Ithaafushi Private Island by Waldorf Astoria
South Male Atoll · 25km from Malé
Waldorf Astoria's exclusive private island — grand luxury just 30 minutes from Male
About Ithaafushi Private Island by Waldorf Astoria
The Ithaafushi Private Island by Waldorf Astoria brings the legendary grand hotel service tradition to the most intimate possible setting — an entire dedicated island within the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi estate, reserved for one group. Every villa, every restaurant, every facility of the estate serves exclusively your party for the duration of the stay.
Located in South Male Atoll just 30 minutes from Velana International Airport by speedboat — available at any hour, day or night — Ithaafushi Private Island is the most logistically seamless private island in the Maldives. Late international arrivals, early departures, and any-hour transfers present no complications. For groups with demanding schedules, the convenience of this location is unmatched.
The Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi estate spans three islands and houses nine restaurants — the most extensive dining programme of any resort in the Maldives. During a private island stay, all nine restaurants serve exclusively your group, making this the most comprehensive private island dining experience available anywhere in the Indian Ocean.
Accommodation
The Ithaafushi Private Island features a collection of overwater and beach villas configured for exclusive group use, all reflecting the Waldorf Astoria signature — grand proportions, exceptional furnishings, and the attentive service standard that defines the brand worldwide. A dedicated team of butlers and guest experience managers is assigned to the group for the entire stay.
- Overwater Villas with private infinity pools and direct lagoon access
- Beach Villas with expansive terraces and direct shoreline access
- Dedicated Waldorf Astoria butler team for the entire group
- Full access to all Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi amenities — exclusively
- Private speedboat transfers between islands at any hour
Dining
Nine restaurants serve exclusively your group during a private island stay — the broadest culinary programme available on any private island in the Maldives. From Italian wood-fired cuisine at Terra to Japanese omakase, Levantine mezze, and contemporary Asian fusion, every dining style is available, exclusively, at any hour. A private chef team can also prepare bespoke in-villa meals and private beach experiences.
Experiences
- Private access to the full Waldorf Astoria water sports and marine centre
- Speedboat transfers to Male and surrounding islands at any hour
- Private wedding and celebration event planning across the estate
- Waldorf Astoria Spa exclusively for your group
- Private yacht excursions across South Male Atoll
- Sunset fishing and dolphin watching
- Personal trainer and private wellness programme
- Diving and snorkelling South Male Atoll reefs
- Private cinema screenings under the stars
Spa & Wellness
The Waldorf Astoria Spa at Ithaafushi is exclusively available to private island guests during their stay. The comprehensive programme — drawing from ancient healing traditions across Asia and Europe — is dedicated entirely to your group. A personalised treatment schedule is created for each guest at the start of the stay, with the full therapy team available exclusively throughout.
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Getting There
Ithaafushi Private Island by Waldorf Astoria is located in South Male Atoll, 25km from Velana International Airport. The island is reached by a 30-minute private speedboat transfer — available at any hour, day or night. This makes Ithaafushi the most accessible private island in the Maldives and the ideal choice for groups arriving on late international flights.