W Maldives

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront resort near Ari Atoll

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Outdoor treatment areas, body treatments, hydrotherapy, body wraps
Premium bedding, down comforters, free minibar items, in-room safe
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • On private beach

Explore the area

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Fesdu Island, Fesdu Island
  • Place, Gaathafushi Island
  • Place, Fesdu House Reef
  • Place, Maaya Thila

Room options

Escape Beach One-bedroom Villa

  • 2024 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Overwater One-bedroom Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1561 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Supreme Overwater Two-bedroom Villa

  • 3466 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Oasis Overwater Two-bedroom Haven

  • 5296 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premier Overwater One-bedroom Villa

  • 2013 sq ft
  • Lagoon view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking

  • 4047 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Fesdu Island

On the beach.With a stay at this resort, you'll be convenient to Fesdu House Reef and Gaathafushi Island. Malhoss Thila and Maaya Thila are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Ari Atoll - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles

Getting around

  • Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Kitchen
  • Fire
  • Fish
  • Sip
  • Wet

About this property

W Maldives

5-star beachfront resort near Ari Atoll
Some rates at W Maldives are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Simply walk outside to feel the sun on your face at the white sand beach. Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at W Maldives like an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

Free breakfast is served daily. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 3 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury resort also offers a steam room, a garden, and a terrace.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Fesdu Island resort.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 3 dining venues
  • 3 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2006
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar by the pool
W Maldives offers 77 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private plunge pools and minibars (stocked with some free items). Rooms open to furnished patios. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch plasma televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Away Spa has 4 treatment rooms and outdoor treatment areas. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private plunge pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Library
  • Motor boating
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parasailing
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Water skiing
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga classes

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in bathtub
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height door lock
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch plasma TV with satellite channels
  • Private plunge pool

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free minibar (limited items)

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via floatplane to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests must arrange transfers (surcharge) from Male International Airport to the property, which is 30 minutes away via seaplane. To guarantee transfers, guests must contact the property with their flight details at least 5 days before their expected arrival. Daily transfer service is offered by Maldivian Air Taxi between 6 AM and 3:30 PM, with an expected waiting time of at least 2 hours. Guests arriving or departing outside of these hours are recommended to reserve a room the previous day to guarantee an early check-in or alternatively book a local hotel room in Sheraton Maldives overnight. Luggage in excess of 25 kg/person may incur a fee, payable to the seaplane company during flight check-in. Guests must pay the seaplane fee at checkout.
The additional fee (payable at the property) covers mandatory transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at W Maldives

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 560
  • Christmas Eve (December 24) Gala Dinner per child: USD 280 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per adult: USD 1150
  • New Year's Eve (December 31) Gala Dinner per child: USD 575 (from 3 to 11 years old)
  • A tax is imposed by the city: USD 12.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 2 years of age.
  • Floatplane transfer per adult: USD 670 (roundtrip)
  • Transfer service fee per child: USD 335 (roundtrip), from 3 to 12 years old
  • Additional fee for children (from 13 years old to 17 years old): USD 505 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The additional fee covers transfer fees for guests ages 13-17.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 3 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Maldives W
W Maldives
W Maldives Resort
W Maldives Fesdu Island
W Maldives Resort Fesdu Island
W Maldives Hotel Fesdu Island
W Maldives Hotel
W Maldives Fesdu Island
W Maldives Resort Fesdu Island
W Maldives Resort

Frequently asked questions

How close is W Maldives to the airport?

W Maldives is 2.8 mi (11-min drive) away from the Velana Intl. Airport (MLE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at W Maldives?

As of Nov 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at W Maldives on Nov 6, 2025 start from $950.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does W Maldives have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at W Maldives.

How close is W Maldives to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does W Maldives offer free breakfast?

W Maldives offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at W Maldives?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at W Maldives?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at W Maldives?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does W Maldives have a pool?

W Maldives features an outdoor pool.

Does W Maldives have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 3 restaurants on site.

Does W Maldives have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Away Spa, where you can enjoy Ayurvedic treatments, facials, and hydrotherapy.

How close is W Maldives to downtown Fesdu Island?

W Maldives is 0.1 mi away from Fesdu Island.