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BB
Bed and Breakfast
Breakfast
What it covers
- Breakfast
- Island
- Hathaa Finolhu
- Atoll
- Kaafu Atoll
- From the airport
- 15 min by speedboat
- Villas & rooms
- 80
- Villa types
- 7
- Meal plans
- BB · HB · FB · AI
- Restaurants & bars
- 8
The island
Set between the blue skies of the Maldives and the Indian Ocean’s azure waters, JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort is a secluded sanctuary just 15 minutes from Velana International Airport. Designed for indulgence and reconnection, our 80 thoughtfully crafted private pool villas blend eco-conscious design with ocean views, spacious terraces, and direct lagoon access.Embark on a culinary journey in the Maldives across our resort restaurants and bars, celebrating traditional classics, Indian Ocean fusion, South American, and Japanese-Peruvian flavors. Savor ocean-fresh seafood, premium steaks, and island-grown ingredients from the JW Garden. Rejuvenate at the overwater Spa by JW, where exclusive treatments featuring BABOR’s precision skincare products—offered for the first time in the Maldives—bring a new level of renewal.A haven for leisure and connection, our Maldives luxury resort offers enriching activities and mindful experiences, ensuring every generation finds their perfect escape.
JW Marriott Maldives Kaafu Atoll Island Resort sits on Hathaa Finolhu in Kaafu Atoll, just 11 kilometres (a 15-minute speedboat ride) from Velana International Airport. Its 80 villas across seven categories pair overwater and beach pool living with eight distinct dining venues, an overwater Spa by JW featuring exclusive BABOR skincare, and a PADI-certified dive and water sports centre.
- 80 villas across 7 categories, all with a private pool
- Just 15 minutes (11 km) by speedboat from Velana International Airport
- Overwater Spa by JW with exclusive BABOR skincare, a first in the Maldives
- PADI-certified dive centre with courses to Dive Master level
- Eight distinct dining venues, including Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei and charcoal-grill steakhouse Athiri
- Family by JW Kids Club with interactive 'Edutainment' activities and babysitting
- JW Garden grows herbs, vegetables and ingredients on-site for the resort's kitchens
- Doctor always on the island, with an on-site clinic
In pictures
A look around Hathaa Finolhu
Where you stay
7 ways to stay
Size bars drawn to scale against the largest villa. A = adult, C = child.
Overwater, inner lagoonOverwater Villa with Pool
Also listed as 'Ocean Pool Villa'. Sleeps 3 adults, or 2 adults + 2 children.
42 on the island
BeachBeach Pool Villa
Also listed as 'Sunset Beach Pool Villa'. Sleeps 3 adults, or 2 adults + 2 children.
27 on the island
Overwater, inner lagoonOne-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool
Sleeps 3 adults, or 2 adults + 2 children.
3 on the island
BeachFamily Beach Pool Villa
Sleeps 3 adults, or 2 adults + 2 children.
3 on the island
Overwater, inner lagoonTwo-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool
Sleeps 4 adults, or 3 adults + 2 children.
2 on the island
BeachTwo-Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool
Sleeps 4 adults, or 3 adults + 2 children.
2 on the island
Overwater, inner lagoonOverwater Ocean Residence
Sleeps 5 adults, or 4 adults + 2 children.
1 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
What it covers
- Breakfast, dinner
FB
Full Board
BreakfastLunchDinner
What it covers
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner
AI
All Inclusive
BreakfastLunchDinnerDrinks
What it covers
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner, selected drinks
Eat & drink
8 places to eat and drink
From breakfast on the lagoon to the last drink of the night.
Restaurants & bars8
Veyo · International
All-day dining.
07:00–10:30, 12:30–15:00, 19:00–22:00
Athiri · Charcoal grill steakhouse
18:30–22:00
Nikkei · Japanese-Peruvian
Japanese-Peruvian bar.
17:00–22:00
Riva · Mediterranean
19:00–22:00
Pure · Wellness
Chef's table, wellness-focused. Advance booking requested.
Tito's · Deli and pastry
10:00–17:00
Wahoo
Light bites, beach and pool bar.
11:00–midnight
Destination Dining
Private chef experience in serene settings.
Things to do
Days on Hathaa Finolhu
Water sports
- Water sportsIncluded
Excursion
- Big game fishingIncluded
- Whale shark spottingIncluded
Diving & snorkelling
- DivingIncluded
Kids
- Kids Club activitiesIncluded
Spa & wellness
- Fitness CentreIncluded
Island life
Spa, children, reef and romance
Spa
Spa by JW: overwater spa with exclusive treatments featuring BABOR precision skincare — a first in the Maldives. Signature treatment JW Ocean Bliss, created with BABOR, uses their SeaCreation anti-ageing range with active ingredients sourced from the deep sea.
Children
Family by JW – Kids Club: a dedicated zone of interactive 'Edutainment' activities, with emphasis on sustainability and connections between kids, families and the environment. Babysitting available.
Getting there
From the plane to your villa
- Velana International AirportOur team meets you on arrival
- Speedboat15 minutes
- Hathaa FinolhuKaafu Atoll
USD 300 per adult round trip (12 years and above), inclusive of applicable taxes and service charge; complimentary for children under 11.99 years. Private transfers available on request. 11 kilometres from Velana International Airport.
At the resort
Facilities
BarSpeedboatWiFiGymSwimming PoolYoga
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