JA Manafaru

We spent 12 unforgettable days in October at JA Manafaru, and it was simply the best hotel we have ever stayed in. From the very first moment, you don’t feel like a guest here – you feel like part of the family. 🏡 Accommodation We stayed in the Three Bedroom Island Residence, a dreamlike villa with its own private pool, spacious garden, direct beach access, and complete privacy. Every single detail is carefully thought out – from the luxurious interior to the little daily surprises and the impeccable cleanliness. Our floating breakfast in the private pool was a highlight for the whole family. 🤵‍♂️ Service & Staff A very special thank you goes to our private butler, Nuhaad – truly the best in the world! He anticipated every wish before we could even express it. His warmth, calm presence, and attentiveness made our stay absolutely perfect. The entire team – from the reception and housekeeping to the restaurant staff – was incredibly kind, professional, and genuinely heartfelt. You can feel that everyone here truly loves what they do. 🍽️ Dining The food was exceptional throughout. Whether at the Ocean Grill, during an Asian-style lunch, or at a romantic dinner on the beach – every meal was freshly prepared, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. One of our most magical moments was the candlelit dinner by the ocean, an evening we will never forget. 💍 Our Very Special Moment The absolute highlight of our stay was our wedding ceremony on a private island. Everything was organized to perfection – from the floral decorations to the music and the wedding cake. The sound of the waves, the sunset, and the genuine warmth of the people made this one of the most beautiful days of our lives. 🌊 Activities & Experiences Besides pure relaxation, we experienced unforgettable moments: A family dolphin-watching trip, exploring the colorful underwater world while snorkeling, and quiet walks along the powder-white beach under the palm trees – simply paradise. ❤️ Conclusion JA Manafaru is more than just a resort – it is a place full of heart, mindfulness, and perfection. We are deeply grateful for every moment, for the people who made it special, and for the memories we will carry forever. Final verdict: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ / 5 A place you return to with your heart. Thank you, JA Manafaru – and especially, thank you, Nuhaad!

It was my second time visiting JA Manafaru, and I had an amazing time. I was immediately reminded of why this resort is among the greatest I have ever visited; everything about it, from the surroundings to the service, is simply top-notch. Every member of the management and staff team deserves praise for their professionalism, friendliness, and commitment. I felt completely at home because of the sincere smiles and concern that filled each interaction.

Highly recommend this resort in the Maldives! We truly felt immersed in the Maldivian culture, with something new to experience every single day. We came here for our honeymoon, and it was truly a once-in-a-lifetime vacation. The food was excellent, the grounds were spotless, and the staff went above and beyond. Special thanks to Maahy, Rosa, Niroshan, Aiham, and Nizam for making our stay unforgettable!

Ja Manafaru is really heaven on earth. We travel a lot but never been to such a clean, peaceful place with such friendly staff. It is in a perfect location, with beautiful rooms where you can literally hear the silence. We’d especially like to praise Mr. Mohamed, who took great care of us, and Mr. Imran, who makes the best cocktails on earth.

We spent 16 days on this beautiful island and cannot recommend more this beautiful place. Everything was perfect. To start, the service is amazing. Our butler Joadhee did everything to make our stay perfect thanks. We also would like to thank Imran for his kindness, advice and smile. Our bungalow (water villa sunset view) was perfect and the bed so comfortable. The staff who was cleaning the room was excellent, always coming when we were not there and making some special attention for us (decorations on the bed, etc.) The food is really delicious everywhere (Italian restaurant is as good as some restaurants in Italy, serving pasta al dente. Pizzas are excellent as well). The Asian restaurant is waouh …everything was perfect as well as the Teppanyaki with its amazing cooking chef. Ocean grill is also perfect …you eat with your feet in the sand. The wines are perfect and the prices really reasonable compared to some other islands in Maldives. Breakfast (a la carte and buffet) was delicious. My husband and I also snorkel several hours per day. We saw: turtles, box fishes, porcupine fishes, sharks (white tip, black tip and a lot of nurse sharks and rays. We even saw several days around 7.30 pm a guitar shark near the place where the seaplane arrive. It’s so rare that we felt really lucky. We also saw a lot of cuttlefish babies. The Spa was also perfect and therapists really excellent Dive center staff, Jack and Guioram, we’re so nice and it was a pleasure to dive with them. Dolphin excusion was perfect as well, we saw a lot of dolphins around us for more than 3o minutes. To summarize: don’t hesitate to go there, it’s a paradise. Our stay was perfect from the start (welcome at Male) till our departure (we really appreciated to be accompanied not only to the check-in but also after. What a service. Thanks to all of you