Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives
Guests arrive by speedboat to this island resort in Male North Harbour, where they step onto pristine sand and into a venue designed around water views and tropical garden spaces.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives is a hotel destination wedding venue in Malé, Maldives, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE), 20 minutes by speedboat. Best months: February, March, June, December.
About Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives
Guests arrive by speedboat to this island resort in Male North Harbour, where they step onto pristine sand and into a venue designed around water views and tropical garden spaces.
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives offers multiple wedding settings, from beachfront ceremonies to indoor function rooms, each backed by on-site accommodations for your traveling party.
The 4.8-star rated property handles logistics, catering, and guest comfort so you focus on the celebration itself.
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 had an amazing stay at Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives and would like to thank the wonderful team who made our holiday so special.
Chamindra Rodrigo · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MLE, 20 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located in Male North Harbour, accessible by 20-minute speedboat transfer from Ibrahim Nasir International Airport
- Multiple ceremony and reception venues including beach settings, garden terraces, and air-conditioned banquet spaces
- 4.8 Google rating reflects guest satisfaction with service, food quality, and venue flexibility
- On-site accommodation for up to 150+ guests across multiple room categories and overwater bungalows
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- Throughout dayGuest arrival via speedboat transfers from airport; welcome lunch or dinner; ceremony rehearsal on beach
- 4:00 PMPre-ceremony photos and guest arrivals at beach pavilion
- 5:00 PMCeremony on beach overlooking lagoon
- 6:00 PMCocktail hour on garden terrace
- 7:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in banquet hall or outdoor pavilion
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures via speedboat
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MLE · about 20 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Ibrahim Nasir International Airport.
- Typical total
- $15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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$15,000–$35,000 for 50 guests including accommodation for 2 nights, meals, and basic coordination
- Ceremony fee
- $2,000–4,000Aisle estimate
Depending on guest count and time of year
- Reception
- $80–150 a headAisle estimate
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$80–$150 per person for catering and beverages
- Room rate
- $250–600 a nightAisle estimate
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$250–$600 per room depending on category
- Weather window
- February – March
The months the weather is kindest, with June and December mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 664-0055
Answered by the venue in local hours.
All-inclusive packages available. Transfers, photography, entertainment, and premium décor incur additional costs. Contact the venue directly for itemized quotes.
Questions about the venue
How do guests get to Cinnamon Dhonveli from the airport?+
Ibrahim Nasir International Airport (MLE) is the main entry point. From there, guests take a 20-minute speedboat transfer operated by the resort to reach the island property.
What wedding spaces does the venue offer?+
The resort has a beach pavilion for ceremonies, multiple indoor banquet halls for receptions, garden terraces, and overwater platforms. Capacity ranges from intimate 20-person gatherings to 150+ guest celebrations.
Can guests stay at the venue?+
Yes. Cinnamon Dhonveli offers in-house accommodation from standard rooms to overwater bungalows, allowing your wedding party to stay on-island for the entire celebration.
What is included in wedding packages?+
Packages typically include venue rental, catering and bar service, basic floral and table décor, ceremony coordination, and guest accommodations. Photography, entertainment, and specialized décor are usually available as add-ons.
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.