Located in Raa atoll in the northern Maldives, Muravandhoo island is home to fringed palm trees, crystal clear lagoons, soft white beaches. Of the many ways to get to Joali Maldives, a 40 minute seaplane ride with our famous barefoot pilots, or a 35 minute domestic flight offer a birds eye view of the beautiful Maldive islands, scattered across the Indian Ocean like pearls. Once you are at Joali, allow our team to sweep you off your feet and experience the holiday of a lifetime with us.

Accommodation

Decked out, nestled within the island greenery on the beach, standing on stilts in the lagoon overlooking the ocean ahead and grand residences with room to host large parties, the villas at Joali provides a sensual, private and jovial experience. State of the art amenities and open airy spaces with the ocean’s mesmerising views from all directions will leave you wanting to come back here.

Villa types of Joali Maldives

Vandhoo 

Offering South East Asian, Mediterranean, Chinese and Levant cuisine, Vandhoo’s delectable breakfast spreads, themed dinner nights, and art immersive dining experiences will leave you spellbound. Allow our sommeliers to pair your dinner with fine wines from our top-notch wine cellar’s curated wine collection.

Her Kitchen 

Master the art of gourmet cooking here at the hands of an expert chef at Her Kitchen. With fresh produce and locally inspired recipes at your disposal, a personalised culinary journey awaits you here to learn and have fun experimenting and creating art on your plate.

Saoke 

Designed by the world-renowned restaurant architect Noriyoshi Muramatsu, Saoke stands floating on stilts overlooking the ocean. Ideal for private brunches and weddings, and serving sakes, sushi and other delectable Japanese delights, the restaurant also has a teppanyaki table for an up close and personal experience with the chef.

Bellinis 

Decked out, airy and with an accompanying bar, Bellinis is an Italian fine dining haven. The restaurant serves, as the name suggests, perfect peachy Bellinis, homemade limoncellos, delectable authentic ravioli, and an array of grappas. The food here will transport you right to the heart of Italy and leave you captivated.

Mura Bar 

Hosting sunset rituals and live performances, Mura Bar is located right at the beach, where the ocean meets the island. The gentle sounds of the lapping waves soothe the soul as the Bar presents quenching concoctions, tempting light bites and street food options. With infinity pods and cabanas, the Bar is private, sensual and perfect for lounging and unwinding with a cocktail in hand.

Lajoie 

Satisfy your cravings and your sweet tooth here, at Joali’s artisanal chocolate and ice cream store. Delectable sweet treats paired with tropical fruits, gourmet nuts, vanilla and bittersweet cocoa, Lajoie has something for everyone.

Destination Dining 

For nights where you wish to stay in, Destination Dining presents barbeque and scrumptious dinner spreads with all the luxuries offered at a restaurant at the comfort of your own villa.

Spa

Joali Spa by Espa offers treatments designed to energise, invorate and refresh you, pampering you to enjoy the perfect holiday.

Fitness Center

Surrounded by thick island greenery and overlooking shimmering ocean views, our fitness center comes with a team of fitness experts, state of the art equipment and a host of competitive outdoor sports to choose from.

Explore

At Joali, every excursion is a thrilling experience, be it swimming with whales, exploring a local island and learning the ways from the natives, or sailing the seas through a breathtaking sunset.

Watersports

From wakeboarding to parasailing to water skiing, the options for an adrenaline rush are endless here. Hire a speedboat and head on over the waters for an exciting snorkeling session, or spot mantas, turtles, dolphins and vibrant little fish swimming through thick coral gardens. Go for a dive with our marine biologist and discover the wonders of the ocean, its nooks and crannies and curious residents such as whales, mantas and sharks.

Flower Garden

Fancy a workshop to work on your green thumb? Joali’s Flower Garden will take you on a magical journey where you learn about local plants, flowers and how to be a better gardener. 

Art Studio and Gallery

Work together with artists from all corners of the world and find inspiration here. Take part workshops and interactive events with hosted at the Studio with guest artists and hone your skills. Whether an artist or an art lover yourself, the Studio has something for everyone. 

Art and Beyond

The first and only art immersive hotel in the Maldives, Joali also has an art map of experiential artworks and sculptures made in collaboration with local artists and artisans, tucked away across the island, waiting to be discovered. Art collectors rejoice, as some of these one of a kind pieces are available for purchase as well.

Maison de Joali

Joali’s boutique displays carefully curated teas, bespoke art and textile pieces, and decorative wares made by both global artists and local artisans, perfect to take home as a token to remember your holiday by.

The Living Room

Delectable food and good coffees and a three-room space, the Living Room presents a quiet chill out zone, a decked out entertainment quarter, and a grand living room for parties.

Joali Ceremony

The Ceremony marks the arrival of Spring, and a bonfire is lit to cleanse and mark the rebirth of nature. On the second day of the ceremony, the day is spent enjoying all the island has to offer. At the end of the day, everyone writes down their wishes to be hung on the Wish Tree, so it will be fulfilled before next spring.

Manta Ray Tree House

The tree house is perfect for unwinding and relaxing after a day of fun in the sun. A natural sweet spot, surrounded by thick island jungle, with the shimmering ocean ahead, accompanied by little bites and mood music, it is always a good time here.

One Table to Share

The Table of Joy offers a fun conversation, a delightful feast and a night of laughter and learning as you share a meal with others from across the globe.

The Book Exchange

Share books with readers from all corners of the world and listen to their fresh take on the classics, and controversial and thought provoking books. Recommend your favourites and take home new ideas and perspectives on how to critique books and broaden your minds.

Weddings

Let our expert team handle all your requests and create your dream wedding. Discover our packages and let our wedding designers know what you have in mind and see your imagination come to life, be it as quirky or as classic as you wish your big day to be.

All bachelorettes and bachelors will be delighted to know that Joali offers plenty of packages and settings for one last hurrah. From the Whiskey and Cigar Lounge at the Mura Bar to the Living Room to a more tropical setting, the options and memories you will make are endless here.

Honeymoon

Sail away at sunrise with a picnic basket filled with a scrumptious breakfast feast, or climb aboard for a beautiful sunset boat ride, with delightful little tapas and a golden sky ahead. For your first dinner as a newly wed, our expert team takes special care to ensure that it is nothing short of magical.

Kids Of Joali

Joali’s kids activities are designed by experts with the aim of letting little ones wander, wonder and learn. Treasure hunts in teams and against one another, with maps and clues as guides take them on a mystical journey across the island. Storytelling time sparks their inner curiosity with local folklores and enchanting tales of the island nation, enough to captivate even adults. Little chefs can create art here in the kid friendly kitchen and experiment with local ingredients. The Kids Spa pampers the little ones with natural masks, hand and foot care, and hair products, and even costumes to try on.

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