JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives

Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools

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September 2025

October 2025

2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

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JA Manafaru near Govvaafushi, Maldives, offers a tropical getaway with two poolside bars and a private beach. Enjoy complimentary WiFi while exploring seven on-site restaurants serving Asian cuisine. The resort provides everything needed for a restorative escape.

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Deluxe Beach Pool Villa I Complimentary Seaplane for 7 nights and more I Non-Motorized Water Sports

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

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

1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, minibar

Sunrise Pool Water Villa I Complimentary Seaplane for 7 nights and more I Non-Motorized Water Sports

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

135 sq m
1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed

Beach Pool Villa I Complimentary Seaplane for 7 nights and more I Non-Motorized Water Sports

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

135 sq m
1 bedroom
Beach view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed

Sunset Pool Water Villa I Complimentary Seaplane for 7 nights and more I Non-Motorized Water Sports

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

135 sq m
1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed

2 Bedroom Ocean Pool Residence I Complimentary Seaplane for 5 nights I One Premium Experience

Exceptional

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

377 sq m
2 bedrooms
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds

Villa, Ocean View (Pool)

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

LED TV

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed

2 Bedroom Beach Pool Residence I Complimentary Seaplane for 5 nights I One Premium Experience

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

660 sq m
2 bedrooms
Resort view
Sleeps 8
1 Double Bed

3 Bedroom Island Pool Residence I Complimentary Seaplane for 5 nights I One Premium Experience

Highlights

Furnished patio

Separate dining area

Separate sitting area

Individually furnished

Individually decorated

Private pool

Air conditioning

Free cots/infant beds

830 sq m
3 bedrooms
Sea view
Sleeps 10
1 Double Bed

About the area

Located in Manafaru Island, JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives is in a rural area and on a private beach. While the natural beauty of Medhafushi and Govvaafushi can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Baarah Dock. Don't miss out on a visit to Maldives Climate Observatory. 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

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About this property

JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives

Luxury resort near Medhafushi

Located close to Govvaafushi, JA Manafaru, The Real Maldives provides a beach bar, a poolside bar and a terrace. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Indulge in a hot stone massage, aromatherapy and a body treatment at the on-site spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and Asian cuisine. The 24-hour gym offers yoga classes and fitness classes; other things to do include snorkelling, beach volleyball and kayaking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with an art gallery on-site and designer shops on-site.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

2 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Free bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
Express check-in, babysitting (surcharge) and a telescope
Farming classes, outdoor furniture and beach towels

Room features

All 84 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as 24-hour room service and private pools, in addition to perks, such as premium bedding and furnished patios.

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/cupboards, 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 on-site 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 drinks included

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All non-motorised water sports are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Rowing/canoeing

Snorkelling

Land activities

Cycling

Fitness facilities

Football

Tennis

Volleyball

Children's club

Lessons/classes/games

Bartending

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

On-site live performances

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free dial-up internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times for a surcharge

Food and drink

3 bars/lounges
7 restaurants
A beach bar
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Andiamo Bistro and Pool
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
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
Snorkelling
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
In-room cot
Laundry facilities
Playground
Private pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

Meeting room

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 lift (single-level property)
Well-lit path to entrance

Banquet hall
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling 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 cot
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

Bidet
Children's slippers
Deep soaking bathtub
Dressing gowns
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 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

Air conditioning
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Ceiling fan
Desk
Desk chair
Eco-friendly toiletries
Electrical adapters
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
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

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via aeroplane and boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

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.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from July 7 2025 to April 30 2026 (dates subject to change):

One of the swimming pools

The property will be renovating from 4 July 2025 to 31 December 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:

One of the swimming pools

Guests will have access to the following alternative facilities during the renovation:

Outdoor pool

During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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 cots are available on request at the 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 (return)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 320 (return), (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

This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 any lifts

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 Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 24 December

A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work

Property is also known as

JA Manafaru

JA Manafaru Baarah

JA Manafaru Hotel

JA Manafaru Hotel Baarah

JA Manafaru Resort

JA Resort

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Hotel Haa Aliff Atoll

JA Manafaru

JA Manafaru, Maldives Resort

JA Manafaru, Maldives Manafaru Island

JA Manafaru, Maldives Resort Manafaru Island

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 to 6:00 PM. One of the swimming pools will be unavailable from July 7 2025 until April 30 2026 (dates subject to change). The property will be renovating one of the swimming pools from July 4 2025 until December 31 2025 (completion date subject to change).

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?

Checkout is at noon.

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 Medhafushi, Govvaafushi and Utheemu Palace. Regional attractions also include Baarah Dock and Maldives Climate Observatory.