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BB
Breakfast Only
Breakfast
What it covers
- Breakfast
- Island
- Mabin Island and Dheru Island
- Atoll
- Lhaviyani Atoll
- From the airport
- 35 min by seaplane
- Villas & rooms
- 290
- Villa types
- 8
- Meal plans
- BB · HB · FB · AI Premium
- Restaurants & bars
- 12
The island
A unique, relaxed, and world-class destination for the whole family. With stunning sandy beaches and endless activities, create lifelong memories at our island paradise.
Jawakara Islands Maldives is a five-star resort in the Lhaviyani Atoll built across two islands, Mabin and Dheru, joined by a 650-metre bridge over the Jawakara House Reef and run as one resort under the 'One Island-One Resort' concept. Mabin is the larger, sports-led island with a golf course and driving range, tennis, padel and pickleball courts, futsal turf, a Prodivers PADI 5-star dive centre and the Jawa Kids and Teens club; Dheru is the quieter, more intimate side. Between them the resort has 290 villas, from 78sqm beach villas to 285sqm three-bedroom villas, with beach pool and overwater water pool villas that each have a private infinity pool. Guests can book on the Premium All-Inclusive Package or on Half Board, Full Board or Breakfast Only.
- Two islands, Mabin and Dheru, linked by a 650-metre bridge over the house reef
- 290 villas across both islands
- Prodivers outpost and complete PADI 5-star training centre
- Golf course and driving range on Mabin Island
- Tennis, padel tennis, pickleball and artificial-turf futsal courts
- Jawa Kids and Teens Club for ages 4-17, open to any room category
- Sulha Spa on both islands, the Dheru one set over the lagoon
- Premium All-Inclusive Package with dine-around and unlimited premium beverages
- Water pool villas and beach pool villas with private infinity pools
- Free Wi-Fi in all villas and public areas
In pictures
A look around Mabin Island and Dheru Island
Where you stay
8 ways to stay
Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.
BeachMabin Beach Villas
These villas offer a naturally luxurious island escape just a few steps away from the white soft sandy beach, inviting turquoise lagoon, and Mabin's main facilities.
92 on the island
BeachMabin Beach Pool Villas
These exquisite sanctuaries are the ultimate choice for those seeking the best of both worlds. Located just a few steps away from the soft sandy beach and inviting lagoon, they also feature an infinity pool and easy access to Mabin's main facilities.
60 on the island
BeachMabin Three Bedroom Villas
Offering a serene beachfront escape with stunning natural-color interiors, these villas create a peaceful and inviting atmosphere. Perfect for families and groups of friends, they feature spacious three-bedrooms with breathtaking views, making them an ideal setting for a memorable coastal retreat.
10 on the island
Overwater, inner lagoonMabin Water Pool Villas
Suspended over the waters of the lagoon, these luxury villas cater to families, offering a space where everyone can enjoy themselves without age restrictions. Guests can dip into the warm Indian Ocean directly from their sundeck or relish the beauty of the Maldives from the privacy of their villa's own private infinity pool.
40 on the island
BeachDheru Beach Villas
Escape to these naturally luxurious villas, just steps away from the soft sandy beach and the mesmerizing turquoise lagoon, providing an idyllic island retreat.
18 on the island
BeachDheru Beach Pool Villas
Unwind in absolute paradise as you choose these exquisite villas, combining proximity to the beach and lagoon with the added indulgence of a private infinity pool, offering an idyllic sanctuary.
30 on the island
BeachDheru Three Bedroom Villas
Experience luxury with our Dheru Three Bedroom Villas, featuring a private infinity pool. Ideal for family or group getaways, these villas offer flexible sleeping arrangements and stunning views, providing the perfect setting for memorable experiences.
5 on the island
Overwater, inner lagoonDheru Water Pool Villas
Suspended over the waters of the lagoon, these luxury villas offer a space for all ages to enjoy. Guests can slip into the warm Indian Ocean from their sundeck or savor the beauty of the Maldives from the privacy of their villa's private infinity pool.
30 on the island
Meal plans
Choose how you dine
Every board basis this island sells. Open a plan for exactly what it covers and what it leaves out.
HB
Half Board
BreakfastDinner
FB
Full Board
BreakfastLunchDinner
AI Premium
Premium All-Inclusive Package ('PAI')
BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
- Daily Breakfast (07:30-10:30), Lunch (13:00-14:30) and Dinner (19:00-21:30) at Saima Restaurant for guests at the Southern end of Mabin Island, Aila Restaurant for guests at the Northern end of Mabin Island, and Vela Restaurant for guests on Dheru Island
- Casual Snack Day Menu including burgers, nibbles and ice cream, 10:00-12:00 and 15:00-19:00, at Bonthi Bar, Thila Bar and Nika Bar
- Dine Around Option: a 3-course lunch and a 3-course dinner once every 5 nights at one of the a la carte restaurants (pre-booking required, subject to availability)
- Dine Around in all buffet restaurants - Aila, Saima and Vela (pre-booking required, subject to space availability)
- Unlimited 'All You Can Drink' alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages at Bonthi Bar, Thila Bar and Nika Bar from 08:00 to 01:00
- Alcoholic cocktails including signature cocktails, and all non-alcoholic cocktails
- Smoothies, milkshakes and freshly squeezed fruit juices
- 55 premium brand spirits and liqueurs, port and sherry
- An extensive wine selection: red, white, rose and sparkling
- International draught beer, bottled beer and ciders
- Freshly brewed coffee, tea, iced coffee, iced tea, espresso, cappuccino, latte and macchiato
- Soft drinks: Coke, Diet Coke, Fanta Orange, Sprite, Ginger Ale, Bitter Lemon, Iced Tea, Tonic and Soda
- Jawakara bottled water (1 litre), mineral water and sparkling water
- Minibar refilled once per day: house wine (750ml) red/white/rose/sparkling, bottled beer, bottled spirit selection, soft drinks, mineral and sparkling water (500ml), Nespresso coffees and teas, assorted snacks
- A full bottle of Champagne served in the villa upon arrival (one per villa, per stay)
- One Sunset Dolphin Cruise, per stay
- Free use of the Fitness Centre, Tennis, Padel Tennis courts and Pickle court (equipment not included)
- Free use of the Golf Course and Driving Range (equipment included)
- Free use of Table Tennis, Billiards and Football Grounds (equipment included)
- Free use of bicycles during the stay (Jawa Kids bicycles are not included)
- Free use of snorkeling equipment
- One 30-minute group golf driving range lesson (equipment included, as per schedule)
- One 30-minute group snorkeling lesson (equipment included, as per schedule)
- One 30-minute group windsurfing lesson (equipment included, as per schedule)
- One introductory dive or orientation dive per stay (for certified divers, applicable for stays of 7 nights or more)
- Free use of Kayaks and Windsurfing equipment (1 hour daily; basic experience required, glass kayaks not included)
- Free Yoga Group Sessions including Asana Yoga and Yoga Nidra (regularly scheduled)
- Twice-daily boat trips to house reef snorkeling (pre-booking required)
- Jawa Kids Club: daily activities for children and teens aged 4-17 (chargeable activities are not included)
- 20% off the first two regular dives per guest (applicable for stays of 7 nights or more)
- One bag of laundry per stay
- Spa benefits per person per stay, adults 15 years and above: 4-7 nights ONE 30-minute selected spa treatment; 8-11 nights TWO; 12-15 nights THREE; 16+ nights FOUR
Not included
- Destination dining, in-villa dining, spa treatments for stays of fewer than 4 nights, gift shops, motorized water sports and excursions
- Beverages from In-Villa dining
- Beverages not listed in the package, such as other selections from the wine list
- No discounts apply to beverages or supplements (meal plans, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve Gala dinners)
Eat & drink
12 places to eat and drink
From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.
Restaurants & bars12
Saima Buffet Restaurant · International buffet
Buffet-style meals indoors and al fresco, in a traditional open-air dining room with live-action cooking stations. On Mabin Island.
Aila Restaurant · International
On Mabin Island. The two fact sheets describe this venue differently - see internalComments.
Molo Restaurant · Mediterranean, a la carte
On Mabin Island, inviting families and friends to savor the culinary delights of the Mediterranean kitchen.
Hideout Restaurant · Upscale international fast food - burgers, sandwiches and salads
The Vela Restaurant · International buffet
'All you can eat' buffet-style meals indoors or outdoors with live-action cooking stations. On Dheru Island.
UMI Restaurant · Asian Pacific, a la carte
Set on the Jawakara Islands Bridge.
Nika Bar
One of three bars on Mabin Island. Chic indoor area and outdoor terrace overlooking the lagoon. Serves the Premium All-Inclusive Casual Snack Day Menu and unlimited beverages 08:00-01:00.
Bonthi Bar
On Mabin Island. Serves the Premium All-Inclusive Casual Snack Day Menu and unlimited beverages 08:00-01:00.
Molo Bar
One of three bars on Mabin Island.
Fore Bar
On the golf course, with a vantage point over the lush green scenery.
UMI Bar
On Dheru Island, with a panorama of the Jawakara House Reef and lagoon.
Thila Bar
On Dheru Island, an outdoor terrace overlooking the ocean. Serves the Premium All-Inclusive Casual Snack Day Menu and unlimited beverages 08:00-01:00.
Things to do
Days on Mabin Island and Dheru Island
Water sports
- SnorkellingIncluded
- Jet skisExtra cost
- WakeboardingExtra cost
- Fun tubesExtra cost
- WindsurfingIncluded
- KayakingIncluded
- Standup paddle boardingIncluded
- Catamaran sailingIncluded
Diving & snorkelling
- Scuba divingExtra cost
Excursion
- Sunset Dolphin CruiseIncluded
- Speedboat excursions - snorkeling, manta search, turtle lovers and dolphin safarisExtra cost
Land sports & gym
- Golf course and driving rangeIncluded
- TennisIncluded
- Padel tennisIncluded
- PickleballIncluded
- Football (futsal)Included
- Fitness centreIncluded
- Bicycle hireIncluded
Spa & wellness
- Yoga and meditationIncluded
- Spa treatments at Sulha SpaExtra cost
Kids
- Jawa Kids and Teens ClubIncluded
Entertainment
- The Games RoomIncluded
- Bodu Beru dance shows, live music and DJ disco nightsIncluded
Included with your stay
The little things that come with it
- King-size bed
- Air conditioning
- Overhead ceiling fan
- Personal safe
- Sitting area
- Wardrobes
Island life
Spa, children, reef and romance
Spa
Sulha Spa - 'A Sanctuary of Well-Being' - operates on both islands. On Mabin Island it sits in a lush tropical oasis and offers Ayurveda therapy, remedial healing experiences, yoga, meditation and salon treatments, with therapists using premium natural organic skincare products and customising treatments. The Dheru Island Sulha Spa is located over the crystal-clear Jawakara lagoon and offers purifying and rejuvenating treatments designed for alternative healing therapies.
Children
Jawa Kids is a Kids and Teens Club on Mabin Island, open to children staying in any room category. It accepts children and teenagers aged 4 to 17 years, with a variety of fun activities and learning experiences organised daily. Children under 4 are welcome when accompanied by a parent, guardian or babysitter; babysitting charges apply per child, per hour.
House reef
The 650-metre bridge connecting Mabin and Dheru Islands runs over the Jawakara House Reef. The Premium All-Inclusive Package includes twice-daily boat trips to house reef snorkelling (pre-booking required). UMI Bar on Dheru Island overlooks the Jawakara House Reef and lagoon.
Getting there
From the plane to your villa
- Male International AirportOur team meets you on arrival
- Seaplane35 minutes, daylight hours only
- Mabin Island and Dheru IslandLhaviyani Atoll
After Immigration and Customs guests are met by CCR airport staff, checked in at the TMA seaplane ticket counter, transported to the TMA Terminal and given access to the Vilu lounge area. Food and beverages can be purchased there and Wi-Fi is free. Also available: Domestic flight + speedboat (40 min).
The island map
Find your way around
At the resort
Facilities
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