Avyanna Gulhi Beach Hotel
Guests arrive by speedboat across turquoise waters to find white-sand shores and overwater bungalows waiting on Chaandhaneemagu Beach.
Avyanna Gulhi Beach Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Gulhi, Maldives, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Malé International Airport (MLE), 25 minutes. Best months: February, March, June, December.
About Avyanna Gulhi Beach Hotel
Guests arrive by speedboat across turquoise waters to find white-sand shores and overwater bungalows waiting on Chaandhaneemagu Beach.
At Avyanna Gulhi Beach Hotel, your wedding unfolds steps from the Indian Ocean, where 80+ staff members coordinate every detail from ceremony setup to midnight celebrations.
Expect pristine beaches, direct water access, and the kind of service that makes guests return year after year.
Ask about a date.
Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We stayed at Avyanna for 5 days in early January and had the best time! We were in touch with Vidura even before we reached and he was extremely helpful. The rooms were clean and comfortable and the view was spectacular!
Sara · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MLE, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Chaandhaneemagu Beach in Gulhi, Maldives with direct oceanfront access
- 4.8/5 Google rating from verified guests
- Accommodates up to 150 guests across multiple venue spaces
- On-site dining with freshly caught seafood and customizable menus
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00Guest arrival via speedboat; check-in and welcome reception
- 16:00Ceremony on beachfront platform facing sunset
- 18:30Cocktail hour with ocean views
- 20:00Seated dinner reception under starlit sky
- 10:00Brunch gathering; water activities available
- 15:00Guest checkout and departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MLE · 25 minutes
Guests fly into Malé International Airport.
- Typical total
- $25,000-60,000Aisle estimate
Prices vary by season and customization level. All-inclusive packages available. Alcohol and premium spirits cost additional.
See the full figure+
$25,000-60,000 for 50 guests, 3-night wedding
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500-2,500Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
- Reception
- $150-250 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
- Room rate
- $400-1,200 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
- Weather window
- February – March, June, December
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 664-0089
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
What's included in wedding packages?+
Ceremony setup, reception space, catering, basic décor, and coordination services. À la carte upgrades available for photography, florals, and entertainment.
Can we hold both ceremony and reception on the beach?+
Yes. The hotel offers beachfront ceremony spaces and covered reception areas that accommodate weather changes while maintaining ocean views.
How many guests can stay on-site?+
The hotel has 50+ rooms including beachfront villas and overwater bungalows, ideal for multi-day destination weddings.
Do you provide wedding planning services?+
Yes. The hotel's dedicated wedding team handles vendor coordination, timeline management, and day-of logistics.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.