JA Manafaru Maldives

Maldives, Indian Ocean

Virgin rating

Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
One Bedroom Beach Suite
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunrise Water Villa
Andiamo Pool
Andiamo Pool
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunset Water Villa
Two Bedroom Grand Water Suite
Calm Spa
Kakuni Restaurant
Kakuni Restaurant
White Orchid Restaurant
Horizon Lounge
White Orchid
Ocean Grill
Cool Zone Kids Club
Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool
Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool
Beach Villa
Beach Villa
Beach Bungalow
Beach Bungalow
One Bedroom Beach Suite
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunrise Water Villa
Andiamo Pool
Andiamo Pool
Sunrise Water Villa
Sunset Water Villa
Two Bedroom Grand Water Suite
Calm Spa
Kakuni Restaurant
Kakuni Restaurant
White Orchid Restaurant
Horizon Lounge
White Orchid
Ocean Grill
Cool Zone Kids Club
Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool
Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool

The hotel

Fancy a trip to paradise? JA Manafaru, set in the Haa Alif Atoll on a private island, more than delivers. Offering luxurious beach and over-water villas, all with private outdoor pools and dedicated villa host, it’s nothing less than heavenly. Days can be as active or as lazy as you like — soaking up the sun by one of the two delightful swimming pools or visiting the Calm Spa, a hidden oasis of pure relaxation. Choose between Shirodhara or Ayurvedic treatments or experience a traditional Maldivian massage or healing ritual – bliss! A haven for couples, it’s also perfect for families too. There are water sports galore to get stuck into, including diving in the depths of the house reef if you’re a novice, or heading out to more challenging sites further afield. The kids also have their own Cool Zone — a place to play to their heart’s content! When it comes to dining, you’ve several options to choose from, including the award-winning White Orchid for special occasions, the Ocean Grill which is situated right by the water’s edge, or The Cellar which is located two and a half metres below sea level and offers an extensive selection of fine wines from all over the world. For stunning sunsets, head to the Horizon Lounge, grab a cocktail, sit back and enjoy!

Amenities

  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving
  • Tennis
  • Water Skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Kids Club
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Spa

Where is it

On a 35-acre tropical island situation on the northern tip of the stunning Haa Alif Atoll in the Maldives. On arrival, you will be met and escorted to a reserved area where you can enjoy complimentary refreshments, whilst waiting for your flight. Transfer from Malé International Airport: 50 minute domestic charter flight, followed by a 10 minute speedboat transfer.

Hotel information

84 bungalows, villas and suites. All with air-conditioning, private wooden deck with outdoor seating, flat-screen TV, telephone, complimentary WiFi Internet access, complimentary daily fruit and water, mini fridge, coffee maker, tea-making facilities, safe, hairdryer, iron and board, bathrobes and slippers. Beach Bungalows with plunge pool, open-air bathroom, and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 1 child.

Half Board (Dine Around): includes breakfast and lunch or dinner in operational outlets. Three 3-course menu for dinner or two-course lunch including water (JA Branded Water). Three courses are defined as one starter, one main course, and one dessert per guest.

Full Board (Dine Around): includes breakfast, lunch and dinner in operational outlets. Two 2-course lunch and three 3-course dinner, including water (JA Branded Water). Three courses are defined as one starter, one main course, and one dessert per paying guest.

All Inclusive (Dine Around): includes daily breakfast, 2-course lunch and 3-course dinner in designated operational outlets (3-courses are defined as one starter, one main course and one dessert per paying guest). A wide selection of beverages including wines, spirits, beers, cocktails, soft drinks, bottled juices and JA-branded drinking water available in operational venues during operational hours. The mini-bar will be replenished once per day. Some surcharges may apply for premium item or premium events. Beverage are available during operating hours of restaurants and bars.

Room upgrades

Sunrise Water Villas allow views of the colourful dawn breaking and views of the marine life through the glass floor panel, with private infinity pool, partially open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Sunset Water Villas with private pool and views to the west and the sun setting into the sea, with glass floor panel, private infinity pool, partially open-air bathroom and 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 3 adults.

One Bedroom Beach Suites with private infinity pool, large living room with DVD player, and separate en-suite bedroom, open-air bathroom, private sundeck and beach cabana with 1 king-size bed, sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Bedroom Grand Water Suite with private infinity pool, master en-suite bedroom with 1 king-size bed, and additional twin bedroom, sleeping maximum 5 adults.

Two Bedroom Royal Island Suites are on two storeys, with private pool, sauna, steam room and spa pavilion and treatment area, dining and living area, master en-suite bedroom with one king-size bed, and additional twin bedroom, sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

7 restaurants and bars: Kakuni (global cuisines, all-day dining), White Orchid & Teppanyaki (Asian fusion cuisine), Ocean Grill (meat and seafood, open for dinner), Andiamo Bistro (pizzas, pasta and salads by the main pool, open for lunch and dinner), Infinity Pool Bar (drinks and light snacks by the infinity pool), Veli Bar. The Cellar* (haute cuisine and award-winning 'wine cave', open for dinner). Dining by Design*. Complimentary ice-cream at Andiamo.

Live music and weekly karaoke at Veli Bar. Cinema under the stars*.

2 island pools. Calm Spa* with indoor and outdoor relaxation areas, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam rooms. Fitness Pavilion including fitness centre, stretching studio and yoga terrace. Complimentary non-motorised water sports (one hour, per day, per villa: Kayaks, stand up paddle boards and pedal boats). Water sports centre*. House reef snorkelling. Yoga pavilion. Tennis and badminton court. Coolzone kids club (for ages 3 years+). Hub for teenagers full of games and entertainment. Excursions* and experiences* (including snorkelling, local island excursions and castaway adventures). Designated villa bicycles (per person, per villa).

Complimentary WiFi. Laundry/dry-cleaning service*. 24-hour room service*. Babysitting service*.

* Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12.

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Incredible resort, we will be back again. Thank you Firdavs

Nov 6, 2024 Stav L

We had an amazing experience at Ja Manafaru, from the moment we landed in Male by the team. The resort is absolutely incredible. Our host Firdavs was the best, he was very accommodating, he provided an excellent and prompt service. Thank you
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful Days at the best resort

Nov 4, 2024 Jules V

We enjoyed wonderful Days at this amazing resort. It is the most exotic place, with many fish to see when you go snorkelling. We loved the variety of great food and drinks at the different restaurants. The water villa was beautiful decorated. The staff was so friendly and service was amazing!
Image of the Tripadvisor rating I was snorkeling everything in my water villa.I followed dolphins by speedboat at sunset time.Every meal are delicious!

Nov 3, 2024 Yu Y

This island are so nice with bright blue sea and all the things are great！ All guys are passion and patient for my mon,especially our housekeeper Linda! Due to my mother can't say English,Linda is very nice and full of passion to treat us.She booked every restaurant for us and pick up us go to everywhere about the resort.A unforgettable trip for… Read more
This island are so nice with bright blue sea and all the things are great！ All guys are passion and patient for my mon,especially our housekeeper Linda! Due to my mother can't say English,Linda is very nice and full of passion to treat us.She booked every restaurant for us and pick up us go to everywhere about the resort.A unforgettable trip for us ! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfection in everywhere !

Nov 2, 2024 heidib249

We have been to the Maldives many times, but without a doubt, this has been our best experience to date. We were greeted with a warm welcome from Resort Manager Jason and our outstanding Butler - Nishan who looked after our every need while we were there He was polite, answered all our messages with efficiency and was extremely helpful at… Read more
We have been to the Maldives many times, but without a doubt, this has been our best experience to date. We were greeted with a warm welcome from Resort Manager Jason and our outstanding Butler - Nishan who looked after our every need while we were there He was polite, answered all our messages with efficiency and was extremely helpful at booking dining options and picking us up. He had even made a welcome cocktail for us in our villa when we arrived - again service that is above and beyond. We had him on WhatsApp and he was available for our two week duration. He was super super nice and extremely accommodating. The over-sea sunset villa was spacious, well appointed and lived up to the description, with spectacular views of the setting sun. Nishan showed us around the villa and check in was done there in comfort and a drink in hand! Apart from the idyllic location, there were two things that really stood out - the staff and the dining. Firstly the dining. We had opted for the "dinearound all inclusive". As a vegetarian I have had a few less than ideal experiences in the Maldives but no such worries here. Each restaurant had two pages of vegan/vegetarian options and on the themed dining nights, Mark (food and beverage manager - what a guy!) and chef Santosh always made sure I was catered for - the food was always fresh and delicious. Shehan always brought us our favourite drinks with absolute professionalism and a lovely smile - a true gent and massive asset to the resort They went above and beyond to make sure I was well fed with the most amazing vegetarian dishes. There was a huge selection of good quality drinks available on the plan as well as champagne and cocktails of all descriptions. Don't miss the "cocktail masterclass" run by Chathura - great fun as well as being educational. Our skill at preparing cocktails has definitely moved up a notch! The staff across the resort were without fail friendly and helpful - nothing was too much trouble and they all knew our names ! We ended up feeling more a part of a family than the traditional guest-staff relationship. Our thanks go to Kudey for his help and recommendations as well as facts and figures about his native Maldives. Exceptional waiter indeed! Nizam for the copious stream of jokes! Shaad, Rosa, Pranita and Shehan for always looking after us. The Villa was exceptionally maintained by Amir with a new "towel animal" appearing daily and a beautiful creation on our large comfortable super king on our anniversary. Outstanding! Also big shout out to Kudey and Nizam for organising a beautiful and very special celebratory dinner on our last night for our wedding anniversary that was so kind and thoughtful of them and something we will never forget. Despite not having a 'house reef" the snorkelling off the Coral jetty (go left past the parasailing boat mooring) was very good. We saw thousands of fish of many different species, as well as rays, sharks and a daily turtle. The Spa is in beautiful surroundings and the massages heavenly! The house band were engaging and entertaining- they even let me jam in - superfun! All In all difficult to fault and definitely recommended. We would love to return one day as the memories made here will be with us for life Thank you to every single one of you at JA Manafaru you’ve got it right !!!! Read less
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Nov 1, 2024 Osama M

I had the best time of my life on the island and everything was planned and arranged accordingly. Villas were so clean and well arranged I would like to give a special thanks to Firdavs for his assessment and being so helpful and making things easy for us.