Name: JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
Address: Lhaviyani Atoll, Maldives

Island Snapshot

Comprehensive Score

9.3/ 10

Combined score from reef, beach, family, photo, and honeymoon dimensions.

Opened / Renovated

Opened in 2019

Transfer Time

TBD

Distance to Male

192KM

Reef

3.0

Lagoon

5.0

Beach

5.0

Family

5.0

Photography

5.0

Honeymoon

5.0

Star Rating

6 Stars

Price From

$622

Booking

9.4 (38)

Agoda

9.1 (12)

Google

4.7 (222)

Tripadvisor

4.7 (413)

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Estimation Base

$622pp

Reference price only, subject to date and room type.

Off-season (4n)$4,974

Peak-season (4n)$6,391

Meal Plans:Half BoardFull BoardAll Inclusive

Transfer Fee:Adult $695 / Child $350

Green Tax:$6 pp/night

Child Policy

Age 0-1：Free
Age 2-11：$160/night
Age 12+：Adult price

Price Estimator

NightsAdultsKids

Est. Total (Inc. Tax/Service/Transfer)

$5,402 - $6,602

Room $4,974 · Transfer $193

Services & Facilities

Quick checklist of resort services and facilities.

Featured Services

Chinese ServicePrivate ButlerPrivate PoolBathtubWedding Photography

Facility Services

Kids ClubSPAPADI DivingAirport Lounge

Resort Intro

The Maldives JW Marriott Resort, formerly known as Viceroy, is located in the Shaviyani Atoll and can be reached by seaplane in approximately 45 minutes, offering panoramic views of the Maldivian archipelago. The resort was acquired by Marriott International in 2023, becoming the company’s fifth property in the Maldives. Architectural renovations preserved the original two-story villa design while upgrading public areas and finer details. The island features six restaurants, three bars, and two public pools. It comprises 31 water villas and 29 beach villas, with a high-end overall configuration. The seawall is level with the sea surface, minimizing visual obstruction. Staff numbers range from about 340 to 370, resulting in a staff-to-guest ratio of 7:1. All-inclusive packages include breakfast and dinner, with other restaurants offering 40% discounts; additional spending averages around $100 per person. Breakfast service extends until 11 a.m. Snorkeling conditions are favorable, leveraging the existing island infrastructure to offer scuba diving lessons. All room types include complimentary floating breakfasts, with high vegetation coverage and effective mosquito protection measures. Water villas feature a two-story layout, with a sofa bed and private bathroom on the upper level, allowing flexible conversion into a two-bedroom setup. Both floors are equipped with mini-bars and televisions. Beach villas are surrounded by lush greenery, and the front lagoon displays multi-layered color variations under sunlight. The main restaurant, AAILAA, offers customized dining options. Diverse culinary experiences are available at Italian restaurant FIAMMA, treehouse Thai restaurant KAASHI, Japanese restaurant HASHI, barbecue restaurant SHIO, and Middle Eastern-Indian restaurant RIHA. All-inclusive guests may dine at designated restaurants and enjoy drinks freely at the bars. Chinese menus and Chinese-speaking staff are provided, along with personalized butler service. SPA treatments support custom essential oil blending and feature Chinese-language menu options—ensuring comprehensive operational coverage since opening.

Island Advantages ① Part of the Marriott group, featuring infrastructure and service standards aligned with industry benchmarks. ② Two-story duplex villas provide excellent spatial flexibility and enhanced guest experience. ③ Limited number of rooms makes it ideal for travelers seeking quiet, private environments, such as honeymooners.

Island Disadvantages One side of the island features a long seawall; snorkeling conditions are moderate, with limited depth and scope. Professional snorkelers are advised to arrange offshore excursions.

Dining

Aailaa

Buffet

This restaurant, located right by the beach, offers dining services throughout the day, featuring lunch and dinner menus as well as a buffet breakfast with live cooking stations.

Kaashi

Ordering

Kaashi Restaurant is nestled within a unique treehouse structure offering panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. The restaurant serves Thai-inspired cuisine alongside a wide selection of cocktails and an extensive collection of rums—98 varieties to choose from.

Hashi

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Hashi Restaurant is built over water and features a traditional Japanese interior design. Guests can enjoy watching teppanyaki chefs prepare meals right before their eyes, while savoring a variety of classic Japanese dishes, including sake. Reservations are required.

Wine Room

The wine cellar is located at the center of the main restaurant and houses 1,620 bottles of red wine from 320 brands worldwide. Access to this area requires prior reservation.

Rum Baan

Rum Baan Treehouse Bar is nestled among the treetops beside Kaashi Treehouse Thai Restaurant, offering a curated selection of 98 rums from around the world, paired with authentic Thai-inspired dishes.

Horizon Bar

The lakeside sunset bar offers tropical-inspired drinks in the Maldives, featuring stunning sunset views. The venue supports evening activities and is ideal for lingering during the late afternoon to nighttime hours.

Wabi Sabi

Wabi Sabi Bar is situated on the water, adjacent to Hashi Japanese Restaurant. The venue offers Japanese-inspired smoked cocktails, along with a curated selection of wines, Japanese sake, teas, and whiskies, accompanied by small bites with Japanese flavors. Reservations are required to visit the bar.

Fiamma

Ordering

An outdoor café located beside the pool at the island's center, serving authentic Italian wood-fired pizzas and other Italian dishes. The restaurant opened in 2023 and is accessible on foot.

Shio

Ordering

Located within the hotel, this waterfront restaurant offers modern barbecue-style dining. It specializes in high-quality meats and seafood. The restaurant's signature drinks are smoked cocktails. Reservations are recommended.

Room Types

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Sunrise Beach Pool Villa

Count

Area

248 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This room type is one of just three sunrise beach pool villas on the entire island, with a gross floor area of 248㎡ and an eastern orientation offering views of the sunrise. It features the same amenities as the sunset beach villas, including complimentary Wi-Fi, a coffee machine, and a 55-inch television. The villa includes a private swimming pool exceeding 33㎡ in size, and the bathroom features a standalone bathtub, an indoor rain shower, and an outdoor shower. It also has a direct beach access pathway leading to the crystal-clear waters of the blue lagoon.

Private Pool Size: 33㎡

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Overwater Pool Villa （Sunrise）

Count

Area

234 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

There are 19 water villas, each with a gross floor area of 234㎡. Depending on orientation, guests can choose between sunrise or sunset-facing room types. The rooms feature sliding doors leading to private decks offering views of the Indian Ocean. The bathrooms include a standalone bathtub, an indoor rain shower, and an outdoor shower. With a pool area exceeding 15.6㎡, these villas provide unobstructed ocean views and an ideal vantage point for watching sunrises over the Maldives.

Private Pool Size: 15㎡

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Suncet Beach Pool Villa

Count

Area

248 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This room type comprises three sunset beach pool villas across the entire island, with a total floor area of 248㎡ and a west-facing orientation offering stunning sunset views. It maintains the same facility configuration as the sunrise beach villas, including complimentary Wi-Fi, coffee machine, and a 55-inch television. The villa features a private swimming pool exceeding 33㎡ in size, while the bathroom includes a standalone bathtub, an indoor rain shower, and an outdoor shower. A direct beach pathway leads to the crystal-clear waters of the blue lagoon.

Private Pool Size: 33㎡

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Overwater Pool Villa （Sunset）

Count

Area

234 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This water villa is one of 19 buildings across the island, with a floor area of 234㎡. It comes in two orientations—sunrise or sunset views—allowing guests to choose their preferred direction. The room features sliding doors leading to a private deck, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor spaces for uninterrupted views of the Indian Ocean. The bathroom includes a standalone bathtub, an indoor rain shower, and an outdoor shower. With a pool area exceeding 15.6㎡, it offers panoramic ocean views ideal for watching Maldivian sunsets.

Private Pool Size: 15㎡

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Duplex Beach Pool 2 Bedroom Villa

Count

Area

285 sqm

Capacity

5 Adults or 2 Adults, 3 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This duplex beachfront pool villa is one of 13 buildings across the island, with a total construction area of 285㎡, featuring one master bedroom and one twin bedroom. The lower level includes a private bathroom, while the upper level boasts a lounge with an attached bathroom. Situated in a coastal zone surrounded by lush vegetation, the villa offers excellent natural shade. It provides a perfect space for family members to relax by the pool, while keeping an eye on children playing on the white sandy shores of the Indian Ocean.

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Duplex Overwater Pool Villa

Count

Area

285 sqm

Capacity

3 Adults or 2 Adults, 2 Children

Private Pool

Yes

This duplex water villa is located in one of the island's 13 buildings, with a total floor area of 274㎡. It features a private independent swimming pool and a terrace area that leads directly to the lagoon. The upper level includes a bathroom and a relaxation area with ocean views. For additional guests, the sofa on the upper level can be converted into a bed.