Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi vs The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi and The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives are both among our hand-picked resorts. Each offers beach and overwater pool villas, but their settings and styles give you different ways to shape a stay.

Waldorf Astoria spreads across three islands in South Malé Atoll. St. Regis pairs a quiet Dhaalu Atoll setting with sculptural design and butler service.

At a glance

• Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi — Atoll: South Malé Atoll · Transfer: Yacht transfer (speedboat) · Villas: Beach and overwater pool villas, plus expansive residences · Known for: Three-island layout and a private-island option.
• The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives — Atoll: Dhaalu Atoll · Transfer: Seaplane · Villas: Beach and overwater pool villas, including larger family options · Known for: Quiet surroundings, sculptural design and butler service.

About Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi spans three linked islands. Its expansive villas and residences give families room to spread out, while couples can choose a beach or overwater setting. There is also a private-island option for guests seeking greater seclusion.

The resort has a spa and several fine dining venues. Its layout separates the social side of resort life from quieter residence areas.

About The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives

The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives has a peaceful Dhaalu Atoll setting, sculptural villas and butler-led service. Beach and overwater pool villas include larger options for families.

Couples planning a honeymoon or celebration may be drawn to its privacy-focused feel. Guests can also spend time on the reef or at the Iridium spa.

Villas and dining compared

Both Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi and The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives offer beach and overwater pool villas. Waldorf Astoria places particular emphasis on expansive residences and the option of a private island. St. Regis brings sculptural design and butler service to its villa experience.

For dining, Waldorf Astoria has several fine dining venues. St. Regis offers polished dining with attentive evening service. If a particular villa layout or meal plan matters to you, ask us about the available options.

Getting there and location

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is in South Malé Atoll and is reached from Malé by yacht transfer (speedboat). The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives is in Dhaalu Atoll, reached by seaplane from Malé. Seaplanes fly only in daylight, so the St. Regis arrival is planned around your inbound flight time.

For more on the different journeys, see our Maldives transfers guide.

Which suits you?

Choose Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi if a three-island layout, expansive residence or private-island option appeals to you. Choose The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, Maldives if you picture a quiet Dhaalu Atoll stay with sculptural villas and butler service.

Both can suit couples celebrating together and families looking for a pool villa. The choice comes down to the setting, villa style and service you would most enjoy.

Explore the two resorts

See the resort cards for more on each setting and villa style.

• Waldorf Astoria Maldives IthaafushiThree South Malé Atoll islands, expansive pool villas and a private-island option.
• The St. Regis Vommuli Resort, MaldivesA quiet Dhaalu Atoll setting with sculptural villas and butler service.

Still deciding? Ask us about the details that matter to you.

Quick checklist

• Picture your preferred setting: three linked islands or a quiet Dhaalu Atoll resort.
• Decide whether you would like a beach or overwater pool villa.
• Ask about larger villas if you are travelling as a family.
• Consider whether a private-island option or butler service is important to you.
• Check how each journey from Malé fits your arrival.