The main reason why the Maldives are expensive is because of the high cost of real estate, high taxes imposed on foreigners and tourists and that just about everything is imported. ... Travelers think that the Maldives is expensive but really, it's mostly the accommodation that breaks your bank.

Is it expensive to visit Maldives?

How much does it cost to travel the Maldives on a budget? As little as $50 a day. As a budget traveler, you can expect to spend $30 a day on a private room in a guesthouse; $10 a day on food; and $10 a day on activities. But there are, of course, ways to do it even cheaper.

Is Maldives cheap or expensive?

Prices do drop quite a lot in the wet season - say May to November - but the Maldives is still expensive. It is not just the cost of accommodation but also the cost of food and drink. Then there are taxes and service charges which can add 20% to the cost of food and drink and other services.