Up to 2 guestsBeachfront
Beach Villa
Beach Villa: a villa on the beach. It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed. You get an infinity pool and a private garden.
- Beach access
- Infinity pool
- Private garden
At a glance
JOALI Maldives is a 5-star island resort in Raa Atoll, Maldives, with 73 villas and rooms. Guests reach the island from Velana International Airport (MLE) by a 45-minute seaplane flight or a 45-minute seaplane flight.
The island
JOALI Maldives is a 5-star luxury resort on Muravandhoo Island in Raa Atoll, about 40–45 minutes from Velana International Airport by seaplane. It is the Maldives' first art-immersive resort, with work from more than 13 internationally commissioned artists across the island and a resident artist in its Art Studio. The pristine reef is known for manta ray sightings.
Villas
There are 73 beach and overwater villas, all with private pools. Beach Villas, Luxury Beach Villas, Water Villas and Luxury Water Villas suit couples, the Two-Bedroom Beach Villa sleeps four and the Ocean Residence sleeps six.
Dining and drinks
Restaurants include Saoke for Nikkei cuisine, Vandhoo for Asian dishes, Bellinis for Italian fine dining and Tuh'u for Levantine food, with cocktails at the oceanfront Mura Bar. Meal plans are bed & breakfast or half board.
Spa and activities
The JOALI BEING wellness centre and a fitness centre cover wellbeing, with tennis and padel courts, a private beach, water sports, excursions and the Muramas kids' club.
Getting there
JOALI Maldives is reached from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé, the main international gateway to the Maldives. The seaplane flight takes about 45 minutes, with views over the atolls on the way. The seaplane flight takes about 45 minutes, with views over the atolls on the way. Seaplanes fly in daylight only, so guests landing late in the day usually spend a night near the airport and fly on next morning. Check-in is from 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. We arrange the transfer with the resort and include it in your quote.
Who it suits
JOALI Maldives suits honeymooners, design lovers and families who want art, fine dining and pool villas in Raa Atoll. Contact Maldives Agents for rates.
Best for
- Families
- Divers and snorkellers
Villas &suites
6 accommodation categories at JOALI Maldives. Pick one, or up to three, and we will quote them side by side.
Up to 2 guestsBeachfront
Luxury Beach Villa
The Luxury Beach Villa is a villa on the beach. It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed. Expect an infinity pool, a private garden and a separate living area.
- Beach access
- Infinity pool
- Private garden
- Living area
Up to 2 guestsOverwater
Water Villa
Water Villa is a villa over the lagoon. It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed. Expect an infinity pool and a sun deck.
- Overwater
- Infinity pool
- Sun deck
Up to 2 guestsOverwater
Luxury Water Villa
Luxury Water Villa: a villa over the lagoon. It sleeps up to 2 guests with a king bed. Expect an infinity pool, a personal host and a sun deck.
- Overwater
- Infinity pool
- Personal host
- Sun deck
Up to 4 guests2 bedroomsBeachfront
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa: a two-bedroom villa on the beach. It sleeps up to 4 guests. You get an infinity pool, a treatment room and a private garden.
- Beach access
- Infinity pool
- Treatment room
- Private garden
Up to 6 guests3 bedroomsOverwater
Ocean Residence
The Ocean Residence is a three-bedroom residence over the lagoon. It sleeps up to 6 guests. Highlights include an infinity pool and a personal host.
- Overwater
- Infinity pool
- Personal host
Dining at JOALI Maldives
7 restaurants, bars and dining experiences
JOALI Maldives in Raa Atoll, a One MICHELIN Key hotel in the MICHELIN Guide 2026, has five dining venues, led by Culinary Director Chef Kapil Sharma. They include Saoke, an overwater Japanese restaurant with a Forbes Travel Guide Four-Star rating; Bellinis for Italian fine dining; Vandhoo for Asian cuisines; TUH'U for Levantine food on the sand; and Mura Bar by the pool. Breakfast is semi à la carte, with unlimited cold stations and mains made to order. Meal plans are bed & breakfast or half board, alcohol is served, and almost all dietary needs can be catered for. Gala dinners on 24 and 31 December are mandatory for guests staying on those dates.
Restaurant · Japanese (sushi, sashimi, robata and teppanyaki)
Saoke
Saoke is JOALI Maldives' overwater Japanese restaurant, designed by architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu and rated Four-Star by Forbes Travel Guide in February 2026.
Restaurant · Italian fine dining
Bellinis
Bellinis is JOALI Maldives' Italian fine dining restaurant, open for dinner with indoor and alfresco seating.
Restaurant · Southeast Asian, Chinese and Indian
Vandhoo
Vandhoo is JOALI Maldives' breakfast and dinner restaurant, serving Southeast Asian, Chinese and Indian cuisines.
Restaurant · Levantine (Middle Eastern)
TUH'U
TUH'U serves Levantine cuisine on the sand under lit palms at JOALI Maldives, with sharing-style dishes for dinner.
Bar · Snacks and street food, cocktails
Mura Bar
Mura Bar is JOALI Maldives' pool bar for casual lunches, sunset cocktails and live performances, with a whisky and cigar lounge.
Café & treats · Artisanal chocolate and ice cream
La Joie
La Joie is JOALI Maldives' all-day chocolate and ice cream shop, with 30 homemade ice cream flavours.
Dining experience · Tailor-made menus
Destination Dining
Destination dining at JOALI Maldives offers tailor-made private meals, from a sandbank barbecue to dinner in the Manta Treehouse.
Spa & wellness
JOALI Maldives Spa
The spa at JOALI Maldives is guided by four pillars of wellbeing, combining science-led treatments with natural healing. The menu covers massages, results-driven facials, body therapies and personalised journeys. Signature experiences include The Four Pillars Signature Massage, the Ultimate HydraFacial, a Hammam Journey and a Private Night Spa Indulgence after hours.
Things to do
Activities & experiences
- Kids & teensMuramas Kids ClubActivities for three age groups (4–6, 7–9 and 10–12), from treasure hunts and crafts to junior chef classes, marine discovery and padel.
- Art & cultureArtscapeWorks by international artists across the island, with an art studio and resident artist.
- On the islandHer Kitchen cooking classClasses in a professional kitchen, including local cuisine, for all ages.
- On the islandWine cellar tastingsTastings from a curated cellar, plus wine-paired dinners.
- Sport & fitnessTennis and padelCourts for adults and junior sessions.
- On the waterSnorkelling, diving and water sportsRaa Atoll reefs known for healthy coral and manta ray sightings.
Getting there
How to reach JOALI Maldives
International flights land at Velana International Airport (MLE) near Malé. The resort transfer is arranged around your flight times; seaplanes fly in daylight only.
- Seaplane45 min
- Seaplane45 min
Questions
Good to know
How do you get to JOALI Maldives?
JOALI Maldives is reached from Velana International Airport (MLE) in Malé by a 45-minute seaplane flight or a 45-minute seaplane flight. Transfers are arranged around your international flight times, and we confirm the route and schedule with your quotation.
Where is JOALI Maldives?
JOALI Maldives is in Raa Atoll, Maldives. Coordinates: 5.6079, 72.9527.
What meal plans does JOALI Maldives offer?
JOALI Maldives offers bed & breakfast and half board. Plan names and inclusions vary by resort, so we list exactly what is included in your quotation.
What villas and rooms are there at JOALI Maldives?
JOALI Maldives has 6 accommodation categories: Beach Villa, Luxury Beach Villa, Water Villa, Luxury Water Villa, Two-Bedroom Beach Villa and Ocean Residence.
Does JOALI Maldives have overwater villas?
Yes. 3 of its 6 villa and room categories are overwater: Water Villa, Luxury Water Villa and Ocean Residence.
Is JOALI Maldives good for families?
Yes. JOALI Maldives welcomes children and has a kids’ club. Some villas, pools and activities can carry age limits, which we check for your dates.
Does JOALI Maldives have a house reef?
Yes. JOALI Maldives has a pristine house reef with manta rays.
What restaurants and bars are at JOALI Maldives?
Dining venues at JOALI Maldives include Saoke Nikkei restaurant, Vandhoo Asian restaurant, Mura Bar, Bellinis Italian fine dining restaurant and Tuh'u Levant restaurant. In total the resort lists 4 restaurants and 1 bars.
Does JOALI Maldives have a spa?
Yes. Wellness facilities at JOALI Maldives include JOALI BEING wellness centre and Fitness centre.
What is there to do at JOALI Maldives?
Facilities and activities at JOALI Maldives include Private beach, Tennis courts, Padel courts, Boutique store, Watersports hire, Muramas kids club and Excursions.
How do I book JOALI Maldives through Maldives Agents?
Send an enquiry with your dates, guests and preferred villa. Our Malé-based team checks live availability and rates with JOALI Maldives and replies with a personalised quotation. No payment is taken when you enquire.
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