Hotel Review: JA Manafaru, Maldives
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 มิ.ย. 2024
- JA Manafaru is located on the farthest northern stretch of perfect Maldivian islands. We were so excited to have the chance to experience this raw, unique resort in 2022. The resort is reminiscent of the Maldives 30 years ago, and it did not disappoint. While some resorts look out at other resorts and local islands, there is truly nothing but sandbars and palm trees in the distance at JA Manfaru.
In the review, we’ll tell you everything you need to know:
00:00 - JA Manafaru Intro
00:33 - JA Manafaru Location
02:02 - JA Manafaru Lobby & Check in
03:45 - JA Manafaru Rooms
07:36 - JA Manafaru Service
10:15 - JA Manafaru Dining
14:18 - JA Manafaru Facilities
17:12 - JA Manafaru Style
For the full written review, check it out here:
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The hotel is located on a private island that is completely natural, with towering banyan trees and palm trees that cast stunning shadows across the entire property. The white sand beaches are filled with fine sand and teal blue water as far as the eye can see. This remote luxury resort is perfect for travelers looking to get as far away from seaplane sounds, boat traffic and light pollution as possible.
In the Maldives, your lobby and check in experience actually begins in the Malé international airport when you arrive. You are greeted by a JA representative at the arrivals area and taken to the domestic terminal to check in for the flight. JA Manafaru is the furthest northern hotel in the Maldives and was not running seaplane transfers so a 45-minute domestic flight and a 45-minute boat ride was the only way to get to the resort. They recently opened the domestic airport just 5 minutes from Manafaru to allow for MUCH easier access for guests.
JA Manafaru has 84 villas split between beach villas, overwater villas and residences, each with their own private pool. We were booked into the Deluxe Beach Villa with Family Private Pool for 2 nights and upgraded to the Two Bedroom Ocean Residence with Family Infinity Pool for the last 2 nights. We also were able to tour a few room types so we will break down the different options so you can choose the best room for you.
The standard beach villas with pools are a great option if you are looking for a comfortable villa without breaking the bank. While the pools are smaller, you are still getting a true Maldives experience with the outdoor bathroom, outdoor lounging pagoda next to the pool and the spectacular views from your bed. This villa sits at 2,100 square feet inclusive of the outdoor spaces and is an excellent choice if you plan to spend most of your time exploring the island and indulging in the amenities of the hotel, while still seeking a comfortable, private villa to come back to. I mentioned this earlier, but there’s truly no bad view or bad villa on this property and that includes the beach villas.
The Ocean Residence is stunning and sits at just over 4,000 square feet. This villa is at the very end of the jetty and is perfectly symmetrical. Two identical bedroom suites protrude from the central living area and there is nothing but stunning, untouched lagoon and sandbars in sight. The living room has a large sofa facing out towards the patio and lagoon. There is a half bath as well as a butler pantry that contains the minibar, wine fridge, full sized refrigerator and nespresso machine.
The property has everything and more and really feels like they developed a lot of their facilities to ensure even on the rainiest days, guests have a lot of opportunities to explore the island and not be bored.
Manafaru is a wonderful island to explore and discover because everything is so incredibly lush. Be sure to spend a day hunting for one of the few messages in a bottle tucked beneath the banyan trees or between bushes - they contain free gifts like bottles of wine, discounts to the spa and more ;).
If you're looking for our Destination Guide on the Maldives, check it out here:
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So check it out and let us know what you think in the comments below!
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My wife and I are going to JA Manafaru in February for our honeymoon so it’s great to see our destination in such detail. Thank you so much for such a comprehensive review!
Hi Matt! Thanks so much for your comment!! I'm so glad you found the video helpful :). We are so jealous you are heading there in Feb!! Have an amazing time and don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions :). - maren
How was that ?
Again, a super helpful and detailed review! Good work guys! 😊
Thank you so much, Mary!!! Appreciate the love ❤️
Beautiful property . I especially like the infinity pool and the interior decors in the villas ! Can’t wait to see what’s next !
The infinity pool is definitely one of our highlights too! Thanks so much :)
You guys are the Best on TH-cam!!
Aw thank you so much Rick!! That means the world to us ❤️❤️. Thanks for watching!
We love, love, love your films!!! Being huge Maldives fans ourselves, we really appreciate your input on islands we have not yet visited. Like Manafaru. 🤗😀🌞🍾 We decided def on Milaidhoo after seeing your film for example. You are the best!!!!!
Thank you so much, Linda!!! Your comment made our day ❤️. So glad you’re watching!! Safe travels!!
@@VoyagerGuru Thanks! Next trip in February. Ozen Maadhoo, Faarufushi and Hurawalhi! 😀
Omg can’t wait to hear about it!!!
Great video!
Thank you so much for the feedback :)
I'm obsessed with the Maldives which is how I came across your channel, and I'm so glad I did. Have you traveled to Tenerife? It's on my bucket list.
Hey there!! Thanks so much ❤️❤️. We love the Maldives too 😍😍. We have not been to Tenerife yet but it’s on our list- looks beautiful!!!
My wife and i love this video we have book for December 23 thanks a lot 😎
That sounds amazing!! I hope you have the best time!! ❤️
Another excellent review. When will you review Pullman.
Hi there! Thank you so much!! It means a lot to us :). Actually, we will be reviewing Pullman in may!! Stay tuned :) we can’t wait to film it and share it with you!
Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You're welcome 😊 let us know if you have any questions!
Voyager Guru is a truly a great Maldives review channel! You guys mentioned that you were at JA Manafru in low season but may I ask which month were you at JA Manafaru? We're planning to return to the Maldives to celebrate our 20th anniversary in September and we're worried about the bad weather.
Hi Yvonne! Thank you so much for your comment!! That sounds like a great trip :). September is one of the better months in the Maldives so you should be fine! We were there in May which is essentially the height of the monsoon rains off the coast of india. I hope this helps! Let us know any questions you have!
@@VoyagerGuru Yes!! It’s definitely helpful!! I’m watching all your vlogs and will share them with my friends :)
Aww thank you so much!!!!
Btw we are heading to 6 more resorts next months so be sure to stay tuned!!
I have been convinced
Thank you so much for your comment- we are delighted to hear that! Let us know any questions you have anytime!
Amazing video! What time of year did you visit?
Hi Marquisha! Thank you for your comment :). We were there in May 2022!
I have been following your travels for a while now, and always trust your feedback to be so dependable and honest.
I would love to know which resort each of you would call your 100% favorite all inclusive resort?
Is there 1 that you would go to time and time again without hesitation? Would love a video on this!
Ours would be a hard tie between Xcaret Arte and Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana.
Thank you ❤️
Hi Kayla! Thank you so much for your feedback and comment :). Oh gosh- that's such a good questions! It's hard to answer because there are many factors at play including location, the purpose of our trip etc. We definitely have some favorites like Le Blanc in Cabo for their incredible butler service and inclusions, Emerald maldives thanks to their wine program, Hyatt Cap Cana likely for the same reasons you have (food quality, service, easy to get to). I love the idea of a video - I will think about how we can make that :). Also, Xcaret Arte is definitely on my list!!
Thanks so much :)
Loved the review thanks!! Just wondering if there is an all inclusive package you can book?
Thank you so much, Nishane! There is an all inclusive package that includes most of the restaurants, tea time, sundowners, alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks and discounts on some of the romantic packages :). I'd highly recommend!!
Super helpful review as always with your videos!
I am heading to the Maldives dec 28-Jan 8 and I am torn between staying at the Lux Ari Atoll, JA Manufaru, or the Ayada. Which of these would you say has the most beautiful crystal clear blue water, sandbanks, and water activities? I plan on being mostly by the ocean... JA is beautiful but it seems like they have more indoor activities from what I see in this video?
Please help
Thanks!
Hi Angie! Thanks for your comment! That sounds like an amazing trip. JA does have a lot of indoor activities but they also have a lot of outdoor stuff, honestly. We just were unlucky with the weather 🤣. Of the three, I’d say JA is the he’s quality resort and the remoteness allows sea life to flourish and the water is spectacular!
If you need any help, happy to help. We do get some preferred rates to properties like JA so happy to check them out so you can compare! Feel free to DM me on IG or email me at team@voyagerguru.com :) - maren
The music in your video is very good, what is the name of the music?
Hey there! Thanks for reaching out! It's called Cabo Cantina by PALA: app.soundstripe.com/songs/14933 I hope this helps! Glad you enjoyed it :)
Looks beautiful. Please visit Ayada. It’s wonderful.
Thanks so much for your comment! It's on our list!
@@VoyagerGuru I watched your Cora Cora and Pullman review to find something as good as Ayada but no, not those 2. I will keep searching. Your videos are great and very informative. Thank you for great work.
Thank you so much! We’re heading back in a few months so stay tuned for more resorts! There are so many fabulous properties in the Maldives
Did you do the all inclusive here by any chance? If so, was it truly all-inclusive/limitless for all the restaurants and bars? (Except the wine room of course.)
Hi Kathleen! Thank you for your comment! They do offer an all-inclusive package and it's pretty good. It includes all meals, high tea, sundowner canapes, cocktails/mocktails and a selection of wines and beers. While it is not as extensive as an all-inclusive only hotel such as Emerald or one of those, it is excellent quality and does include a lot. It does also include the minibar. You can see one of their deals is available on luxury escapes right now (sign up is free to the site): luxuryescapes.com/us/offer/ja-manafaru-maldives/0062y00000BcbiVAAR
Their AI package also includes a discount to the experiences like the Dining by Design we did :).
Hope this helps!
@@VoyagerGuru thank you! Yes that is so helpful, and I actually booked the all inclusive luxury escapes deal last week and am so looking forward to it!! I just was unsure on the all inclusive, like if we could go to the pool bar at anytime and have a cocktail or if it was just with meals or what exactly!
@@kathleenheaslet9443 totally fair questions to ask!! And thankfully, yes, you can #roseallday hehe!! Don’t hesitate to reach out with any other questions!! I hope you guys have the best time
One point please if you can clarify, what is the difference between sunset and sunrise water villa? Which better
Hi Eman! Thanks for reaching out! The rooms on the sunrise side are the exact same layout on the sunset side, the only real difference is one is facing the sunrise direction and the other faces sunset. It is important to note, however, that the predominant wind comes into the sunset side, so if you don't want your patio to be very windy, the sunrise side tends to be a bit calmer. That being said, if you're an early bird then sunrise is AMAZING, but if you like to sleep in, i'd say go with sunset :)
I heard this Island also offer unlimited icecream 🍨
Now that is speaking our language!!
These sponsored videos do a good job but it's not the full picture. We loved our honeymoon.
Hi @siouxskies! We’re so glad you enjoyed your honeymoon at JA, it’s an incredible property! Just to clarify, whilst we do get hosted by the properties during our stay to produce content, the thoughts and opinions in our review are not influenced by the hotel, and are our honest review based on our extensive experience across resorts around the world! Definitely would love to hear more about your thoughts on the resort as it really helps our viewers and future guests know what to expect based on your experience! Looking forward to hearing from you!
What was the name of the room you showcased here? Any idea if the sunset room has a private pool? Is it small sized? I feel like their website doesn't share enough pictures of the room types.