JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

sophie laplante

We spent our honeymoon at the JW Marriott Maldives, and it was genuinely one of the most extraordinary experiences we've ever had. The setting is, of course, breathtaking — crystal-clear waters, beautifully designed villas, and everything you'd hope for in a luxury Maldivian escape. But what truly set this trip apart was the care and attention from the team. We were incredibly lucky to be looked after by Anastasia, who made our stay feel completely effortless and unforgettable. She anticipated every need before we even had to ask, and the thoughtful touches she arranged throughout our trip made it feel deeply personal and special. From start to finish, she went above and beyond — she’s truly exceptional, and we can’t thank her enough. On the day Anastasia was off, Janice stepped in and took wonderful care of us, ensuring everything continued to run smoothly and that we still felt completely supported and looked after. If you're planning a honeymoon or a once-in-a-lifetime getaway, we couldn’t recommend JW Marriott Maldives more highly. The setting is pure paradise, but it’s the people — especially Anastasia — who make it unforgettable.

Mahler Bruckner

Each guest is assigned a personal butler, but if the butler is not attentive or capable, the entire trip can be ruined. From the time of our reservation six months ago, we had informed the resort that this was a special celebratory trip. We had also requested a late checkout on the final day, as we planned to spend the last night in Malé and wanted to relax until the end of our stay. (We are Platinum Elite members.) However, on the final day, the butler instructed us to pack our bags and vacate the room by 11:00 AM. Even after explaining our circumstances and kindly requesting flexibility, our request was denied. To make matters worse, we were told our seaplane would depart at 3:30 PM. When we asked where we could stay during the four-and-a-half-hour gap, the only suggestion was to wait in the library. Were we seriously expected to sit quietly in the library for that entire time? The butler did not even come to see us off at the seaplane departure, nor did they send any farewell message via WhatsApp. Additionally, although the seaplane was scheduled to depart at 3:30 PM, it made two unexpected stops — one for refueling and another to pick up passengers from a different resort — resulting in a two-hour ride. The outbound flight took only one hour. For a couple in their 60s, this was physically exhausting. For these reasons, we cannot recommend JW Marriott Maldives to others, nor will we consider returning ourselves.

Sonam Lakhani

An Unforgettable Experience!! Our 7-night stay in the Duplex Overwater Villa was truly exceptional—it’s easily one of the best rooms I’ve ever had the pleasure of staying in. Spacious, comfortable and with breathtaking views, it was the perfect sanctuary for a relaxing getaway. The food at the hotel was nothing short of spectacular. Every meal we had was OUTSTANDING, from breakfast to dinner. The themed nights like Lobster Dinner on the beach and Thai Night are not to be missed—they’re an experience in themselves. There’s also a wide variety of options on the kids’ menu, which kept our little one happy and satisfied. A special mention to the Thai restaurant—absolutely delicious—and the cocktails made by Satyam were hands down the best I’ve ever had! When it comes to service, words don’t do justice. Every member of the team was incredibly warm, kind, and attentive. They went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. It was such a personal touch when they remembered our names and greeted us with genuine smiles. My child was treated with such love and care, which made our experience even more special. A huge thank you to Gasim, Gordana from the Kids Club, Damcho from the Spa (do yourself a favor and book a massage with her!), Satyam at the Thai restaurant (his cocktails are a must-try!), Adam at breakfast (always so cheerful), Maazih at the Italian restaurant, and Chef Bir for making our Lobster Dinner truly memorable and customizing the menu to my preferences. The Kids Club deserves a special mention—it is hands down the best I’ve ever seen in the Maldives. Spacious, clean, and vibrant, it offers a variety of activities that kept our child engaged and excited to return every day. We can’t wait to return to this little slice of paradise! Highly recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable, family-friendly getaway.

Jenna Daffer

Where to start?! The JW Maldives was everything we hoped it would be and more. This was our honeymoon and the entire team (shout to Siyaag!) made our stay so memorable! From arriving on a seaplane, the staff so warmly welcomed us with drums, a cold cloth and a palm necklace! The check in process was seamless; this was followed by a tour of the beautiful resort. Our over the water duplex was immaculate (shout out to Moussa!) and the views are breathtaking! It was pure luxury! My football team (go birds!) was playing in the Superbowl and with one ask for a HDMI cable, our butler delivered. This came as the biggest and best surprise as somehow he managed to get a cable to this very remote island within a day. There were 'extra's' that were always being done that enhanced our stay. JW team/Siyaag/Moussa, they did not go unnoticed; please know how much we appreciated it all! The service was exceptional. My husband and I would like to give a few shoutouts - Lahiru, Cindy, Lamiu, and Ashraful - thank you for making us feel so special and always greeting us with smiling, friendly faces! This team over a short period of time got to know us - they greeted us by name and knew our drink preferences! I did the 4 day spa treatments and (last shoutout) Dah (pronounced Dee Ah) gave the best massages and facial. She made me feel comfortable and welcomed everyday! She is kind and loved her work... it was evident. Not to mention the spa is beautiful and the views when you enter the treatment room are just.. WOW! On our departure day we had a few hours to spare before our flight. Without any stress or planning, my husband and I were able to have a guided tour of Male. Our guide was Ahmed Raaif and he was great. He had great knowledge of the city and certainly catered our tour to Male highlights within our time frame. He was very thorough and concluded the tour by helping us navigate airport check-in. Thank you again JW Marriott for an absolutely amazing honeymoon. We truly hope to be back soon!

Kamaile Mueller

It was a very relaxing and enjoying event, me and my family and I snorkled, dived, and had lots of fun. The service was very nice, the staff is kind and helpful for any needs. All prices make sense because we are on a deserted island. They have to transport the gas, food, and everything here. Overall, the stay here was perfect and relaxing.