South Malé Atoll
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Spread across three connected islands in South Malé Atoll, Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi pairs thatched overwater and beach villas — each with its own infinity pool — with one of the Maldives' most ambitious dining collections: Terra's bamboo nests aloft, The Rock's Jordanian-limestone cellar, and The Ledge by Burnt Ends' Dave Pynt.
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Transfers and meal plans
- Speedboat — 40 min · Resort yacht from Velana International Airport
Meal plans in source: Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board.
Villas
- Two Queen Bedded Grand Reef Villa with Pool — 333 m² · up to 5 guests
The Two Queen Bedded Grand Reef Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi accommodates up to five guests in a spacious reef-facing enclave. Two queen beds support a family or friends sharing, while a private pool and ocean views give the villa its own secluded outdoor focus.
- Two Bedroom Grand Beach Villa with Pool — 626 m² · up to 7 guests
The Two Bedroom Grand Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a larger beach category for as many as seven guests. Two bedrooms support family or group stays, while a private pool, ocean views and an independent villa setting create room to gather without giving up privacy.
- Two Queen Bedded Overwater Villa with Pool — up to 4 guests
The Two Queen Bedded Overwater Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is designed for up to four guests above the lagoon. Two queen beds share the private villa, while its pool, ocean outlook, overwater terrace and hammock create a generous place to spend time outside over the sea.
- King Grand Overwater Villa with Pool — up to 5 guests
The King Grand Overwater Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi accommodates up to five guests in a king-bedded private enclave above the lagoon. Its pool and ocean views are joined by an overwater terrace and hammock, creating generous outdoor space for resting directly over the water.
- King Reef Villa with Pool — up to 4 guests
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.
- King Grand Beach Villa with Pool — up to 5 guests
The King Grand Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a king-bedded beach retreat for up to five guests. It forms a private enclave with its own pool and ocean views, giving a family or small group a spacious base beside the sand while retaining the privacy of a standalone villa.
- King Grand Reef Villa with Pool — up to 5 guests
Wake 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.
- Two Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool — 624 m² · up to 6 guests
The Two Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi sleeps up to six guests above the lagoon. Two bedrooms make it suited to families or friends, while the private pool, ocean views, overwater terrace and hammock provide shared outdoor space directly over the water.
- Two Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool — 599 m² · up to 6 guests
The Two Bedroom Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi accommodates up to six guests in a private setting beside the sand. Its two-bedroom plan suits families or friends travelling together, with a dedicated pool and ocean views giving the group shared outdoor space at the villa.
- Three Bedroom Overwater Villa with Pool — 1113 m² · up to 9 guests
The art of overwater living at 1113 sqm: an expansive private haven with three bedrooms, king and queen configurations, two infinity pools and exclusive lagoon access.
- Two Queen Bedded Grand Beach Villa with Pool — up to 5 guests
The Two Queen Bedded Grand Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi accommodates up to five guests in a larger beach setting. Two queen beds make the villa practical for a family or friends, complemented by a private pool, ocean views and the seclusion of an individual enclave.
- King Beach Villa with Pool — up to 4 guests
Sheltered beneath swaying palms and embraced by nature, a king beachfront villa designed for privacy with its own pool, garden bathroom and direct beach access.
- Two Queen Bedded Beach Villa with Pool — 242 m² · up to 4 guests
The Two Queen Bedded Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is a private beach enclave for up to four guests. Two queen beds support friends or a family sharing one villa, while the private pool and ocean outlook extend the accommodation into its own outdoor retreat by the sand.
- King Overwater Villa with Pool — up to 4 guests
One of the Maldives' most iconic overwater villas: a king bedroom suspended above the lagoon with a private infinity pool, overwater hammock and steps into the sea.
- Three Bedroom Grand Beach Villa with Pool — 1023 m² · up to 9 guests
The Three Bedroom Grand Beach Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is designed for groups of up to nine guests. Three bedrooms create separation for an extended family or friends, while the villa remains a private beach enclave with its own pool and broad ocean views.
- The Private Island — up to 10 guests
An exclusive private island retreat offering unrivalled seclusion. Fully staffed with a dedicated team, multiple bedrooms, private beach, and bespoke experiences across the resort's three islands.
- Two Queen Bedded Grand Overwater Villa with Pool — up to 5 guests
The Two Queen Bedded Grand Overwater Villa with Pool at Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi sleeps up to five guests above the lagoon. It combines two queen beds with a private pool and ocean views, plus an overwater terrace and hammock for relaxing outside directly over the sea.
- Two Bedroom Reef Villa with Pool — 601 m² · up to 6 guests
The pinnacle of reefside living and the largest reef villa at 601 sqm: two bedrooms, expansive indoor-outdoor living and a private pool above the house reef.
- Two Queen Bedded Reef Villa with Pool — 286 m² · up to 4 guests
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.
Dining
- Zuma — Contemporary Japanese Izakaya
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 Ledge by Dave Pynt — Modern Australian (Open-Fire Grill)
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.
- Tasting Table — International
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.
- Li Long — Fine Chinese
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.
- Terra — Contemporary Fine Dining
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.
- The Rock — Wine & Fine Dining
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.
- Glow — Mediterranean
Vibrant Mediterranean dining venue celebrating seasonal ingredients with thoughtfully crafted dishes paired with fine wines in a relaxed island setting.
- Peacock Alley — Cocktail Lounge & Tapas
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)
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.
Wellness
- Waldorf Astoria Spa — Overwater spa villas plus the Aqua Wellness hydrotherapy centre
Set 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.
Experiences
- Daily Activities — activities
A daily programme of beach games, art and crafts, marine conservation sessions, tennis and more, designed around fun, wellness and discovery.
- The Stars Club — kids_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.
- Tennis & Padel — sports
Professional-grade tennis and padel courts with private lessons, social matchplay and expert coaching for all skill levels, day or night.
- Under & Over the Blue — watersports
Watersport thrills across pristine lagoons, from snorkelling and diving to Jetblade, paddleboarding and fishing with the resort's marine team.