Turquoise Residence by UI is a budget guesthouse in Hulhumalé, about a 15-minute drive from Velana International Airport (MLE).
THE ROOMS
The three-storey guesthouse, which has no lift, offers Superior and Deluxe rooms; most face the street, while some have a partial sea view.
FOOD & FACILITIES
An on-site restaurant serves halal Indian, Thai and barbecue dishes.
THE NEIGHBOURHOOD
Hulhumalé Beach is about a two-minute walk away, near the Ferry Terminal Park.
BEST FOR
Budget travellers wanting a beach-close base in Hulhumalé.
GOOD TO KNOW
As Hulhumalé is an inhabited island, no alcohol is served. Visa, Mastercard and Amex are accepted, and staff speak English, Hindi, Nepali, Sinhala and Punjabi. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00.