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W Retreat & Spa Maldives

5.0 of 5
Fesdu Island
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Singapore, Singapore
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

Had a great time at W Maldives! A special Thank you to Ms Ku Nakanelua for making us feel so special! The resort was beautiful and the views breathtaking! True to W, the atmosphere was casual yet luxurious with futuristic themes. I had arranged an impromptu vacation and my regret is the short duration. The Good: 1) The beauty of... More

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London, England, United Kingdom
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

My wife and I stayed at this resort for our wedding anniversary. Having spent our honeymoon at the St Regis Bora Bora we had high hopes and expectations of the W @ Maldives. firstly, Maldives as a whole has a huge commercial drive which is frankly quite annoying as you are confronted with this from the get go. Being someone... More

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Halifax,Nova Scotia
Top Contributor
142 reviews 142 reviews
70 hotel reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
100 helpful votes 100 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

We recently spent a few days at the W as part of my 50 th birthday trip. Our stay was in mid May.I caution anybody wishing to visit during early Monsoon season.The weather may not cooperate and may affect your total enjoyment of the property esp if it affects your seaplane transfers.This almost happened to us and would have been... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Thank you for your comments on Trip Advisor. Sorry to read that you were unlucky with the weather during your stay. We look forward to your next visit at another time of the year. Thanks again, Jennifer More

Capetown
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

For many years I have been wanting to go to the Maldives and wow I was in heaven when my favorite hotel W opened up there... wanting to make this a very special occasion, I planned my birthday at the resort. Couldn't have chosen better... from Ku, the W Insider, the million details, the smiles from the wonderful staff, the... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Hi Peter, Thank you for celebrating your birthday with us; It is great to read that your stay at W Maldives lived up to your expectations. We also look forward to your return! Regards, Jennifer More

Dhahran, Saudi Arabia
Senior Contributor
32 reviews 32 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

I had 5 nights, wooow... But, in my opinion 4 nights is more then enough. Many great reviews, i agree, Few bad reviews, i did not encounter semilar, they improved It is a dream relaxation place, ROMANTIC Only go if you have the budget, get a sea banglo , away from every body including insects, it is a super clean... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Thank you for choosing W for your escape to the Maldives; great to read that you ejoyed your stay so much! See you again, Jennifer More

Denpasar, Indonesia
Senior Reviewer
6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Gasped on the seaplane when we are about to arrive in the resort from Male. The hotel looks fantastic, clear turquoise water surround the resort, and we were greeted and welcomed with more than 10 members of W insiders on the peer, which was making it very homy. We were then given tour around the island, which most of the... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
20 May 2013

Greetings from heaven on earth... Thank you for sharing your comments about your stay at W Maldives; it is great to read that you had such a fantastic W experience. We appreciate your feedback and noted your comments. See you again, Jennifer More

Canada
Senior Contributor
37 reviews 37 reviews
24 hotel reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 via mobile

I usually do not write reviews before I leave a resort but I have to say that the W Maldives did not live up to my expectations for 1 important reason for me. The purpose of this trip was to celebrate my friends 50th birthday. I communicated this to the hotel before arriving. When we flew into Malé, the representative... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
17 May 2013

It is disappointing to read that we did not live up to your expectations on this so special occasion. Unfortunately there were a miscommunication regarding your friend’s birthday and I am very sorry that we missed out on that. From our records, the lighting in your retreat was solved the next morning and I believe that our Director of Operations... More

Scottsdale, Arizona
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Arrival: We arrived to Male airport and were immediately met by a W rep that was waiting for us right outside the gate. She expedited us through the long queue at the airport and we were in the W lounge within minutes. The lounge was quite comfortable! The seaplane ride was fantastic. We arrived at the W hotel after a... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
16 May 2013

Hi Zach, thank your for choosing W for your holiday in the Maldives; I am thrilled to read that your stay was so fantastic. Should your travels bring you to the Maldives again, let us know... Jennifer More

New York City, New York
Top Contributor
54 reviews 54 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
47 helpful votes 47 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Great hotel, restaurants and amenities. I suggest you get there by hydroplane. The views are amazing! The overwater rooms are clean and spacious and have a little terrace and pool. The reef is gorgeous and snorkeling is a must-do! The spa is great too!

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Thank you. We appreciate your comments and look forward to your next visit! Jennifer More

Bangalore, India
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

My husband and I stayed at the W Retreat & Spa, in April, as an anniversary getaway. Having been to the Maldives on other occasions (including the Hilton Iru Fushi and Baros), we knew to expect a gorgeous, secluded, romantic environment, but we were blown away by the beauty of the W and the expertise of its staff's management skills.... More

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JenniferWMaldives, General Manager at W Retreat & Spa Maldives, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Hi Darren and Sheri, Thank you for choosing W Maldives to celebrate your anniversary. We are sorry for the tragedy in your family and wish your holiday could have had a better ending. Your comments have been shared with the team, thank you for your kind note. See you again, Jennifer More

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What travellers say

  • Beach villa(17)
  • Ocean oasis(17)
  • Ice cream(11)
  • Best part(7)
  • Other guest(7)
  • Plunge pool(7)
  • House reef(6)
  • Fish restaurant(6)
  • Beach oasis(3)
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Additional Information about W Retreat & Spa Maldives

Address: Fesdu Island
Region: Maldives > Alifu Atoll > North Ari Atoll
Amenities:
Beach Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#2 On the Beach Hotels in North Ari Atoll
#3 Luxury Hotels in North Ari Atoll
#3 Top resorts Hotels in North Ari Atoll
#4 Romantic Hotels in North Ari Atoll
Price range (per night): INR50,173 - 140,697
Hotel Class:5 star (5*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Bi-level beachfront and over-water retreats let indoor and outdoor mingle; roofs with peek-a-boo views of the sky and glass-paneled floors that reveal lagoon fauna below. Privacy is paramount – enjoy your own plunge pool, sundeck, and beach. ... more   less 
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