Maldives is notorious for being really expensive. Were talking about approximately USD800-1200 a night for these gorgeous luxury resorts. But dont strike it off your bucket list just yet! Its possible to visit Maldives and not go broke with these 5 accomodations which are relatively cheaper at USD100-200 a night. Plus, these accomodations are on local islands so youll be able to have an authentic Maldivian experience at an affordable price! Time to start planning your next beach getaway with your friends and families .

Just in case youre wondering, heres why Maldives should be on your travel list!

Note: The prices of the accomodations are based on our Agoda search for the period of 22-26 February 2016. Also, the accomodations are situated on local islands where halal food is?available and alcohol is prohibited. But we encourage our readers to confirm before dining there!

Aveyla Manta Village

Aveyla Manta Village beachfront hotel

Located in the heart of?Maldives only UNESCO marine biosphere reserve, this beachfront hotel offers magnificient views of the crystal blue waters. Best of all, this accomodation is just a short ride from Hanifaru Bay, one of the best diving and snorkelling spots in the world as youll be able to get up close with the?spectacular manta rays (only from June to November)!

Aveyla Maldives

Price: From USD 122.39

#HHWT tip: Choose the seafront view room if you are willing to spend a little more, its worth it!

Crystal Sands Beach Hotel

Crystal Sands Beach Hotel is situated really near the ferry terminal, so youll be able to get to your hotel very conveniently if youre taking a ferry from the airport. If you dont want to worry about your meals during your trip, Crystal Sands Beach Hotel offers a half-board or full-board option too!

Price: From USD 135

Kaani Beach Hotel

With its prime location, youll want to stay in Kaani Beach Hotels beautiful Maldivian style seaview rooms! The hotel offers various activities such as snorkeling trips, diving trips, dolphin cruises, fishing trips and more!

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Kaani Beach Hotel

Price: From USD 105

#HHWT tip: ?Request for a room on the second floor facing the beach, youll want to watch the sunrise and sunset!

Arena Beach Hotel

Arena Beach hotel is known for its attentive staff that goes the extra mile and the reasonably-priced dinner buffet under the stars! The hotel also organizes daily snorkeling and fishing trips, as well as resort excursions.

Arena Beach Hotel

Price: From USD 110

#HHWT tip: Choose the sea-view rooms if possible!

The Barefoot Eco Hotel?

Okay, we cheated because this hotel is more than USD 200 but we had to include it because its really value for money! Located on an almost untouched forest on Hanimadhoo island, this relatively new eco hotel is framed by turqoise waters and a gorgeous half-mile long sandy beach. With delicious buffets helmed by the hotels Italian chef, youll definitely be well-fed at Barefoot Eco hotel! Plus, as the name suggests, youre more than welcome to go barefooted anywhere in the hotel .

The Barefoot Eco Hotel

#HHWT tip: The Barefoot Eco Hotel has a conservation center with resident marine biologists so we highly recommend embarking on diving/snorkelling trips with them!

The Barefoot Eco Hotel Dolphin Tours

Barefoot Eco Hotel

Price: From USD 245.92

BONUS

It is possible?to stay at a more luxurious resort and at a cheaper price if you make your bookings early! The peak season in Maldives is usually from December to May due to the dry weather so if youre thinking of heading there during this period, start searching for your accomodation now.

During our search on Agoda for the period of 22-26 Feb 2016, here are some of resorts which?are heavily discounted: