JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
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JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
No.1 of Luxury Hotels in Shaviyani Atoll
Island, Atoll, Van'gaaru, Shaviyani Atoll, 02031, Maldives
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Edging the azure waters of Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is a sanctuary of scenic luxury. Find your respite in stylish overwater villas and beach villas with plush bedding, private pools and decks with stunning views of the shimmering Indian Ocean. Delight your palate with distinctive Japanese, Italian and global cuisine, along with treetop dining and buffet breakfasts at our diverse dining destinations. Discover a wide variety of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, jet-skiing and sailing. Children can also enjoy their own adventures in the Maldives at our Little Griffins kids' club. Refresh in the sparkling waters of our pool or get in an exhilarating workout at our modern fitness center. Punctuate a memorable day in Shaviyani Atoll with a rejuvenating beauty, massage or wellness therapy at our luxury spa. Discover the warm and inviting hospitality that awaits you at the best resort in Maldives, situated on a Maldives beach luxury resort on water.Show More
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Highlights
Airport drop-off available
Lots to do
Delicious breakfastAmenities
Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Beach volleyball
Beach bar
Diving
Snorkeling
Spa
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Property Description
Edging the azure waters of Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is a sanctuary of scenic luxury. Find your respite in stylish overwater villas and beach villas with plush bedding, private pools and decks with stunning views of the shimmering Indian Ocean. Delight your palate with distinctive Japanese, Italian and global cuisine, along with treetop dining and buffet breakfasts at our diverse dining destinations. Discover a wide variety of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, jet-skiing and sailing. Children can also enjoy their own adventures in the Maldives at our Little Griffins kids' club. Refresh in the sparkling waters of our pool or get in an exhilarating workout at our modern fitness center. Punctuate a memorable day in Shaviyani Atoll with a rejuvenating beauty, massage or wellness therapy at our luxury spa. Discover the warm and inviting hospitality that awaits you at the best resort in Maldives, situated on a Maldives beach luxury resort on water.
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4.6/5
GreatNice hotel and service are good
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Surroundings
Airport: Maafaru International Airport
(26.2 miles)
Landmarks: Best Dives Vagaru
(1100 ft)
Dining: Shio
(100 ft)
Dining: Vista
(750 ft)
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Policies
6
Beach Pool Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Sunrise view
1 King bed
248m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
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4
Beach Pool Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Sunset view
1 King bed
248m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
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2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunrise+2Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunrise
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
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7
Duplex Overwater Pool, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King
1 King bed
274m² | Floor: 2
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
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4
Overwater Pool Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Sunrise view, Ocean view
1 King bed
234m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Bathtub
Refrigerator
TV
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5
2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunrise+3Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunset
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
Check Availability
5
2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunrise+2Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunset
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
Check Availability
4
OVERWATER POOL VILLA SUNRISE
1 Queen bed
100m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
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2
2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunrise+3Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunrise
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
Check Availability
6
Overwater Pool Villa, 1 Bedroom Villa, 1 King, Sunset view
1 King bed
234m² | Floor: 1
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
Check Availability
2
2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunset+2Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunset
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
Check Availability
10
Duplex Beach Pool, 2 Bedroom Villa
1 King bed and 2 Double bed
285m² | Floor: 2
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bathtub
Refrigerator
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1
2Ns Beach Pool Villa Sunset+3Ns Overwater Pool Villa Sunset
1 Queen bed
Has window
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Toothbrushes
Microwave
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Guest Reviews
4.6/5
Great
48 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.6
- Amenities4.6
- Location4.5
- Service4.6
Average for similar properties in Van'gaaru
AI Summary
The accommodation impresses with overwater villas and snorkeling gear. Guests appreciate the exceptional service, cleanliness, and spacious, comfortable rooms. The spa facilities are highly recommended.
龚浚龙
October 7, 2024
The experience at JW Marriott was great and we were impressed with both the service and the facilities. Our housekeeper Shamil's meticulous care made our trip happier. Will choose here again next time!
DCSC
September 28, 2024
Nice hotel and service are good
Guest User
December 28, 2023
The environment of the Maldives hotels is beautiful and the service is also very good! But there are some details that I’m not happy to share: 1. Indians like to go to this island very much, so the overall flavor of the food on the island can be imagined! 2. The wind and waves around the island are very strong, the water is very desolate and there are no corals and fish, so it is not suitable for snorkeling. 3. The charges are very expensive, a bottle of mini Coke costs US$8, and a ton of rice is basically around US$500! 4. The service of the aquatic center is very poor. The spare snorkeling cylinder that comes with it cannot be inflated, but it has been filled before in other islands in Madai!
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Guest User
October 19, 2023
This is the cost of the hotel only. Flying by sea or land requires additional payment.
Need to pay attention to
Another point to note is that two meals are included in the day, but they are breakfast and lunch. This is not clearly stated. It should be said to be breakfast and lunch directly, not to mention two meals.
Those who include meals should also pay attention
Meal packages can be ordered to be delivered to the room for a similar meal delivery fee of only $29. But the funny thing is that children need to pay for meals to be delivered to the room...
The entire resort is not very big and can be used purely for leisure.
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danielel994
March 12, 2025
We had the pleasure of spending our Honeymoon on this island and although the vacation was extremely expensive it was one of the best experiences our life and worth it for our special occasion. We ended up spending 15.000 USD for 5 nights which is an average of 3k per night. We opted for all included in food but still it was a price extremely high for our expectation. The staff has made the experience special, from our personal assistant Naawish to the chef who made specially handmade gluten free food for me, his name is Rohit. He made me experience for the first time in my life Prata and other Indian food thanks to his skill in making everything gluten free for me. There are 5 or 6 restaurants in the island so there are plenty of option for you to eat every day in a different place. They also surprised us during the stay with small surprises for our honeymoon like giving us special seating on the dock during our last night and few other small gestures that were highly appreciated. The island is gorgeous and I think it's quite private so you have so many time in which you have the beach all for yourself. We stayed in both Overwater Villa and Beach Villa and I recommend doing the same so you can experience both during the stay. There are few reason that made me give though 4 stars and not 5 and here are some of the consideration if you plan to stay here: - Missing points as Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Member: For some reason the points received after the stay as Platinum member are less than what I was expecting. I reached out to them and they called me and sent me various emails acknowledging that I have not received what I and they were expecting. Up to this day (3 weeks from my stay) I still haven't received the missing points. Unfortunately they after stay support hasn't not been great and this has affected the overall experience. (Hopefully somebody from their staff will read this and follow up from my emails) - this brings to the second point. All activities, photo shooting, Taxes, GST, seaplane are not eligible for Points. For us was 33% of our overall spending (only 9.8k out of 15k spent were eligible for points). That's a lot of points and honestly I wasn't expecting to miss so many points from the stay. - This island is extremely expensive. We have traveled a lot around the world and this has been the most expensive place we have been. be ready to spend way more than you plan. Between villa, food and other activities we had planned 2k USD a day but we ended up spending 3k a day. Anything you do is expensive, even something simple like Shisha that anywhere else would cost you 30$ here will cost you more than 100$ . We had some photos taken by the photographer and it cost 450 USD to have a digital copy of them. I was honestly expecting to have it included in the package since we spent over 15.000 $
ThePlayerbookazine
January 8, 2025
The Maldives is a nation of over 1,000 islands and atolls spread out across 90,000 square kilometres in the Indian Ocean. Visiting any of its resorts requires flying into Malé, the Maldavian capital island and then taking separate transportation, usually via seaplane or speedboat, to the resort itself. For most of the Maldives resorts, once you’ve made a reservation, the resort takes care of all the pre-arrival logistics so that you don’t have to worry about anything. The JW Marriott Maldives was no exception, confirming our seaplane bookings on our behalf and having staff members at the International Airport to take care of arriving and departing guests. Upon arrival into Male, our JW Marriott hosts took our passports and completed check-in with Trans Maldivian Airways on our behalf. After check-in was complete and we had our boarding passes in hand, we boarded the JW Marriott private transport and driven across the airport towards the dedicated lounge facilities for guests who are awaiting their seaplane journey. Along the way, the driver let us know there was complimentary wifi onboard, the first of countless acts of going the extra mile service that we experienced on this trip. We were invited to make ourselves comfortable for the 30-minute wait before it would be time to board the seaplane. The JW Marriott Maldives, which completely encompasses Vagaru island in the remote Shaviyani Atoll, is a spectacular 50 minute seaplane ride and has to be one of the highlights of your holiday. It has to be said, that hotels here are very few and far between, so there’s pretty much uninterrupted views without another island in sight. This island won’t disappoint, with its amazing pure white sandy beaches and electric blue waters, plus, seclusion and serenity are the signature offering here! Vagaru island was a former resort adopted by JW Marriott with the designers having to work around many of the existing buildings. The result is a quirky take on a contemporary style with natural elements. All 60 villas have been designed from the outside to mimic the lines of a traditional Maldivian Dhoni boat. Each has a decent sized outdoor deck as well as a private pool. We booked the duplex villa option which gets a separate second en-suite room. This worked particularly well as we were travelling with two kids and gave us all our own space. Villas are categorised by their sunrise or sunset views and you can choose between overwater or beach, although do note, the overwater villas are set along quite a lengthy jetty. These villas also have bathrooms that overlook the walkway, so you will need to drop the blinds for privacy. For those staying in overwater villas which do not have the direct beach access, there are a plenty of designated sun lounger spots. The JW caters very well for both families and couples alike. There’s a large T-shaped family pool and then a separate pool called Pool 18, designed for adults-only. Pool 18 reaches out over the sea with am
ElevenMadison
January 8, 2025
For anyone who hasn’t been to the Maldives before then (aside from the gratingly outrageous cost of food and drink) you may well think that this hotel is fabulous. For anyone that has been to the Maldives before you will be bitterly disappointed and wish you had booked somewhere else. Lets start with the good things. We stayed in the two bedroom pool villa. Yes, as some people have mentioned it is a little dated but the villa itself is very spacious and gave us a very comfortable stay. The main bedroom is large with a huge en suite with deep soaking tub and plenty of piping hot water (big tick!) The kids bedroom, directly off the master bedroom is small but has a full bathroom with shower and a tub. Upstairs, there is a further room currently set up as a lounge with day bed, mini bar, TV and a further shower room making it perfect for a family with lots of children. Outside the villa had a good-sized pool and spacious garden and seating area. The beach villas are nicely spaced out so that you rarely see anyone else. We were assigned a butler who works very much like a Six Senses butler works. This whole system works very well. Unfortunately our main luggage was not offloaded from the seaplane which wasn’t a good start, especially as we had had to wait over three hours for the plane on arrival to Male. Thankfully, our butler Hassan tracked it down and had it back at the hotel four hours later. Unfortunately this meant that along with the seaplane wait we wasted a whole day of our holiday. Back to the plus points - The staff, they are a huge credit to the hotel. Everyone we met was so kind and friendly. They literally fall over themselves to help. They are quick to learn your likes and dislikes and people call you by your name. My son had an accident when playing football. The medic was called, he was treated, I was contacted by WhatsApp. My son said everyone was very caring. They proceeded to check up on him for the next two days. The quality of treatments in the spa are super. Joyce gave the best massages. I am very wary of taking a massage as the last time I was in the Maldives a therapist caused a lot of damage to a shoulder which resulted in steroid injections , physio and a lot of pain for almost a year, so poor Joyce was given a lot of instructions of what not to do or touch. She was incredible. The only downside was the cost of a massage, by the time you add the ++ you are looking at $200 for 50 mins. Quality of food in general very good but the cost is outrageous. They are more than double what we have paid in other Maldives hotels - including The Four Seasons . Meal packages are also very expensive. Every price is ++ so thats an extra 22% on top of the price you see. If you want to upgrade to the all inclusive package thats $450 ++ for anyone 12 years and older - so essentially $550USD and tips are expected on top! Children 12 and over are expected to pay adult price for meal packages! Alternatively you can opt to eat in Aliaa
honorico
December 19, 2024
Very poorly managed resort. Totally dilapidated and not maintained. The wood panels are falling off the villas, the decking has not been maintained and you can easily hurt yourself as it is full of splinters and shards. The metal ladders that goes into the sea is so thin it hurts yourself going in and out of the water and it is bent and dangerous. I am guessing the resort manager probably does not know how to swim so he thinks people should not be swimming here too. 0 attention to detail. No idea of maintenance. The sea has rocks and is shallow even at high tide and there is strong currents. This part we can forgive as it is just the nature I guess. But there are much better resorts out there. Nothing to do at the island. They give you no bikes. So you are trapped in your room and the restaurants. The Indian food and Maldivian food taste good. The rest of the food - Western is tasteless and not prepared properly. We ordered all of their dishes almost to get a taste, everything overall was good. But ceviche was not a ceviche, it was some kind of a supermarket coleslaw mixed with some kind of fish. For a resort claiming to be a luxury resort not acceptable. I would still rate the food better than the other resorts, the Indian options kind of save this one. The service at the restaurant is terrible. They don’t clean the tables on time so when you arrive it first of all looks unwelcoming with really cheap furniture, dark colors and looks messy and disorganized. It feels like a third world cafeteria, not a luxury resort. Shameful for Marriott. The cheap owner of the resort saved money on tables, they look like the same kind of tables I saw at a casual tea garden in Pakistan not what you would expect from a so-called luxury resort. When you see this kind of experience it makes you think how much you are being had as you are being charged 30-40 dollars for a basic salad. Not a good experience. The glasses, the tables were dirty and they could not properly even serve. And people don’t know how to serve anything they keep asking you if the food is good etc… it gets really tiring. I am posting the picture of how they showcase salmon at breakfast. I guess it costs so much to import it, they want you to see it but not eat it. And it is not served on ice. In this kind of tropical hot weather not how you serve salmon. The breakfast also only goes on until 10 am. So you need to wake up early as if you are going to work to rush to breakfast … not luxurious. The other resorts go until 11. If you want the breakfast to be delivered to your room they charge 27 dollars. In other resorts it is free. So you have to wake up and go to the dirty cafeteria. Sorry, but it looks quite terrible. Like a cafeteria nothing more. Nothing luxurious about it. Island time… they add +1 hour to the schedule so they can put you to bed early to cut the day short. If you are not the kind that wakes up early terrible resort to be at as you are being imposed a day tha
Services & Amenities
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Sunbathing area
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Beach volleyball
Beach bar
Diving
Snorkeling
Spa
Additional charge
Massage room
Gym
Priority airport pick-up
Bar
Library
Billiards room
Cardroom
Restaurant
Cafe
Priority airport drop-off
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Multi-function room
Secretarial services
Karaoke
Children's pool
Playground
Kids' club
Childcare service
Additional charge
Currency exchange
24-hour front desk
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Luggage storage
Outdoor swimming pool
Private beach area
Spa
Gym
Bar
Billiards room
Restaurant
Multi-function room
Playground
Kids' club
Restaurant
Restaurant
Cuisine: Chinese
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Free
Outdoor swimming pool
Infinity pool
Pool with view
Parking
Parking
Transportation
Priority airport pick-up
Station pick-up service
Additional charge
Priority airport drop-off
Front Desk Services
Currency exchange
Safe at front desk
Luggage storage
Concierge service
VIP check-in service
24-hour front desk
Express check-in and check-out
Lockers available
Languages Spoken
English
Arabic
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
German
Russian
Food & Drink
Cafe
Bar
Room service
Snack bar
Halal meals provided
Health & Wellness
Billiards room
Hair and beauty salon
Gym
Massage room
Sunbathing area
Foot bath
Spa
Additional charge
Diving
Beach volleyball
Snorkeling
Body care
Yoga session
Fitness session
Personal trainer
Kayaking
Sailing
Water sports equipment
Activities
Karaoke
Cardroom
Private beach area
Fishing
Off-site
Gaming area
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
Beach bar
Public Areas
BBQ
Elevator
No smoking in public areas
Smoking area
Library
Gift shop
Humidifier
Picnic area
Garden
Cleaning Services
Laundry service (on-site)
Additional charge
Dry cleaning
Ironing service
Additional charge
Clothes dryer
Laundry detergent
Clothes steamer
Facilities for Children
Playground
Childcare service
Additional charge
Kids' club
Children's meals available
Children's slippers
Children's bathrobes
Children's toys
Kids' board games/puzzles
Books and videos for kids
Children's pool
Business Services
Postal service
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Wedding service
Multi-function room
Secretarial services
Multimedia display system
Coworking spaces
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available
Assistive listening devices
Wheelchairs available
Safety & Security
First aid room
CCTV in public areas
First aid kit
Fire alarm
Fire extinguisher
Smoke detector
Intruder alarm
Security personnel
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: After 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs and extra beds can be added.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 2 years old and under | Free Extra crib: Free |
Children 3–11 years old | Free |
Children 12 years old and over | $363.66 per person per night |
Breakfast
TypeAmerican, Asian, Continental, Gluten-free, Halal, Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
Opening hours[Mon - Sun] 07:00-10:00 Open
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 12 years old and under | Free |
Children 13–17 years old | $64.00 per person |
Adult | Buffet:$64.00 per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Deposit Policy
DepositDeposit required
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Service Animals
Service animals are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 2019
- Number of Rooms: 60
Edging the azure waters of Shaviyani Atoll, JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa is a sanctuary of scenic luxury. Find your respite in stylish overwater villas and beach villas with plush bedding, private pools and decks with stunning views of the shimmering Indian Ocean. Delight your palate with distinctive Japanese, Italian and global cuisine, along with treetop dining and buffet breakfasts at our diverse dining destinations. Discover a wide variety of activities, including snorkeling, scuba diving, jet-skiing and sailing. Children can also enjoy their own adventures in the Maldives at our Little Griffins kids' club. Refresh in the sparkling waters of our pool or get in an exhilarating workout at our modern fitness center. Punctuate a memorable day in Shaviyani Atoll with a rejuvenating beauty, massage or wellness therapy at our luxury spa. Discover the warm and inviting hospitality that awaits you at the best resort in Maldives, situated on a Maldives beach luxury resort on water.