EMPTYJET Preferred
Joali Maldives
Raa Atoll · Maldives
4.7(198)Google ratingPrice on request
- Island
- Beach
- beach
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Vakkaru Maldives
Vakkaru Island, Baa Atoll, Republic of Maldives, 20041, MV · Raa Atoll, Maldives
- RecommendedForbes Travel Guide19 Aug 2026
- 4.7/5Google rating204 reviews · 19 Aug 2026
Best for
- families
- couples
- honeymoon
- beach
- wellness
About Vakkaru Maldives
Vakkaru Maldives is an EMPTYJET Preferred resort located on a private island in Raa Atoll, Maldives. The property features 113 rooms, including beach villas, overwater villas, and private pool villas. Guests have access to a private beach, Merana Spa with overwater pavilions offering globally inspired therapies and Ayurveda, and dedicated butler service. Amenities include a kids club, fitness centre, wine cellar, water sports centre, and padel tennis court. The resort is officially rated 5 stars and holds a Forbes Travel Guide Recommended award for 2026.
With five restaurants, two bars, and a range of recreational activities, Vakkaru Maldives caters to families and couples seeking a luxury island experience in the Maldives.
Why it stands out
Vakkaru Maldives is listed as EMPTYJET Preferred for its private island setting in Raa Atoll, 5-star rating, Forbes Travel Guide Recommended award, and comprehensive amenities including private beach, overwater spa, and butler service. Its range of villas and family-friendly facilities make it a standout Maldives destination.
Key facts
- Keys
- 113 rooms
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 / 12:00
- Pets
- not_allowed
- Children
- Complimentary stays for children below the age of 12 for 5 nights and above
- Type
- Beach, Island, Private island, Family
Amenities
Verified 19 Aug 2026Activities
- Private beach — a luxury Maldives private island resort in Baa Atoll, where overwater villas, pristine beaches
- Water sports — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Water Sports Centre
- Tennis — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Padel Tennis Court
- Padel — evidence: From Splash and padel to kids clubs and island sports
Dining
- Wine cellar — evidence: served in five restaurants, two bars, a wine cellar
Family
- Kids club — evidence: kids clubs
Rooms
- Rooms with private pool — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Private Pool Villas
- Villas — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Beach Villas
- Butler service — evidence: Dedicated butler service throughout your stay
- Overwater villas — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Overwater Villas
Wellness
- Spa — At Merana Spa, overwater pavilions offer globally inspired therapies, Ayurveda
- Fitness centre — JSON-LD amenityFeature: Fitness Centre
Spa & wellness
Verified 19 Aug 2026Beach
Verified 19 Aug 2026Services
Verified 19 Aug 2026Awards & affiliations
Location
5.1353, 72.9100Sources+
- EMPTYJET seed catalogueSeed4 fields
- Official hotel websiteOfficial18 fields
- Serper (Google Maps data)Places provider2 fields
- WikidataEncyclopedia1 field
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