Description / Location

Cast away yet connected. Natural yet designed. Secluded yet welcoming. W Retreat & Spa – Maldives is a private island and luxury playground, where style flirts with soul in a wonderland of white-sand beaches, turquoise lagoons and breathtaking reefs.

Pamper yourself with lavish Maldivian living. Unwind at the innovative AWAY Spa. Go gourmet at our six eateries. Explore the world beneath the waves at DOWN UNDER. Who wants something out of the ordinary? Our Whatever/Whenever® team will deliver.

Where are we? Tucked away in the Maldivian atolls, W Retreat & Spa - Maldives is on Fesdu Island located in the middle of the North Ari Atoll, to the west of Malé, the capital of Maldives. Hop on a sea plane in Malé, soar over the turquoise Indian Ocean for 25 exhilarating minutes, and you're here.

Accommodation

Beach Oasis
Escape to 188 square meters of tropical indulgence. Soak up the Maldivian rays on the sundeck or step out onto your private sweep of white sandy beach. Stretch out on the circular daybed that cantilevers over the private plunge pool.

Step inside. The transition to your urban oasis is seamless. Dream in the king-sized signature W bed. Bathe under the stars or the clear blue sky in the open-roofed bath area with standalone bathtub and rainforest shower. Who wants to play, A 42” Plasma TV, BOSE® Sound system provide the entertainment.

Head upstairs to the private viewing deck with thatched roof and enjoy unobstructed beach and ocean views. Relax in your custom-made double daybed. Fire up the grill for some savory delights. Then, kick back with a glass from the wine fridge.

Coming to the Maldives with company? Ask for a connecting Beach Oasis with 1 W signature king bed room and 1 W signature twin bed room, separated by lockable doors. Keep the company together!

Extra Room ammienaties : BBQ Station, 2 Mini-bars, Private Plunge Pool,Two Daybeds, Beachfront.

Ocean Oasis
Where can find over-water luxury? The indoor/outdoor one-bedroom Ocean Oasis is perched above the lagoon. Catch some rays on the sundeck. Peek at underwater fauna through the glass floor. Cool off in your private over-water plunge pool. Live it up. This is W Retreat & Spa - Maldives. (146 square meters) Perched above the lagoon, our Ocean Oasis is where the turquoise sea meets W-style pleasure.

Catch some rays on the sundeck. Go for a dip in your private plunge pool or hop down the steps and dive into the lagoon. Stretch out on the circular daybed to soak up some sun, or close the encircling curtains for a nap in the shade. Grill up a bite on the BBQ. Sip a fine vintage from the wine fridge.

Head inside. Peep through glass sections of flooring in the living room to check out the marine life swimming below. Flip a switch to illuminate underwater lights for a night-time peek at the fauna. Stay connected while cast away with, 42” Plasmas TVs, BOSE® gadgets and High-Speed Internet Access. Drift off in the signature W king bed.

Extra Room ammienaties : Sundeck, State-of-the-art Sound System, Private Over-water Plunge Pool, Custom-made Lounging Furniture, Shower with Glass Floor, Lounge with Glass Floor, Signature W King Bed

Seascape Escape
Wow’s the word for this 323 square meter villa. Repose in the master suite with W signature bed, sitting area with 50” Plasma TV and views to the horizon. Or chill in the junior suite with two signature W twin beds, private second bath and entertainment area with 32” LCD screen and cozy fittings.

Lounge or dine in the indoor/outdoor lounge with comfy couches, table for six, stocked kitchenette and huge adjoining sundeck. Head down the lagoon access stairs and float in the tranquil sea. Cook up your own catch-or-the-day on the BBQ and pair it with a bottle of the best from your private wine fridge. Take in the sun or stargaze on the daybed. Float and swim in the oversized infinity Plunge Pool.

Extra Room ammienaties : Indoor/Outdoor Lounge, BOSE® Hi-Fi, Huge Sundeck, Two Bathrooms, BBQ Station 50" Plasma TV, Powder Room, Master and Junior Suite, 32" LCD Screen, Refreshment Centre, Two Bedroom Over-water Villa, Lounge with Glass Floor

Ocean Haven
Designed to be the ultimate getaway, the Ocean Haven takes relaxation – or entertaining – to the extreme. Seek solitude in pristine privacy or invite the cool crowd over for some serious entertaining – the possibilities are endless.

The distinction fades between interiors and exteriors, with floor-to-ceiling windows that slide aside, an indoor/outdoor lounge area and glass-paneled floors that reveal lagoon fauna below.

Repose in the huge master suite with a cathedral ceiling and sitting area. Recline in the signature W king bed and gaze at panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Grab a book and sink into the oversized circular bathtub. Or drift off to the symphony of the tranquil sea in the twin-bedded junior suite with a private second bathroom.

Grab a cocktail from your bar and head out onto the wraparound sundeck. Grill up some goodies at the outdoor dining area overlooking the water. Plunge into the oversized infinity edge pool with bubbling Jacuzzi seats. Saunter down the lagoon access stairs and slip into the turquoise. Chill in style.

Extra Room ammienaties : Kitchenette, Panoramic Views of the Indian Ocean, Two Bathrooms, Daybed Two 32" LCD TVs, Oversized Infinity-edge Plunge Pool, Wraparound Sundeck, Lounge Chairs, 50" Plasma TVs Lounge with Glass Floor, BOSE® Hi-Fi, Lounging Couch, Powder Room

Restaurants & Bars

Fulfill your epicurean desires at FIRE, our outdoor jungle barbeque with a serene, romantic and casual mood. Watch the sun go down at cocktail hour in SIP before going local - FISH features wild-caught fresh seafood prepared with an Asian flair. Swim up to Wet(sm), our pool bar, for creative cocktails. Or head to KITCHEN - a modern interpretation of Bistro fare. Afterwards, hang out at the unique 15 Below bar spinning the latest vibes.

Activities

Who wants to play? WAVE our water sports facility will outfit you. Unwind at Away® Spa. Go DOWN UNDER and get geared up with the latest diving equipment, then go on a reef or wreck tour. Get physical at Sweat® Fitness Center or simply take in the tropical paradise where every effort has been made to preserve the natural beauty, marine life and delicate ecosystem.

Who wants to go shopping? Find local crafts, fab jewelry, designer beach needs and more at W - The Store. Who wants to ride the water? Get geared up to explore the endless turquoise with kite surfing, water skiing, windsurfing, canoes, big game fishing, hand-line fishing, snorkeling, catamaran sailing or wake & knee boarding.

Who wants to play? Hit Energy, our recreation center, for aqua aerobics, circuit training, pool games, beach games, billiards, table soccer, table tennis, and our weekly darts tournament. Sweat Fitness Center Get pumped with extensive state-of-the-art Technogym cardio, strength and free-weight exercise facilities overlooking the beautiful blue expanses of the Indian Ocean.

Spa

Have a massage, wrap, or facial under the Dhow-inspired sunshade. Repose on the sundeck with an aphrodisiac nectar or blissful chocolate cookies. Stretch to the panoramic horizon with twice-daily yoga sessions in the pavilion. Relax on the wraparound sundeck with over-water bathing, outdoor rainforest shower and expansive day bed for sun-soaking, lounging and treatments.

Aromatherapy meets Chemistry
The art and science of aromatherapy mingles with the latest advances in chemistry to produce our skin-care products, which are made in small batches on a frequent basis to ensure freshness, efficacy, and potency.

The Pavilion
Stretch to the clear blue skies and breathe in the fresh sea air. Yoga is practiced on the floating teak-lined platform surrounded by spectacular sea views. Popular Pavilion pastimes include painting, contemplation and revitalization.

Celebration Packages
Get all wrapped up in our delightfully intense super-spa experience. A series of experiences build on each other to reduce stress, heal the body, boost spirits and refresh your outlook, leaving you energized, balanced and harmonious.

SUNDÃRI
Ayurvedic SUNDÃRI skin care products utilize the powerful regenerative properties of plants, herbs, roots and essential oils and floral extracts to improve the complexion and appearance of your skin.

Prices with:

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Prices for this hotel have been considerably reduced from April through to August

Price based on 2 adults sharing a Beach Oasis room on a Bed & Breakfast basis, including return Sea Plane transfers to and from the airport.

Room Upgrades - Price is per room per night
Ocean Oasis from £148
Oasis Oasis Lagoon from £250

Honeymoon:
Complimentary fruit basket and Sparkling wine

Special Offers
01/04/08 - 31/08/08
Stay 7 Nights pay for 6 Nights (included in price grid) Stay 14 Nights pay for 10 Nights

Flying Emirates:
Please note: If booking flights on Emirates, Surcharges may apply.

Glasgow Flight Supplement:
21/06/08 – 15/07/08
£198 Adult  £132 Child

Glasgow Flight Reduction:

16/07/08 – 10/08/08

£285 Adult  £190 Child

Flight Upgrades with Emirates and Sri Lankan Airlines
Business Class from £1650 per adult, £1100 per child (subject to availability)

PLEASE NOTE: Prices may vary if your holiday overlaps the date bands