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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Tara Cobham

W Maldives hotel review

This luxurious five-star private island resort in the middle of the Indian Ocean offers everything hoped for from a Maldivian paradise escape, with overwater villas, a castaway island, stunning natural beauty, 24/7 service, and standout cuisine, alongside unique cultural happenings that provide a vibrant global edge

Location

W Maldives is located on the naturally heart-shaped Fesdu Island in North Ari Atoll. Velana International Airport near Malé, the Maldivian capital, connects the Maldives to major airports around the world, including direct flights to and from London Heathrow. Representatives from W Maldives will escort you from the airport to its lounge, where you can enjoy food and drinks while waiting for your seaplane. The hotel is a scenic 25-30 minute seaplane ride from Malé. During the rainy season, the timetable can be weather-dependent, with those susceptible to travel sickness advised to prepare. Waving W Maldives staff will greet you as your plane lands, a hallmark of the hotel known as the ‘Original Wavemaker’. What may have been a lengthy journey will be forgotten as you step off and suddenly feel worlds away.

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