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JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, a short walk to Maldives Islamic Centre

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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy, body wraps
Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk
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2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La, in the business district, offers an upscale experience with a rooftop terrace and on-site shopping. Enjoy body scrubs at Aristo Spa or coffee at the café. Guests appreciate the attentive staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
Spa

Spa

Aristo Spa has 4 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The hotel's spa offers massages and wellness treatments such as aromatherapy, Ayurvedic treatments, body scrubs, and body wraps.

Room options

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 31 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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City view

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 2 Twin Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Malé, JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La is in the city center and near the beach. Maldives Islamic Centre and Medhu Ziyaaraiy are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hulhumale Ferry Terminal and Victory Wreck Dive Site.
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Ameer Ahmed Magu, Malé, Kaafu Atoll, 20096

What's nearby

  • Sultan Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Maldives Islamic Centre - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chaandhanee Magu - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Hulhumale Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Male Fish Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪City Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe'ier - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gloria Jean's Coffees (Henveiru) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Azur - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kings Corner - ‬2 min walk

About this property

JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La

Upscale hotel near Maldives Islamic Centre
Take advantage of a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a rooftop terrace, and shopping on site at JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La. Indulge in a body wrap, a facial, and a massage at Aristo Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a coffee shop/cafe and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Limo/town car service, buffet breakfast (surcharge), and express check-in
  • Tour/ticket assistance, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • Massage treatment rooms, coffee/tea in the lobby, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 114 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Down comforters, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Azur
  • Jen's Kitchen On-the-Go
  • Lime
  • Panini

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference center (1,044 square feet of space)
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (31 inch wide door)
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity (24 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (24 inches high)

More

  • 1 building
  • 14 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat and shuttle to the property; guests must contact the property at least 24 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 135.52 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 18 for adults and USD 9 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 135.52 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who book breakfast-inclusive rate plans will receive breakfast for guests age 12 and older.

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 11 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 11 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Jen Maldives Male By Shangri
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri La
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La Malé
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La Hotel
Hotel Jen Malé Maldives by Shangri La
JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La Hotel Malé

Frequently asked questions

Does JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle.

Where is JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La located?

Located in the heart of Malé, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Old Friday Mosque and Maldives Islamic Centre. Medhu Ziyaaraiy and Mulee Aage Palace are just steps away.

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JEN Maldives Male by Shangri-La Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 380 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 127 out of 380 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 380 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 380 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 380 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool and friendly reception desk staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

FEDERICO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tariq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with friendly cooperative staff in safe quiet neighborhood near the airport. Suitable for business travelers.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was decent for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Benise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is within Male, walking distance to everything around. The breakfast was awesome, wide array of food items from different parts of the world.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service - repeatedly - by Anie at reception
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leeann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super helpful team. Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Nothing special
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is located close to everything. All taxis knew where hotel was located. Staff were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Adele

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The bedroom felt very damp due to the humidity. There was a dehumidifier already in the room which we used and had to empty of water several times during the night. This meant even the sheets felt damp.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Jen, Male

Lovely rooftop pool but limited seating/sun loungers. The restaurant was pretty good. Business orientated hotel but good for an overnight transit stay, if you want to experience Male.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good service n helpful staff
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
JEN Maldives was a great stay. Transfers were arranged swiftly with our resort. Check in was simple and the location was great. The room was great, very clean. Transfer back to the airport was arranged and was provided on time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa was great. Loved the restaurant on roof. The roof top pool was amazing. Breakfast was very large with lots of options. Service was excellent. Rooms were clean and comfortable - very nice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite, friendly and safe
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little stopover in Male. Flexible check out times and a pool on the roof to spend time in if waiting long times until your next flight/ferry. Convenient and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

rolando

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel was quite good the only thing that I didn't think was fair that the reception after 45 min of giving us the room they called me at 12:45 am to charge me $89.32 dollars because one of my daughters was 14 years old we arrived at 11:45 pm we left at 7am only to sleep 5 hours I paid full price room plus the extra they charge for my daughter's $89 without breakfast more than $300 dollars I talked to supervisor name Foaravind which was not great help.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were lovely. Food at restaurant really good. Unfortunetly our plane was delayed so we got there really late and had to leave early, but I would have loved to seen more of it. The pool looked beautifully lit at night. Service to and from airport was fantastic and staff so helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

It’s 3 stars at best

It’s a good option if you have to stay in Male island for a night. The floor is very greasy and the bed feels moist. The overall clean. Fast check in and pick up from airport. Decent selection at breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Darlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was exceptionally sweet. The room could use an update with the air quality. The aircon ran loudly and nonstop and there was a persistent mold smell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pradeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great holidaying

My 04 N/5D was quite pleasant. Hotel is very clean. All staff [ house keeping and Catering/ Dinning hall] was very humble and cooperative except the hotel staff at reception [ some local female staff ] . Breakfast was very good. Dinner also very fine, but very few choice for Vegetarians.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

balaji

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Iti s clean, good AC, good bed , the staff give me upgrade to sea view . House keeping was good . But the health faucet had zero pressure and they were not able to fix it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We reached Male late at night, so it made financial sense and was also a safer option to stay in Male for the night and continued our journey to the island resort in the next Morning. We chose Jen, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The hotel is like 15mins drive from the airport. They offer airport transfer on both directions. Walking out of the arrival hall, we were greeted by the hotel driver/staff, which was seamless. We had the executive room, which was quite spacious. The toilet and showering were in separate rooms. The building and rooms were a bit dated, but very clean. The bed and pillows were clean and comfortable. We had no complaint at all. The morning breakfast buffet was at lvl1. It is not sumptuous, but has decent spread including bread, porridge, some warm and cold dishes. The hotel also has a swimming pool and gym on the roof. After breakfast, the hotel sent us back to the jetty where we found and boarded the island resort speed boat. Overall, it's a pleasant stay and trouble free. IMO, this hotel is a good choice for Male layover.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pretty

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breakfast & facility

Breakfast was pathetic in terms of choice and quality of food. Rooms are already old and not revamped. Tap knob kept falling off and maintainence did not even bother to upkeep it. Beds are already not in usable condition to have a comfortable sleep.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

JULIET

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were helpful except reservations. We had to make an unexpected cancellation after the first night as we realized we could not access the resorts from the hotel in Male city contrary to what we had thought. Despite all entreaties to charge the standard one night fee only, the reservations team insisted on debiting the entire cost for the 3 day booking. They tossed us back and forth claiming that the travel site refused to grant any accommodation all the while they had the power to apply discretion because we had paid at the hotel on arrival. Up till now they never even deigned to respond to my email.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

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