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JA Manafaru Maldives

  • The grand water two bedroom suite features a pool, an expansive deck and sweeping views of an interrupted ocean. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    The grand water two bedroom suite features a pool, an expansive deck and sweeping views of an interrupted ocean. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • A traditional Maldivian cooking class will be a highlight of your stay. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    A traditional Maldivian cooking class will be a highlight of your stay. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • The gym on Manafaru has some sweeping views to take in while you work out. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    The gym on Manafaru has some sweeping views to take in while you work out. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • One of the menus at White Orchid was created with michelin-starred chef Da Dong. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    One of the menus at White Orchid was created with michelin-starred chef Da Dong. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • The hotel extols the virtues of learning the 'one thousand ways to do nothing' while on the island. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    The hotel extols the virtues of learning the 'one thousand ways to do nothing' while on the island. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • The over water bungalows at JA Manafaru are impressive. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
    The over water bungalows at JA Manafaru are impressive. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
  • The water villas are a perfect blend of traditional Maldivian architecture and and modernity. Courtesy JA Manafaru
    The water villas are a perfect blend of traditional Maldivian architecture and and modernity. Courtesy JA Manafaru
  • JA Manafaru is a 35-acre island, and feels just big enough to spend a few days on. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
    JA Manafaru is a 35-acre island, and feels just big enough to spend a few days on. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
  • The Royal Island Suite is located on the beach. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
    The Royal Island Suite is located on the beach. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
  • The spa at JA Manafaru is the perfect place to wile away a few hours. Courtesy JA Manafaru.
    The spa at JA Manafaru is the perfect place to wile away a few hours. Courtesy JA Manafaru.