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Equator Village

3.5 star property
Beachfront hotel with calming spa services

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Equator Village

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Bar (on property)
Lobby

Overview of Equator Village

Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

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Gan Island, Addu Atoll, Gan Island
  • AirportGan Island (GAN-Gan Intl.)2 min walk
  • Popular LocationGan Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationAddu Nature Park26 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, Garden Area

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Garden Area

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard room with 20% Off on Beverages, Excursion and SPA

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard room with 20% Off on Beverages, Excursion and SPA

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Gan Island

At Equator Village, you'll be 0.9 km (0.5 mi) from Gan Beach and 18.8 km (11.7 mi) from Addu Nature Park. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages and body scrubs. The buffet restaurant, Blue Lagoon Restaurant, serves international cuisine. At the hotel's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site outdoor tennis court, kids' swimming pool and pool loungers. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights in the vicinity of this 3.5-property class Gan Island hotel include Hulhudhoo Harbor and Huludu Lagoon Beach.

What's nearby

  • Gan Beach - 10 min walk
  • Addu Nature Park - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Gan Island (GAN-Gan Intl.) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • Palm Village - 15 min drive
  • South Land Restaurant - 1 min walk
  • Ice Shack - 13 min drive
  • Q - Corner - 15 min drive
  • BANQUET - 12 min drive

About this property

Equator Village

Beachfront hotel with calming spa services
Some rates at Equator Village are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Equator Village offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Equator Village. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Gan Island hotel.

  • 78 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1999
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Equator Village offers 78 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include an iron/ironing board.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include facials, body scrubs and body treatments.

Languages

English, German, Hindi, Italian, Russian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi; wired internet (USD 4 per hour)

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blue Lagoon Restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 75 minutes via a flight to Gan International Airport (GAN), and then 10 minutes by shuttle to the resort. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 3 days before their expected arrival. Guests must pay the domestic flight fee and the shuttle fee at checkout.
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 12-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Equator Village

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 58.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 40
  • Christmas Eve (24 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 6.00 per person, per night
  • Aeroplane transfer per adult: USD 150.89 (return)
  • Aeroplane transfer per child: USD 150.89 (return), from 2 to 11 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 119.26 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for wired Internet in public areas: USD 4.00 per hour (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 58.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Equator Village
Equator Village Resort Gan Island
Equator Village Resort
Equator Village Gan Island
Equator Village Hotel Gan
Equator Village Seenu Atoll
Equator Village Maldives/Gan Island
Equator Village Hotel Gan Island
Equator Village Hotel
Equator Village Hotel
Equator Village Gan Island
Equator Village Hotel Gan Island

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Equator Village?

Equator Village offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Equator Village?

As of 2 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Equator Village on 10 May 2024 start from NZ$187.50, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Equator Village?

Yep, Equator Village has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Equator Village?

Yep, Equator Village is a short 10-minute walk from Gan Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Equator Village?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Equator Village. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs, facials and body treatments.

Does Equator Village have a pool?

Equator Village has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Equator Village a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Equator Village.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Equator Village?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Equator Village?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Equator Village?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Equator Village?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Equator Village Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

FRANCIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Ravi Kumar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Satisfactory for the price
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Staff were lovely. Food was very good and good variety. The only thing that was a little misleading is the free trips. It mentioned that for all inclusive guests there is a free island hopping boat tour And snorkelling tour. For the island hopping technically this is true, it’s is free, but it only runs twice a week on the two days that has flights coming in and out of the airport. Because of this unless you are staying for more than one week you can’t go on it because it is only run on the day you arrive and the day you leave. And you cannot go on another trip in exchange. The free snorkelling tour is unguided and therefore only recommended for experienced snorkelers. And you have to hire snorkelling gear at a cost. Which overall didn’t end up making that much difference to our stay - but to advertise two free boat tours included for all inclusive gusts just feels a bit dishonest when we found we couldn’t actually go on either of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise on a low cost budget
Before I begin...if you are the type of person that picks holes at every opportunity, then it’s not for you. The room is basic....1 small wardrobe with half a dozen plastic coat hangers and nowhere to place folded items, but you improvise. Leave them in your case. The bed is large and comfortable. The en-suite bathroom is spacious and the shower has plenty of hot water. The air conditioning is good and it is left on day and night. The food is excellent. We are both Vegetarians, but the meat dishes looked tasty and they had a variety of different choices daily. We absolutely loved the soups. The beach is small, but very safe and ideal for snorkelling. There’s no shortage of sun loungers and you can safely leave your towels, books etc unattended whilst you go for lunch. The pool is large and kept very clean. Most of the pool is kept to a depth of 1.4 metres, but at one end it is closer to 2 metres. With the all inclusive package you can more or less get a drink from 9am until midnight. The daily snorkelling trips and the once weekly island hopping trip is all part of the package. This place is popular with Eastern Europeans as they know a bargain when they see one. Many told me they have been coming every year for the past 10 years. We are going to go for two weeks every year from now on. This is not 5 star luxury. There are plenty of those to choose from in the Maldives if you don’t mind paying £500 pounds a night.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

wong

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Peaceful little island
Its a nice peaceful stay for us, the all inclusive package definitely worth the shot. There's not the typical Maldives expensive resort you seen on TV, but everything is there for and adequate with friendly staff and service with smile. Gan island is a quiet easy island to spent a few days, enjoy the hospitality from little island just south of equator.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed before on two occasions, some refurbishment has been carried out since the new management took over a year ago. To the good the pool area looks great and has had new tiles and a lick of paint . The lack and condition of the steps to get out of the pool needs addressing . Also the bar service is somewhat slow but then we are on holiday. All in all a lovely place to see the real Maldives
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Firstly, let me say that this is (or was) my favourite hotel in the Maldives and that the ordinary staff, cleaners, barmen, waiters gardener etc. are extremely hardworking and courteous. However the hotel is suffering from sever mismanagement from the top. The beautiful old pool bar has been vandalised to the point of destruction leaving it unsafe and unusable in poor weather. the wooden steps to the beach are rotted to the point of one of the steps breaking under a 70 year old female guest leaving her badly shaken and bruised but miraculously not seriously . The beautiful gardens are a shadow of their former self, looking overgrown and neglected, we even had to tie back the undergrowth to gain access to our room!! If you are a non-smoker, be aware that smoking is rife in the bars (including the swim-up pool bar
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Kah Kay

Good transit hotel for Gan Airport
The hotel is a good transit hotel if you have an early morning flight to catch from Gan Airport after having spent your other days in other resorts. Otherwise it is a very basic 3-star hotel with only one restaurant. Breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets are at US$18.50 per person.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019