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JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives

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A beach bar, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception are just a few of the amenities provided at JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Indulge in a hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Asian cuisine. The 24-hour gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include snorkeling, beach volleyball, and kayaking. In addition to a terrace and an art gallery on site, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AED 1,826
AED 2,439 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sep - 2 Sep

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A bedroom with a large bed, a television, and a view of the sea.

Sunrise Water Villa with Private Pool

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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An aerial view of a beachfront property with several thatched-roof cottages, a sandy beach, and dense tropical vegetation.

Beach Villa with Private Pool I Personal Butler I Complimentary Non-Motorized Water Sports

  • Beach view
  • 135 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a blue sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Sunrise Water Villa with Private Pool I Personal Butler I Complimentary Non-Motorized Water Sports

  • Sea view
  • 135 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a blue sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Sunset Water Villa with Private Pool I Personal Butler I Complimentary Non-Motorized Water Sports

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 135 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa with patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table, and a wall-mounted TV.

3 Bedroom Island Pool Residence I Personal Butler I Alchemy class I One Premium Resort Experience

  • Sea view
  • 5800 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 10
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 2 Bedroom Beach Pool Residence I Personal Butler I Alchemy class I One Premium Resort Experience

A modern resort with a large pool, multiple guest rooms, and a well-lit outdoor area.

2 Bedroom Beach Pool Residence I Personal Butler I Alchemy class I One Premium Resort Experience

  • Resort view
  • 1400 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a balcony with a view of the sea, and a seating area with a table and chairs.

Sunset Water Villa with Private Pool

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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An infinity pool with a view of the ocean, a wooden deck, and a seating area with cushions and a table.

2 Bedroom Ocean Pool Residence I Personal Butler I Alchemy class I One Premium Resort Experience

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 377 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A spacious room with a large bed, a green sofa, a wooden cabinet, and a staircase leading to another level.

Beach Villa with Private Pool I Personal Butler I Complimentary Non-Motorized Water Sports

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Beach Villa with Private Pool I Personal Butler I Complimentary Non-Motorized Water Sports

  • Sea view
  • 200 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Manafaru Island, JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives is in a rural area and on a private beach. Utheemu Palace is another place to visit that comes recommended. Water tubing, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Manafaru Island travel guide
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Haa Alifu Atoll, Manafaru Island

Restaurants

  • Andiamo Pool, Bar and Restaurant
  • Ocean Grill
  • Kakuni
  • Green Flower
  • Mini Tea

About this property

JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives

  • Luxury resort by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives and take advantage of a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers. Indulge in a hot stone massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and Asian cuisine. The 24-hour gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include snorkeling, beach volleyball, and kayaking. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and an art gallery on site.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
    • Free bicycle rentals, an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Babysitting (surcharge), table tennis, and a front-desk safe
    • A telescope, a water dispenser, and wedding services
  • Room features
  • All 84 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as private indoor hot tubs and private plunge pools, in addition to perks like 24-hour room service and premium bedding.
  • 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/closets, separate sitting areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils

All inclusive details

  • All-inclusive room rates at JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite 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 beverages included
    • In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All non-motorized water sports are included.

Water activities

    • Kayaking
    • Rowing/canoeing
    • Snorkeling

Land activities

    • Bicycling
    • Fitness facilities
    • Soccer
    • Tennis
    • Volleyball
    • Kids club

Lessons/classes/games

  • Bartending

Entertainment

    • Onsite entertainment and activities
    • Onsite live performances

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Andiamo Pool & Restaurant
  • Kakuni Restaurant
  • Ocean Grill
  • The Cellar
  • White Orchid Restaurant

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Canoeing
  • Children's pool
  • Cooking classes
  • 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
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Table tennis
  • Water skiing
  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing
  • Wine tasting room

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Baby bath
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • High chair
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Private plunge pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Children's slippers
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • 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 plunge 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
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer to the property via Airplane or floatplane and must arrange the transfers by contacting the property before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive smart lock details
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are recommended to download the property's JA Manafaru App mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

Host will greet you, smart lock

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 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 cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 500 per person (roundtrip)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 320 (roundtrip), (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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 elevators
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 Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory Christmas Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 24
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.

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

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives on 1 September 2026 start from AED 1,826, excluding 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, The Real Maldives pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

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

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs at scheduled times. A fee of USD 500 per person applies.

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

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

Where is JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives located?

This beachfront luxury resort is located in Manafaru Island, where regional attractions include Utheemu Palace.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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