Title: Equator Village - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Equator Village Beachfront comfort, an outdoor tennis court ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/37886a8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/9b8ce302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/2fb06393.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, scuba diving](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/e8ebbafb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/d9ccdbb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Equator Village offers a peaceful oceanfront escape with beach access. Relax by the pool, book spa treatments, or find a quiet garden spot. The Blue Lagoon Restaurant serves international dishes, and high-speed WiFi keeps everyone connected. Guests love it! 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Spa - All-inclusive - 24/7 front desk - Pool - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=9990499&PinnedHotelID=9990499&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/f2916f15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Ceiling fan - 484 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### Superior Room - Sleeps 3 ![1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/10000000/9990500/9990499/45562814.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Room - Sleeps 4 ### Standard Room - Sleeps 3 ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGan-Island-Hotels-Equator-Village.h9990499.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FGan-Island-Hotels-Equator-Village.h9990499.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-0.69926%2C73.15465&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bISMgXQpR6iu5O4I05iGqt1OKkE=) Gan Island, Addu Atoll, Gan Island #### What's nearby - Gan Beach - 7 min drive - 2.8 km - Addu Nature Park - 23 min drive - 17.4 km - Meedhoo Ferry Terminal - 48 min drive - 33.3 km - Huludu Lagoon Beach - 49 min drive - 33.6 km - Koagannu Park - 50 min drive - 33.9 km #### Getting around - Gan Island (GAN-Gan Intl.) - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Palm Village - ‬15 min drive - ‪City Bend - ‬10 min drive - AIA Cafe’ - ‪Haruge Cafe' - ‬16 min drive - ‪Q - Corner - ‬15 min drive ## About this property ### Equator Village Hotel by the ocean At Equator Village, you can look forward to a poolside bar, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. With amenities like a beachfront location and scuba diving, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Treat yourself to a facial, a massage, or a body scrub at the onsite spa. The on-site buffet restaurant, Blue Lagoon Restaurant, features international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and laundry facilities. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers - Free self parking - Bike rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Express check-out, express check-in, and a front-desk safe Room features All 78 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Extra conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and bidets - Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels - Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and electric kettles ### All-inclusive details All-inclusive room rates at Equator Village are available. 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wired internet (USD 4 per hour) ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip 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 - Housekeeping (daily) - 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 elevator ### More - Built in 1999 - Designated smoking areas - Reception hall ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Minibar - Refrigerator ### 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 available Express check-in available Minimum check-in age: 15 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must transfer via airplane 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 at the property For any questions, 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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 40 - Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 20 (from 2 to 11 years old) - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 50 - New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 25 (from 2 to 11 years old) - A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age. - Airplane transfer per adult: USD 386 (roundtrip) - Airplane transfer per child: USD 307 (roundtrip), from 2 to 11 years old - Additional fee for children (from 12 years old to 17 years old): USD 111.53 per person, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for wired internet in public areas: USD 4.00 per hour (rates may vary) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### 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 ### Does Equator Village have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Equator Village? > As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Equator Village on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $144.49, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Gan-Island-Hotels-Equator-Village.h9990499.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Equator Village pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Equator Village? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Equator Village? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Equator Village? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Equator Village provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Are there all-inclusive benefits at Equator Village? > Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive. ### Where is Equator Village located? > Nestled on the beach, this Gan Island hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Gan Beach and 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Addu Nature Park. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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