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Located in the northernmost atoll of the breath-taking archipelago, JA Manafaru is the most remote understated destination in the Maldives, and one that discerning travellers ‘in-the-know’, have enjoyed time and time again.
Perfect soft sand beaches and crystal-clear waters surround this idyllic private island that benefits from seclusion more than any other Maldives barefoot luxury resort. JA Manafaru offers an unrivalled level of privacy presenting a pristine natural island to quietly explore.
JA Manafaru offers an endless choice of experiences couples and kids can enjoy, the hardest decision is what to do first. Imagine how it feels to be Robinson Crusoe and enjoy a castaway picnic on an uninhabited island. For those with sea legs - sail away on a catamaran or take in a sunset dolphin cruise to get closer to the Indian Ocean’s marine life.
On request, candlelit beach dinners under the stars are arranged and why not adventure out with a night-snorkel or scuba dive amidst the most diverse sea life you will ever encounter.
The six dining venues cater for all tastes and the stunning island provides endless locations for a private dinner set-up, guests are genuinely spoilt for choice when it comes to enjoying JA Manafaru’s culinary journey.
Tempting menus list traditional Maldivian dishes alongside delicacies from the Indian, Asian and Arabic regions that influenced the archipelago for centuries. For those with a palette for less exotic flavours, classic international dishes are served in the all-day dining restaurant, the dedicated beach grill outlet, infinity pool bar or the forest oasis pool specialising in European cuisine.
With a secret wine cellar buried below the sealine deep in the coral island, ‘The Cellar’ is the dining experience to complete any romantic escape. As the oldest and deepest wine cellar in the Maldives, this tiny stone labyrinth is made from volcanic Indonesian rock to ensure the perfect atmosphere and temperature for preserving some of the world’s finest wines. By prior reservation only, the Executive Chef will prepare a tailored menu over several courses to suit all tastes. For wine connoisseurs with extravagant palettes, why not select from classics including Rothschild and Margaux, finishing with a glass of Louis XIII, the most celebrated of French cognacs.
JA Manafaru is a multi-award-winning resort which is honoured with ‘Trip Advisor Traveller’s Choice Award’ in 2023 plus the triple accolade of ‘Maldives, Indian Ocean, & World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort’ in 2022 by World Travel Awards.
For those with an eye for detail, the island villas appeal to those with discerning taste for interior design. Externally, traditional villa architecture is complimented internally with a modern brush of restrained neutrality, such design inviting the positive energy flowing from the expansive spa sanctuary forest garden into this home-from-home.
Whether you wish to listen to nature’s calling from the tropical forest canopy at dusk, or the lapping of the ocean as you sleep, the selection of spacious beach villas, breath-taking over-water villas and palatial two and three-bedroom residences, each with their secluded private pool (or pools), presents a choice for every couple and family.
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I loved it. I was so happy for 5 days in Jamanaparu! I was able to communicate with you without difficulty because of the beautiful scenery, delicious food, and above all, Korean staff! ♡ When I met them inside the resort, they smiled and greeted me brightly and they were so kind! Where I want to go again… phyu jam Thank you I will miss you♡ 사랑해요 JA 마나파루
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Background We had 12 nights in the Maldives based on flights we had booked with BA and wanted to experience a more authentic island for our second visit to the region. JA Manafaru (JAM) looked amazing, but we were worried about not being able to return to Malé on the morning of our departure (and so being forced to spend our last night in town). Consequently, we decided to spend 7 nights there and find another resort that would be more easily accessible for our return. We should not have worried as JAM do provide an alternative seaplane service for early morning departures that leaves around 7am. Indeed, since October 2022, it is now a doddle getting to the island; Manta Air now fly to Hoarafushi island, which is less than 10 minutes away by speedboat. The plan is to eventually get landing lights at the airport, which will make departures after 6pm possible. Location On arrival at Malé, we were greeted, bags checked into the domestic flight and had around an hour sitting in a café watching the boats leave for nearby islands. The domestic terminal is a little chaotic, with loads of locals as well as bewildered tourists catching the numerous Maldivian Airways departures. Eventually, the gate showed our flight number, and a dozen or so people joined us for the ~50-minute flight to the most northerly resort in the Maldives. Louder and hotter than a seaplane, you don’t get quite the same thrill taking off or landing, but the service was excellent, with fruit, drinks and cold towels provided. A line of private cars and taxis were ready to take us the short distance to the quay and, lifejackets secured, we skimmed across the bay for Manafaru. Karen, the lovely resort manager, was on the dock and introduced the various welcoming staff, before we were assigned to Haraj who took us on a tour of the 35-hectare island showing us all the points of interest. There are around 80 units on the island, which could cater for 160+ guests, but the island was probably 60%+ full. You are instantly enveloped in both the warmth of the staff, together with the masses of greenery providing gorgeous shaded paths that circumnavigate the island. Manafaru is a beautiful resort – a jewel of a destination. The resort has seen a number of owners over the years, but Karen and her team have overseen a transformation to sympathetically modernise the facilities, but keen to keep the sense of serenity and wellbeing that envelopes you. For example, the Horizon Fitness Pavilion used to be next to a Chinese-themed restaurant and bar. That has been moved, which allows the space to be used for morning yoga and gym users not to be tempted too early for a cool beer while they workout. There are flowers and plants everywhere and all the paths and beaches are swept early in the morning to provide a pristine look to the island. Bikes are provided free of charge for each villa, so if you wanted to cycle to breakfast (or anywhere else just for fun) you can. Nowhere is more than a 10-minute walk. You can circuit the island on the paths in around 20 minutes, but you can also walk the whole way round on the beaches, which provides breath-taking vistas in all directions. In our view, the beaches on the east and north side were spectacular and gave all the colours of blue you would wish for your holiday snaps. The snorkelling is outstanding, especially from the long “Coral Jetty” pier by Kakuni (or Crab) restaurant. More on that later. One of the keys to JA Manafaru’s success is their staff, many of whom are long-time staffers and who live on the local islands. A number of the bar staff come from Sri Lanka, and their warmth adds to the welcome you will find everywhere on the island. There are two scheduled flights a day from Malé on Manta Air, but most days there seemed to be a 7am departure by seaplane. It turned out that on our last day, we were able to stay in our beautiful room until 2:30, when we caught a seaplane (80 minutes) back. We were staying on another island in the South Atoll, 30 minutes from the airport and room-to-room it only took 3 hours. Rooms What makes the island unique is that every villa has a pool. We splashed out and stayed in the Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool (which was sumptuous), but all of the residences were delightfully private. Our room was very Balinese in style, with a deep pool with black stone walls and floor. Not just one, but TWO waterfall walls made the backdrop to the pool, so there was the constant trickle of water to soothe the senses. There was a day bed to shade under and two large wooden loungers to soak up the sun. Even the outdoor shower had Elemis soap and shower products. We also had a veranda on the beach side with a coffee table, another day bed, huge hammock and two more loungers from which to watch the sun go down. If only we’d known that we could have returned in the morning of our last day to catch our flight at 11:45am, then we would have stayed for 12 nights! The rooms are chic, nicely furnished and with all the comforts you would expect. Tea and Nespresso machine and water is included, as well as all of the mini bar products. On arrival we were also given a bottle of Taittinger champagne and a selection of macaroons. Naeem, our house boy, did an excellent job of keeping our room well-stocked and the wine fridge and minibar full. While all the Maldives is eye-wateringly expensive, this suite was really worth the money. We did want to check out the overwater villas, but unfortunately none seemed available for viewing. Suffice to say that both piers give either sunrise or sunset views. If we were to go back and wanted something a little more economic, then we’d choose a beach villa on the east side, as the beach is so wide; it would be completely private, the swimming is fun and you are closer to the best snorkelling too. Dining The main restaurant, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner is Kakuni. The others begin opening at 11am (in line with the All-Inclusive service that runs until 11pm). Hidden in the jungle is Andiamo Bistro and Pool, which sits facing a meandering pool with water cascade features. It is a beautiful environment that serves Mediterranean fare (pizzas, pastas, grills). It is open until 8pm and is wonderfully served by Sathees and his colleagues Nizam, Upul and Imran. All of them made special efforts to make our stay special (and fast-tracked our order on the last day as we were running late). If you want to wriggle your toes in the sand, then Ocean Grill (evenings only) provides the incredible experience of sitting under palm trees and stars, listening to the lapping waves, while splendid local fish or not so local meat is cooked to perfection. Try the Maldivian Baked Fish, which was remarkable. We are deeply grateful to the attention paid by Shaad (who’s been there 17 years?), but also cheeky Nizam and sweet Rose. If you want to just chill and drink, then Infinity Bar, which also catches the sunset, is the place for you. You can sit pool side or down on the beach and Sheehan does a great job keeping the drinks coming and towels cleared from empty loungers. If, by some wonder, you are not stuffed from lunch, you can tuck in to “high tea” at White Orchid lounge. This sits on the arrivals/departures jetty and has the best views of sunset too. The lounge opens at 3pm and stops serving AI drinks at 11pm, but will stay open longer if required. Dharsharna and Raphael keep things ticking over. They also serve Asian style plates in the evening, but it is always busy and food service stops at 8pm. The only recommendation I would make, would be to provide more tables/chairs, but I am sure the capacity to serve food would be overloaded – so treat it like a bar and you won’t be disappointed. All dining, with the exception of breakfast, is a la carte. Breakfast at Kakuni is a treat as you can order from a menu and serve yourself to cereals, juices and continental style food while you wait for your hot order. The quality of food and service is exceptional. It is possible to book online in advance, so we did book two evenings at Ocean Grill to be sure we had something in place. It turned out to be a wise decision as it was deservedly very popular. We went All Inclusive and there was a great selection of cocktails, wines and spirits available. You can pay extra for top shelf drinks and even better wine. The staff are moved around different bars / restaurants depending on how busy things are during peak times, which means all the visitors get an exceptional service experience. Facilities There are plenty of activities that can be enjoyed for free, most notable of which is morning yoga with the excellent yogi Sham, which starts at 7am at Horizon. Lying in “Child’s Pose”, listening to the waves lapping below you was just sensational. I missed one session as I overslept, but what a way to start the day! Best Dives Maldives has an outlet on the island and they can organise free masks and flippers for the duration of your stay. We took the plunge and agreed to try the Discover Scuba Diver course having read another TripAdvisor review of how Tibo managed to get the person over their water fears. I nearly drowned as a teenager, so have sudden panics when I get out of breath in deep water, but Kayla patiently took my wife and I through the basics and I was able to bob around for 45 minutes at a depth of 5m while my wife struggled to find a mask that didn’t leak. It was a real shame as she’s a strong swimmer and it would have been amazing to go further out along the reef edge. Another thing ticked off the bucket list for me though and I will definitely try it again. In terms of snorkelling, there is a huge amount to see in beautifully clear waters at the end of the coral jetty. Some Spanish friends we met, floated almost round the whole island on the current and have some fantastic photos of turtles etc. to prove it. To burn of the ludicrous amounts of calories we ate, I visited the gym most days. It is equipped with good quality and modern equipment and it never seemed to be too busy. Aleem (curiously from the furthest south atoll) was a gentle guide in using the equipment and providing encouragement. In terms of gym location, it is one that is very hard to beat. I even saw an eagle ray jump out of the water while I was on the treadmill. We don’t often use the spa (I begrudge paying so much when you can get a similar experience for $10 on the beach in Thailand), but we did this time. It is a beautiful area hidden in the centre of the island, with meandering paths and water. Shri and yogi Sham provided a beautiful 90 minutes of indulgence. In terms of other activities, there is live music most nights at White Orchid. One not to be missed activity is just watching the stars – there is so little light pollution, the sky at night is breath-taking. Summary For us, the highlights included walking barefoot almost everywhere (although some of the walkways on the piers can get a little hot, despite the urns of water provided to cool your feet down!), the extremely friendly staff, the good choice of included food and drinks and the wonderful vistas you can enjoy on the beaches. We chose the island as we wanted classic Maldivian beaches, aquamarine waters, and good choice of restaurants and something a little quieter and more genuine. JA Manafaru does not disappoint. One of the top 3 destinations we have visited. Standout staff for us included: Hajar - our dedicated member of staff, who checked in regularly and catered for our needs. Naeem- our room boy, who kept a well-stocked minibar and tidy room Shaad – Kakuni and Ocean Grill, who quietly provided excellent service (+ Rose just back from Myanmar) Nizam - Ocean Grill (and Andioamo) - always fun Dharsharna & Raphael - White Orchid - hard working and attentive Sathees, Upul, Imran. & Nizam - Andiamo - next level service and friendly Sheehan – Infinity Pool/Bar - kept the place ship shape and looked after us Aleem- Gym; good guidance and empathy Sham - yoga & massage - what a beautiful way to start the day Shri - massage - firm and nurturing …
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: Try a beach villa on the east side for best beach vibes and so tranquil
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Response from Karen Merrick, General Manager at JA Manafaru
Responded Feb 22, 2023
Dear Happy Guests, thank you... I am almost in tears reading about your experience and how well everyone tried to look after you and that you remembered so many of them and their names... I am so very touched, and so proud of them as they all work so hard to look after our guests and it's a joy to know they made a difference to your Maldives experience. I have nothing to add only to say thank you for telling our story in the way it meant something to you and very grateful for you sharing it. We hope to be able to welcome you back again in the future. with gratitude, Karen on behalf of Soodh and the entire island family
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Highest complement to the luxury JA Manafaru resort! They exceeded my expectations with the 5 star service provided. From pre-visit to departure of the resort, the wonderful staff delivered an exceptional, memorable experience. The overwater villas offer breathtaking views of the natural surroundings. The food menu has many options for those with specific preferences. The food was delicious and prepared to our liking. Highly recommend this resort to those traveling to the Maldives.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
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We went to JA manafaru after mybwifes strifent criteria where she wanted perfect blue colored sea, no boulders, no other resorts in vicinity and very private experience as criteria... after rejected 8 properties we agreed on JA. And boy, it was more than what we saw from arriving to all the restaurants.. andiamo kakuni or white orchid. It was great experiences. We would be on infinity pool bar or walk on beach or enjoy the day go by in our room or our own private pool... all was great. The mini bar was always full and staff spoiled us with food and drink in every menu. RAFU OUR assigned host was ever smiling ans saw us full.island and made all reservations and recommended what is best. Snorkeling in nearby island or seeing underwater world at night.. oh it was something out of this world. We stYing in sunrise over water villa 511 and booked via neoscapes Ms poona Payne and she was very supportive Breakfast was awesome and so are the lunches and dinners. All.inclusove package was true to its value... it is one of its kind experience and my vegetarian wife also still raves about her experience.. so don't worry and choose jA manafaru. …
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: Sunrise villa 511.. book dinners in advance attest one week... use all special dinner especially ...
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This was our second visit to Manafaru, an already fab resort but the new management have elevated everything to a whole new level. From the greet at the jetty to the time you leave you're treated to the most wonderful experience imaginable by each and everybody there. I'm actually finding adjectives difficult to find to describe how truly wonderful everything here is. We stayed three weeks and could have stayed three months. Thank you Jason and Victoria for welcoming us into your family and to Rafu and Mark and all the staff for looking after us so very very well. See you again soon.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Room Tip: The location is very worth the extra flight from Male.
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This is absolutely a first class 5 star resort. The scenery, accommodations, restaurants, etc., are all first class. But what makes this resort unique is the quality of the service you get and the professionalism and friendliness of the staff. Undoubtedly there are other resorts in Maldives that might offer the same scenery and food quality. However I doubt there are any that offer this quality of service . Everyone from senior management to all the restaurant staff treat you like family. The F&B director Mark literally checks on you at every meal to make sure everything is to your liking. Executive chef Musa makes the rounds often to see if they can do anything special for you. His sustainable seafood Bar B Que night and Maldivian night are unforgettable experiences. Our host/Thakaru Imran was absolutely amazing. He saw to our every need including some nice surprises to celebrate our anniversary. Imran(the beach bar ), Pravin, Ashraf, Faarish , Shammil, Muhammad and Sembq, among many others whose names we don’t remember did everything they could to make sure that we had a great vacation. Add the secluded white sand beaches, the fabulous snorkeling right off your overwater villa or off the house reef and the incredible natural scenery and you will have the experience of a lifetime. The only negative about this resort is that it is a little too far from Male. Currently you will have to take an internal flight from Male which takes about an hour and then a 10 minute speed boat ride to get there. However according to the staff, starting in late January, there will be direct seaplane flights to the resort.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled with family
Room Tip: Book an overwater Villa. It is well worth it
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Sweet memories. 5 stars experience Beautiful resort Wonderful scenery Nice food and drinks Best sea house Amazing wildlifes And most of all, Linda, Semba, Rizam, and all staff in JA, thank you very much. Best wishes.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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JA Manafaru was exactly what we were after for our honeymoon. It is worth the travel all the way from Australia, we would highly recommend staying there and being one of the most northern Islands means it is away from all other islands. All the staff were absolutely amazing, from the moment you step off the speed boat to the departure and being farewelled by their GM and team. Our host who looked after us, Khasan, was super friendly and nothing was ever too much for him. Amenities and all facilities are amazing, food was outstanding and just an all round awesome experience. We will remember the honeymoon with amazing memories and pictures from a magical island.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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I was in Maldives several time but this Resort is the Best Expercience ever. All the rooms are well equipped and You can enjoy the time You spend in the room with all comfort and be part of the perfect nature of Maldives. The restaurants are all excellent, and all diskes are prepared à la carte, You can taste the sublime cuisine and extraordinary quality of the food. Aspecial applause to all the chefs, to all butler, and to all in the Island taht makes my time really Perfect and Special. The sunset at Ja Manafaru resort are really unforgettable. Spa services and gym TOP. Hope to be back very soon.
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Traveled on business
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Response from Jason Kruse, Owner at JA Manafaru
Responded 5 days ago
Dear Cinzia Thank you for taking the time to write your review, and I am delighted you had a positive experience. We're delighted to read that you had a fantastic holiday with us. I am glad that you enjoyed our food and beverage concept and we are proud of offering our guests more variety during the week as part of our part of our meal plans. We hope to welcome you back to our island paradise soon. Warm regards, Jason jason.kruse@jaresorts.com
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Went for my honeymoon and had a wonderful trip.Couldn’t thank the team of JA enough. special thanks to our butler RAFU who made sure we had everything that we needed and even more. exceptional service by all the staff members,from planning special dates to our water sport experiences. to anyone looking for a peaceful trip to unwind and spend some quality time with your partner or family ,highly recommended .
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
Room Tip: please book your flight tickets to Maldives after co ordinating with the hotel team .
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Response from Jason Kruse, Owner at JA Manafaru
Responded 6 days ago
Dear Arjun, We appreciate the time you have taken to share your honeymoon experience with JA Manafaru. We greatly appreciate the positive review as this is very helpful for future guests. Your kind comments and review about your recent stay are an inspiration to our team. And I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and found our staff to be friendly and efficient. Your positive comments will certainly be passed on and I am sure you agree that positive feedback certainly helps motivate our team to go the extra mile for future guests. We certainly hope to welcome you back in the not-too-distant future. Kind regards, Jason jason.kruse@jaresorts.com
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$672 - $1,358 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about JA Manafaru
What are some of the property amenities at JA Manafaru?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a pool.
Which room amenities are available at JA Manafaru?
Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at JA Manafaru?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge during their stay.
Are there opportunities to exercise at JA Manafaru?
Yes, guests have access to a pool, a fitness center, and a sauna during their stay.
Does JA Manafaru have airport transportation?
Yes, JA Manafaru offers airport transportation for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at JA Manafaru?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Hindi, Arabic, and Indonesian.
Does JA Manafaru have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.