Taj Coral Reef Resort and Spa MaldivesvsJA Manafaru
Both properties are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef Maldives is preferred by most professionals compared to JA Manafaru. Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef Maldives comes in at #27 in Maldives with recommendations from 3 sources such as Lonely Planet, Jetsetter and Oyster.
Taj Coral Reef Resort and Spa Maldives
Jetsetter
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Forbes Travel Guide
Hembudhu Island, North Male Atoll
From $1,410/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Jetsetter "Hip thatch-roofed villas dot an intimate lagoon at this laid-back resort in the North Malé Atoll." Full review
OysterUpscale
"This small, upscale resort with lower prices (and less luxury) than sister property Exotica draws couples of many nationalities." Full review
Lonely Planet "Totally remodelled in 2009, heart-shaped Taj Vivanta is a glamorous resort that still manages to feel laid-back and unpretentious." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef Maldives, in spite of (or perhaps by virtue of) its unwieldy name, is the sort of place that needs very little by way of explaining. It’s an overwater villa..." Full review
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Just be sure you’re ready to disconnect for a bit.
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa, Maldives has a distinctly fresh and laid-back vibe that seems
to appeal in particular to young couples - honeymooners make up approximately
80 percent..." Full review
JA Manafaru Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet Forbes Travel Guide
Tablet
PO Box 2062
From $640/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
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 Telegraph8.0
"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 "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 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
Forbes Travel Guide Recommended
"JA Manafaru illustrates why nothing beats a natural island escape. Lush, mature vegetation — from majestic banyan trees to spiky screw pines — frame the resort’s sandy pathways, creating..." Full review
Tablet "Set on an idyllic island in the north of the Maldives, JA Manafaru offers enough space and privacy to make it an ideal choice for both family-friendly holidays and couples retreats...." Full review
