Vagaru Island, Shaviyani Atoll
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
seaplane · Approximately 55 minutes from Velana International Airport
The IM take
Why we'd send you to JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa occupies Vagaru Island in Shaviyani Atoll and is reached by shared seaplane from Velana International Airport. The resort has 60 spacious beach and overwater pool villas measuring approximately 234 to 285 square metres, including duplex and two-bedroom layouts designed for couples and multi-generational families.
The villas
5 villa categories at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
We'll talk you through which one suits you best when you send your dates — for most travellers the sunset-facing overwater categories are the easy pick. Below, the full lineup.
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Beach Pool Villa
Spacious beachfront villa with private pool, deck, outdoor shower and direct beach access.
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Overwater Pool Villa
Private-pool overwater villa with uninterrupted ocean views and steps into the lagoon.
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Duplex Beach Pool Villa
Two-storey beachfront villa with private pool and expanded upstairs living space.
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Duplex Overwater Pool Villa
A 274-square-metre overwater duplex with private pool, lagoon access and upstairs lounge.
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Two-Bedroom Duplex Beach Pool Villa
Two-bedroom duplex villa for family or group stays with direct beach access and private pool.
The food
6 restaurants at JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa
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Aailaa
International
Beachfront all-day restaurant with breakfast buffet, live stations and à la carte menus.
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Kaashi
Thai
Treetop Thai restaurant overlooking the ocean, paired with Rum Baan's rum collection.
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Fiamma
Italian
Poolside alfresco restaurant for pasta, risotto and wood-fired pizza.
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Hashi
Japanese
Overwater Japanese restaurant with sushi, sake and live teppanyaki cooking.
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Shio
Grill
Signature beachfront grill for prime meats, seafood and an extensive wine list.
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RIHA
Indian tasting menu
Hidden beachfront restaurant presenting an elevated eight-course journey across India.
The island in pictures
What to expect
On the island, and off
- — 60 villas measuring approximately 234 to 285 square metres
- — Five restaurants plus four bars
- — Duplex and two-bedroom family accommodation
- — Kids' club with more than 100 activities
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Destination
Shaviyani Atoll
JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa sits in Shaviyani Atoll. Browse every curated resort in the atoll, compare locations, and read what makes the area different.
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