Experience world-class service at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Located in South Male Atoll, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi covers 3.5 km length of greenery and beaches spanning across 3 islands encircling a lagoon. This luxury hotel offers 11 unique dining venues including Chinese, Middle Eastern and a signature tree top restaurant. Each villa offers a spacious outdoor living area with an infinity pool, a gazebo ideal for alfresco dining and a swing day bed for relaxation. The horizontal architecture layout of the villa ensures spectacular view of the azure waters. The villa amenities include a selection of tea, nespresso café, mini bar and in-room IPad control. A luxurious and modern bathroom with walk-in closets, double vanity, indoor and outdoor shower and a deep soak oval tub. The property houses a wellness spa offering 10 treatment villas. Activities on-site include diving and a water sports centre, yoga, a tennis court, fitness centre and a young discovery park with daily children's programs and babysitting services. Complimentary bicycles are available in every villa. Velana International Airport is 21 km away from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-free, Asian, American, Buffet

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness centre

Fishing


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
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2 large double beds
2 extra-large double beds
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.9
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
10
High score for South Male Atoll
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ismael
    United States United States
    The overall resort experience was flawless! There is absolutely nothing to improve. My wife and I had the time of our lives. Thank you Zacarias for catering to our beck and call 24 hrs a day.
  • Ching
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    I like all the things in Waldorf, no matter the facilities, snorkeling environment, dining services, etc.
  • Aisha
    Nigeria Nigeria
    All services were exceptional! Adikhoo made our stay extremely pleasant. The luxury Yacht is beautiful. Extremely picturesque property.
  • Xiaoli
    Australia Australia
    Every aspect was absolutely amazing, from the service to the whole experience itself, all well considered and worth the money. All of the staff members were extremely genuine and considerate of visitor’s comfort and the breakfast had a great...
  • Noura
    Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia
    The vacation was wonderful and heart filling. Comforting and kind staff with quality service. This resort can be the one and only unique resort because of its location and beauty. Maybe you will think it's an overpriced place. But believe me,...
  • Jarod
    Singapore Singapore
    Pretty much everything. From room configuration/ dining experiences/ water sports /professionalism throughout the whole resort
  • M
    Michaeldragomir
    Sweden Sweden
    Our stay at the Waldorf Astoria Maldives resort for our honeymoon was really nice and we enjoyed every moment. Everything was really good. The staff is excellent but we have to give extra credit and a big thank you to our personal concierge...
  • Abdulrhman
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I love all the stuff and they feel me very much good and also Mr mouse was very good with us
  • Shirin
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Excellent service, friendly staff, good vary of restaurants, nice house reef, lovely kids club. Lovely team, Anastasia, Kristina and Afaaz organised very exciting and fun family event - race for Earth Day. And our very helpful butler Mubarak made...
  • C
    Carl
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Rooms are one of the best in Maldives, food is excellent across the island.

Property surroundings

Restaurants
11 restaurants on site

  • Tasting Table
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Li Long
    • Cuisine
      Chinese
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian
  • Terra
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
  • The Rock
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • The Ledge by Dave Pynt
    • Cuisine
      Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian
  • Zuma Maldives
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Yasmeen
    • Cuisine
      Middle Eastern
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Peacock Alley
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Amber
    • Open for
      Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic
  • Glow
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Nava
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Halal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Resort facilities of Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Great facilities! Review score, 9.9

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Airport shuttle
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Private beach area
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
  • Aerobics
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Live music/performance
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Movie nights
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Water park
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Water sport facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
  • Children's playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Baby safety gates
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 - outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 - outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • Adult only
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Fitness
  • Massage chair
  • Full body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Foot bath
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Light therapy
  • Body wrap
  • Body scrub
  • Body treatments
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
    Additional charge
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • Arabic
  • German
  • English
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Russian
  • Chinese

House rules
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 12:00 to 12:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubJCBMaestroCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is located a mere 40-minute yacht journey from Velana International Airport and can be reached 24 hours a day. Upon entering the airport arrivals hall, guests' will be met by a member of the resort's airport concierge team who will accompany them to their yacht and assist in all aspects of arrival. The concierge team will also provide this service upon departure at the end of your stay.

Please share arrival and departure flight details 72 hours prior to arrival in order for the property to arrange the transfer.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

  • Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi has 11 restaurants:

    • Li Long
    • Terra
    • Yasmeen
    • Zuma Maldives
    • Glow
    • Peacock Alley
    • Tasting Table
    • Amber
    • The Rock
    • Nava
    • The Ledge by Dave Pynt

  • Yes, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Guests staying at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Halal
    • Gluten-free
    • Asian
    • American
    • Buffet

  • Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Cycling
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Snorkelling
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Water park
    • Kids' club
    • Beachfront
    • Evening entertainment
    • Open-air bath
    • Cooking class
    • Beach
    • Personal trainer
    • Tennis equipment
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Swimming Pool
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Bicycle rental
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Beauty Services
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Facial treatments
    • Movie nights
    • Waxing services
    • Live music/performance
    • Make up services
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hair treatments
    • Aerobics
    • Manicure
    • Pedicure
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Body treatments
    • Body scrub
    • Body wrap
    • Light therapy
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Private beach area
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Foot bath
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Back massage
    • Neck massage
    • Foot massage
    • Couples massage
    • Head massage
    • Hand massage
    • Full body massage
    • Massage chair
    • Fitness
    • Yoga classes
    • Fitness classes

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Room options at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi include:

    • Villa

  • Check-in at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:30.

  • Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is 1.8 miles from the centre of South Male Atoll. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.