Phone calls to the U.S. from hotel cost from USD7.00 to USD10.00 per minute. Although we did have confirmations, we found ourselves being moved to another, related hotel, or even pushed into rooms without AC, etc. Be prepared to argue and there may not be ready alternatives. Local Maldivian tour agencies purchase large blocks of rooms a year or more in advance in order to provide their clients with lodging while transiting to various resort islands. The hotels prefer to give their rooms to the agencies which represent continued and repeat business.
All individuals are responsible to make their own lodging arrangements.
If you believe your funding will be approved, do not wait until you receive funding confirmation to arrange your lodging. It is very important that you make your room reservations now because of the scarcity of rooms. All vendors accepted Master Card, Visa, and some accepted American Express. You can guarantee your lodging on a credit card, but be aware that you must cancel the reservation if you do not use it. Attached bath available.