W Maldives

W Maldives just fully refurbished, the new design is super chic and beautiful. White sandy beach with crystal clear water, we’ve seen so many marine life during our stay, truly one of the best house reefs in the Maldives. We had tried all the dining outlets, great quality and high standard, taste amazing. Excellent service from the W team.

Good services. We like the food despite that only 3 restaurants are available.

Very good ！very nice ！I am very happy

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An Extraordinary Experience From Beginning to End! My wife, Missy, and I recently celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary at W Maldives, and I can confidently say it was the most extraordinary resort experience we have ever had! I spend more than 200 nights a year in hotels for business and travel extensively for pleasure. I’ve stayed everywhere from standard business hotels to beautiful luxury resorts, so I don’t make this statement lightly: We have never experienced this level of personalized service, genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and overall excellence anywhere! What made W Maldives so extraordinary wasn’t simply the breathtaking turquoise water, spectacular overwater bungalow, pristine beaches, incredible restaurants, or beautiful surroundings. It was the PEOPLE! An Experience That Began Four Months Before We Arrived Because we were celebrating 21 years of marriage, I wanted this vacation to be unforgettable. I began communicating with W Maldives approximately four months before our arrival, asking countless questions about virtually every aspect of our stay. Despite the significant time difference, their team consistently responded promptly, patiently, and thoroughly. Never once did they make me feel like I was asking too much. When we finally arrived, it felt as though the employees already knew us! They greeted us by name, remembered our preferences, and anticipated our needs before we even asked. Nothing felt scripted or forced. The hospitality was genuinely extraordinary. A Beautiful Resort With Unbelievable Privacy We were incredibly grateful for a gracious upgrade to a Premier Overwater Bungalow, which was absolutely spectacular! The entire property, including the restaurants, beaches, pool, landscaping, and walkways, was immaculately maintained. Despite other guests being on the island, we frequently felt as though we had the entire resort to ourselves. We never felt crowded, rushed, or like just another room number. The Incredible People Who Made Our Anniversary Unforgettable I sincerely hope both future travelers and Marriott leadership recognize these exceptional individuals. They are what truly separates W Maldives from other luxury resorts. Silva, Lakshan, and Henry — WET Deck & SIP: We affectionately called these three the “Dream Team!” They quickly learned our preferences and regularly created amazing drinks that weren’t even on the menu. Henry’s contagious smile and personality, combined with Silva’s and Lakshan’s exceptional hospitality, made every visit memorable. We especially enjoyed the conversations, laughter, and learning about their cultures and families. “Aquaman” — FISH: His passion for marine life and knowledge of the ocean were incredible! He also helped arrange an unforgettable seven-course dinner for our actual anniversary celebration at FISH. The food, atmosphere, service, and personalized touches created an evening we will cherish forever. Shane — Assistant Director: Shane de

We stayed at W Maldives from 1–4 August 2026 for a girls’ trip, and it was truly one of the happiest and most unforgettable holidays we have ever had. W Maldives is undeniably beautiful — from the crystal-clear blue ocean and stunning overwater villas to the incredible coral reefs, marine life, sunsets and unforgettable encounters with sea turtles and stingrays. However, what made our stay truly exceptional was the people. Every member of the team we encountered was warm, friendly, professional and genuinely caring. Many of them remembered our names, greeted us with sincere smiles and were always ready to help whenever we needed anything. The service never felt mechanical; it felt personal and heartfelt. I would especially like to recognise and thank the wonderful people who made our stay so memorable. A Warm Welcome from the Very Beginning Our W Maldives experience started while we were waiting for our seaplane at W Lounge. A gentleman assisted us with our check-in and patiently provided us with a lot of useful information about the resort. Unfortunately, we did not manage to get his name, but I remember him mentioning that he had many years of experience working with seaplane transfers. His professionalism, knowledge and attentive service immediately made us feel comfortable and well taken care of. It was a wonderful first impression and the perfect start to our holiday. Ameen — Our Wonderful Butler From the moment we arrived on the island, our Butler, Ameen, made us feel incredibly welcome. He personally showed us around the resort and introduced us to the different areas of the island. I had also requested a birthday surprise for one of my friends, and Ameen made sure everything was beautifully arranged, including the decorations and birthday cake. He truly delivered what he promised, and the surprise was a complete success. It was such a special moment for the three of us, and the cake was delicious too! Thank you, Ameen, for your thoughtfulness and for helping us create such a beautiful memory. Our Beautiful Overwater Villas On our first night, we stayed in Superior Overwater Villa 204, and the moment we stepped onto the terrace and saw the crystal-clear blue ocean, we were completely amazed. The overwater net was also perfect for relaxing and taking photos! The following day, Phoebe kindly helped us with our room change to Premier Overwater Villa 226, and we were absolutely delighted. The villa offered beautiful sunset views, and the house reef right in front of us made snorkelling incredibly convenient. There were so many corals and marine creatures to discover, and we were even lucky enough to see stingrays from our villa several times. The natural beauty of W Maldives was just as incredible after sunset. At night, we could simply look up and see a sky filled with countless stars. On some nights, we were even lucky enough to see shooting stars passing across the sky, and on a clear night, we could see the Milky Way. Stan

This was our second visit, and somehow, it felt even more magical than the first. The overwater villas are absolutely breathtaking, the cuisine is world-class, and the service remains the finest we have ever encountered. The vibrant house reef was a daily highlight, gifting us with unforgettable swims alongside turtles. Our deepest gratitude goes to the entire W team for curating yet another perfect getaway. A special shout-out to Salim, who not only made our trip incredibly memorable but also ensured we felt completely safe in the water and on the sand—and alongside the Loss Prevention team, he orchestrated a jaw-dropping surprise for our boys. Chef Niwantha and the Guest Experience team outdid themselves with a stunning birthday cake for our son. Mark, your genuine warmth and energy made every day pure fun; Ajid, your mocktails and popsicles were the ultimate tropical treat; and Shayne, your meticulous attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond truly touched us. Lastly, Ibrahim made the transfer from Malé Airport feel seamless and stress-free. We are already counting down the days until we return!

**A Truly Exceptional Anniversary Stay at W Maldives** My wife and I are travelling through several Marriott properties in the Maldives to celebrate our 20th anniversary. As a longtime Marriott loyalist and Ambassador Elite member, I have experienced many excellent properties over the years—but W Maldives has set an extraordinarily high bar for the St. Regis and the new JW Marriott to follow. From the moment we arrived in Malé, we were treated like royalty. The transfer to the seaplane terminal was seamless, and the flight itself was comfortable and efficient. Travellers should simply be aware that luggage exceeding the total allowance of 25 kg per person is charged separately, which was not an issue for us. Then, from the moment our seaplane touched down at the resort, utopia began. We were welcomed by team members representing departments throughout the hotel—from housekeeping and the Whatever/Whenever ambassadors to the executive chef and activities coordinator. It was an exceptional introduction to the resort and immediately made us feel genuinely valued. We have stayed at 12 W properties around the world, and the service here has been, by far, the best we have experienced. Every team member we have encountered has greeted us by name, recognised my Ambassador status and made us feel like celebrities. The service is warm, personal and remarkably consistent. We are staying in overwater villa 226, which is in an excellent position. Although it is a longer walk from some parts of the resort, there is never any shortage of buggies available to take you wherever you need to go. The villa is enormous, beautifully equipped and impeccably maintained. Housekeeping has consistently gone well beyond our expectations. The dining has also been outstanding. At SIP, we enjoyed tapas and sundowners accompanied by magnificent views and superb service. Dinner at FISH was another highlight. The lobster tank creates a unique setting, the seafood was exceptionally fresh and the meal was excellent. The knowledgeable sommelier recommended a wine pairing that worked beautifully. He also suggested purchasing a bottle that could follow us between the resort’s different restaurants—an excellent-value option and a thoughtful touch. At FIRE, we attended the Maldivian Independence Day beach barbecue. The selection was extensive, the food was expertly prepared and the service was once again exceptional. Breakfast at KITCHEN is a buffet to die for, and the complimentary breakfast benefit for Ambassador members makes the years of loyalty feel especially worthwhile. We also enjoyed an excellent à la carte dinner there. There is no shortage of memorable activities. The manta-ray snorkelling excursion was an amazing experience, and the resort’s house reef is excellent for snorkelling. My wife has completed three dives so far: a house-reef refresher and two boat dives, including a wreck dive. I went deep-sea fishing at a fish aggregating device, which was another memor