Overlooking a white-sand beach, this luxe resort on an island in the Laccadive Sea is accessible by yacht or seaplane. It's 25 km from Velana International Airport.
Elegant thatched-roof villas, some overwater, feature floor-to-ceiling windows, living/dining areas, and terraces with infinity pools. All have flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers and safes; some add extra bedrooms and/or pools. A private island is available by request. Room service is offered.
The 11 bars and restaurants include treetop, beachfront and seaside options. There's also a spa, a gym and an outdoor pool, plus a kids' club and event space. Water sports can be arranged.
No. Of Villas: 119
Duration: 40min
Mode of transfer: Seaplane
Distance from airport: 25km
Located in South Male Atoll, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi covers 2.2 mi length of greenery and beaches spanning across 3 islands encircling a lagoon.
An escape to tropical paradise, our villas are set in private enclaves with a pool and expansive ocean views. Enjoy alfresco pavilions and hammocks while 65-inch HDTVs and sound systems provide in-villa entertainment.
Sheltered by swaying palms, this elegant beachside villa offers peaceful seclusion and space to reconnect. Natural light fills the tranquil interior, featuring two queen beds. Outside, a private pool, hammock, and shaded pavilion invite you to unwind in style and comfort. With direct beach access, indoor and outdoor showers, and thoughtful touches throughout, your Maldives beach villa is fitting for families or friends seeking a shared retreat just steps from the sand. From 242 sq.m/2604 sq.ft.
Nestled in tropical foliage just steps from the sand, this spacious grand villa is the ultimate escape for small families or friends. Inside, floor-to-ceiling ocean views grace two comfy queen beds. Thoughtfully designed outside space invites you to stay a little longer — with an infinity pool, hammock, and shaded gazebo for al fresco dining. Complete with indoor-outdoor showers and a deep-soaking tub. From 286 sq.m/3077 sq.ft.
Veiled in lush foliage, this secluded beach villa offers a serene retreat for families and friends. Two thoughtfully appointed bedrooms – one king, one with two queen beds — are joined by inviting living and dining areas crafted for unrushed living. Outside, a spacious terrace leads to a private pool, hot tub, and a daybed dappled by shade. Indoor and outdoor showers, a deep-soaking tub, and soft natural light complete the experience. At your two bedroom beach villa — comfort, privacy and beachside lounging come naturally. From 599 sq.m/6445 sq.ft.
Designed for the discerning, this expansive two-bedroom sanctuary embodies ease, elegance, and complete privacy. Lush greenery cocoons the villa, opening to a sun-drenched terrace with an infinity pool, hot tub, hammock, and a shaded gazebo for al fresco dining. Indoors, a generous living room connects to a king bedroom and a second bedroom with two queen beds, each bathed in soft, natural light. Your private pool beach villa in the Maldives is complete with two spa-like ensuites with deep-soaking tubs and both indoor and outdoor rain showers. With every detail considered, this graceful beachside living. From 626 sq.m/6735 sq.ft.
This extraordinary three-bedroom villa is the pinnacle of beachside living. A secluded, expansive estate nestled in tropical gardens, your grand beach villa is beautifully appointed with two infinity pools, a private hot tub, and curated comforts throughout. Dedicated personal concierge service and exclusive inclusions – from a private yacht transfer to dedicated buggies for the villa – complete the experience. Complete with three bedrooms, including a king bed and two queens, this secluded setting invites you to celebrate life and savor every moment in effortless style. From 1023 sq.m/11007 sq.ft.
Accommodates 2 adults & 2 children below 12 years. Retreat to a delightful villa. Floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors from both the spacious bedroom and magnificent bathroom present views across the expansive wooden deck, garden and the ocean. The bedroom boasts a king-sized signature Waldorf Astoria bed, seating area, 65-inch TV and sound system, while his and hers closets lead through to the bathroom with indoor and outdoor showers, vanities and an oversized bathtub. Enjoy the terrace with pool, hammock, dining pavilion and sun loungers.
Be immersed in Maldivian charm on your very own white-sand island paradise. This exclusive Private Island features a 3-bedroom beach villa, a 2-bedroom over water villa, 4-bedroom residence, 5 pools and a private entertainment clubhouse.
Discover an exclusive island sanctuary surrounded by tropical greenery and white-sand beaches. Ithaafushi Private Island offers a stunning backdrop to the island-chic villas. Enjoy full use of the pools, whirlpool, entertainment clubhouse, spa, gym and kids club.
Additional amenities include water sports and yacht mooring, as well as dedicated chefs and personal concierge to attend to your every wish. The 32,000 square meters island sanctuary is the epitome of Maldivian paradise.
Accommodates 3 adults. Intimate seclusion inspired by the celestial charm of the velvety Maldivian night sky and ample space to relax. This spacious retreat has a large bedroom with sitting area, generous indoor living and dining area fitted with state-of-the-art audio-visual entertainment and magnificent bathroom, all with floor-to-ceiling windows. The upper deck offers a chef's service and BBQ station. The lower wooden deck boasts its own infinity pool, hot tub, overwater hammocks and direct ocean access.
Accommodates 2 adults, 2 children below 12 years and 1 infant. These expansive villas offer a home-away-from-home ambience with stylish indulgence and lavish facilities for complete comfort and convenience, including generous indoor living and dining space and a large bedroom. Ample choices to fully relax, magnificent views from every corner, an expansive outdoor terrace with infinity pool, hammock, dining gazebo and pavilion with daybed leading to the tropical garden and the ocean beyond make this a truly relaxing choice.
Indulge in a Maldivian experience with floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors opening out on to endless ocean views. The wooden deck offers direct ocean access, while alongside the infinity pool are overwater hammocks, sun loungers and dining gazebo. The air-conditioned living and dining room come with audio-visual entertainment and comfortable sofas. The bedroom has a king-sized Waldorf Astoria signature bed and sitting area, while the dressing room has a glass floor revealing the tropical reef below.
Accommodates 2 adults, 2 children below 12 years & an infant. A home-away-from-home where guests can take in nature's beauty from an overwater hammock alongside the infinity pool, soak up the rays on a sun lounger, or enjoy a meal in the dining gazebo. The indoor living and dining room is fully appointed with state-of-the-art entertainment, sofas and floor-to-ceiling windows. The spacious bedroom features a king-sized Waldorf Astoria signature bed and sitting area, dressing room and enticing bathroom.
Accommodates 2 adults and 2 children below 12 years. Embrace the ocean's beauty with floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors for glorious views over the sparkling ocean to the far horizon. Relax with a king-sized Waldorf Astoria beds and state-of-the-art audio-visual entertainment. The bathroom has a soaking tub and indoor and outdoor showers, while a glass floor in the dressing room reveals the tropical reef and fish below. Outside, swim in the pool or the ocean, dine in the pavilion or laze on the daybed or in the overwater hammock.
Accommodates 2 adults and 2 children below 12 years. Embrace the ocean's beauty with floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding doors for glorious views over the sparkling ocean to the far horizon. Relax with a king-sized Waldorf Astoria beds and state-of-the-art audio-visual entertainment. The bathroom has a soaking tub and indoor and outdoor showers, while a glass floor in the dressing room reveals the tropical reef and fish below. Outside, swim in the pool or the ocean, dine in the pavilion or laze on the daybed or in the overwater hammock.
Accommodates 4 adults and 2 children below 12 years. Enjoy the Maldivian experience in this spacious villa. Accessed from the sandy, tropical garden, the living and dining room offers elegant beachside chic, state-of-the-art audio-visual entertainment with 65-inch TV and comfortable sofas with ocean views. Two fully appointed master bedrooms with king-sized Waldorf Astoria signature beds and en-suite bathrooms provide privacy. The extensive wooden deck offers sunny indulgence in the ocean, the pool and under the shade while enjoying the gentle ocean breeze and the sound of waves.
Zuma brings its globally celebrated izakaya-style dining to the Indian Ocean with its first floating outpost — an elegant expression of Japanese cuisine unlike any other.
Inspired by the convivial izakaya concept, Zuma invites guests into a vibrant and relaxed setting designed for sharing and connection. Serving specialty dishes including sliced seabass with yuzu, truffle oil and salmon roe, roasted lobster, shiso ponzu butter and spicy beef tenderloin with sesame, red chili, and sweet soy.
Special occasions can be even more memorable with a unique setting. Choose one of our spectacular venues, from a celebratory beach dinner, to a romantic sunset dinner cruise or Cinema Paradiso night.
Indulge your senses at the resort's playground with art, music, food and drinks. Relax in the vibrant yet cozy ambiance of Nava, our pool and beach club featuring live DJs, a refreshing selection of cocktails, wood-fired pizzas and small bites.
Be mesmerized by the stunning Maldivian sunset over the Indian Ocean from Amber, our relaxed Champagne bar. Savor a unique range of the finest Champagnes along with a selection of hand-crafted Champagne cocktails and curated spuntini.
Unwind with ocean views and live music from our resident saxophonist in this serene lounge. Our hand-crafted, signature barrel-aged cocktails, wines and tapas make Peacock Alley an ideal venue to chill throughout the day and night.
Embrace a garden-to-table concept in the greenhouse ambience of Glow. Well-being cuisine made with fresh ingredients from the island's edible garden is complemented by a range of organic, biodynamic, sustainable and natural wines, as well as healthy, detoxifying drinks.
Created by Dave Pynt from Burnt Ends, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Singapore, The Ledge by Dave Pynt brings Burnt Ends' much-loved modern Australian barbecue style to the Maldives. The perfect pool-side spot for a leisurely lunch, by night The Ledge turns into an intimate restaurant where the bar and grill come to life.
Home to our extensive wine cellar of the finest New World favorites and Old World classics, dine at The Rock around a 200-year-old Jarrah wood table in a cave-like dining room built from Jordanian limestone.
Exclusive wine dinners for 12 guests feature food and wine pairing menus paying homage to renowned wine regions.
Find open-theater kitchen counters in our main restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Tasting Table offers an international menu of delicious cuisine. Discover culinary highlights spanning from Asia to Europe in our relaxing dining room or beachside terrace.
Inspired by Shanghainese noble residences, Li Long offers signature Peking duck roasted in the Maldives's first classic wood-fired oven. Relish contemporary Chinese cuisine beautifully paired with specialty Chinese tea from the finest tea collection. A private dining room with lagoon view is ideal for family gatherings.
Adorned with antique decor and artifacts, Yasmeen presents a gastronomic journey of Levant cuisine in a heritage Arabian village setting with an Indian Ocean view. Savor piping hot Saj bread baked in a traditional oven, mezzes and succulent charcoal-grilled meat and seafood.
Gaze across the ocean as you dine among the treetops in one of seven bamboo nests. The unparalleled dining experience at Terra features the world's finest ingredients, such as Miyazake Wagyu Beef and Alba White Truffle, complemented by an extensive collection of premium wines and the resort's signature Krug Champagne handpicked by the first Maldives' Krug Ambassador.
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