{"id":155334,"date":"2025-03-11T19:40:23","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T19:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/marriotts-w-maldives-is-open-again-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2025-03-11T19:40:23","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T19:40:23","slug":"marriotts-w-maldives-is-open-again-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/marriotts-w-maldives-is-open-again-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"Marriott&#8217;s W Maldives is open again &#8211; The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>After closing in May 2024 for a multimillion-dollar renovation, the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/hotel\/reviews\/w-maldives-resort\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">W Maldives<\/a> is ready to welcome guests back with the perfect balance of serene relaxation and ocean adventure.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Exterior.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">MARRIOTT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The resort&#8217;s 77 villas have been completely reimagined by the Miaja Design Group with the island nation&#8217;s natural beauty top of mind. For instance, the overwater bungalows incorporate the playful spots of whale sharks, while the beach villas pay homage to the local mangrove swamps.<\/p>\n<p>Some new accommodations have been added, too. The Supreme Overwater Two-Bedroom Villas and Oasis Overwater Two-Bedroom Villas offer expansive living spaces and private pools to accommodate large groups, and two new Oasis Two-Bedroom Beach Villas feature waterslides connecting the second floor to the private pool.<\/p>\n<p>But the guest rooms weren&#8217;t the hotel&#8217;s only features to get facelifts. The resort&#8217;s five dining venues have also been revamped by EDG Design, with a focus on combining local ingredients and the island&#8217;s cultural heritage into &#8220;a journey through global flavors.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>You can dine over the Indian Ocean at the ocean-to-table Fish restaurant, or with sand between your toes at beachside smokehouse Fire. Other venues offer a breakfast buffet, international favorites and Nikkei (Japanese-Peruvian fusion) cuisine.<\/p>\n<p>Taking cues from the islands&#8217; two types of vacation vibe \u2014 relaxation and adventure \u2014 the W Maldives will continue to offer a range of activities, like fitness classes, boat trips to the resort&#8217;s private island and guided snorkeling excursions at the house reef. The property is also planning a series of pop-up dining experiences throughout the year, each featuring a different world-renowned chef.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/W-Maldives-Premier-Overwater-One-Bedroom-Villa-Outdoor-Deck-1.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">MARRIOTT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Although the W Maldives welcomes guests of all ages, it seems particularly suited to couples and friend groups. The Away Spa offers four overwater couples&#8217; treatment rooms, each equipped with its own steam facility. For guests seeking nightlife, Wet Deck serves up drinks, light bites and beats courtesy of the Maldives&#8217; only music curator. Those traveling as a family, though, will be thrilled to find that during the daytime, kiddos can enjoy the Wet Deck&#8217;s focal point, a sculptural Splinterworks waterslide complete with built-in jets to keep it cool beneath the island sun.<\/p>\n<p>According to a company press release, the W Maldives&#8217; renovation &#8220;incorporates eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices throughout its design and operations.&#8221; The resort is working toward an ambitious goal of being self-sustaining by 2026. To this end, it is home to one of the Maldives&#8217; largest biogas plants and a garden that provides some of the ingredients for the dining venues.<\/p>\n<p>Rates start at $1,093 per night for a Superior Overwater One-Bedroom Villa with a private pool and buffet breakfast for two guests daily. The same room with the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/hotel\/best-marriott-all-inclusive-resorts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">all-inclusive<\/a> W All Access package costs $1,590 per night.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__qYzYT&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__i_qm0&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__zgpFm\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__C8FWb\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Award nights start as low as 80,500 <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/loyalty-programs\/award-travelers-guide-to-marriott-bonvoy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marriott Bonvoy<\/a> points, and there is plenty of availability at this price over the coming months.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:64.92471213463243%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2025\/03\/Screenshot-2025-03-11-at-9.52.41%E2%80%AFAM.png?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">MARRIOTT<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Whether you book with cash or points, don&#8217;t forget to factor the cost of Marriott&#8217;s resort fees, seaplane transfers and the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/maldives-departure-tax\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Maldives&#8217; departure tax<\/a> into your trip budget.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related reading:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/w-maldives-renovation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After closing in May 2024 for a multimillion-dollar renovation, the W Maldives is ready to welcome guests back with the perfect balance of serene relaxation and ocean adventure. MARRIOTT The resort&#8217;s 77 villas have been completely reimagined by the Miaja Design Group with the island nation&#8217;s natural beauty top of mind. 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