Overlooking the Indian Ocean, this posh resort on a secluded private island is 1 hour and 25 minutes by plane from Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Featuring decks with private plunge pools, daybeds and BBQs, the upscale villas provide free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges, plus open-roof baths and designer toiletries. Villas on the water with glass floors offer direct ocean access. Some have kitchenettes.
Amenities include 4 restaurants, 2 bars (1 is poolside) and a spa. There's also an infinity pool and a gym, plus a dive center and a water sports center. Breakfast, aqua aerobics and yoga classes are available (fee).
No. Of Villas: 82
Duration: 25min
Mode of transfer: Seaplane
Distance from airport: 59.5km
Located in North Ari Atoll, 25 minutes by seaplane from Male International Airport, W Maldives is a luxury playground.
Welcome to the only place in Maldives where turquoise water and pristine sand come infused with W Maldives' signature style, luxury and personality. Whether you prefer to jump in the ocean from the deck of your overwater bungalow or you like lush tropical foliage steps from the sand offered by our beach bungalows, you can live it up and soak it in from comfortable, stylish accommodations inspired by the breathtaking natural beauty of Maldives.
Half of our accommodations offer a unique overwater stay, creating a serene environment for your stay.
Catch some rays on the sundeck and go for a dip in your private plunge pool or hop down the steps and dive into the lagoon. Stretch out on the circular daybed to soak up some sun, or close the encircling curtains for a nap in the shade. Sip a fine vintage from the wine fridge. At night, the glowing outdoor cabana is the perfect place to watch the stars and the stingrays passing by.
Head inside, where the energy of underwater sea life is reflected by blue and white tones. Lounge in a stingray rocking chair amid a jellyfish coffee table, medusa lights and a cocktail trolley. Peep through glass sections of flooring in the living room to check out the marine life swimming below. Flip a switch to illuminate underwater lights for a night-time peek at the fauna. Stay connected while cast away with a 42-inch plasmas TV, BOSE® gadgets and High Speed Internet Access. Drift off in the signature W king bed.
Escape to tropical indulgence. Soak up the Maldivian rays on the sundeck or step out onto your private sweep of white sandy beach. Stretch out on the circular daybed that cantilevers over the private plunge pool.
Step inside. The transition to your urban oasis is seamless. A red palette with jellyfish and coral patterns is complemented by spectacular glowing rope lamps designed by Christian Haas. Lounge in a red hammock handcrafted from recycled material by underprivileged communities in Nicaragua. Dream in the king-size signature W bed. Bathe under the stars or the clear blue sky in the open-roofed bath area with standalone bathtub and rainforest shower. Who wants to play? A 42-inch plasma TV and a Bose® sound system provides the entertainment.
Head upstairs to the private viewing deck with thatched roof and enjoy unobstructed beach and ocean views. Relax in your custom-made swing daybed. Fire up the grill for some savory delights. Then, kick back with a glass from the wine fridge.
Wow’s the word for this villa. Repose in the master suite with W signature bed, sitting area with 50-inch Plasma TV and views to the horizon. Or chill in the suite with two signature W twin beds, private second bath and entertainment area with 32-inch LCD screen and cozy fittings.
Lounge or dine in the indoor / outdoor lounge with comfy couches and a huge adjoining sundeck. Head down the lagoon access stairs and float in the tranquil sea. Cook your own catch-or-the-day on the BBQ pit at special request and pair it with a bottle of the best from your private wine fridge. Take in the sun or stargazer on the daybed. Float and swim in the oversized infinity plunge pool.
Designed to be the ultimate getaway, the Extreme WOW Ocean Haven takes relaxation – or entertaining – to the extreme. Seek solitude in pristine privacy or invite the cool crowd over for some serious entertaining – the possibilities are endless.
The distinction fades between interiors and exteriors, with floor-to-ceiling windows that slide aside, an indoor/outdoor lounge area and glass-paneled floors that reveal lagoon fauna below.Repose in the huge master suite with a cathedral ceiling and sitting area. Recline in the signature W king bed and gaze at panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Grab a book and sink into the oversized circular bathtub. Or drift off to the symphony of the tranquil sea in the twin-bedded junior suite with a private second bathroom.
Grab a cocktail from your bar and head out onto the wraparound sundeck. Grill up some goodies at the outdoor dining area overlooking the water. Plunge into the oversized infinity edge pool with bubbling Jacuzzi seats. Saunter down the lagoon access stairs and slip into the turquoise. Chill in style.
Bring your day in Maldives to a tantalizing close at this pulsating outdoor bar with breathtaking sunset views, Champagne, martinis, delicious cocktails and fresh sushi and sashimi selections.
W Maldives's gourmet poolside bar is where you can mix up our signature cocktails with light main courses, wood-fired pizzas, delicious burgers, bountiful salads, delectable Asian cuisine and sweet treats – without leaving the cool of the water.
Dine on pristine coral terrace to the sounds of the Indian Ocean lapping on the shore around you or stay home and we'll serve you in the comfort of your retreat.
Recently redesigned, our signature seafood restaurant serves fresh caught fish from the reefs of Maldives as well as the finest and freshest imports from around the world.
W Maldives's jungle-meets-beach feast elevates the backyard BBQ dining experience to breathtaking heights. Gourmet delights of your own choosing are served in rustic and natural surroundings with the moon overhead and the sand beneath your feet.
It's just like home, that's why we call it KITCHEN. W Maldives's all-day dining bistro is where soul-satisfying food is presented with a non-traditional twist. The open style-kitchen with live cooking stations let's you keep an eye on the action.
Experience the culture of Maldives at its best at this restaurant, where food is served family-style on sharing plates. Feast on delicacies like short eats, roshi, mahsuni, garudhiya, coconut water, rose water milk and fresh juices.
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