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JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort

JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is a secluded sanctuary just 15 minutes from Velana International Airport. Designed for indulgence and reconnection, the 80 thoughtfully crafted private pool villas at our resort blend eco-conscious design with panoramic ocean views.

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Atoll

South Malé Atoll

Nearest Airport

Velana International Airport

Distance

11 KM

Transfer

Speedboat · Approximately 15 minutes

Rooms

9 room types

Facilities

Kids ClubGymYoga PavilionSpaSwimming PoolWatersports CentreDiving CentreBoutique Shop

Resort Profile

Room Mix80 private-pool villas across beachfront and overwater accommodation, including Beach Pool Villas, Marina Beach Pool Villas, Sunset Beach Pool Villas, Overwater Pool Villas, One-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villas, Family Beach Pool Villas, Two-Bedroom Beach Villas with Pool, Two-Bedroom Overwater Villas with Pool and the three-bedroom Ocean Residence.
Best forFamily, Couples, Wellness, Diving & Snorkelling, Eco-Conscious
HighlightsOnly 15 Minutes from Velana International Airport: The resort is approximately 11 kilometres from MLE and reached by speedboat. 80 Private-Pool Villas: Every villa has its own private pool, with accommodation across beachfront and overwater settings and multi-bedroom residences. Seven Dining Outlets: Veyo, Riva, Athiri, Wahoo, Nikkei, Tito's and Pure cover international, regional, South American, Japanese-Peruvian and garden-led cuisine. Mindful Wellness & Family Experiences: Spa by JW, Family by JW Kids Club, JW Garden, watersports, diving and destination dining create a multi-generational island experience.
Unique ToOcean Residence with Water Slide: The 729 sqm three-bedroom overwater residence includes its own gym, spa treatment room, living and dining areas, private pool and a slide into the lagoon. JW Garden & Pure: Island-grown vegetables, fruit and herbs are incorporated into menus, with Pure highlighting seasonal produce through a chef-led experience. Destination Dining: Private sandbank lunches and starlit dinners are tailored for couples, families and special occasions. Into the Blue: Beachfront and overwater villas offer direct access to the sea for swimming and spontaneous snorkelling.
SeasonalSnorkelling, diving, watersports and destination dining operate throughout the year subject to weather and ocean conditions. Seasonal menus at Pure follow produce harvested from the JW Garden.
EcoThe resort follows Marriott's Serve 360 framework and combines coral-restoration work, plastic-reduction initiatives, the organic JW Garden and biodiversity protection with the INVENA Project. Developed with MIT's Self-Assembly Lab, INVENA uses an underwater coastal structure to reduce wave impact and beach erosion while supporting the development of a future reef habitat and coral nursery.

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JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort Aerial

Villas

Room types and villa categories at JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort.

155 sqm · Private Pool

Overwater Pool Villa

2 Adults + 2 Children or 3 Adults
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed
Ocean View

155 sqm · Private Pool

Beach Pool Villa

2 Adults + 2 Children or 3 Adults
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed
Beach View

155 sqm · Private Pool

Marina Beach Pool Villa

2 Adults + 2 Children or 3 Adults
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Beach View

155 sqm · Private Pool

Sunset Beach Pool Villa

2 Adults + 2 Children or 3 Adults
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Beach View

230 sqm · Private Pool

One-Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa

2 Adults + 2 Children or 3 Adults
1 King Bed + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Pool View

209 sqm · Private Pool

Family Beach Pool Villa

Up to 4 Guests
1 King Bed + Bunk Beds
Beach View, Pool View

327 sqm · Private Pool

Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool

Up to 4 Guests
1 King Bed + 2 Double Beds + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Beach View, Pool View

327 sqm · Private Pool

Two-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool

Up to 4 Guests
1 King Bed + 2 Double Beds + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Pool View

729 sqm · Private Pool

Ocean Residence

Up to 6 Guests
2 King Beds + 1 Twin Bed + Sofa Bed
Ocean View, Pool View

Experiences

6 Experiences

House Reef & Lagoon Snorkelling

Step directly into the sea from beachfront and overwater villas for swimming and snorkelling, or join the Water Sports & Dive Center for guided marine exploration.

Scuba Diving

Explore Kaafu Atoll's underwater environment through guided dives and scuba programmes offered by the resort's Water Sports & Dive Center.

Jet Ski & Water Sports

The Water Sports & Dive Center offers jet skiing and a selection of ocean activities for guests looking to explore beyond the island.

Destination Dining

Private culinary experiences range from sandbank lunches to dinners beneath the stars, tailored for celebrations, couples and family occasions.

JW Garden Experience

Discover the island garden, where herbs, vegetables and fruit are grown for use across the culinary programme and seasonal dining at Pure.

Family by JW

The Family by JW Kids Club combines a whimsical treehouse, climbing and creative activities with a colourful Splash Park for younger guests.

Dining

7 Bars & Restaurants

InternationalBreakfastLunchDinner

Veyo

The beachfront all-day dining restaurant serves international cuisine with fresh ingredients and panoramic ocean views.

MediterraneanDinner

Riva

At Riva, guests can experience the soul of the Mediterranean in the heart of the Maldives. Inspired by the Amalfi Coast, the Greek Isles, and the Spanish Riviera, each dish celebrates the bounty of the sea and vibrant coastal spices.

Grill / BBQSeafoodDinner

Athiri

A South American-inspired oceanfront grill specialising in aged prime cuts cooked over charcoal alongside fresh seafood.

BarLight BitesLunchCocktail HourDinner

Wahoo

A relaxed poolside bar serving handcrafted cocktails, premium spirits and light bites throughout the day.

JapanesePeruvianBarLight BitesCocktail HourDinner

Nikkei

An overwater bar and dining concept blending Japanese technique with Peruvian flavours, crafted cocktails and light bites.

Light BitesLunch

Tito's

A deli and patisserie serving handcrafted chocolates, macarons, truffles, cakes, pastries and coffee.

MaldivianInternationalDinner

Pure

A seasonal oceanfront chef-led dining experience centred on produce harvested from the resort's JW Garden.

Wellness

Spa by JW

Set above the lagoon, Spa by JW is an overwater wellness retreat with six treatment rooms, a steam room, sauna, jacuzzi and dedicated yoga and fitness areas. Treatments incorporate BABOR precision skincare alongside personalised massage and restorative rituals.

Six Treatment Rooms Six overwater treatment rooms provide private spaces for massage, skincare and personalised wellness rituals.
Steam Room A dedicated steam room complements the spa's treatment and relaxation facilities.
Sauna The spa includes a sauna for heat-based relaxation and recovery.
Jacuzzi A jacuzzi forms part of the overwater spa's hydrotherapy and relaxation facilities.
Yoga & Fitness Dedicated yoga and fitness spaces support movement, mindfulness and personalised wellbeing.
BABOR Skincare Spa by JW features precision skincare treatments by German brand BABOR, introduced at the resort as a first for the Maldives.