Opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

The JW Marriott hotel chain, part of Marriott International, Inc., is pleased to announce the opening of the JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa on Vagaru Island, which is part of the Shaviyani Atoll in the Maldives. This is the first hotel of the renowned JW Marriott brand in this paradise corner of the planet. It will take only 55 minutes by seaplane to reach the new resort from the capital, Male.

Opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Guests will enjoy 60 spacious villas, with the smallest measuring approximately 235 sq. m, each featuring its own pool and sunbathing terrace. Both two-story and single-story water villas with pools are perched on stilts in the crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. From here, there are stunning views of sunrises and sunsets. The beach villas, also equipped with pools, open onto a beach with pristine white sand. The two-story beach villa with a pool is designed for larger groups or families: each floor has its own living rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms. The interiors are inspired by the surrounding nature and local culture, reflected in the chosen color palette and materials used. The sloping thatched roofs resemble overturned traditional fishing boats called dhonis, with white egrets perched on them, their heads bowed down into the water.

“We are incredibly excited to open the first JW Marriott hotel in this truly remarkable place,” shares Mitzi Gaskins, Vice President of Global Brand Development. “Embracing the philosophy of wholeness, we strive to create an environment where our guests can fully enjoy first-class service with their loved ones and relax not only their bodies but also their souls.”

Opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Guests can enjoy a fitness center located in the lagoon, a beach pavilion for outdoor sports activities, daily strength and cardio workouts with instructors, yoga, fitness classes, and breathing exercises. And, of course, the signature spa, Spa by JW, where everyone can find treatments that suit them.

The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa has not overlooked food lovers: there are five restaurants on the hotel grounds with a diverse menu to suit every taste. Here, guests can enjoy traditional Maldivian seafood and exotic Thai cuisine at the tree café, wood-fired pizza, and Japanese teppanyaki, as well as the freshest produce from the hotel’s own garden every day. There are three bars awaiting guests, featuring a wine list of over three hundred labels from the Old and New Worlds, and a bar menu offering both Japanese sake and exclusive signature cocktails based on any of the 98 types of rum. For those who prefer the comfort of their own villa, 24-hour room service is readily available.

Opening of JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa

Children will undoubtedly be thrilled with the Little Griffins kids' club featuring a 13-meter pirate ship playground, a sleeping area, a dining area, game rooms, and classrooms where young guests can have fun and learn at the same time. The resort also boasts a large adults-only pool right at the edge of Vagaru Island, as well as a club house with a cigar room, shisha, and a billiards table.

A few meters from the island is a coral reef where guests of the JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa can admire the rich marine fauna. A local marine biologist monitors the reef's ecology and organizes diving, snorkeling, and other water sports activities. Stunning white sandy beaches combined with thoughtful design and unique Maldivian culture guarantee an unforgettable vacation!

About JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts

JW Marriott is part of the Marriott International group – a network of luxury hotels and resorts around the world. Each of the award-winning hotels guarantees its guests the JW Treatment level of service, designed for discerning and knowledgeable travelers. A truly luxurious getaway is created by those who are passionate about what they do, and JW Marriott hotels ensure an unforgettable stay. Guests have access to programs and offerings inspired by mindfulness ideas, allowing them to stay fit, feel confident, and fully enjoy every moment. The JW Marriott hotel brand currently includes over 85 hotels in more than 25 countries and territories worldwide. For more information, visit the website, as well as the pages on Instagram and Facebook. The JW Marriott network is a participant in the Marriott Bonvoy loyalty program for travelers, which combines the Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG) programs. Under this program, hotel guests receive various privileges and services from the Marriott Bonvoy Moments menu, as well as the ability to earn points and use them to pay for stays at the network’s hotels or to purchase Elite status. Join the program or learn more at MarriottBonvoy.marriott.com.

About Marriott International

The headquarters of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is located in Bethesda, Maryland, USA. Marriott International is comprised of 30 world-class brands and over 7,000 hotels in 132 countries and territories around the globe. Marriott engages in direct management as well as entering into franchising agreements and licensing private hotels and resorts worldwide. The company has now combined the Marriott Rewards®, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards®, and Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG) loyalty programs into a single loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy. For more information, visit , and for the latest news, visit . Follow news on Facebook, @MarriottIntl on Twitter, and Instagram.

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