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JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La vs JA Manafaru

Hotel Jen Male and JA Manafaru are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Hotel Jen Male is the choice of most professionals compared to JA Manafaru. Hotel Jen Male ranks #21 in Maldives with approval from 2 sources including Oyster, Lonely Planet.

JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La
7 / 10
Ameer Ahmed Magu, Male 20096
From $208 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Oyster Oyster
Upscale
"This 117-room upscale hotel is hands-down the nicest option in the capital of Malé; it is also the tallest with 14 stories and views from big windows." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top choice
"By far Male’s best hotel is this smart Shangri-La-run property a block back from the harbour." Full review
JA Manafaru
JA Manafaru
7 / 10
PO Box 2062
From $640 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The most northerly resort in the country, JA Manafaru enjoys splendid isolation and is an exclusive island, previously run as part of the Waldorf Astoria chain." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A verdant paradise hotel in the Maldives offering overwater villas, beach bungalows, private pools, white sand beaches, excellent restaurants and spectacular seaplane transfers from Male." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"This 35-acre island, a sea turtle habitat that’s part of the northernmost Haa Alif Atoll, delivers both family fun and romantic intimacy without one encroaching on the other." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"JA Manafaru enjoys splendid isolation without a neighbour in sight. The island itself is gorgeous, with thick vegetation, dazzling turquoise waters and some of Maldives' softest sand " Full review