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9.6

246 reviews

JA Manafaru, Maldives

JA Manafaru, Maldives

Haa Alifu Atoll, Republic Of Maldives, Hanimaadhoo Island, 20012, Maldives

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Spa/Wellness packages

Kids' club

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

JA Manafaru, Maldives

JA Manafaru, Maldives is a 5-star resort located in Hanimaadhoo, Maldives. Address: Haa Alifu Atoll, Republic Of Maldives. It sits about 22.8mi from the city center and has 246 reviews. Prices start from $599 per night.

Featured amenities include Spa/Wellness packages, Kids' club (free), Snorkeling (free), Restaurant, Beachfront, Private beach area (free), Outdoor swimming pool (free), Kids' pool, Wifi (free), Fitness center (free), Water sports facilities on site (free), Steam room, Air conditioning (free), Live music/Performance (free), Beach umbrellas (free), Beach chairs/Loungers, Kids' meals (free), Playground, Terrace, 24-hour front desk, Non-smoking rooms, Garden, Bathtub.

Breakfast is offered, setting the stage for island adventures. Wake up to breakfast service and step into days built for sun, sea, and spa-inspired relaxation. A private beach area, beachfront location, and on-site water sports set the tone for memorable island experiences, while live music adds a relaxed evening vibe and a welcome touch for families with kids.

Dining at JA Manafaru reads like a mini culinary tour, with a lineup that spans International, Seafood, Asian, Italian, Japanese and more. Kakuni offers International flavors for a family-friendly vibe, while Ocean Grill shines with seafood and grill options in a setting that can feel romantic by the sea. White Orchid Restaurant blends Asian and International dishes with modern and romantic touches, and Andiamo Bistro and Pool serves Italian and Mediterranean favorites, including pizza. For a private night in or a special occasion, The Cellar provides International dishes in a traditional, romantic atmosphere, and In Villa Dining / Destination Dining delivers Local, Asian, and International fare on demand.

Wellness and seaside fun go hand in hand here. Spa/Wellness packages help unwind, complemented by a private beach area and a beachfront location perfect for long, sun-kissed days. On-site water sports facilities are free, snorkeling is complimentary, and an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, and steam room invite activity or relaxation at any pace. Evenings shimmer with live music/performances, while practical touches like beach umbrellas, chairs, and a terrace create a relaxed, family-friendly vibe.

A range of lodging options includes Villas and Water Villas, Bungalows, and Residence configurations to suit different group sizes and rhythms. Examples of on-site choices include Villa, Overwater; Water Villa, Pool View; Deluxe Villa, Beach View with Private Pool; and Bungalow, Beach View, among others. Non-smoking rooms are available, and a 24-hour front desk supports guests throughout the stay. Payment is flexible: cash is accepted, and Mastercard, American Express, Visa, and UnionPay cards are all welcome.

Closest airports

Hanimaadhoo International Airport

23.4mi

Most popular amenities

Spa/Wellness packages

Kids' club

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Water sports facilities on site

Steam room

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Kids' meals

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Rooms

Beach Villa with Private Pool in JA Manafaru, Maldives

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Villa, Beach View, Private Pool

1 Double Bed

2155 sqft

Bathtub

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Beach Villa with Private Pool Sitting on the beach, this cozy villa comes with direct access to the beach with a private beach cabana. The open-air bathroom leads to an outdoor sun deck, resting sala and a plunge pool. It can accommodate up to 3 adults and 1 infant. Added benefits for all guests include: - 1-hour per villa per day of free non-motorized water sport activity (canoeing, windsurfing or catamaran), subject to availability and weather conditions - Free rental of snorkeling equipment - Access to Children’s playground with pool (some activities are chargeable), recreation center and fitness center and all complimentary activities provided on the Island.

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Deluxe Villa Family, Beach View, Private Pool

1 King Size Bed

4305 sqft

Balcony

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Deluxe Beach Villa With Family Private Pool is 4306 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus balcony, terrace, desk, satellite tv , tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

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Residence Family Infinity, 2 Bedroom, Ocean/Pool View

1 King Size Bed

4060 sqft

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TWO BEDROOM OCEAN RESIDENCE WITH FAMILY INFINITY POOL is 4058 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus living room, desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

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Water Infinity, King Size, Pool/Sunset View

1 King Size Bed

1455 sqft

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SUNSET WATER WITH INFINITY POOL is 1453 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus terrace, desk, satellite tv , hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

Sunset Water Villa with Private Pool in JA Manafaru, Maldives

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Water Villa, Sunset View, Private Pool

1 Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1455 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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This well-appointed villa features a private infinity pool and a Maldivian swing. Offering views of the Indian Ocean, it also features a spa bathtub. Added benefits for all guests include: - 1-hour per villa per day of free non-motorized water sport activity (canoeing, windsurfing or catamaran), subject to availability and weather conditions - Free rental of snorkeling equipment - Access to Children’s playground with pool (some activities are chargeable), recreation center and fitness center and all complimentary activities provided on the island. *For safety reasons, children under 12 years old are not recommended to stay in this villa.

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Water Villa Infinity, Pool/Sunrise View

1 King Size Bed

1455 sqft

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Sunrise Water Villa With Infinity Pool is 1453 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus terrace, desk, satellite tv , tea and coffee making facilities , ironing set, safe, bathrobes, and slippers.

Sunrise Water Villa with Private Pool in JA Manafaru, Maldives

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Water Villa, Sunrise View, Private Pool

1 Sofa Bed

1 King Size Bed

1455 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Over the water, this well appointed villa is fitted with glass floor panel with views of the marine life. Its private deck has an infinity plunge pool and features views of the Indian Ocean. The partially open-air bathrooms have a freestanding bathtub. A pillow menu is also included. Added benefits for all guests include: - 1-hour per villa per day of free non-motorized water sport activity (canoeing, windsurfing or catamaran), subject to availability and weather conditions - Free rental of snorkeling equipment - Access to Children’s playground with pool (some activities are chargeable), recreation center and fitness center and all complimentary activities provided on the island. *For safety reasons, children under 12 years old are not recommended to stay in this villa.

Deluxe Beach Villa with Private Pool in JA Manafaru, Maldives

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Deluxe Villa, Beach View, Private Pool

1 Double Bed

4305 sqft

Bathtub

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The double room is furnished with a desk and a seating area. The unit has 1 bed.

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Residence Water, 2 Bedroom, Beach/Pool View

7105 sqft

Free wifi

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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2 Bedroom Beach Pool Residence -- Five Nights or More, Domestic Transfer Included

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Water Villa, Beach/Pool View

2155 sqft

Spa tub

Free wifi

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

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Beach Villa with Private Pool Sitting on the beach, this cozy villa comes with direct access to the beach with a private beach cabana. The open-air bathroom leads to an outdoor sun deck, resting sala and a plunge pool. It can accommodate up to 3 adults and 1 infant. Added benefits for all guests include: - 1-hour per villa per day of free non-motorized water sport activity (canoeing, windsurfing or catamaran), subject to availability and weather conditions - Free rental of snorkeling equipment - Access to Children’s playground with pool (some activities are chargeable), recreation center and fitness center and all complimentary activities provided on the Island.

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Island Residence Water, 3 Bedroom, Pool View

9095 sqft

Free wifi

Minibar

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

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3 Bedroom Island Pool Residence -- Five Nights or More, Domestic Transfer Included

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Family Residence, 3 Bedroom, Private Pool

9095 sqft

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Three Bedroom Island Residence is 9096 square feet and includes a king-size bed 150-183 width plus desk, satellite tv , tea and coffee making facilities , and slippers.

Guest reviews

9.6

246 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Facilities

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Value for money

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Breakfast

Featured reviews:

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Mohammad

10

June 2024

It has been an immensely pleasurable experience here at the island. After watching and reading reviews, my partner and I decided to stay at JA Manafaru. I have to say, it did not disappoint. The views, the beach, the food everything has been so enjoyable and surreal. The staff here are very hospitable and friendly. We completed a range of excursions and tried every restaurant as well as engaging in treatments at the spa. Every single staff member we interacted with throughout displayed nothing but kindness, openness and helpfulness. Not to mention, the room service was impeccable. We would like to give an honourable mention to Sabaah - our point of call - who never failed to deliver regardless of what time in the day it was. He ensured we were taken care of throughout our time on the island even if it meant going out of his way. My wife dropped her sunglasses in the sea on the way back to the villa and Sabaah managed to retrieve them for her! We would 100% recommend this island and the staff definitely do make the experience even more worthwhile.

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Hesham

9.1

July 2025

Beach villa setup is great with a white sandy private beach makes it a special amenity that I liked the most in the hotel. The beach villa has very nice sandy beach with no rocks. The setting of the different restaurants , white orchid , veil bar , ocean grill and andiamo gives I multiple options that doesn’t get you bored. The sea food bbq and Maldivian dinners were outstanding and had plenty of options and portions . Staff was very friendly

Nothing much

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Antonio

10

December 2023

The place is just amazing and the people that work there are really nice and friendly. The food is great and there are a lot of good wines already including in the all inclusive package (what I do recommend) The water villas are really close to reefs and you can see a variety of fishs just a few meters from your room. Besides that, they are really clean and confortable. I also recommend some paid tours they offer because you can go to desert islands and enjoy a little bit more maldives. The sea over there is gorgeous. Another great point is that they assign a person to take care of you during your stay, and this person books dinner, events and tours for you, so you don't need to worry with nothing!

I just loved everything

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David

10

December 2023

Everything was perfect from arrival to departure. They make you feel very welcome. They have though about everything when it comes to service. Perfect location. Very calm resorts. Big and beutiful villas. The food was amazing.

Nothing to say here :)

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Turker

9.1

August 2025

They greet you as soon as you land at the airport and then take you to the lobby, where you can relax and eat. Afterward, you'll be transported by seaplane to the hotel, where a wonderful team greets you. Takhuru accompanies you to your room and always offers luggage storage. The food is delicious, mostly seafood. You can sample different international cuisines each day. My vacation ended, and they dropped me off at the airport by seaplane. Even after my hotel stay ended, they continued to welcome me in the lobby and even escorted me to the airline to deliver my luggage. It was an incredible experience. Thank you everyone.

Because it was low season, the infinity pool was closed. This was disappointing. Water sports can sometimes be canceled due to bad weather. Meal orders may arrive a little faster. Also I think the restaurant manager is a bit egoistic.

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Raluca

10

April 2024

Beautiful island, lush vegetation, nice beach without sand bags (just like in the picture you see on the hotel website). Friendly staff all over the island. I would like to mention our thakuru (Abdo - he was very efficient and helpful) and Kitty from dive centre. We tried all restaurants and food was very tasty and fresh.

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Megat

10

November 2023

Beautiful location. Excellent hospitality.

Be prepared to spend some money.

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Lukas

10

December 2024

Been there for our Honeymoon in November 2024 - best Hotel/Resort we have ever stayed. Our Sunset Overwater Villa with Pool was amazing, it had picturesque views over the ocean. We‘ve spotted dolphins swimming by right from our sunbeds. The house reef is fantastic, lots of opportunities for water sports or you can just relax by the pools and enjoy a massage. The food was delicious across all 4 restaurants. The staff is super friendly and makes you have just a perfect stay. Will definitely come back to celebrate our anniversary! Best wishes from Vienna

Nothing - can’t imagine of anything that bothered us :)

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Tamar

10

August 2023

Perfect paradise! beautiful nature, very nice landscape design that blends great with nature, spacious villas so you can enjoy private time, all facilities are well kept, options for excursions, perfect service and excellent food. I loved the concept of the personal host they offer all guests - during all the stay we had a personal experience host that made everything easy - thank you Mangal for being such a great host.

commute there is long. that’s the trade off for being isolated and so quiet there. one way we took the seaplane which was an exciting experience by itself.

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Erik37

9.1

May 2023

To get to the island takes a bit longer than average but it is worth it as the island is natural and has beautiful vegetation and old banyan trees. The rooms are spacious with a comfy bed, have a separate bathroom and living area and a beautiful sundeck with lounger and a pool. You have complete privacy in your room area. The breakfast has a lot of options from continental, Mediterranean and Maldivian breakfast. In Kakuni you can eat all day round, so you decide yourself when you want to have lunch or dinner. In Andiamo you can go for Italian food. We liked it all. The quality is good and the portions are big enough. The staff is fantastic. The gym is well modern equipped and has the best views i have seen in my life from a gym.

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Points of Interest Around JA Manafaru, Maldives

Airports

Hanimaadhoo International Airport

23.4mi

Restaurants

Kakuni

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Ocean Grill

Cuisines

  • Seafood
  • GrillBbq

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Romantic

White Orchid Restaurant

Cuisines

  • Asian
  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Modern
  • Romantic

Andiamo Bistro and Pool

Cuisines

  • Italian
  • Mediterranean
  • Pizza

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Romantic

The Cellar

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Traditional
  • Romantic

Infinity Pool & Bar

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Veli Bar

Cuisines

  • International

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly

Teppanyaki

Cuisines

  • Japanese

Ambiances

  • Traditional

In Villa Dining / Destination Dining

Cuisines

  • Local
  • Asian
  • International

Ambiances

  • Romantic

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With view
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • With view
  • Shallow end

Age restrictions

  • Kids only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of JA Manafaru, Maldives

Spa/Wellness packages

Kids' club

Snorkeling

Restaurant

Beachfront

Private beach area

Outdoor swimming pool

Kids' pool

Free wifi

Room service

Fitness center

Water sports facilities on site

Steam room

Air conditioning

Beach

Bar

Sun deck

Tour desk

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Live music/Performance

Beach umbrellas

Beach chairs/Loungers

Playground

Kids' meals

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Stay rules - JA Manafaru, Maldives

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property