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Ari Atoll, Maldives

W Retreat and Spa

Set on the exotic island of Fesdu in the North Ari Atoll, the W Retreat and Spa unites its ultra-chic decor and design with the exquisite beauty of the Maldives. Guests of the W Retreat can expect the bold styling and exciting vibe of its city hotels but with tropical relaxation and island landscapes as a soothing backdrop.

Accommodation consists of 78 stunning retreats - 28 Beach Oasis Retreats lace the shoreline around the island, and 46 Ocean Oasis Retreats spider out into the lagoon along the length of a wooden jetty. All feature palatial decks with plunge pools, barbecue facilities, outdoor showers, freestanding bathtubs and day beds. Ocean Oasis and Seascape Escape Retreats have the added luxury of glass floors so you can admire the under-water life in all its colorful glory. The Ocean Haven over the water is the resorts tour de force, offering 500 square meters of sheer funk.

The main pool is another popular favorite at the W Retreat, with its restful chaises and the cool convenience of Wet, part swim-up pool bar with specialty cocktails and part poolside lounge gone gourmet. For spa relaxation, head over to the Away spa to indulge in any number of soothing therapies in the over-water treatment rooms.

The award-winning AWAY Spa is found on its own private over-water jetty, in the heart of the island there is a state-of-the-art fitness center, SWEAT, a large pool with wet bar, game areas with table tennis and table football for the child in you, plus a myriad of water sports in WAVE.

The resorts stylish restaurants offer creative gourmet cuisine, and its underground club lounge, 15 Below, serves up guest DJs and creative concoctions on the dance floor or in the comfort of your own divan.

W Retreat and Spa offers many different activities including kite surfing, water skiing, windsurfing, canoes, big game fishing, snorkeling, catamaran sailing or wake and knee boarding.

Includes: Bed & breakfast