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Gili LankanfushivsW Maldives
Gili Lankanfushi and W Maldives are both endorsed by professionals. On balance, W Maldives ranks slightly better than Gili Lankanfushi. W Maldives has a TripExpert Score of 87 with recommendations from 6 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and Lonely Planet.
Gili Lankanfushi
Travel + Leisure
Mr & Mrs Smith
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Lankanfushi Island, North Male Atoll, 08290
From $2,030/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure "Formerly Soneva Gili by Six Senses On the private island of Lankanfushi in the North Malé Atoll, the Soneva Gili resort is situated on one of the largest lagoons in the Maldives." Full review
Mr & Mrs Smith "At Gili Lankanfushi in the Maldives, relaxation is no laughing matter: shoes are removed on arrival, every villa has a 'Mr Friday', and the views are blue and blissful." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"It’s hard to resist the charms of this award-winning Maldivian resort, with its rustic-chic style and eco-friendly ethos, its serene atmosphere and impeccable service." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Astonishingly impressive Gili Lankansfushi is essentially Swiss Family Robinson meets Condé Nast Traveller, and few visitors come away anything but amazed." Full review
W Maldives
Fodor's Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler
Jetsetter Lonely Planet The Telegraph
09110
From $980/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Not for fuddy-duddies, nor for those with kids under 13, this ultra-glamorous island resort has super luxury accommodation." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The design-savvy W hotels group has expanded to the South Seas with a private-island resort in the Maldives." Full review
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There are W Welcome Ambassadors to greet them and direct them to the W Van that takes them to the W Lounge, where they are offered food, drinks, and, if they choose, a shower.
Condé Nast Traveler "Fesdu has one of the best 'house reefs' of all the resort islands, which means spectacular dive and snorkel spots right off the beach, as opposed to the boat rides often required elsewhere." Full review
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It is of course possible to completely avoid these and all other distractions at the spa, which is bigger and better than most with its spacious teak-floored treatment rooms on the water.
Jetsetter "South Beach swagger on an Indian Ocean island, with designer digs, a spa, and nightclub." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"W Retreat & Spa is sleek and imaginative, a boutique luxury island loaded with more casual cool than any other in the country." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"If you seek luxury and a fun vibe on a tropical island with a powdery white beach and vibrant house reef, then the W is for you" Full review
