Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a luxurious resort that opened in 2019. It belongs to the exclusive hotel chain, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, managed by Hilton Hotels. The resort offers 121 villas, each equipped with a private pool, jacuzzi, terrace, and ocean view. Guests can choose from villas with one, two, or three bedrooms. Additionally, there is an option to reserve the separate private island, Ithaafushi Private Island Estate, designed to accommodate a maximum of 18 adults and 6 children.


The exterior design of the villas showcases simplicity, while the interior provides comfort and modern luxury. The resort offers a wide range of water activities, including diving, snorkeling, water sports, and excursions. Its 2000-square-meter SPA center features massage rooms, beauty treatment pavilions, a fitness center, and a yoga area. Guests have the choice to bathe in their private villa pool, the main 25-meter pool, or the warm waves of the Indian Ocean. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort.

Location-wise, the hotel is situated on 3 private islands, very close to each other, in the South Male Atoll. It is approximately 27.5 km away from Male International Airport, reachable by a 30-minute yacht transfer.

The uniqueness of this exclusive hotel lies in its high level of service. It is highly recommended for family vacations with children, organizing wedding ceremonies, and honeymoons. The resort boasts a sandy beach with sunbeds and umbrellas, and it offers a kids' club and a family pool for children's entertainment.

Room types:

16 Beach Villas with Pool (~234 sqm)

26 Overwater Villas with Pool (~283 sqm)

12 Reef Villas with Pool (~279 sqm)

10 Grand Reef Villas with Pool (~319 sqm)

beachfront villas with an infinity pool and a private beach area. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with a separate open-air shower, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, and a gazebo with a dining area. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

water villas with a pool. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with a separate open-air shower, a terrace with a pool, a seating area, and an ocean view. The terrace includes loungers and a hammock. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

villas located near the house reef. They consist of a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with a separate open-air shower, a terrace with an infinity pool, sun loungers, and a gazebo. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

- villas located above the water, near the house reef. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with a separate open-air shower, a terrace with a pool, and sun loungers. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, and 1 infant.

25 Grand Over Water Villas with Pool (~334 sqm)

15 Grand Beach Villas with Pool (~276 sqm)

Water villas with a pool. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with a separate open-air shower, a terrace with a pool, and loungers. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, and 1 infant.

Beachfront villas with a pool. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size or queen-size bed, a bathroom with an outdoor shower, a terrace with a pool, and loungers. Maximum occupancy - 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children, and 1 infant.

2 Stella Maris Ocean Villas with Pool (~536 sqm)

2 Two-Bedroom Reef Villas with Pool (~601 sqm)

Spacious water villas accessible only by boat. The first floor features a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bathroom, a living room, a terrace with a pool, sun loungers, and a dining area. The second floor includes a covered terrace with a dining area and a relaxation area with a hot tub. Maximum occupancy - 2 adults.

Water villas located near the house reef. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a relaxation area. Maximum occupancy - 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

4 Two-Bedroom Overwater Villas with Pool (~624 sqm)

4 Two-Bedroom Beach Villas with Pool (~599 sqm)

Water villas located above the water. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a daybed area. Maximum occupancy - 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

Beachfront villas. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, a relaxation area, and direct beach access. Maximum occupancy - 5 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

2 Two-Bedroom Grand Beach Villas with Pool (~626 sqm)

1 Three-Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pools (~1113 sqm)

Beachfront villas. They consist of a living room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, a relaxation area, and direct beach access. Maximum occupancy - 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

Water villa consisting of 2 connected water villas. The main villa features a living room with a dining area, a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bedroom with twin beds, 2 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with a pool, sun loungers, a dining area, and a relaxation area. The additional villa includes a bedroom with a king-size bed, a bathroom, a terrace with a pool, and sun loungers. Maximum occupancy - 7 adults or 6 adults and 3 children.

2 Three-Bedroom Grand Beach Villas with Pools (~1023 sqm)

Ithaafushi Private Island

Beachfront villas. They consist of a living room with a dining area, 2 bedrooms with king-size beds, 1 bedroom with twin beds, 3 bathrooms, a spacious terrace with 2 pools, sun loungers, a dining area, a relaxation area, and beach access. Maximum occupancy - 7 adults or 6 adults and 3 children.

A private island located separately from the main resort, accessible by yacht. The complex includes three villas: a water villa with 2 bedrooms, a beach villa with 3 bedrooms, and a beachfront residence with 4 bedrooms. Guests have access to 5 pools, a jacuzzi, an entertainment club, a spa, a gym, a children's pool, a playground, as well as a private chef and a personal team of concierges. Maximum occupancy - 18 adults or 18 adults and 6 children.