Reef and ocean
4 guests
King Reef Villa with Pool
Shaped by sunlight and sea views above the house reef, with a king bedroom, private infinity pool, swing daybed and direct lagoon access from a sun-washed deck.
Rates
On request
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi.
- Transfer
- Speedboat · 40 min
- Accommodation
- 122 villas & rooms
- Villa styles
- Overwater & beach villas
- Dining
- 9 restaurants & 2 bars
The resort
About Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a private-island resort in the South Male Atoll, accessible by a 15-minute speedboat transfer. The property spans 130 hectares across three islands and offers 122 villas. It features nine restaurants, including the exclusive Terra with its private, open-air dining pods. Guests can choose from Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, or Full Board meal plans. The resort is noted for its diverse culinary options and a spa with visiting wellness practitioners. Its environment includes a house reef with vibrant coral and abundant fish life, providing snorkeling and diving. The destination suits those seeking extensive dining, wellness, and family facilities, including a kids club, within an accessible atoll.
The accommodation
Choose your perfect stay
From beachfront hideaways to overwater villas above the lagoon — each one curated and personally checked by our Maldives team.
Reef and ocean
4 guests · 286 m²
Two Queen Bedded Reef Villa with Pool
The Two Queen Bedded Reef Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi accommodates up to four guests in a private reef-facing retreat. Two queen beds suit companions sharing a villa, while the private pool and ocean views provide a secluded outdoor setting within the resort.
Rates
On request
Reef and ocean, sunrise
5 guests
King Grand Reef Villa with Pool
Family favouriteWake to sunrise views in the Grand King Reef Villa: a king bedroom, an oversized deck with private infinity pool and living space suspended over the reef.
Rates
On request
Compare
Compare the villas
A side-by-side look at every room category — view, pool, size and who each one suits best.
- ViewReef and oceanReef and ocean
- PoolPrivate poolPrivate pool
- Size—286 m²
- AccessIslandIsland
- Best forFamiliesFamilies
Rates are on request. Net B2B rates available on agent login.
Zuma
Contemporary Japanese IzakayaOverwater Specialty Restaurant
Zuma's first floating outpost above the Indian Ocean brings the brand's celebrated contemporary Japanese izakaya style to an overwater setting with a robatayaki grill, island bar and sushi counter. Signature sharing dishes include roasted lobster with shiso ponzu butter and spicy beef tenderloin.
The Rock
Wine & Fine DiningWine Cellar Restaurant
A private-reservation cave dining room carved from limestone, anchored by a 200-year-old Jarrah wood table and seating up to twelve guests exclusively. A dedicated chef and sommelier curate multi-course menus with rare vintage pairings, for a single party each evening.
Tasting Table
InternationalMain Restaurant
The resort's beachside breakfast and dinner destination, with open-theatre kitchens and thatched cabanas on the sand. The international menu ranges from champagne breakfasts to à la carte dinners spanning Thai satay, Italian risotto, Japanese tuna tataki and Maldivian lobster.
Terra
Contemporary Fine DiningTreetop Specialty Restaurant
Seven handcrafted bamboo dining pods perched at the island's highest point within a lush canopy, reached via a granite walkway through a bamboo grove. Each private pod-for-two overlooks South Malé Atoll while guests savour five- or seven-course tasting menus with Alaskan king crab and A5 Miyazaki beef.
Li Long
Fine ChineseSpecialty Restaurant
Shanghai-inspired fine Chinese dining on the Indian Ocean shore, featuring wood-fired Beijing duck carved tableside, handmade dim sum and seven-course tasting menus in a richly ornamented setting anchored by a hand-cast two-metre bell.
Glow
MediterraneanSpecialty Restaurant
Vibrant Mediterranean dining venue celebrating seasonal ingredients with thoughtfully crafted dishes paired with fine wines in a relaxed island setting.
Peacock Alley
Cocktail Lounge & TapasLounge Bar
An airy ocean-view lounge reimagining Waldorf Astoria's legendary gilded promenade, serving signature barrel-aged cocktails and light appetizers to a backdrop of resident live music — the resort's signature gathering place from morning to midnight.
Nava
International (Beach Club)Beach & Pool Club
Beachfront and poolside all-day club where sunlight filters through the palms and the menu spans wood-fired pizzas, fresh poke bowls, chilled seafood platters and premium caviar selections — ideal for long, unhurried island lunches by the water.
The Ledge by Dave Pynt
Modern Australian (Open-Fire Grill)Specialty Restaurant
Beachfront open-fire restaurant by Burnt Ends chef Dave Pynt, centred on a custom dual-cavity wood-burning oven. Shares and signatures span wood-grilled lobster rolls, Blackmore's Wagyu and steak frites with caviar, served under driftwood chandeliers with the sand and sea beyond.
Amber
Beachfront Lounge & Champagne
A tranquil beachfront lounge where the specialty is the sunset itself: golden-hour views with the Indian Ocean at your feet and a glass of champagne in hand.
Waldorf Astoria Spa
Waldorf Astoria SpaOverwaterSet in overwater treatment villas above the lagoon, the Waldorf Astoria Spa pairs holistic therapies with the Aqua Wellness centre and its 7,735 sq ft hydrotherapy pool of jet zones, massage loungers, steam room and sauna. Treatments range from botanical rituals and Himalayan stone therapy to Balinese massage and the Starlight Ocean Massage, while structured 2, 5 and 7 day wellness programmes are tailored by a dedicated Wellness Concierge for deeper renewal.
Signature treatments
- Starlight Ocean Massage
- Himalayan stone therapy
- Balinese massage
- Botanical rituals
- Aqua Wellness hydrotherapy circuit
Cultural
Daily Activities
A daily programme of beach games, art and crafts, marine conservation sessions, tennis and more, designed around fun, wellness and discovery.
Adventure
Tennis & Padel
Professional-grade tennis and padel courts with private lessons, social matchplay and expert coaching for all skill levels, day or night.
Family
The Stars Club
The Stars Club sparks imagination for little stars with a water park, creative arts and cooking classes, daily adventures, games, storytelling and nature-inspired fun with caring hosts.
Marine
Under & Over the Blue
Watersport thrills across pristine lagoons, from snorkelling and diving to Jetblade, paddleboarding and fishing with the resort's marine team.
Plan your stay
Getting here & good to know
Getting here
- Speedboat
- 40 min
Satellite view
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi · South Malé Atoll
Good to know
- House reef
- Pristine house reef across three islands with vibrant coral, abundant fish life, and exceptional snorkeling and diving opportunities
- Check-in / out
- 14:00 → 12:00
- Board
- Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
- Children
- Children of all ages welcome. Stars Club (ages 4–12) and Club Nova (ages 13–17) offer dedicated programming.
Concierge
Ask our Maldives expert
Our team has stayed at and personally vetted the Maldives' finest islands — we know Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi room by room, transfer by transfer. Tell us your dates and travellers, and we'll shape the right villa, board and seaplane timing around them, with net B2B rates on agent login.
Replies within hours, 7 days a week.
Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Parking
Accessible
Outdoor pool
Air-conditioned
Laundry service
Business center
Pet-friendly
Room service
Kid-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Spa
Fitness center
Bar
Smoke-free
Where is Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi located?
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is located in South Malé Atoll. Ithaafushi Island South, Male 20009, Maldives
Is Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi located on a private island?
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a resort that is typically located on its own private island and offers exclusive amenities and services.
What amenities does Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offer?
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offers: Free Wi-Fi, Free breakfast, Outdoor pool, Air-conditioned, Laundry service, Room service, Kid-friendly, Restaurant and more.
What types of villas and rooms does Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offer?
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi offers 19 accommodation categories, including King Reef Villa with Pool, Two Queen Bedded Reef Villa with Pool, King Grand Reef Villa with Pool, Two Queen Bedded Grand Reef Villa with Pool, Two Bedroom Reef Villa with Pool, King Overwater Villa with Pool and more. Of these, 6 sit over the water and 19 have a private pool.
What are the dining options at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi?
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi has 10 restaurants and bars, including Zuma, The Rock, Tasting Table, Terra, Li Long, Glow and more. Cuisines span Contemporary Japanese Izakaya, Wine & Fine Dining, International, Contemporary Fine Dining.
Does Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi have a spa?
Yes — Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi features Waldorf Astoria Spa (by Waldorf Astoria Spa, set over the water), with signature treatments such as Starlight Ocean Massage, Himalayan stone therapy, Balinese massage.
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