Marriott Opens JW Resort in Maldives

Marriott has expanded its JW brand to the popular honeymoon and holiday destination of Maldives in the Indian Ocean.

The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa on Vagaru island, Shaviyani atoll, is located 55 minutes via seaplane from the capital of Male.

The private island where the all-new JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa resides boasts a stunning natural reef just meters from the shore teeming with sea life for guests to take in. An on-site marine biologist oversees the health of the reef along with organizing diving and snorkeling excursions and other water sports.

“We are thrilled to open our JW Marriott brand in this truly amazing destination,” said Mitzi Gaskins, Vice President & Global Brand Leader, JW Marriott. “With a focus on holistic well-being and enriching, thoughtfully-curated experiences, this private island resort will inspire our guests to be fully present and come together with loved ones to enjoy a getaway that nourishes not only the body, but also the mind and soul."

The new resort has 60 villas, starting at approximately 2,520 sq. feet, which include private pools and wooden sunbathing decks.

Duplex Overwater Pool Villas and single-storey Overwater Pool Villas are set on stilts overlooking the clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, with a choice of sunrise or sunset views.

While Beach Pool Villas come with direct access to the pristine white sandy beaches of the private island, the unique, split-level Duplex Beach Pool Villa is designed to cater to multigenerational families, featuring separate lounges, bedrooms and bathrooms to accommodate larger groups.

The JW features a spa and overwater gym, five restaurants, three full-service bars, 24-hour in-villa dining, a kids club, an adults-only infinity pool area, as well as a clubhouse complete with a cigar room, shisha room and billiards table.

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