Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Eleven restaurants, a private island, and your own pool — starting at $3,080.
An island resort on Male
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi sits roughly 25 km from Malé, reached by speedboat. The island runs eleven restaurants, a full spa, a water park, and a fitness centre — a scale that sets it apart from most Maldivian properties at this price point. Villas start at 234 m² and every category includes a private pool. The smallest sleeps two comfortably; two-bedroom configurations take up to four and begin at $8,470 per night. Google reviewers give it 4.7/5 across 556 ratings.
Who this stay suits
A large, well-equipped island resort where villa size, dining variety, and on-site activities are the main draw.
Best for
- Couples wanting overwater villa seclusion
- Families needing two-bedroom layouts with a pool
- Food-focused travellers with access to 11 restaurants
- Guests who want a full activity programme without leaving the island
Less suited to
- Travellers on any kind of budget
- Those wanting a small, intimate property
- Guests seeking a low-key, minimal-service stay
Island scale and dining
Eleven restaurants on one island is unusual even by Maldivian luxury standards. The property also runs themed dinner nights, a coffee house, a snack bar, and a full bar — enough variety that repeat guests rarely feel stuck eating the same meal twice.
Villas, pools, and square metres
Every villa category comes with a private pool. The entry-level Beach Villa with Pool covers 234 m²; the Grand Overwater Villa stretches to 334 m². Two-bedroom options are available in beach, reef, and overwater configurations, each sleeping four.
Water park and activities
An on-site water park puts this property in a different category from most adults-only retreats. The activities list also includes aerobics, cooking classes, tennis, bicycle rental, live music, and local culture tours — all without leaving the island.
Family infrastructure
Family rooms, a kids' outdoor play area, an indoor play area, babysitting, a kid-friendly buffet, baby safety gates, and dedicated children's meals are all available. Two-bedroom villas with pool give families their own separate sleeping and living space.
Spa and wellness
A full spa and wellness centre is on site alongside a fitness centre. The property also holds aerobics sessions and runs a tour desk for excursions beyond the island.
Rooms & suites
Grand Reef Villa with Pool
319 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Grand Beach Villa with King Bed and Pool
276 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Grand Beach Villa with Two Queen Beds and Pool
286 m² · sleeps 4 · 2 queen beds
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Grand Overwater Villa with Pool
334 m² · sleeps 2 · 1 king bed
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Two-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool
sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
Two-Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool
sleeps 2 · Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 full bed
- Entire villa
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
- Safety deposit box
- Telephone
Inside Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Amenities at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Airport shuttle
- Spa and wellness center
- Fitness center
- 11 restaurants
- Room service
- Bar
- Beachfront
Great for your stay
- 11 restaurants
- Air conditioning
- Spa and wellness center
- Free Wifi
- BBQ facilities
- Fitness center
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Private beach area
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Bicycle rental
- Aerobics
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Themed dinners Additional charge
- Movie nights Additional charge
Media & Technology
- Telephone
Food & Drink
- Coffee house on site
- Fruit Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
Getting there
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is around 25 km from Velana International Airport in Malé. The transfer is by speedboat, arranged through the resort's airport shuttle service. Private check-in and check-out are available, and luggage storage and a 24-hour front desk are on site for early arrivals or late departures.
Resort speedboat transfers typically run $100–250 per person round trip, booked through the resort. Confirm the fare when booking.
Across 556 Google reviews, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi holds a 4.7/5 rating. Recent guests single out the location particularly highly. The breadth of dining and the villa quality appear consistently across responses, and the property's recent guest scores on location rank among the top noted attributes.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How do I get to Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi from the airport?
The transfer is by speedboat from Malé's Velana International Airport. The resort is about 25 km from Malé. The property provides an airport shuttle service — confirm exact arrangements directly when booking.
What villa types are available?
There are nine villa categories: beach, overwater, and reef configurations, in both single-bedroom (sleeping 2) and two-bedroom (sleeping 4) layouts. All include a private pool. Sizes range from 234 m² to 334 m² for single-bedroom villas.
What are the rates, and when should I book?
Rates start from $3,080/night for a Beach Villa with Pool. Two-bedroom villas begin at $8,470/night. Given the rate level, booking well in advance is advisable, especially during peak Maldives season (November through April).
How many restaurants are there, and what cuisines are covered?
There are 11 restaurants on the island. Dining spans continental, Asian, American, buffet, and vegetarian menus. Halal and gluten-free options are available on request. Themed dinner nights and a coffee house add further variety.
Is the resort suitable for families with children?
Yes. The property has family rooms, two-bedroom villas sleeping four, a kids' outdoor play area, an indoor play area, a kid-friendly buffet, children's meals, babysitting, baby safety gates, and a water park on site.
Is there a spa on the island?
Yes, a spa and wellness centre is on the island, alongside a fitness centre. Aerobics sessions are also available.
What activities are available without leaving the island?
On-island activities include cycling, aerobics, cooking classes, local culture tours, tennis, live music and performances, movie nights, themed dinner nights, a water park, and board games. The tour desk arranges off-island excursions.
Can guests with reduced mobility be accommodated?
The property lists facilities for disabled guests among its amenities. Contact the resort directly before booking to confirm which specific villas and areas are accessible.
Is alcohol available at the resort?
Yes. The resort has a bar and wine and champagne are available. As a private island resort, it operates independently of Malé's alcohol regulations.
Does the resort have WiFi, and is it free?
Free WiFi is included in all villa categories and listed as a general property amenity.
What is the best time of year to visit?
The Maldives dry season runs roughly November through April, with calmer seas and lower rainfall. This period also sees peak demand and higher rates. May through October is the wet season but can offer lower prices.
Is room service available?
Yes, room service is available. Breakfast can also be served in the villa. The 24-hour front desk, concierge, and express check-in and check-out are all offered.