The number of tourist accommodation establishments operational across the Maldives, has dropped even further.
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 April 16, the number of operational tourist accommodation facilities across the Maldives sat at 1,155. The guesthouses span across 108 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 April 16, 97 percent of the beds were in operation.
Presently, a total of 62,083 tourist beds are in operation across these facilities, which include 175 resorts, 809 guesthouses, 15 hotels, and 156 live-aboard vessels.
The beds operational across these facilities include 43,147 in resorts, 2,038 in hotels, 13,772 in guesthouses, and 3,126 in live-aboard vessels.
The island nation continues to expand its tourism infrastructure, offering a diverse range of options for zealous travelers worldwide, with 1,155 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.