Joali

Muravandhoo Island, Maldives

JOALI’s superlative guest experience begins the moment that your plane lands in the Maldivian capital of Malé. A hotel ambassador greets visitors at the gate and whisks them away to the onsite Joali Lounge. After a quick check in, groups board the hotel's private seaplane for a 45 minute flight to Muravandhoo Island in the Raa Atoll. On the private island, 73 personal villas are split between beachfront retreats and overwater bungalows positioned off a serpentine jetty. Contemporary designs feature vaulted ceilings and spacious outdoor areas furnished with daybeds and private pools. Butlers tend to the usual retinue of plush robes and slippers and supplement it with touches like snorkeling equipment. Above water, JOALI founder Esin Güral Argat’s passion for art is evident through the dozen of pieces and installations discoverable through an art map. A favourite of the honeymooner crowd, artist Porky Hefer’s giant likeness of a Manta Ray also provides a great location to enjoy a meal. After dining, channel your creativity in the studio with artists in residence or take a class in the teaching kitchen. Other culinary expeditions include a wine cellar, sweet shop and seven restaurants including outposts from celebrated chefs Theodor Falser and Hidemasa Yamamoto.

Key Information

• Rooms: 73
• Starting Rate: $1336
• High Season: December-April
• Dining: Saoke
• Drinking: Bellinis
• At the Hotel: spa, watersports, docks, boats, seaplane, gardens, teaching kitchen, art gallery, artists studio, library, gym, yoga
• 9606584400
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Location

Muravandhoo Island, Muravandhoo Island,