facility.
3. Do I need pre approval for visa to visit as a tourist?
   A) The visa is on arrival for all the tourist that are elegible to enter Maldives.
4. Can I visit different tourist establishments while on holiday?
   A)Yes, tourists are allowed to travel from one resort to another, from one guesthouse to another and from a resort to a tourist guesthouse and vice versa. For approval of inter-island travels, you have to get approval from Ministry of Tourism via splitstays@tourism.gov.mv