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  • Island Features
  • Tennis
  • Swimming Pool for Children
  • Splash Park for Children
  • Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
  • Swim Up Pool Bar
  • Communal Swimming Pool
  • Communal Swimming Pool (Adults only)
  • Kids Club (from 3 yrs)
  • Kids Club (from 4 yrs)
  • Babysitting Available
  • Doctor on Island
  • Nurse on Island
  • Decompression Chamber on Island
  • Island Time same as Airport/Male Time
  • Island Time 1 hour ahead of Airport/Male Time
  • Island Time 2 hours ahead of Airport/Male Time
  • Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 07 years)
  • Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 08 years)
  • Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 12 years)
  • Age Restriction - Adults Only (above 16 years)
  • Golf Buggies for transportation
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Evening Music Entertainment
  • Feeding of fish/shark/rays by the island
  • Shop - for Clothes
  • Shop - for Jewellery
  • Shop - for Gifts/Everyday
  • Snorkel Equipment included Free
  • Local Island Excursion
  • Evening Music such as - Bodu Beru
  • Evening Music such as - a Vocalist, a Band or a DJ
  • Bicycles (free)
  • Bicycles (chargeable)
  • Bicycles with Stabilisers or Child Seats
  • Child sized Bicycles
  • Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
  • Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
  • Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
  • Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
  • Located in Addu Atoll
  • Located in Baa Atoll
  • Located in Dhaalu Atoll
  • Located in Faafuu Atoll
  • Located in Gaafu Alifu Atoll
  • Located in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll
  • Located in Haa Alifu Atoll
  • Located in Haa Dhaalu Atoll
  • Located in Laamu Atoll
  • Located in Lhaviyani Atoll
  • Located in Meemu Atoll
  • Located in Noonu Atoll
  • Located in North Ari Atoll (Alif Alif Atoll)
  • Located in North Male Atoll (Kaafu Atoll)
  • Located in Raa Atoll
  • Located in Rasdhoo Atoll
  • Located in South Ari Atoll (Alif Dhaal Atoll)
  • Located in South Male Atoll
  • Located in Shaviyani Atoll
  • Located in Thaa Atoll
  • Located in Vaavu Atoll
  • Room
  • WiFi available in Rooms
  • WiFi available in Rooms (but chargeable)
  • WiFi available in Communal Areas
  • WiFi available in Communal Areas (but chargeable)
  • 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking door)
  • 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking corridoor)
  • 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking door)
  • 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking corridoor)
  • Twin Beds available? (enquire for room type)
  • Water Villas
  • Water Villas with Private Pools
  • Water Villa with Child Safety Rails
  • Water Villa with Slide
  • Beach Villas with Private Pools
  • Sunbeds numbered for Villa
  • Sunbeds on Beach for Water Villas
  • Butler Service
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
  • Minibar included in All Inclusive
  • Movies on Room TV included
  • Movies on Room TV chargeable
  • Minibar in the room
  • Iron and Ironing Board available
  • Dining
  • All Inclusive
  • All Inclusive including A La Carte
  • Bar that shows Football/Sports
  • Celebration Beach Dining Available
  • Celebration Dining Dug into Sand Available
  • Early Dining for Children
  • OverWater Bar/Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly Menus in Standard Restaurants
  • Food Intolerances can be Accommodated
  • UnderWater Bar/Restaurant
  • Breakfast - Buffet only
  • Breakfast - a la Carte only
  • Breakfast - Buffet and a la Carte
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
  • Minibar included in All Inclusive
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
  • Minibar in the room
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
  • In the Water
  • Snorkelling available from the Beach
  • Snorkelling available from Water Villas
  • Snorkelling available from a Boat Trip (free)
  • Snorkelling from a Boat Trip (chargeable)
  • Water Sports available free (non motorised)
  • Water Sports available chargeable (non motorised)
  • Water Sports available free (motorised)
  • Water Sports available chargeable (motorised)
  • Water Villa access to Water via a Runged Ladder
  • Water Villa access to Water via a Flat Step Ladder
  • Water Villa access to Water via Flat Step Stairs
  • Sandy Bottomed Lagoon
  • Surf Waves from Shore
  • Surf Waves accessible from boat trip
  • Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
  • Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
  • Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
  • Certified Dive Centre
  • Nitrox Diving
  • Whale Shark Season (May to December)
  • Whale Shark Season (January to April)
  • Manta Ray Season (June to November)
  • Manta Ray Season (January to May)
  • Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
  • Regular Turtle Sightings
  • Bioluminescence seen in past 12 months
  • Water Park in Lagoon
  • Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
  • Snorkel Equipment included Free
  • Buoyancy Jacket for Snorkelling included
  • Accessibility
  • Wheelchair Accessible Villa
  • Swimming Pool Hoist/Crane
  • Swimming Pool Flat Step Ladder
  • Swimming Pool Flat Step Entry
  • Swimming Pool Slope
  • Hard Walkways
  • Golf Buggy Available
  • Sand Wheelchair
  • Transfer
  • Speedboat Transfer
  • SeaPlane Transfer (water to water)
  • Private Seaplane Lounge (as opposed to Communal)
  • Domestic Plane Transfer (tarmac to tarmac)
  • After Sunset Transfer available
  • Air Conditioned Speedboat
  • Air Conditioned Seaplane
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Joy Island

Joy Island Maldives 
Joy Island Maldives
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Joy Island Maldives beach
Flawless beaches
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Joy Island from above
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Dusk over the lagoon
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Joy Island Maldives pool
Main pool
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The lagoon
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Joy Island Maldives beach walk
Evening walks on the beach
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Joy Island Maldives water sports
Slow days on the water
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Joy Island Maldives house reef snorkelling
House reef
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Joy Island Maldives jet skiing
Jet skiing on the lagoon
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Joy Island Maldives fitness centre
Gym
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Joy Island Maldives destination dining 1
Romantic dinner on the beach
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Joy Island Maldives destination dining 2
Private dinner
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Joy Island Maldives floating breakfast
Floating breakfast in your private pool
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Joy Island Maldives 
Pizza at Basilico
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Joy Island Maldives Palm Beach
Palm Beach
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Joy Island Maldives Rainbow Bar
Rainbow Bar
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Rainbow Bar
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Joy Island Maldives The Market 1
The Market
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The Market
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Joy Island Maldives Kiddie Cove kids club 3
Kiddie Cove
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Joy Island Maldives tennis court
Tennis court
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Joy Island Maldives The Market 3
The Market
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The Market
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Joy Island Maldives private dinner
Private dinner on the beach
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Kiddie Cove
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Joy Island Maldives Kiddie Cove kids club 2
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Joy Island Maldives map
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Joy Island, a name could never be more fitting for a joyful place.

An island of happiness, full of activities and services for the most fun holiday in Maldives.

Featuring 151 villas on the beach and in the lagoon, Joy Island is located in North Malé Atoll close from Velana International Airport, only 40 minutes away by speedboat. 

The shape of this beautiful island resembles a butterfly with its wide white sand beach, surrounded by a stunning turquoise lagoon. 

Joy Island has 151 rooms, 60 rooms located overwater with breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean, and 91 rooms on the beach surrounded by beautiful tropical vegetation. From spacious villas to elegantly luxurious suites, each accommodation is thoughtfully designed to ensure your utmost comfort. Savor the added luxury of private plunge pools for an intimate for an intimate experience for a refreshing dip.

Indulge in a diverse range of exquisite dining options from a selection of three restaurants and 1 bar in the most Joyful Island. The main restaurant, THE MARKET comes with various live cooking stations
offering a wide variety of culinary delights. PALM BEACH Restaurant offers à la carte dining on the beach with a magnificent view of the Indian Ocean. For authentic Italian wood-fired oven-baked pizzas, Il BASILICO is the perfect place to be. RAINBOW Bar serves as a gathering spot for drinks and nightly entertainments surrounded by Joyful ambience.
Experience our destination dining options, from a magical sunset dinner under the stars on a sunken
sand table, floating in your own private pool, or a picnic on the sandbank.

Island Attributes

  • Island Features
  • Tennis
  • Swimming Pool for Children
  • Splash Park for Children
  • Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
  • Swim Up Pool Bar
  • Communal Swimming Pool
  • Communal Swimming Pool (Adults only)
  • Kids Club (from 3 yrs)
  • Kids Club (from 4 yrs)
  • Babysitting Available
  • Doctor on Island
  • Nurse on Island
  • Decompression Chamber on Island
  • Island Time 1 hour ahead of Airport/Male Time
  • Golf Buggies for transportation
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Evening Music Entertainment
  • Feeding of fish/shark/rays by the island
  • Shop - for Gifts/Everyday
  • Snorkel Equipment included Free
  • Local Island Excursion
  • Evening Music such as - Bodu Beru
  • Evening Music such as - a Vocalist, a Band or a DJ
  • Bicycles (free)
  • Bicycles (chargeable)
  • Bicycles with Stabilisers or Child Seats
  • Child sized Bicycles
  • Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
  • Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
  • Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
  • Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
  • Located in North Male Atoll (Kaafu Atoll)
  • Room
  • WiFi available in Rooms
  • WiFi available in Rooms (but chargeable)
  • WiFi available in Communal Areas
  • WiFi available in Communal Areas (but chargeable)
  • 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking door)
  • 2 Bedroom Beach Villas (with linking corridoor)
  • 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking door)
  • 2 Bedroom Water Villas (with linking corridoor)
  • Twin Beds available? (enquire for room type)
  • Water Villas with Private Pools
  • Water Villa with Child Safety Rails
  • Water Villa with Slide
  • Beach Villas with Private Pools
  • Sunbeds numbered for Villa
  • Sunbeds on Beach for Water Villas
  • Butler Service
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
  • Minibar included in All Inclusive
  • Movies on Room TV included
  • Movies on Room TV chargeable
  • Minibar in the room
  • Iron and Ironing Board available
  • Dining
  • All Inclusive
  • All Inclusive including A La Carte
  • Bar that shows Football/Sports
  • Celebration Beach Dining Available
  • Celebration Dining Dug into Sand Available
  • Early Dining for Children
  • OverWater Bar/Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly Restaurant
  • Vegan Friendly Menus in Standard Restaurants
  • Food Intolerances can be Accommodated
  • UnderWater Bar/Restaurant
  • Breakfast - Buffet only
  • Breakfast - a la Carte only
  • Breakfast - Buffet and a la Carte
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (free)
  • Minibar included in All Inclusive
  • Coffee Machine and Pods (chargeable)
  • Minibar in the room
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining
  • Room Service/In Villa Dining (incl. in a mealplan)
  • In the Water
  • Snorkelling available from the Beach
  • Snorkelling available from Water Villas
  • Snorkelling available from a Boat Trip (free)
  • Snorkelling from a Boat Trip (chargeable)
  • Water Sports available free (non motorised)
  • Water Sports available chargeable (non motorised)
  • Water Sports available free (motorised)
  • Water Sports available chargeable (motorised)
  • Water Villa access to Water via a Runged Ladder
  • Water Villa access to Water via a Flat Step Ladder
  • Water Villa access to Water via Flat Step Stairs
  • Sandy Bottomed Lagoon
  • Surf Waves from Shore
  • Surf Waves accessible from boat trip
  • Sea Defences (sea walls) offshore
  • Sea Defences which disappear at High Tide
  • Groynes extend from Beach into Lagoon
  • Certified Dive Centre
  • Nitrox Diving
  • Whale Shark Season (May to December)
  • Whale Shark Season (January to April)
  • Manta Ray Season (June to November)
  • Manta Ray Season (January to May)
  • Sea Grass Area (friendly to Turtles)
  • Regular Turtle Sightings
  • Bioluminescence seen in past 12 months
  • Water Park in Lagoon
  • Bubble Master Introductory Diving for Kids
  • Snorkel Equipment included Free
  • Buoyancy Jacket for Snorkelling included
  • Accessibility
  • Wheelchair Accessible Villa
  • Swimming Pool Hoist/Crane
  • Swimming Pool Flat Step Ladder
  • Swimming Pool Flat Step Entry
  • Swimming Pool Slope
  • Hard Walkways
  • Golf Buggy Available
  • Sand Wheelchair
  • Transfer
  • Speedboat Transfer
  • SeaPlane Transfer (water to water)
  • Private Seaplane Lounge (as opposed to Communal)
  • Domestic Plane Transfer (tarmac to tarmac)
  • After Sunset Transfer available
  • Air Conditioned Speedboat
  • Air Conditioned Seaplane

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Restaurants and Bars

The Market

Our main restaurant is an open-air market style which provides a great variety of cuisines from all over the world. Different daily themes
will spoil all tastes and culinary needs. This very special restaurant offers a service that reminds you of the biggest cosmopolitan cities in the world, but from where you can see the amazing Indian Ocean.

Il Basilico

Next to the pool is our typical Italian pizzeria, il Basilico. Here you will find some of the main and most loved Italian dishes, overwhelmed by nature and tropical colours.

Rainbow

Joy Island’s main bar, as suggested by the name, is full of colours and happiness. The Rainbow bar is a convivial meeting spot. Here, we serve freshly made cocktails and wide varieties of wine, accompanied by live music performances and entertainment every night.

Chiringuito

On the tip of the island you can find our Chiringuito; this is both a restaurant and a bar. Lunch is offered in an amazing paella while used for suggestive BBQs under the stars.

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Beach Villa

Our entry level room, 50-square meters Beach Villas are located on the east side of the island with an amazing sunrise view. Each villa includes a typical open air Maldivian bathroom for an authentic experience.

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Beach Suite

At 70-square meters, Beach Suites offer larger living rooms and more spacious open air Maldivian bathroom. All Beach Suites are located on the west side of the island where the ultimate sunset view awaits.

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Beach Suite with Pool

Joy’s Beach Suites with Pool are the ultimate in self-indulgence. Guests can enjoy a large, 100-square meters suite with sunset view that comes with a private pool overlooking the beach.

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Family Beach Villa

Joy’s huge 100-square meters Family Beach Villas are the perfect option for families of three or more with an inter-connecting door from the veranda. They are ideal for parents who wants to stay close to their children but also want their own privacy.

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Lagoon Villa

These luxurious 60-square meters overwater villas are the epitome of understated elegance. Our Lagoon villas are located on the east side of the island, from where you can enjoy the sunrise from the privacy of your room.

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Lagoon Suite

The 70-square meters Lagoon Suites provide direct access to the turquoise lagoon, and guests enjoy stunning views over the ocean, complete with astonishing sunsets.

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£5,604.00ENQUIRE
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Lagoon Suite with Pool

Our 100-square meters Lagoon suite pool are a step-up in extravagant luxury, these suites come with a wade-in private pool on the sundeck.

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Joy Beach Suite

The 300-square meters Joy Beach Suite is the ultimate in lux comfort, and is the largest guest suite on the island. It has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a magnificent living room. It also presents an outdoor dining area, with a private plunge pool. Its stunning beachfront setting affords a jaw dropping view of the lagoon and of the sunset.

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Joy Lagoon Suite

Our largest overwater suite, 280-square meters; this luxurious villa features modern furniture with colours that complements the amazing landscape.This corner of heaven is ideal for submerging in a special retreat, far from the busy life. It has a big private deck with sunbeds, a gorgeous lagoon setting with a private pool and sunset view. The suite offers everything you could want for an exclusive, romantic and unforgettable holiday in the Maldives.

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Sports and Activities

Fully equipped water sport and PADI diving center offering various water activities with professional instructors an ultimate equipments.
House reef on one side of the island reachable by a short swim. The resort also has a tennis court and a paddle tennis court. Daily boat excursions to discover nearby islands and snorkeling in the majestic reefs nearby.

Kids Club

Joy’s Kids Club has a wide variety of activities to keep younger guests happy and entertained. The Kids club is fully supervised by professional adult staff.

Dream Spa

Our experienced spa therapists will make your serene holiday dream come true with a wide range of therapeutic treatments from various corners of the world to ensure a sublime spa experience, designed to heal the mind, body and spirit. Located overwater, the treatment rooms are ideal for couples treatments and massages in complete privacy with a stunning view of the Indian Ocean.

Complimentary Guest Services

These services will be provided on complimentary basis where applicable. Should clients wish to avail these services
the request is to be submitted at the time of reservations.
1. Guest celebrating birthday or anniversary on the island will receive a cake per stay.
2. Repeat guests will receive a fruit basket on arrival per stay.

Honeymoon Offers

These services will be provided on complimentary basis where applicable.
Should clients wish to avail these services the request is to be submitted at the time of reservations.
To qualify for honeymoon services, honeymooners will be required to submit certified documents
(validity max. 12 months) and this should be communicated to the clients at the time of reservation.
● All Honeymooners for a minimum 4 nights stay will receive a bottle of wine, chocolate with special turn down service
per room per stay and a Romantic Candle lit dinner for two persons.
● Free upgrade from Beach Villa to Lagoon Villa / From Beach Suite to Lagoon Suite (subject to room availability at
the time of booking) for the period from 01.09.2023 -26.12.2024.

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Lowest Rates
We only offer the Maldives and we have great relationships with the Management teams - so we’re confident we have the lowest rates in the world... just ask our customers!
Consumer Protection
All our holiday packages are doubly protected.
ATOL protects packages with flights.
The TTA protects ATOL packages and accommodation and transfer packages.
These are provided at no extra cost so you can book knowing you’re in the safest of hands.
All in prices
Many travel websites who sell the Maldives do not include 10% government taxes and 12% service charges, plus other taxes within their rates.
Purely Maldives’ prices are inclusive of all taxes and surcharges and we ALWAYS include either speedboat, seaplane or domestic plane transfers (click on the Transfer tab).
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The Purely Maldives team have personally stayed at over 100 resorts and have been visiting this paradise for over 30 years, so with our knowledge and experience, we can organise your dream holiday with confidence adding value at every stage of your booking.
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Resort facts.
Atoll Name
North Male Atoll (Kaafu Atoll)
Distance from Male
 
House Reef from Shore
 
Groynes on Beach
No
Sea Walls in Lagoon
Yes
Age Range
All ages
All Inclusive Available
Yes (buffet)
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Number of Beach Villas
 
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