W Retreat & Spa @ Fesdu Island, North Ari Atoll, Maldives

In the middle of the North Ari Atoll, surrounded by the other Maldivian atolls, is Fesdu Island. W Retreat & Spa is located on Fesdu Island with its pristine beach and clear waters.


I was enthralled with the pictures from W website, particularly of the Ocean Oasis room. Imagine looking out into the ocean from the bath tub in the bathroom through the open window, with a glass of wine and candlelights dancing on the walls.



You could feel the warmth of the sun beaming down on you at the sundeck and feel the waft of the seabreeze gently caressing your body while you doze off. Or you could have a dip at the private plunge pool and stare out at the vast expanse of the ocean while you are safe in the cocoon of the pool. Alternatively you can dive into the lagoon if you prefer the salty water.

So many things to do in the 146sqm space. Inside the room, parts of the floor are glass allowing you to peep down and observe the marine life below. There are even underwater lights to illuminate the world beneath during night time. There are 42" plasma tvs, sound systm and internet access.
What else is in the Ocean Oasis (from website):

State-of-the-art Sound System
DVD Player
CD Player
DVD/CD Library via Whatever/Whenever®

350 Thread Count Sheets
W Signature Bed
Down Pillows
Hypoallergenic Pillows

Outdoor Rainforest Shower
Make-up/Shaving Mirror
Full Height Mirror
Dual Vanity Basins
Hairdryer

24-Hour In-retreat Dining
Individual BBQ Stations
Tea/Coffee Maker (On Request)
Wine Fridge
Munchie Box
Mini-bar

Private Plunge Pools
Shallow Pool Lounge Area
Custom-made Lounging Furniture
Direct Lagoon Access
Sun Lounges
Individual Climate Control

In-room Safe
Outdoor Daybeds with Shade Curtains
Smoke Detectors

Lounge with Glass Floor
Shower with Glass Floor
Private Over-water Plunge Pool
Sundeck

What else can you do if you are bored of the room? The usual beach activities and the spa and yoga to relax.

• Reef or wreck scuba trips
• Snorkeling
• Underwater video course
• Reef scooter trips with Marine Biologist
• Overnight sailing/scuba trip to Hammerhead Shark Point
• Kite surfing
• Water skiing
• Windsurfing
• 100% Transparent Kayaks
• Big game and hand-line fishing
• Catamaran sailing
• Wake & knee boarding
• Aqua aerobics
• Circuit training
• Billiards
• Technogym® State-of-the-art workout facilities
• Away Spa
• Yoga
• Oil painting

No shopping, no looking at man-made buildings. Just you and nature and sports and activities to enhance your personal well being. This might be a slice of heaven?

At US$1200 a night, it is certainly not a cheap place to go at all.

For more details, check out W Maldives.