JA Manafaru

Haa Alif Atoll
from 625$
JA Manafaru is a luxurious secluded resort, spread across 14 hectares of the Manafaru Island. It is part of the JA Resorts & Hotels chain. Elegant villas with private pools are nestled amid shady gardens of tropical greenery and coconut palms. Just step out of your room to find yourself on a stunning sandy beach. JA Manafaru exudes an atmosphere of tranquility and serenity, making it the perfect destination for both romantic getaways and family vacations.

The Calm SPA complex offers relaxation in spacious pavilions for aromatherapy, massages, and beauty treatments. Resort guests can indulge in various activities, such as fishing, cruises, visits to neighboring islands, or attending Maldivian culinary masterclasses. Every Thursday, a sommelier presents the finest cheeses, wines, and desserts in the wine cellar. Excursions to a local garden, where various spices are grown, are also arranged. Yoga and aqua-aerobics classes are available.

Awards:
- Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2021
- Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice 2021
- World's Leading Honeymoon Resort 2020
- Indian Ocean's Leading Honeymoon Resort 2020

Location: Manafaru Island, North Haa Atoll. It is 318 km from the international airport in Male. The island measures 550m x 360m. Transfer includes a 60-minute flight on domestic airlines, followed by a 45-minute boat ride. Please note that seaplane transfers are temporarily unavailable.

Uniqueness: Guests can enjoy a Robinson Crusoe-style experience on a secluded island with exceptional service and a variety of entertainment options.

Recommendation: JA Manafaru is a fantastic choice for both families and romantic getaways. The resort boasts magnificent beaches with dazzling white sand.

For Children: The Cool Zone club is available for children aged 3 to 12, while the Chill Zone club caters to teenagers aged 8 to 16. Both operate from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Children under 3 can visit Cool Zone only when accompanied by their parents. Babysitting services are provided, and the resort offers an open-air children's playground, kids' menu, baby cots, feeding chairs, children's toilets and sinks, and bottle warmers. Please note that the hotel recommends water villa accommodations for families with children over 12 years old. Otherwise, parents assume full responsibility for their child's safety and must sign a disclaimer form.
Room amenities: Each room comes with a pool, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a safe, a mini-bar, a TV, tea/coffee facilities, a hairdryer, a telephone, bathrobes, slippers, and toiletries. There are also umbrellas and life jackets.

Hotel facilities: The resort features a spa center, two pools, a business center, a kids' club, a kids' pool, wedding ceremonies, four restaurants, two bars, a wine cellar, a boutique, a laundry service, photographer services, sports, and entertainment activities.

- Kids Zone: Includes a children's pool, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, a mini climbing wall, swings, various entertaining and creative activities such as culinary classes, crab hunting, pirate dress-up, and more.
- Recreation Pavilion: A relaxation pavilion with board games, gaming consoles, a cinema, a library, a communal lounge, and photography services.
- Horizon Fitness Pavilion: A modern fitness center and stretching studio, offering morning yoga sessions.
- Calm SPA Sanctuary: Provides 10 treatment rooms, a sauna, steam room, and pools.
- Diving Center: An accredited PADI diving school offering courses for beginners and experienced divers.
- Watersports Centre: Snorkeling, windsurfing, catamarans, kite surfing, parasailing, jet skis, seabob, water skiing.
- Tennis Court: Water sports, fitness center, diving center, bike rental, water sports center, fishing, yoga, volleyball, badminton, table and video games, cinema, excursions.

Dining Options:
- Kakuni: The main restaurant offering a wide selection of local and international dishes. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
- White Orchid Lounge: A water restaurant-lounge serving Asian fusion cuisine with ocean views. Open for afternoon tea and dinner.
- Ocean Grill: A restaurant offering a variety of seafood and grilled meats. Rich wine selection. Open for dinner.
- Andiamo Bistro & Pool: A bistro-style restaurant near the main pool with Italian/Mediterranean cuisine. Open for lunch and early dinner.
- Barefoot: A seasonal bar located next to the Kakuni restaurant, offering beer and wine.
- Infinity Pool & Bar: A poolside bar with a breathtaking view of the Indian Ocean, serving various drinks throughout the day.
- Wine Cellar: A wine cellar with an extensive selection of wines from around the world. Wine tastings or wine-pairing dinners can be arranged by prior appointment.

All-inclusive (AI)
Room types:
22 Beach Villa with Private Pool (~200 sq.m)
23 Sunset Water Villa with Infinity Pool (~110 sq.m)
24 Sunrise Water Villa with Infinity Pool (~135 sq.m)
Deluxe Beach Villa with Private Pool (~400 sq.m)
shoreline villas just a few steps away from the beach. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size bed and a living area, an open-plan bathroom with a separate bathtub, indoor and outdoor showers, and a pool with sun loungers and a relaxation area. The terrace opens up to the beach
water villas with a view. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size bed and a sitting area, an open-plan bathroom with a whirlpool bathtub and shower, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, swings, and direct access to the water. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults and 1 infant or 2 adults and 1 child and 1 infant.
water villas overlooking the sunrise. They comprise a bedroom with a king-size bed and a living area, a bathroom with a whirlpool bathtub and shower, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, swings, and direct access to the water. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults and 1 infant or 2 adults and 1 child and 1 infant.
spacious shoreline villas with a pool. They comprise a living room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, an open-plan bathroom with a whirlpool bathtub and shower, an inner courtyard with a pool, sun loungers, a relaxation area, and an outdoor shower. The terrace faces the ocean and features a relaxation area
Ocean Residence with Infinity Pool (~377 sq.m)
Beach Residence with Private Pool (~1400 sq.m)
water villa with 2 bedrooms and a panoramic ocean view. It consists of a living room, 2 bedrooms with king-size beds, 2 bathrooms with whirlpool bathtubs, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, sunbathing areas, and direct access to the water. Maximum occupancy - 4 adults and 2 children and 2 infants or 5 adults and 2 infants.
two-story shoreline villa with 2 pools. It comprises a living room, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (one with a pool and sun loungers in the inner courtyard), a toilet room, a spa treatment room, a sauna, a relaxation room, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, a relaxation area, and direct access to the beach.
Island Residence with Private Pool (~2022 sq.m)
two-story shoreline villa with 3 bedrooms and 2 pools. It consists of a living room, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (one with a pool and sun loungers in the inner courtyard), a spa treatment room, a sauna, a steam room, a relaxation room, a balcony, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, multiple relaxation areas, a dining area
03 Rock Royalty Overwater Pool Villa (~144 m2)
Beach villas with a pool. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size bed, a living area, a bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, and direct beach access. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults and 1 child.
Water villas with a pool and panoramic ocean views. They consist of a living room with a dining area, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a hammock, a seating area, and direct water access. Maximum occupancy - 7 adults.
06 Gold Beach Pool Villa (~62 m2)