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St. Regis Maldives 'John Jacob Astor Estate' listed amongst the Top 10 Biggest Suites

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Once again, the John Jacob Astor Estate at the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has made it to the global luxury lifestyle guide Elite Traveler’s list of Top 100 suites in the world. Elite Traveler listed the John Jacob Astor Estate amongst the Top 10 Biggest Suites in the world this year. 

Within the first year of the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort’s opening in 2017, the John Jacob Astor Estate was featured in the list of Top 100 Suites.

Upon being featured on the list of Top 100 Suites in 2017, Alexander Blair, the general manager of St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort at the time told the Elite Traveler, “We’re absolutely thrilled that the John Jacob Astor Estate is featured in the Elite Collection Top 100 Suites, particularly within the first year of the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort opening. This recognition from such a respected title is a huge accolade for the resort. We feel our secluded location, stunning design and the John Jacob Astor Estate help to distinguish the St. Regis Maldives Vommuli as a very special place to come.”

At over 16,500 sq ft, the John Jacob Astor Estate is the largest overwater suite in the Maldives. The two-story villa features three bedrooms, a gym equipped with cardio and weight machines, a home theater, spa rooms and a 92 sq m private swimming pool. With the classic St. Regis butler service, the John Jacob Astor Estate is the epitome of luxurious accommodation. 

St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort is located in Dhaalu Atoll, accessible by a 40-minute seaplane journey from Velana International Airport. The resort offers accommodations as 44 overwater villas and 33 beach villas each with a private pool, and 7 restaurants with divine cuisines. With its powder white beaches and endless views of the pristine blue sea, the resort offers unparalleled seclusion for guests to revitalize and connect with the nature. 

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