JA ManafaruvsCOMO Maalifushi
Both hotels are rated very highly by travel writers. Overall, COMO Maalifushi, The Maldives scores marginally better than JA Manafaru. COMO Maalifushi, The Maldives has a TripExpert Score of 78 with recommendations from 3 sources like Lonely Planet, Condé Nast Traveler and Mr & Mrs Smith.
JA Manafaru
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 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
"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
COMO Maalifushi
Sylva
From $1,073/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Condé Nast Traveler
"On the remote Thaa Atoll in the Maldives, the Maalifushi by COMO stands alone, a luxurious, isolated island getaway hovering above untouched coral gardens and schools of dolphins and sea turtles." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The first resort in remote Thaa Atoll is the glorious new creation of the COMO group." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith
"At Como Maalifushi, your most taxing daily decision will be which swimwear to wear." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"Como Maalifushi is seductively low-key, attracting famous fashion designers and Hollywood celebrities with its minimalist styling, knowing service and superstar-worthy food and facilities." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"The highlights include superb food, an excellent holistic spa and state-of-the-art rooms...the island has great stretches of beach, and enjoys its own atmospheric desert island nearby." Full review