Where can you find paradise? Welcome to the W Retreat & Spa - Maldives, cast away in the Ari Atoll by the brilliant turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Want a beachfront haven? Wake up to the sun in our bi-level Marvellous Beach Retreat with your own private beach. Prefer the zen of water? Enjoy the symphony of the gentle waves from your Marvellous Aqua Retreat, perched over the spectacular lagoon and house reef. Relax in the secluded luxury of our villas, designed for contemporary living around the natural beauty of the environment, striking the balance between style and soul. Pamper yourself with lavish Maldivian living - plunge pools, daybeds, plasma screen TVs, and the W Signature Bed. Who wants to play? Head to Bubbles, our dive center, and explore the breathtaking underwater wonderland by the house reef. Chill out with the cool marine life in nature's warm coral design. Prefer to ride on water? Splash, our water sports facility, will outfit you. Play on the island. Sunbathe at Wet pool deck. De-stress at the innovative Away Spa. 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 the delicate ecosystem. Fulfill your epicurean desires at Fire, reminiscent of a jungle barbeque with a serene, romantic and casual mood. Go local - Fish features wild-caught fresh seafood prepared in the open plan kitchen. Or head to Kitchen - a modern interpretation of Bistro fare. Afterwards, hang out at the unique 15 Below bar spinning the latest vibes. Ufaaveri Keumeh, Bon Appetit., W Retreat & Spa - Maldives children policy: due to the design of our accommodations and the general layout and facilities of the retreat, it is not suited for guests below the age, For non-US hotels, rates confirmed in USD may be converted to local currency by the hotel at your time of stay, based on the exchange rate used by the hotel., Effective January 1, 2012, a departure tax of US $25 is mandatory for all passengers departing from Ibrahim Nasir International Airport., Effective 1 January 2013, the T-GST tax will be revised to 8%., As of January 1, 2012, Goods and Service Tax (GST) will change from 3.5% to 6%. GST is applied to room rates, meal supplements, transfers and all other goods and services provided., Travel time is 45 minutes to the hotel. Round trip seaplane charge is USD383/person. There is a baggage limit of 25 kilograms per person. The seaplane operates 7 AM-4 PM.