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JA Manafaru, Maldives

5.0 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

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3 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Beach/ocean view
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe
VIP Access

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • On private beach
  • All-inclusive
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is S$1,384
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 200 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
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Private pool
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LED TV
  • 135 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
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Individually furnished
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Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
  • 135 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 200 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Sunset Water Villa with Private Pool

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Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
LED TV
  • 135 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 377 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds

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Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
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Private pool
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LED TV
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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LED TV
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 660 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed

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Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
  • 830 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 9
  • 1 Double Bed

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Haa Alifu Atoll, Manafaru Island

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About this property

JA Manafaru, Maldives

Luxury resort near Medhafushi
Located close to Govvaafushi, JA Manafaru, Maldives provides 2 poolside bars, a beach bar and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Indulge in a Thai massage, a body wrap and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Asian cuisine. The 24-hour gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include parasailing, volleyball and scuba diving. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an art gallery on-site and designer shops on-site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and outdoor furniture
  • Concierge services, games and massage treatment rooms
Room features
All 84 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and private pools, in addition to perks, such as premium bedding and furnished patios.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, baby baths and children's slippers
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and eco-friendly toiletries
  • 42-inch LED TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and cookware/dishes/utensils

All-inclusive details

All-inclusive room rates at JA Manafaru, Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include on-site food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

All à la carte meals, snacks and select beverages included
Basic alcoholic drinks included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Snorkelling

Land activities

Cycling
Fitness facilities
Football
Tennis
Volleyball
Children's club

Lessons/classes/games

Bartending

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities
On-site live performances

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free dial-up internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Andiamo Bistro and Pool
  • Kakuni Restaurant
  • Ocean Grill
  • The Cellar
  • White Orchid Restaurant

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Farming classes
  • Fitness classes
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Kayaking
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Paddleboard
  • Parasailing
  • Pedal boat
  • Playground
  • Sail boat
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free cot
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Highchair
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Private pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Telescope
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Full-service spa

  • 9 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with satellite channels
  • Private pool

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
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Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
This property is accessible via domestic flight from Male’ (Velana International Airport) to Haa Alifu Atoll, followed by speedboat transfer (surcharge). Guests must contact the property at least 7 days in advance to arrange transfers (flight details, names as listed on passports, and dates of birth of guests are required). Changes are not permitted within 72 hours before check-in for international arrivals. Failure to contact the property in advance to provide required details and confirm availability of domestic flight and speedboat transfers may result in additional waiting time or an overnight stay in Malé at the guest's expense.
Guests may access the airline's lounge facilities at the airport before transferring to the Atoll on the day of arrival (schedule subject to change).
Domestic flight baggage allowances are 44 pounds (20 kilograms) per paying customer. Any luggage in excess of the allowance will only be carried if space is available and at the carriers’ discretion. The carrier reserves the right to offload luggage and transfer on the next available transfer as per their schedule.
All transfers are provided by third party carriers and may be subject to unexpected delays or changes.
Private seaplane charters may be available by prior arrangement with the resort (surcharge).
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival in Male and at the resort.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 100.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 515
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: USD 257 (from 12 to 17 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 695 per person (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 635 (return), (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 100.0 per night

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
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 any lifts
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

JA Manafaru
JA Manafaru Baarah
JA Manafaru Hotel
JA Manafaru Hotel Baarah
JA Manafaru Resort
JA Resort
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Hotel Haa Aliff Atoll
JA Manafaru
JA Manafaru, Maldives Resort
JA Manafaru, Maldives Manafaru Island
JA Manafaru, Maldives Resort Manafaru Island

Frequently asked questions

Does JA Manafaru, Maldives have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at JA Manafaru, Maldives?

As of 11 Mar,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JA Manafaru, Maldives on 19 Mar,2025 start from S$1,383.76, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is JA Manafaru, Maldives pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at JA Manafaru, Maldives?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at JA Manafaru, Maldives?

Checkout is at noon.

Does JA Manafaru, Maldives provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of USD 695 per person applies.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at JA Manafaru, Maldives?

Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.

Where is JA Manafaru, Maldives located?

This beachfront luxury resort is located in Manafaru Island, where regional attractions include Medhafushi, Govvaafushi and Utheemu Palace. Regional attractions also include Baarah Dock and Maldives Climate Observatory.

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JA Manafaru, Maldives Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 110 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

A masterclass in 5-star hospitality from start to finish.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Overall a very good experience with very nice and friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Gorgeous location. Amazing staff.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saqr

Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

I had an amazing experience at JA Manafaru. The people here take care of you from the moment you arrive at the airport, to the moment you get on the plane to leave. The staff felt more like family and friends than staff, taking care of every want and need. The food was amazing and the scenery was beautiful. This is an experience I would never forget! I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. I cannot wait to come back to this place. Thank you Mangal, Ibbe and Vipan for the wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Excellent and beautiful property. The staff, to include the General Manager, are very friendly, welcoming, and accommodating. The food and drinks are very good. I recommend getting the all inclusive with food or it can get expensive. The snorkeling on the island is amazing. The Ja Manafaru is a true paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Absolute paradise - complete perfection from beginning to end, hugely recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karlwin

Crystal clear ocean. Incredibly accommodating staff. A relaxation paradise!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pratik

Peaceful laid back resort. Amazing fine dining experience with receptive service. Food spread is posh, especially at theme nights. Presentation is very visually appealing. However, the a-la-carte menu is limited and the taste is not up to the level of the presentation. Not a lot of night life or night time activities. That is the main pain point. Everything shuts down by 6pm. There is not even an indoor/night swimming pool open after this time. This resort mostly targets people in their mid-late thirties or higher. Not for younger couples as much. Upon arrival, they insist you download the JA Manafaru app but this app misses critical features such as navigation. A suggested itinerary either by host or in the app would have been super useful but was missing. The water villa was very beautiful and the views were stunning. Mini bar was well stocked and included in the all-inclusive package. The ocean access ladder in water villas need to be better maintained. They were rusty and caused cuts and bruises when we tried getting in and out of the water. It rained for 2-4 hrs everyday during daytime during our stay. That’s when we realized that the resort has very little to do except dine when the weather is unfavorable. Water activities are limited.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrell

What is not to like. Even in the monsoon season it was paradise. The staff was so attentive without being overbearing. The food was delicious and the accommodations were superb. Thanks to Mangal, Umar, Nizam, Rosa, Paveen, Isse, Shaad and of course Coco for taking care of our every need.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell

The staff was Top notch. Nishan took care of our every need. Chef Moosa was the unexpected highlight of our stay. We had a wonderful culinary experience with him that we will never forget. The food was the best ive eve had. We went during monsoon season expecting alot of rain. The rain was not a hindering factor, just a few showers on and off and one day where ut rained all day. I highly recommend this resort to anyone wanting to escape life for a moment. As an extremely busy individual, this resort allowed me to reset and relax, which was exactly what i needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

We had the pleasure of staying for a duration of six nights and would have loved to have had the chance to extend our stay further. I had the pleasure of working with my personal attendant, Firdavs, who consistently demonstrated exceptional professionalism as well as a strong commitment to meeting my needs. He consistently went above and beyond to ensure that my requests were promptly addressed and taken care of. Victoria and Mark ensured a personalized experience for each guest. The water villas are truly impressive. The island provides a Maldivian ambiance, offering numerous home-like comforts. I will definitely return Dr. Brown
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

ENWEI

The overall feeling is unsatisfactory. At this price, it is really not worth it. Regardless of the cleanliness or frequency of room cleaning, it is not satisfactory. The butler has too many customers to serve and cannot take care of all the guests. Diving conditions were average. The wind and waves were too strong and there were almost no water sports. Unfortunately, this was an unsatisfying trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Ein Traum
Es war ein einmaliges Erlebnisse Die suite war traumhaft. Die fische im meer eine pracht Die Angestellten erfüllten jeden wunsch Die insel und die vegetion unbeschreiblich
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ehlimana

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

8/10 Good

peter

10/10 Excellent

Aninh

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rehana

This is a stunning property and is set up brilliantly for a relaxing stay, with gorgeous settings and lovely staff. Our host Rafu was exceptional - both polite, helpful and great with our toddler. The one area to improve is to be more proactive with arranging guest transfers. The island is located at the edge of the Maldives so transfers are less frequent and can be unsociable hours; we would have appreciated better upfront planning or at least notification of potential timing challenges. All in all, do pick this hotel as it is fabulous but ensure you know your plans in detail for transfers to avoid a bumpy set of discussions
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly

This property was AMAZING!! The staff was as friendly as can be. I stayed in one of the water bungalows, which was a top-notch accommodation. All the non-motorized water sports were included, the food was terrific, and the water and beaches were gorgeous. My only issue was they did not have the breakfast buffet, but you are able to order whatever you want for breakfast, and it's all included. Also, it is quite far from the Male airport. It takes an additional 3-4 hours to get from there to the island through a domestic flight (not the nicest transportation) and an hour long boat ride. However, it was all worth it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Sehr ruhig und exklusiv. Eine sehr gepflegte Anlage. Sunset Wasserbungalows sind fantastisch!
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Bonjour Nous avons été surclassé en Beach Suite Superbe Nous avons du écourté notre séjour du à la fermeture de l’aéroport de Colombo Départ le samedi 21 au lieu du 24 mars Le resort me propose un remboursement de 50%
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Great Place
Overall was an amazing time & great employees! That is besides the GM Karen who was unprofessional and did not fix 1 or 2 problems we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

2/10 Terrible

alyaa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
not going to that resort again
it should not be under five star, maybe four. The water villa was nice but the pool water was super smelly and the ladder/stairs going into the water was not safe- the screws were out and could fall off any minute. We asked for coconut water and were told we have to wait a day for them to provide it. Usually it is available at all times at other resorts and for free. At JA we they charge you for that. The food not so great, especially the presentation. They did not have so many options on the SPA menu too. Not worth going to that resort and it is 1.5 hrs on seaplane.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020