[ARCHIVE 2018 to 2019] Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi {MDV}
Aug 22, 2019, 2:46 am
#2071
Join Date: Jan 2009
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Radisson Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 3,623
I don't think that photo is necessarily indicative of the foliage between most beach villas and the ocean. Recall the early complaints about privacy -- that people walking on the beach could see into the villas due to lack of foliage. I walked most of the beach in front of the 600 and 200 beach villas and I think the foliage in front of this one would be one of the densest.
Aug 22, 2019, 2:58 am
#2072
Join Date: Jan 2009
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Radisson Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 3,623
I took a few low quality photos with my iPhone of the "Male view" daytime and nighttime.
In the daytime photo here from 623 you can make out the 25 story hospital on the horizon on the right side of the photo.
View from deck of 623 at night
View from wooden pathway around villa 715 at night. The photos don't show it but Male is a bit more prominent at night and the villas around 715 probably have the closest/most direct view of Male and the lights.
Aug 22, 2019, 4:52 am
#2073
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,344
I know this is an old article (July 2) but did anyone, when booking through the website or resort directly, get the exact same package that is offered at the bottom of the article?
If so, how much was it and for what villa cat (presumably standard BV) and length of stay?
If so, how much was it and for what villa cat (presumably standard BV) and length of stay?
If it doesn't go back to inventory, I've got the extra 3 nights booked at CR as well, so we'll just make this a CR stay and try the WA in a year or two when it has had a chance to iron out the issues.
Aug 22, 2019, 5:12 am
#2074
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
That's quite an offer. I'm really tempted to cancel my booking (I booked in June) and see if it drops back into points inventory. If it does, I'll book it again and get the free transfer and $100 a day credit.
If it doesn't go back to inventory, I've got the extra 3 nights booked at CR as well, so we'll just make this a CR stay and try the WA in a year or two when it has had a chance to iron out the issues.
If it doesn't go back to inventory, I've got the extra 3 nights booked at CR as well, so we'll just make this a CR stay and try the WA in a year or two when it has had a chance to iron out the issues.
Aug 22, 2019, 5:44 am
#2075
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: ZRH
Programs: M&M SEN (*G), HH Diamond
Posts: 2,418
Aug 22, 2019, 6:08 am
#2076
Join Date: Apr 2004
Programs: Emirates Gold, United Silver, HH Diamond, Marriott Titanium, Hyatt Discoverist, Delta Gold
Posts: 299
https://waldorfastoria3.hilton.com/e.../100122240.htm
I entered in five to six day dates all the way to December and found:
"This hotel has limited availability for DISCOVER THE UNFORGETTABLE around the dates you have selected. Use the "Back a week" and "Forward a week" buttons in the grid below to search for availability or find another hotel."
I entered in five to six day dates all the way to December and found:
"This hotel has limited availability for DISCOVER THE UNFORGETTABLE around the dates you have selected. Use the "Back a week" and "Forward a week" buttons in the grid below to search for availability or find another hotel."
Aug 22, 2019, 6:11 am
#2077
Join Date: Dec 2013
Location: Homeless
Programs: Hyatt Glob; Hilton Dia; Marriott AMB; Accor Dia; IHG Dia Amb; GHA Tit
Posts: 4,846
I don't think that photo is necessarily indicative of the foliage between most beach villas and the ocean. Recall the early complaints about privacy -- that people walking on the beach could see into the villas due to lack of foliage. I walked most of the beach in front of the 600 and 200 beach villas and I think the foliage in front of this one would be one of the densest.
Aug 22, 2019, 6:29 am
#2078
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,344
https://waldorfastoria3.hilton.com/e.../100122240.htm
I entered in five to six day dates all the way to December and found:
"This hotel has limited availability for DISCOVER THE UNFORGETTABLE around the dates you have selected. Use the "Back a week" and "Forward a week" buttons in the grid below to search for availability or find another hotel."
I entered in five to six day dates all the way to December and found:
"This hotel has limited availability for DISCOVER THE UNFORGETTABLE around the dates you have selected. Use the "Back a week" and "Forward a week" buttons in the grid below to search for availability or find another hotel."
Aug 22, 2019, 6:37 am
#2079
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Join Date: Sep 1999
Location: New York, NY, USA
Posts: 12,483
Can anyone see anything on this page that indicates you have to book under a special rate promo? It reads to me that ALL new bookings get this deal: https://newsroom.hilton.com/waldorf/...ts-in-maldives
Aug 22, 2019, 6:46 am
#2080
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: BHX
Programs: BA GGL CCR GfL, SQ Gold, Hyatt Glob, HH Diamond, Marriott Plat, Cafe Nero Loyalty Card (7 Stamps)
Posts: 7,344
Also "seems obvious" in no way equates to "categorically stated". I might have a crack at this, but just asking anyone can see anything I've missed on the page I linked (which is different so the other link above).
Aug 22, 2019, 7:29 am
#2082
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 158
I had originally confirmed an upgrade for $400++ per night into an OWV. I emailed them again to see if I could be put into the OWV for no charge and it was a success!
Also note, according to my email below, it seems indeed that they have changed the transfer cost from $370++ pp per way to $350++ pp per way and now to $300++ pp per way. So it doesn't look like they gave anyone an offer, just that they've revisited the transfer costs and adjusted accordingly to anyone who brought it up?
I also asked again if they are going to honor my rate of $370++ RT. If they do, I'll be one happy customer.
Also note, according to my email below, it seems indeed that they have changed the transfer cost from $370++ pp per way to $350++ pp per way and now to $300++ pp per way. So it doesn't look like they gave anyone an offer, just that they've revisited the transfer costs and adjusted accordingly to anyone who brought it up?
"We thank you for your loyalty towards Hilton and for choosing to stay with us for your Maldivian getaway. It will indeed be a pleasure to have you with us.
We have of course revised our entry villa category for next year based on a thorough analysis of the demand for different villa types during this this year.
Delighted to let you know that we do have King Overwater Villa with Pool available during your stay period and since your reservation is confirmed for 2020, happy to change your villa type as per your preference without any charge. Kindly advise how you would like to proceed.
Pertaining to your email subject line regarding the transfers, a shared transfer on the resort's yacht is US $300 + taxes and service per person per way. This charge will be added to your total bill. Waiting time prior to the transfer may vary from 30-90 minutes, we appreciate your understanding. With respect for our guests’ privacy and security, third party transfer is not permitted."
We have of course revised our entry villa category for next year based on a thorough analysis of the demand for different villa types during this this year.
Delighted to let you know that we do have King Overwater Villa with Pool available during your stay period and since your reservation is confirmed for 2020, happy to change your villa type as per your preference without any charge. Kindly advise how you would like to proceed.
Pertaining to your email subject line regarding the transfers, a shared transfer on the resort's yacht is US $300 + taxes and service per person per way. This charge will be added to your total bill. Waiting time prior to the transfer may vary from 30-90 minutes, we appreciate your understanding. With respect for our guests’ privacy and security, third party transfer is not permitted."
Aug 22, 2019, 7:32 am
#2083
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 253
I cannot find any dates where the Discover The Unforgettable rate is available ??? Am I doing something incorrect? I put in 1 night and searched the flexible calendar
Aug 22, 2019, 7:36 am
#2084
Join Date: Jan 2009
Programs: Hilton Diamond, IHG Spire Ambassador, Radisson Gold, Hyatt Discoverist
Posts: 3,623
Aug 22, 2019, 7:40 am
#2085
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 158
Thanks, I'm going to have that printed out.