Ocean-view bathOverwater hammockWaterslideSeaplane loungeKids’ clubChinese diningPrivate pool in base villaButlerPADI dive centerSpa
Experience ratings
Snorkeling3 / 53
Beach4 / 54
Families5 / 55
Lagoon5 / 55
Honeymoon5 / 55
Photography5 / 55
House reef3 / 53
About the island
JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is another luxury hotel newly opened in the Maldives by Marriott International. The hotel is 11 kilometers from Male and can be reached by a 15-minute speedboat ride from Male. JW Marriott Kaafu has a total of 80 villas, including 33 beach villas and 47 water villas; all room types are equipped with private pools and offer sea views. There are 5 restaurants and 2 bars, where you can taste international cuisines from South America, India, Japan, and more. The island is located within Kaafu Atoll, with good snorkeling near the island and original Maldives coral reefs; the hotel provides free snorkeling equipment, and water villas allow direct access to the sea for snorkeling. Stay at JW Marriott Kaafu Resort and enjoy the magical charm of the Maldives.
Why stay here
A luxury brand under Marriott, with guaranteed quality. As a new island opening in 2025, facilities and equipment are new, all room types are large in area, and private pools are standard.
Highlights
1. A newly renovated island with brand-new facilities and experiences, very photogenic; 2. Reachable by a 15-minute speedboat; 3. Basic beach villas have bunk beds, very suitable for traveling with children; 4. Rich island restaurants, and the main restaurant also has a dedicated Chinese food area; 5. Children aged 0-6 have preferential policies.
Before you go
There are slightly too many Y-shaped breakwaters, but the blue of the lagoon is very photogenic and will look very striking in any weather!
Children’s policy
Children accepted: 6-11.99 years old 2400/person
Villas and rooms
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Overwater Pool Villa
Room count · 42Area · 155㎡Private pool · Yes
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Room Description: This spacious 155-square-meter accommodation offers ample living space for your daily needs, featuring a king-size bed for ultimate comfort. Enjoy your own private pool and bathtub, complemented by premium amenities for a perfect holiday experience.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Beach Pool Villa
Room count · 20Area · 155㎡Private pool · Yes
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Beach view, offering a spacious 155 square meters for your daily living, and a king-size bed for your sleep needs, with its own private pool and bathtub, and complete daily necessities for a perfect holiday experience.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 1 child
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Sunset Beach Pool Villa
Room count · 7Area · 155㎡Private pool · Yes
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A unique location to enjoy perfect sunsets, offering 155 sqm of extra space for daily living, and a king bed for your sleep needs. It has its own private pool and bathtub, with complete daily amenities for a perfect holiday experience.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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One Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
Room count · 3Area · 230㎡Private pool · Yes
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Provides a super-large space of 230 square meters for your daily living, with a bathtub facing the sea view and a king-size bed to meet your relaxation needs. It has its own outdoor private pool; soak in the pool by the ocean and enjoy your perfect holiday.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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One Bedroom Beach Pool
Room count · 3Area · 209㎡Private pool · Yes
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Provides a super-large space of 209 square meters for your daily living, with a bathtub facing the pool and a king-size bed to meet your relaxation needs. It has its own private space—an outdoor private pool—to enjoy your perfect and free holiday.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Two Bedroom Overwater Pool Villa
Room count · 2Area · 327㎡Private pool · Yes
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Offering a spacious 327 sqm for your daily living, with floor-to-ceiling windows facing the ocean, a king bed and two single beds, perfect for family trips or gatherings. It has its own outdoor ocean-view private pool; soak in the pool by the ocean and enjoy your perfect holiday.
Maximum occupancy
4 adults or 3 adults 2 children
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Two Bedroom Beach Pool Villa
Room count · 2Area · 327㎡Private pool · Yes
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Offering a super large living space of 327 square meters, with the freedom of a resort experience. Your daily life includes a separate living room, bathroom, and two bedrooms to meet your living needs. You have your own outdoor private pool, and in a separate private space, soak in the pool and enjoy your perfect holiday.
Maximum occupancy
4 adults or 3 adults 2 children
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Overwater Ocean Residence
Room count · 1Area · 729㎡Private pool · Yes
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Offering the island's largest 729 sqm daily living space over the sea, with the largest living area, two king beds, and one double bed to meet different needs, plus a private outdoor pool. Soak in the pool by the ocean and enjoy a perfect holiday.
Maximum occupancy
5 adults or 4 adults 2 children
Restaurants and bars
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Veyo
Service style · Buffet & À La CarteGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Buffet breakfast 7:00-10:30, lunch 12:30-15:00, dinner 19:30-22:00. Restaurant introduction: Veyo has a very high ceiling and is a spacious and elegant dining space. Guests can dine in this space, enjoy international cuisine, or taste selected wines.
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Indian Fusion CuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Taste Maldivian-Indian fusion cuisine in a private space. Please note that it is only open for dinner. The restaurant has a simple and low-key luxury decor, and the excellent cuisine is the icing on the cake, satisfying all needs.
Hours
19:30-22:00
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Athiri
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · South American cuisine, grilled meats, steakDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Lunch 12:30-15:00 Dinner 19:30-22:00 Restaurant Introduction: Taste grilled meats, steaks, and other delicacies at this overwater restaurant. Built over the water, you can enjoy the seaside scenery while dining, satisfying both your eyes and palate. Please note that breakfast is not served.
Hours
Lunch 12:30-15:00 Dinner 19:30-22:00
Pure
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · TeppanyakiDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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The hotel's teppanyaki restaurant, who knows what surprises they will bring us, right?
Hours
12:30-21:00
Wahoo
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · BeveragesDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Taste refreshing drinks at the beachside pool bar. Adjacent to the island beach, the bar serves various beverages and soft drinks to satisfy all palates.
Hours
11:00-24:00
Nikkei
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Japanese sake, rum, etc.Dress code · Casual & Relaxed
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At the second-floor tavern, taste Japanese sake, rum and more; the second-floor sea view is also intoxicating. Located above Atiri, you can go straight upstairs after dinner for drinks and enjoy a free-spirited holiday life.
Hours
17:00-23:00
Tito's
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Deli & PastriesDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Taste Maldivian deli items and pastries at the outdoor dining bar. Come for some snacks on a leisurely afternoon and chat with loved ones—isn't that an afternoon holiday?
Hours
9:00-19:00
Island experiences
6
Wellness Spa
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Introduction: Professional massage therapists from JW Marriott provide you with a relaxing day. The famous spa massage is always a safe choice, and couple massage services are also available here.
Fitness Center
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Introduction: A 24-hour fitness center with quite complete fitness equipment, allowing you to freely manage your figure during your vacation. It has cardiovascular equipment, elliptical machines, exercise bikes, rowing machines, strength equipment, treadmills, etc.
Meetings or Ceremonies
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Introduction: Professional staff will set up the venue according to your needs, whether for meetings or ceremonies, to give you the most perfect experience.
Kids Club
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Professional staff accompany children to play, with diverse activities and play spaces!
Reception lobby
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Arrival reception hall, offering shopping, dining and rest services.
Dive centre
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The island's dive center, offering diving-related services.