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JA Manafaru

HAA ALIFU ATOLL (HAA ALIF) · MALDIVES

Resort5-Star

JA Manafaru

Haa Alifu Atoll (Haa Alif)
Direct contract ratesBest-rate guarantee24/7 local support
FamilyHoneymoonDiving
  • TransferDomestic Flight + Speedboat
  • Accommodation84 villas & rooms
  • Villa stylesOverwater & beach villas
  • Dining5 restaurants & 2 bars
  • House reefExcellent
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The resort

About JA Manafaru

JA Manafaru occupies the private island of Manafaru in Haa Alifu Atoll, at the northern end of the Maldives archipelago. It is reached either by a roughly 75-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport or by a 45-minute domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo Airport followed by a 35-minute speedboat transfer. The resort offers 84 villas, including Beach Villas and Over Water Residences with either sunrise or sunset orientation, as well as three private residences, and every villa includes a pool. The food and beverage line-up runs to seven outlets, including Ocean Grill for seafood, Kakuni for international buffets, Andiamo Bistro for Italian cuisine, White Orchid for Japanese dishes and The Cellar, a subterranean wine cave used for private dining. The property runs an all-inclusive Dine Around package, along with a spa, dive centre and watersports facilities. Recreational activities cover scuba diving, snorkelling, motorised and non-motorised watersports, and guided excursions into the surrounding atoll. The combination of private-island footprint, over-water villa inventory, seaplane or combined-transfer access and full in-house dining and wellness infrastructure places JA Manafaru clearly in the private-island resort category.

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Why we love it

Why we love this resort

JA Manafaru occupies the private island of Manafaru in Haa Alifu Atoll, at the northern end of the Maldives archipelago. It is reached either by a roughly 75-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport or by a 45-minute domestic flight to…

  • Award-winning Dine Around All Inclusive package; 55+ complimentary activities; Calm Spa — 2018 World Luxury Spa Awards x2; Maldives' first subterranean wine cave (The Cellar); Northernmost natural private island resort in Maldives; Villas 135–2,000 sqm; Children's pool
  • House reef: Excellent

Best for

FamiliesHoneymoonersDivers & surfersWellness seekers

The accommodation

Choose your perfect stay

From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.

CouplesPrivacy seekers

Beach Pool Villa

A beach villa with private pool surrounded by tropical greenery, just a few steps to the pristine beach and your private beach cabana. Cosy living areas, with open-air bathroom leading to an inviting sundeck, pool, daybed and sun loungers in the garden and on the beach. Enjoy the breeze while dining al fresco in your private beach dining cabana. Flat-screen TV, Nespresso, free WiFi, AC, minibar, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests135 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach accessKing Size
Rates
On request
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Sunrise Water Pool Villa

Wake up to the Indian Ocean sunrise as it emerges on the horizon. Watch the ocean below your water villa with pool, reflecting the morning glow from your sun deck. Truly connect with nature directly from the villa or watch in comfort from the glass floor panel. Refresh in the private infinity pool or lounge on the deck with the most magical of vistas. Flat-screen TV, Nespresso, free WiFi, AC, minibar, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests225 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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On request
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersCouplesLuxury seekers

Sunset Water Pool Villa

Showcases magnificent sunset views over the water with direct access to the abundance of marine life in the ocean below. Enjoy up-close observations of diverse ocean life through a glass panel in the floor, refresh in the infinity pool and unwind in luxurious interiors. Flat-screen TV, Nespresso, free WiFi, AC, minibar, in-room safe.

Up to 3 guests225 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwaterKing Size
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On request
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Family favourite
FamiliesLuxury seekers

2-Bedroom Beach Residence

Multi award-winning two-storey beach residence with two bedrooms, two spectacular pools and a private spa pavilion with both steam room and sauna. Perfect for large groups of family or friends, or couples wanting space. Ample indoor and outdoor areas for the most relaxed island living. Flat-screen TV, Nespresso, free WiFi, AC, minibar, in-room safe.

Up to 6 guests600 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access2 King Size
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On request
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Overwater + pool
HoneymoonersFamiliesLuxury seekers

2-Bedroom Ocean Residence

Perfectly perched at the tip of the longest water villas pier at the edge of the island's reef — marvel at the expansive views of the Indian Ocean's turquoise waters and two uninhabited islands. Lavish living area opens to reveal an inviting family infinity pool. Both bedrooms offer sunrise or sunset views for the best of both worlds. Flat-screen TV, Nespresso, free WiFi, AC, minibar, in-room safe.

Up to 6 guests450 m²Lagoon & oceanPrivate poolOverwater2 King Size
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On request
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Most spacious
FamiliesLuxury seekers

The Manafaru Residence

The most exclusive villa at JA Manafaru — 2,000 sqm of ultimate luxury. Complete privacy with spectacular infinity pool, sauna, steam room and exclusive spa treatment room. Two-storey beach residence accommodating up to 6 guests. Two bedrooms, outdoor bathrooms featuring i-Spa facilities, private sundeck, wine refrigerator, minibar, lounge, private dining.

Up to 6 guests2000 m²BeachfrontPrivate poolDirect beach access2 King Size
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Compare

Compare the villas

A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.

VillaViewPoolSizeAccessBest forRates
Beach Pool VillaBeachfrontPrivate pool135 m²BeachfrontCouplesOn request
Sunrise Water Pool VillaLagoon & oceanPrivate pool225 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
Sunset Water Pool Villa Lagoon & oceanPrivate pool225 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
2-Bedroom Beach ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool600 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request
2-Bedroom Ocean ResidenceLagoon & oceanPrivate pool450 m²OverwaterHoneymoonersOn request
The Manafaru ResidenceBeachfrontPrivate pool2000 m²BeachfrontFamiliesOn request

Net B2B rates available on agent login.

Sustainability

Ocean impact

506.7 kg

ocean plastic intercepted

Verified by Parley Maldives · Updated 2022-09-13

Plan your stay

Getting here & good to know

Getting here

Domestic Flight + Speedboat50 min domestic flight to Hanimaadhoo + 40 min speedboat / Seaplane option available
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Good to know

House reef
Excellent
Board
Breakfast, All Inclusive
Children
Children welcome. Kids Club with entertainment and activities. Children's pool available. Guests under 18 can only check in with parent or official guardian.
Cancellation
Flexible and non-refundable rates available. Resort not responsible for delays or cancellations caused by third-party airline carriers. Flight details required before arrival.
Languages
Arabic, German, English, Spanish, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Chinese
Payment
Visa, Mastercard, Cash
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Ask our Maldives expert

Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know JA Manafaruroom by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.

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