W Maldives

Varvara Ekshina

We just returned from W Maldives, and this trip felt truly unforgettable. From the moment we arrived at our overwater villa, everything exceeded expectations. The Best House Reef in the Maldives If you love snorkeling, this is the resort you are looking for. The reef is unreal — vibrant, full of life, and incredibly accessible. We were lucky enough to find the famous turtle Bob and spent almost an hour swimming alongside her. It was one of the most memorable experiences of our lives. Food Every dish we had was excellent: fresh, beautifully presented, and prepared with a lot of creativity and care. Fred’s Birthday Celebration We celebrated Fred’s birthday here, and the team made it exceptional. Every detail was thoughtful, personal, and beautifully executed. The staff put so much heart into it, and we felt genuinely celebrated. ⸻ Special Thank You to the Incredible Staff SIP Bar Team The team at SIP made our evenings warm, engaging, and memorable. They spent time talking with us, sharing stories, and explaining how they approach cocktail development through sustainability. It was inspiring and impressive. On the last day guys offered to take a picture together and then as a surprise presented it to us in a beautiful Maldivian frame - looooooooved the gesture! Special thanks to: • Mani • Lakshan • Lakshman • Wanida Ashish — Exceptional Leadership Ashish deserves major recognition. He is one of the best hospitality managers we have ever encountered. His warmth, professionalism, and dedication to creating memorable experiences are outstanding. He arranged a beautiful birthday table for Fred, offered special surprises, checked in multiple times, and ensured everything was perfect. He does all this with genuine care and remarkable attention to detail. Ashish is the heart of SIP, and his leadership elevates the entire experience. ⸻ Wet Deck Lonsi was consistently attentive and kind at the pool, always checking if we needed anything and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere. Céline A truly lovely person with amazing, positive energy. Conversations with her were always a pleasure, and her presence added so much to our stay. DJ Imbo A real professional. He reads the crowd exceptionally well. For Russian guests he played the tracks that made everyone stand up and dance, and he did the same for guests from India. He creates a full musical atmosphere tailored to the people around him. Very impressive work. Adel — Snorkeling Guide Adel shared a wealth of knowledge about marine life and made our snorkeling experience educational and unforgettable. His energy and enthusiasm were remarkable. Aarti She assisted us with padel tennis, explained everything clearly, and was very supportive. When my fiancé twisted his ankle, she immediately came to help and even sent a fruit platter as a thoughtful gesture. She is also an excellent yoga instructor — calm, skilled, and attentive. Fayaz — Service Above and Beyond Fayaz made our stay truly exceptional. He helped me organize a birthday surprise for Fred with incredible care. But the moment that stood out the most was when Fred mentioned he really wanted chocolate bars, which were not available in our minibar. Somehow, Fayaz managed to find an entire selection of them, beautifully wrapped in W branding, and delivered them to our villa as a surprise. This level of service was genuinely above and beyond anything we expected. It reflects true dedication and a deep understanding of hospitality. ⸻ Final Thoughts W Maldives is not just a resort. It is a place filled with heart, extraordinary service, and unforgettable experiences. The reef, the food, the atmosphere, and above all, the staff made this one of the best trips of our lives. We would return without hesitation

Jaqulla Gilkes

Words can’t describe this property not only is it beautiful with a lot of scenery and beautiful beaches. The staff was overly accommodating very nice very sweet. Remember my name! Every time I went into a restaurant they called me by my name and greeting me with such joy. I had so much fun here for my 30th birthday. I’m so glad that I picked this property out of all the other ones. They truly made my day so special and I can’t thank them enough. They celebrated my birthday from the morning time to the evening time until the night time that was so amazing. Ahuzoom did an amazing job on my birthday decoration. It was so beautiful. Razaan was so sweet It was attentive to all my needs. I can’t remember the waiters name. I think her name was Jen. She was so sweet so nice so kind. I saw her everywhere and she always greeted me with a smile. I had an amazing experience with the photographer. He was very creative.

Maggie Chao

W Maldives was truly incredible. Their service was seamless, from the moment they picked us up at the airport until the time we checked out and assist us with our departure flight . Everything was so well thought out. The resort itself is paradise — beautiful in every corner. Snorkeling quickly became our favorite activity, and it was so easy to spot sea turtles every day. As a Titanium member, I was touched by the way the team greeted me by name and made me feel so special. I want to thank everyone at the resort — literally every staff member we encountered had a smile on their face, radiating warmth and genuine care. Great job, W Maldives! I’ve never had such an amazing experience. You truly made our trip unforgettable.

Anurag Shinkar

An incredible honeymoon at the W. From the moment we landed at Male, we felt very looked after and every little detail was taken care of, including helping us with our speedboat booking for a local island we were going to after the W. We stayed in the Premier Overwater bungalow and it was awesome, the only difference to the Superior seems to be which side of the water you face. The house reef is incredible, we regularly saw sharks, a turtle, and mantas. And a big shout out to the following staff who made our stay special: Razzan, Arsham, Celine, Rabia, Jambo who decorated our room so nicely, Chefs Vasant, Abhijeet, & Bakaa for making so many off menu items for us, Aarti for her yoga classes, Jem for his wine recommendations, and lastly Ashish, Silva, Laksan and DJ Imran for playing tunes and giving us a great night at Sip!

Mohammed Al Kuraishi

The W Hotel Maldives is truly an amazing resort, easily ranking in my top 5 Marriott stays over the last 20+ years. We loved every moment of our trip in November 2025. The team here operates at an exceptionally high level of luxury hospitality. Guest relations were incredibly proactive and efficient, anticipating our needs and flawlessly handling everything from special meal requests to last-minute doctor consultations. Every member of the staff embodies the highest standards of service.