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UASPG
"Waldorf Astoria" is also what I've heard and that would be the logical choice if they want to charge more for their villas, if the owner sticks to Hilton.
I prefer brands like Le Meridien and Conrad rather than St Regis, Waldorf Astoria or Westin.
As a note, Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts, now managed by Relais & Chateaux, pleased all the guests that stayed there and that I met.
Le Bora Bora doesn't get as much chatter here due to lack of points relevance but I consistently hear the same - Nothing but glowing feedback.
I do enjoy the occasional St. Regis stay but also tend to prefer Le Meridien, Conrad, and particularly Thompson properties in general. Le Meridien Maldives is one of the best deals out there right now in terms of quality of product and service for the price.