Clouds Beach Retreat L.Gan, Maldives
A barefoot beach stay beside Laamu's barrier reef
A local-island guesthouse on Gan
Clouds Beach Retreat sits on Gan Island in Laamu Atoll, about 1 km from Kadhdhoo Airport and directly fronting one of the longest stretches of unspoiled beach in the Maldives. Eight rooms across three types keep the place small and personal. The guest house runs an in-house restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with outdoor dining and romantic setups available on request. A free airport shuttle is included, and the barrier reef and aqua-blue lagoon are within reach for snorkelling and diving arranged through local operators.
The honest verdict
A small, barefoot beachfront stay with modern facilities, direct beach access, and a barrier reef close enough for day excursions.
Best for
- Couples wanting a sea-view room with a terrace
- Families needing interconnected accommodation
- Travellers prioritising direct beach access over resort scale
- Divers and snorkellers exploring Laamu's barrier reef
Maybe not ideal for
- Travellers expecting a large resort with multiple amenities
- Those preferring a short transfer from Malé
The beach and lagoon setting
The property sits directly on one of the longest unspoiled beaches in the Maldives. The aqua-blue lagoon and Laamu's barrier reef are just offshore, making the beachfront the main draw for anyone staying here.
Room types and scale
Eight rooms across three types: a 34 m² beachfront villa with a private porch, an 18 m² beach-level room with private beach access, and a 68 m² interconnecting family suite with direct ocean views. Interiors use natural tones throughout.
The in-house restaurant
The restaurant covers breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a menu spanning continental, vegetarian, Asian and American options. Outdoor dining is available on request, and the kitchen can arrange romantic dining setups for couples.
Garden and outdoor space
A garden sits between the rooms and the beach. Some rooms open onto it with a garden view; the sea-view room adds a private balcony and terrace directly facing the ocean.
Rooms & suites
Double Room with Garden View
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Queen Room with Sea View
16 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 large double bed
- Balcony
- Sea view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Terrace
Deluxe Family Room
18 m² · sleeps 4 · 1 extra-large double bed / 1 large double bed
- Garden view
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
Inside Clouds Beach Retreat L.Gan, Maldives
Amenities at Clouds Beach Retreat L.Gan, Maldives
Great for your stay
- Restaurant
- Private bathroom
- Air conditioning
- View
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle (free)
- Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linen
View
- View
Outdoors
- Beachfront
- Private beach area
- Garden
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
Getting there
Reaching Gan Island from Malé requires a domestic flight to Kadhdhoo Airport followed by a speedboat transfer, a journey of around 254 km in total. Once at Kadhdhoo, a complimentary shuttle covers the remaining kilometre to the guest house.
Expect roughly $150–400 per person round trip for the domestic flight + speedboat, arranged by the property. Confirm the fare when booking.
On the map
Clouds Beach Retreat holds a 4.9/5 Google rating across 17 reviews. The location is singled out as a top strength by recent guests. The beach access and personal scale of the property are consistent themes, and the free airport shuttle is frequently noted as a practical plus.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Clouds Beach Retreat from Malé?
The journey involves a domestic flight followed by a speedboat transfer, covering approximately 254 km. The property provides a complimentary airport shuttle for the final stretch from Kadhdhoo Airport, which is about 1 km away.
Is there a free airport transfer?
Yes. A complimentary shuttle runs between Kadhdhoo Airport and the guest house. The airport is roughly 1 km from the property, so the transfer is short.
What room types are available?
There are three types: a Deluxe Double Room (beachfront villa with private porch), a Deluxe Beach Front Room (beach-level with private beach access), and a Deluxe Family suite of two interconnected rooms with ocean views.
What are the room rates?
Rates start from around USD 131 per night for the garden-view double, USD 143 for the sea-view queen room, and USD 183 for the family room. Prices vary by season and availability.
Is there an on-site restaurant?
Yes. The in-house restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with continental, vegetarian, Asian and American options. Outdoor dining and romantic dining arrangements for couples are available on request.
Can I snorkel or dive from the property?
Laamu's barrier reef is accessible via arranged excursions with local operators. Snorkelling and diving trips can be organised through the guest house. Fishing and atoll excursions are also available.
Is the property suitable for families?
The Deluxe Family configuration connects two rooms and sleeps four, with direct ocean views. Family rooms are listed as a specific facility, and the beach setting is suitable for children.
What is the check-in and check-out time?
Check-in is from 11:00 and check-out is by 10:00.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is included throughout the property.
Is there a beach at the property?
The guest house is beachfront with a private beach area. It sits steps from one of the longest stretches of unspoiled beach in the Maldives.
What activities are available on Gan Island?
Cycling is possible on the island. The guest house can also arrange snorkelling, diving, fishing and excursions to local attractions within Laamu Atoll through local operators.
How many rooms does Clouds Beach Retreat have?
There are 8 rooms in total across three room types: three Deluxe Double units, four Deluxe Beach Front units, and one Deluxe Family interconnecting suite.