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  11. Nava
  • Maldives DMC since 2006
  • Direct contract with Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
  • Air + sea transfer coordinated
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Style
    Beach & Pool Club
  • Atoll
    South Malé Atoll

About Nava

A vibrant beach and pool club venue ideal for casual daytime dining, tropical cocktails, and relaxed socialising by the water.

Part of the dining roster at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, South Malé Atoll, this international restaurant runs a beach & pool club format.

Dine at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

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The resort

The Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi experience

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…

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How to reach

Getting there

15 min speedboat from MLE

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is reached by speedboat (15 min) from Velana International Airport (MLE) in South Malé Atoll.

Daylight-only seaplane operations (06:00–15:30) mean late-arriving long-haul flights may require an overnight in Malé before continuing — Resortlife coordinates the full air-and-sea chain when you book through us.

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Frequently asked

Questions about Nava

  • What cuisine does Nava serve?+
    Nava at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi serves International in a beach & pool club format. The menu rotates with seasonal sourcing — Resortlife can share current dishes on request.
  • Is Nava included in resort meal plans?+
    Inclusion depends on the board basis you book — full-board (FB) and all-inclusive (AI) packages at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi cover the main resort restaurants, while specialty venues like Nava sometimes carry a per-cover supplement or sit on a paid dine-around credit. Resortlife confirms the current inclusion rules at quote.
  • Where is Nava located?+
    Nava is one of the dining venues at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi, set in South Malé Atoll. Specialty dining in resort settings is typically a 5–10 minute walk or buggy ride from the villa accommodation.
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Reserve at Nava

Specialty restaurants at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi are typically reserved in-resort once you check in, but Resortlife can flag preferences (theme nights, chef's table, private dining) with the resort before arrival when you book your stay through us.

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