Chinese-speaking staffOcean-view bathWedding photographySeaplane loungeKids’ clubPrivate pool in base villaButlerPADI dive centerSpaWedding or honeymoon services
Experience ratings
Snorkeling3 / 53
Beach5 / 55
Families5 / 55
Lagoon5 / 55
Honeymoon5 / 55
Photography5 / 55
House reef3 / 53
About the island
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa officially opened on November 1, 2019. It is the 5th hotel opened by Marriott Group in the Maldives and is a renovated island. The hotel was formerly called Viceroy Island, also known as Governor's Island. A few years ago, Marriott Group acquired the island and began a comprehensive renovation. The hotel is located in Shaviyani Atoll, about 55 minutes by seaplane to the island. The hotel is positioned as six-star, with prices in the upper-middle range. For the renovation, Marriott retained the original distinctive features and improved many shortcomings. The hotel has a total of 61 villas, all room types with private pools, except ordinary
Why stay here
JW Marriott Maldives has 61 beach and overwater villas across the island, with the smallest room from 234 sqm up to 638 sqm. Each villa has its own private pool and private deck. Lots of vegetation, good privacy. Retains the distinctive tree-top restaurant of the former Governor's Island, rich entertainment activities.
Highlights
A Marriott Group hotel, in the same hotel group as St. Regis, Westin, W Maldives and Full Moon Island. Large rooms, all rooms with private decks and private pools, lush vegetation, good privacy, and a distinctive tree-top restaurant,
Before you go
One side of the island has a long breakwater; snorkeling environment is average; enthusiasts need to go out to sea for snorkeling.
Children’s policy
Children 2-11.99 years old: 4599/person
Villas and rooms
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Sunrise Beach Pool Villa
Room count · 13Area · 248㎡Private pool · 33㎡
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Villa Description: Our exclusive Sunrise Beach Pool Villas, with only 3 units on the entire island, offer a generous 248㎡ of luxurious living space facing east for breathtaking sunrise views. Identical in configuration to our Sunset Beach Villas, each features complimentary Wi-Fi, coffee machine, 55-inch TV, and boasts a spacious 33㎡ private pool. The villa includes a bathroom with freestanding bathtub, indoor rain shower and outdoor shower, plus direct beach access to the crystal-clear lagoon waters.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Overwater Pool Villa (Sunrise)
Room count · 19Area · 234㎡Private pool · 15.6㎡
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The island has a total of 19 overwater pool villas, each a full 234 square meters. Because of different orientations, there are two room types—sunrise and sunset—to choose from freely. The two are basically identical in configuration; the bedroom's sliding doors open onto a private deck, creating indoor-outdoor Indian Ocean views, and the bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub, indoor rain shower, and outdoor shower. The pool area exceeds 15.6 square meters and offers endless ocean views, while you can enjoy the enchanting Maldives sunrise.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Suncet Beach Pool Villa
Room count · 3Area · 248㎡Private pool · 33㎡
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A total of 3 sunset beach pool villas on the island, each a full 248㎡, facing west with sunset views. They are identical in configuration to the sunrise beach villas, featuring free Wi-Fi, coffee machine, 55-inch TV, and a private pool of over 33㎡, a bathroom with a standalone bathtub, indoor rain shower and outdoor shower, and beach access to the crystal-clear waters of the blue lagoon.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Overwater Pool Villa (Sunset)
Room count · 19Area · 234㎡Private pool · 15.6㎡
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The island has a total of 19 overwater pool villas, each a full 234 square meters. Because of different orientations, there are two room types—sunrise and sunset—to choose from freely. The two are basically identical in configuration; the bedroom's sliding doors open onto a private deck, creating indoor-outdoor Indian Ocean views, and the bathroom is equipped with a separate bathtub, indoor rain shower, and outdoor shower. The pool area exceeds 15.6 square meters and offers endless ocean views, while you can enjoy the enchanting Maldives sunset.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
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Duplex Beach Pool 2 Bedroom Villa
Room count · 13Area · 285㎡Private pool · Yes
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A total of 13 duplex beach pool two-bedroom villas on the island, each 285㎡. They feature one master bedroom and one twin bedroom, with a separate bathroom on the lower level. The upper level has a lounge with a bathroom. The villas are located on the beachfront, hidden among lush greenery, creating natural privacy, allowing parents to relax by the pool while watching children play on the soft white sand beach lapped by the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean.
Maximum occupancy
5 adults or 2 adults 3 children
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Duplex Overwater Pool Villa
Room count · 13Area · 285㎡Private pool · Yes
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A total of 13 duplex overwater pool villas on the island, each 274㎡, ideal for couples or small families seeking a truly extraordinary holiday. They include a spacious private pool and deck area with direct access to the calm lagoon, and an upstairs bathroom and lounge area. The lounge area offers unparalleled ocean views. For extra guests, the upstairs sofa can be converted into a comfortable bed.
Maximum occupancy
3 adults or 2 adults 2 children
Restaurants and bars
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Aailaa
Service style · BuffetGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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This vibrant beach main restaurant offers delicious all-day dining, including not only tempting lunch and dinner menus but also a hearty buffet breakfast with live cooking.
Hours
7:30-10:00,12:00-15:00,19:00-22:00
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Kaashi
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · International cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Kaashi is located in a very unique treehouse setting with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Guests can enjoy vibrant Thai cuisine, indulge in Thai rum and cocktails, or taste one of the 98 selected rums.
Hours
13:00-16:00
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Hashi
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Japanese FlavorsDress code · Business and leisure
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Hashi Restaurant is located overwater with classic Japanese decor. Here, you can watch talented teppanyaki chefs showcase their skills and taste a variety of traditional Japanese specialties, including sake. This restaurant requires advance reservation.
Hours
19:00-22:00
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Wine Room
Hours · 12:00-21:00Bar specialty · Wine
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The wine room is located in the center of the main restaurant, boasting 1,620 bottles of wine from 320 brands worldwide, absolutely elevating your wine tasting experience! This bar requires advance reservation.
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Rum Baan
Hours · 10:00-18:00Bar specialty · Rum Cocktails
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Rum Baan Treehouse Bar is located in a unique treetop position next to the Kaashi Treehouse Thai Restaurant, featuring 98 signature rums carefully selected from around the world, which pair perfectly with Thai-flavored meals.
The Poolside Sunset Bar offers refreshing tropical drinks. With unparalleled views, you can enjoy nightlife amid the magnificent Maldives sunset and evening entertainment.
Wabi Sabi Bar is located over the water, right next to the Hashi Japanese restaurant. Japanese-style smoked cocktails are the signature here; it also offers an extensive wine list, Japanese sake, tea and whisky, as well as Japanese-style snacks. This bar requires advance reservation.
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Fiamma
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Italian cuisineDress code · Casual & Relaxed
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Taste Maldivian Italian cuisine at the outdoor bistro. Adjacent to the pool at the island's center, the restaurant serves authentic Italian wood-fired pizza and other Italian dishes to satisfy all palates.
Hours
12:00-15:00
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Shio
Service style · Order foodGourmet flavours · Flavor BBQDress code · Business and leisure
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The hotel's signature overwater restaurant offers guests a modern grill room dining experience. Indulge in the world's finest meats and seafood. The signature smoked cocktails are a must-try. This restaurant requires advance reservations.
Hours
19:00-22:00
Island experiences
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Little Griffin Kids Club
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Activity overview: Young adventurers will explore island life and the magic of the underwater world at the separate JW Little Griffins Kids Club. The pirate ship was built with young adventurers in mind, and the pirate ship and daily kids' activities will surely set them on an adventure of a lifetime. The club also offers babysitting services upon request.
JW Spa
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Activity overview: JW Spa rejuvenates and inspires you. The hotel offers a variety of refined and tailored treatments, as well as express treatments, a hair salon, manicure and pedicure services, a spa boutique, and luxurious treatment rooms for you to enjoy. The spa is open daily and advance booking is required.
Fitness & Sports
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Activity introduction: In addition to an overwater gym next to the spa, there are two outdoor sports courts—volleyball and football—located in the center of the island, giving every enthusiast a chance to play. Regardless of your age or level, all courts are fully equipped for serious and friendly matches, training, and those who wish to try a new sport.
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Diving and water sports
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Activity overview: Explore the local marine life with the dive center team. Daily excursions for diving, snorkeling, dolphin watching, and fishing are offered. Water sports equipment is also available for rent, including jet skiing, parasailing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, banana boat rides, kite surfing, and more.
18 Lounge
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Activity introduction: Lounge 18 is a clubhouse designed for "adults," including a billiards table, cigar room, shisha room, karaoke room, and various board games.
Weddings & Celebrations
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Activity overview: Celebrate timeless love on a secluded soft sandy shore surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and turquoise waters. Let JW Marriott Maldives Resort handle all the arrangements for your wedding or ceremony and make your dream come true.
Vegetable garden
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The vegetable garden is a clean green space providing the freshest fruits and vegetables to the island's restaurants; you can also tour the cultivated vegetables.