JOALI Is Your Maldives Bucket List Destination

Bridge leading to rows of overwater villas.

Credit: Ashley Kangas

If you’re looking for your next romantic beach vacation, enter a world of luxury and relaxation at JOALI Maldives. Spend your days lounging at your private pool and nights trying the unique restaurants spread throughout the property. Ashley Kangas spills all the details on how to get there, what to eat, and, most importantly, her favorite parts of the property’s jaw dropping suites.

Sunset Water Villa With Pool

Wake up to insane ocean views straight from the comfort of your own bed. This is the image most people have in their minds when they think of the Maldives and it’s easy to see why. Grab a glass of wine and a book to enjoy on your private pool deck. You’ll never be as relaxed as you are here. 

Beach Villa With Pool

Live out your beachfront home dreams with this luxury escape. Outdoor free-standing tub, check. Direct access to the ocean - check. Outdoor shower - check. Private pool in the sand - check. This villa has it all within a private, lush garden.

Restaurants & Bars

  • Saoke: This is a must! Choose from teppanyaki, sushi and sashimi, tempura, charcoal Robata dishes and JOALI's own Nikkei cuisine at this over the water restaurant. 

  • Mura Bar: Your daily lunch spot located right off the pool. Enjoy in one of the infinity pods or airy cabanas. For a nightcap, stop by the Whiskey & Cigar Lounge. 

  • Bellinis: Indulge in a fine dining experience with a menu carefully crafted by Michelin star Chef Theodor False. This spot features Italian flavors and an ultra-luxurious ambience.

Private dining experience at Joali.

Credit: Ashley Kangas

  • TUH’U: Turkish inspired restaurant amidst the palm trees in the sand.

  • Vandhoo: Features South East Asian, Chinese, and Indian cuisines for breakfast and dinner.

  • Destination Dining: Their delicious menus can be enjoyed anywhere across the island. Your options are endless, think a BBQ on the beach or a candlelight table on the beach. Get creative, they’ll execute. 

JOALI BEING Cure

Welcome to a new era of relaxation and rejuvenation at the rebranded spa, JOALI BEING Cure. Guests can now enjoy a taste of JOALI BEING, the first and only well-being island of its kind in the Maldives. The spa focuses on the four pillars of mind, skin, microbiome, and energy. 

Pool & Beach

Take a break from your private pool to mingle with other hotel guests. There are different beach huts, lounge chairs, and daybeds all sprinkled throughout the resort. Order food and drinks from wherever you end up or grab a bite at Mura Bar. 

Seaplane arriving to Joali

Credit: Ashley Kangas

How To Get There & Around

It may take a long time to get there but the ride will be well worth it. You have two options to arrive to the island: a 40 minute seaplane transfer from Male international airport, or a 35 minutes domestic flight to Ifuru Airport followed by a 15 minute speedboat transfer to the island. The hotel will assist you with the travel accommodations. Whichever route you choose, JOALI has private lounges for guests to wait in during travel.

Accessibility & Dietary Restrictions

The hotel itself is built on one floor and features an accessible path that leads to the main bar and guest rooms. Travel wise, this is a really difficult location in the world to get to. It involves extensive hours traveling by commercial plane, small plane, and boat. 

JOALI Maldives can cater to almost all dietary requirements. Let them know ahead of your stay or when you arrive at each restaurant so they can accommodate your request. 

For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. 

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