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Taj Coral Reef Resort and Spa MaldivesvsW Maldives
Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef Maldives and W Maldives are both praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, W Maldives ranks significantly higher than Vivanta by Taj Coral Reef Maldives. W Maldives comes in at 87 with endorsements from 6 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, Jetsetter and Fodor's.
Taj Coral Reef Resort and Spa Maldives
Jetsetter
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Hembudhu Island, North Male Atoll
From $1,410/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
"Hip thatch-roofed villas dot an intimate lagoon at this laid-back resort in the North Malé Atoll." Full review
Upscale
"This small, upscale resort with lower prices (and less luxury) than sister property Exotica draws couples of many nationalities." Full review
"Totally remodelled in 2009, heart-shaped Taj Vivanta is a glamorous resort that still manages to feel laid-back and unpretentious." 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
"Not for fuddy-duddies, nor for those with kids under 13, this ultra-glamorous island resort has super luxury accommodation." Full review
"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.
"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.
"South Beach swagger on an Indian Ocean island, with designer digs, a spa, and nightclub." Full review
Top 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
8.0
"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