World Class Experiences
With 11 dining choices plus a plethora of activities, you might have to extend your stay.
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Reef villas are cathedral-vast and designed with smooth marble floors, taupe sofas, a minibar stocked with ready-made cocktails, and an outdoor space with a pool large enough for laps at dusk when fruit bats swoop overhead.
Conde Nast Traveler, January 2025While the main resort has plenty to offer, the most eye-catching feature of the Waldorf Astoria may be its private island, an exclusive escape with room for up to 24 guests — and a nightly price tag approaching six figures.
Travel + Leisure, July 2024Offering palatial overwater villas and Michelin-worthy dining, it's little wonder the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi has been hailed the archipelago's hottest debut in decades.
GQ (UK), May 2020Paradise may be an overused word, but this island is more than worthy of the term. The sand really is that dazzling white; the water that clear; the sunsets that hypnotic.
The Telegraph, January 2020Awards
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9th place (tie).
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Escape to paradise on the white sands and crystal blue waters of the Indian Ocean at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi. With 11 celebrated dining venues, a world-class spa sanctuary, and activities for all ages, this tropical haven promises an unforgettable experience. The resort’s 119 reef, beach, and overwater villas stretch across three islands, offering a wealth of luxury and adventure to discover.
Secluded beach, overwater, and hybrid reef villas come with private pools and indoor-outdoor spaces that showcase breathtaking ocean views. Culinary creativity shines in the 11 restaurants and bars, each offering a unique dining experience. Enjoy elevated dining among the treetops at Terra, or savor Michelin-starred chef Dave Pynt’s signature barbecue at The Ledge.
Whether you're seeking relaxation or excitement, every day brings new possibilities. Dive into marine gardens to explore ocean life, lounge on pristine beaches, or enjoy a game of Padel or tennis with our resident pro. The Stars Club for Kids and Club Nova for teens ensure younger guests are equally captivated by the magic of the Maldives.
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