1,189 tourist accommodation establishments are currently operational across the Maldives.
This was revealed by the latest weekly statistics publicized by the Ministry of Tourism on Thursday.
As such, the ministry’s figures revealed that as of March 26, the number of operational tourist accommodation facilities across the Maldives sat at 1,189. The guesthouses span across 111 islands of 20 atolls, with hotels operational on nine islands of eight atolls and resorts operational across 175 islands of 19 atolls. 69 percent of the bed capacity is occupied by resorts, followed by 23 percent occupied by guesthouses, five percent by liveaboard vessels, and three percent by hotels.
The ministry revealed that as of March 26, 98.9 percent of the beds were in operation.
Presently, a total of 63,453 tourist beds are in operation across these facilities, which include 179 resorts, 838 guesthouses, 15 hotels, and 157 live-aboard vessels.
The beds operational across these facilities include 43,907 in resorts, 2,023 in hotels, 14,364 in guesthouses, and 3,144 in live-aboard vessels.
The island nation continues to expand its tourism infrastructure, offering a diverse range of options for zealous travelers worldwide, with 1,189 operational tourist accommodation establishments across the Maldives. From resorts and guesthouses to liveaboard vessels and hotels, these facilities span across numerous atolls, ensuring that visitors can experience the unique beauty of the tropical island paradise.
As tourism continues to grow, Maldives remains committed to maintaining its position as a premier destination in the global market and provide exceptional service and unforgettable experiences for travelers from around the globe.