Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali
- Feb 1, 2021
- 6 min read
Formerly known as Lux* North Male Atoll resort, Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company has announced its new Maldives resort, Jumeirah Maldives, and will be welcoming its first guests from 1st October 2021 onwards.
This latest addition reveals the transformation of Olhahali island into one of the Maldives’ most innovative resorts. Coming in at an admirable 4th place in prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s 2020 Readers’ Choice Award - Indian Ocean Category, the former LUX* North Male Atoll Resort & Villas is contemporary in design and provides a stark contrast to the more traditional take on island life.
Make a choice between a 45 minute speedboat or a 15 minute seaplane transfer from Malé and arrive at the intimate resort, where you will discover an all-new modern twist on Maldivian hideaways, a far cry from the traditional woods and thatch.
If you're looking for similar resorts that is near to Malé International Airport and can be reachable via boat transfers, you may like to consider the following:
Striking new architecture abounds, with 67 villas, residences and retreats on either the beach or over water and with huge spacious living areas. Guests can expect outdoor decks, private gardens and private pools.
Unique in the Maldives, each residence is crowned with an expansive reef terrace, a magnificent private deck that is elevated five metres above the giant house lagoon with barbecue grills, a rooftop bar, cinema, Yoga plinth and starlight Jacuzzi, to create the ultimate sky lounge for those who love the high life.
Extraordinary service, a breathtaking dose of design, innovative dining concepts, and all the details that take a holiday from good to perfect: Jumeirah Maldives defies all norms and stereotypes.
Accommodation
Inspiring nautical forms and tones enhance this intimate resort elegantly styled by Singapore design group Miaja. Each of the 67 residences sits either on the beach or overwater so that guests benefit from a breezy living area which is 350 sq m at the very minimum.
Click here to jump to different accommodation types:
From April 2026, guests are welcomed to a collection of newly reimagined villas at the West Jetty, marking the first milestone of the resort's phased enhancement. The new villa types are:
One Bedroom Ocean Villa with Pool/One Bedroom Lagoon Villa with Pool (351 sqm)
One Bedroom Grand Lagoon Villa with Pool (369sqm)
Two Bedroom Water Residence with Pool (680sqm)
One Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool
Check-in to your 351 sqm gorgeous contemporary beach villa surrounded by coconut palms fringed by the warm Maldivian waters.
With a separate living room, enjoy the bright and spacious living area with modern facilities such as WiFi, iPTV, charging stations, sound system, remote-controlled curtain and more.
Slip into your hotel robe and retreat to the own, private rooftop overlooking the iconic pink-rimmed infinity pool below, complete with sun loungers, al fresco dining table and parasol.
Get direct access to the white, sandy beach from your outdoor area with a deck, sunken lounge, love chair and a 7-metres infinity pool bordering the beach and sea.
One Bedroom Water Villa with Pool
Perched on stilts above the lagoon, our water villa is a happy place for travellers seeking the ultimate Maldives experience.
The double-storey overwater villa has a private rooftop with sun loungers, al fresco dining table and a parasol - perfect for a romantic dinner, a movie under the stars, sunrise yoga or just to relax in the sun.
The 7-metres infinity pool overlooks the lagoon, so you can switch from the salty sea to the pool anytime. The surrounding outdoor area comes with a deck, sunken lounge and love chair.
The separate living area is spacious, airy and lets in plenty of sunlight and sea breeze from the Maldivian sea. Comes complete with WiFi, iPTV, charging stations, sound system and remote-controlled curtains.
In your separate bedroom, wake up every morning to views of the lagoon in your grand and comfy bed - the ultimate definition of an indulgent holiday in the Maldives.
New 1- and 2-BR Villa Types at Jumeirah Maldives
Designed with quiet luxury in mind, the new villas offer enhanced space, privacy, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living, blending contemporary architecture with Maldivian craftsmanship. The new villa options are:
One Bedroom Ocean Villa with Pool (351sqm)
One Bedroom Lagoon Villa with Pool (351sqm)
One Bedroom Grand Lagoon Villa with Pool (369sqm)
Two Bedroom Water Residence with Pool (680sqm)
More images of the villas will be released in May 2026.
Two Bedroom Sunrise/Sunset Beach Residence with Pool
Ideal for families and friends travelling together, the two-bedroom residences feature spacious living areas, private pools and direct access to the ocean. Thoughtfully designed layouts offer both shared spaces and quiet corners for complete relaxation. The extended rooftop terrace provides a spacious area for al fresco dining. Enjoy direct access to the beach or lagoon, or find solace in the private 14.3 metre infinity pool.
Three Bedroom Sunset Water/Beach Retreat with Pool
Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali offers 2 types of 3-bedroom villas:
Three Bedroom Sunset Water Retreat with Pool (997 sqm)
Three Bedroom Sunset Beach Retreat with Pool (990 sqm)
With front-row views of the sea and access to a 1000 sqm private beach, the 3-bedroom villas offer a truly immersive island experience. The expansive living areas can acommodate up to 8 guests, housing 2 king-size beds and twin-size beds.
Unlike the other villas, both retreats have a private workspace, fitness area and ultra-spacious rooftop terrace with al fresco dining area. Rejuvenate in your private gym, enhanced by a steam room and sauna. Enjoy wines from the mini wine cellar and unwind on your own rooftop hammock. Pool lengths reflect the scale of the accommodation, measuring 18 metres in the three bedroom retreats.
Dining
Get creatively cool with a tasting menu or take sophisticated nights to bespoke new heights with award-wining chefs - whether by candle or moonlight you’ll also discover the most magical stages for special-occasion romance. From breakfast to lunch and dinner - and any impromptu moment between - you’ll find a menu to move you.
Glow
Glow offers all-day dining with a variety of international dishes, celebrating healthy eating and fresh produce Enjoy the view from your table on the outdoor terrace - and the very best in creative, international cuisine.
Its expansive terrace offers guests a wonderfully relaxed al fresco experience and beautiful views of the Maldivian sunsets.
Nestled just next to Glow, the main restaurant, Glow Bar is your go-to spot for a refined menu of bites and refreshments. Slipping into the night, find a unique cognac or devilish cocktail to melt into a soundtrack that’s addictively original.
Kayto
Captivating guests over dinner with its exotic blend of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine known as ‘Nikkei’, Kayto offers guests a memorable experience of authentic flavours and true culinary craftmanship.
Shimmers
This Mediterranean restaurant offers exceptional dining experiences in a vibrant beach club setting, delivering the ultimate in casual alfresco dining. Shimmers features exquisite Mediterranean cuisine, set against a backdrop of amazing sunrises, breath-taking ocean views and a chilled ambience, thanks to its resident DJ and regular live music performances.
Alaaya Bay
Set along the shoreline, Alaaya Bay celebrates the elemental beauty of cooking over fire. Premium seafood, carefully selected meats and seasonal ingredients are prepared over open flames, drawing out bold, natural flavours. With sweeping lagoon views and a relaxed beachside atmosphere, it invites guests to gather, share and savour moments shaped by the sea, fire and island breeze.
Café Lounge
The world’s finest coffee beans take centre stage in a stylish and inviting setting at Café Lounge, where careful brewing, refined service, and serene surroundings create a restorative pause in the day.
Destination Dining
Those looking to celebrate special occasions can enjoy a romantic dinner experience with private set up on the Sunset Pier.
Spa and Wellness
This over-the-lagoon world of wellbeing is no ordinary spa. Here, the two-hour treatments for twosomes include body scrubs, massages and aromatherapy bathing rituals, ensuring you never miss a moment together. The treatment rooms are right over the water in view of where the ocean currents collide. For a more private experience, they also provide private spa treatments in your villa or in the fresh air on the rooftop with the waves as your soundtrack.
Experiences
Not many islands are blessed with such a spectacular reef, metres from the beach, entertaining you with tropical fish, stingrays and the occasional pods of dolphins. The location of the resort is well-positioned as a launchpad for outdoor and adventure seekers.
For the adventurous, there’s a world class PADI dive centre and access to the Maldives’ most famous shipwrecks and caves. With a resident marine biologist on hand, you can find out more about the resort's coral restoration projects or discover turtles, spotted eagle rays, bannerfish and reef sharks who are all visitors to the house reef.
Plenty of other activities are available - some complimentary - such as stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, wind surfing and more.
Foray Travels is a bespoke luxury travel concierge that specialises in the finest luxury resort & hotel experiences for discerning travellers. Revel in unforgettable experience elevated by tailored services, specialised expertise, and exclusive privileges when you entrust us to bring the world’s most exceptional hotels and resorts to you.
For Jumeirah Maldives Olhahali Island offers, packages, bookings or enquiries, please kindly request a quotation or contact our friendly concierge team via WhatsApp:
