Experience Serenity at JW Marriott’s New Resort in the Maldives
Wednesday 5th of February 2025
JW Marriott has opened its second resort in the Maldives, the JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort, offering an idyllic escape in the heart of the Indian Ocean. Located in Kaafu Atoll’s largest lagoon, just 15 minutes by boat from Velana International Airport, the resort aims to provide a sanctuary designed for rejuvenation. Combining luxury and holistic well-being, the resort provides a peaceful space where guests can unwind and reconnect with nature.
The resort features 80 private pool villas, including 47 overwater villas, blending traditional Maldivian design with contemporary luxury. Each villa offers expansive terraces and panoramic views of the ocean, designed to foster a deep connection to the surrounding beauty. The Three-Bedroom Ocean Residence, perched above the turquoise waters, provides a refined retreat for families and friends, offering a luxurious space to relax and create memories.
Architect Cuneyt Bukulmez’s design integrates the natural beauty of the Maldives, with structures inspired by traditional Maldivian huts, including kajan roofs and vibrant turquoise doors. The resort’s architecture sets the tone for a serene and harmonious retreat, featuring thoughtful touches like Maldivian lacquerware crafts.
In a move toward sustainability, the resort has partnered with INVENA and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to introduce a groundbreaking environmental initiative. This project features a 30-meter-long underwater coastal structure designed to mitigate wave action, prevent beach erosion, and promote marine ecosystems. The structure provides new reef habitats, attracting diverse marine life, and allows guests to engage with this innovative project.
Culinary experiences at JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Resort are varied and exceptional, with seven dining venues offering global flavors and locally sourced ingredients. Signature restaurants include Veyo, an international restaurant with panoramic views, and Wahoo, a poolside bar offering refreshing drinks and light bites. Athiri, the resort’s steakhouse, boasts ocean views while serving premium cuts, while Riva offers a fine-dining interpretation of Indian Ocean cuisine. Guests can also enjoy Pure, which highlights locally sourced herbs from the resort’s garden, and Tito’s, a deli serving handcrafted pastries and chocolates.
The resort’s overwater spa, the first in the Maldives to collaborate with BABOR, offers treatments like the signature Ocean Bliss, designed to rejuvenate guests with deep-sea active ingredients. Fitness enthusiasts can enjoy sunrise yoga or use the state-of-the-art fitness center, while adventure-seekers can dive into marine activities such as snorkeling, diving, and dolphin safaris.
For families, the Family by JW program provides a variety of curated experiences, including interactive cooking classes using fresh ingredients from the resort’s garden. The JW Kids’ Club ensures younger visitors stay entertained and engaged with a colourful playground, a swimming pool, and educational activities.
General Manager Srikanth Devarapalli expressed that the resort was designed to reflect the timeless beauty of the Maldives, offering a haven where luxury and well-being merge. JW Marriott Kaafu Atoll Island Resort invites guests to immerse themselves in the magic of the Maldives, providing a space for relaxation, rejuvenation, and connection with nature.
In every aspect, from its design and dining experiences to its sustainability efforts and wellness offerings, the resort promises an unforgettable experience, embodying the warmth and hospitality that JW Marriott is known for.