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Soneva

4 Properties in our collection · Average score 9.7/10

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Maldivian and Thai resort group built around 'Slow Life' philosophy. Sonu Shivdasani's island properties pioneered barefoot luxury before the term became marketing copy.

What Makes Soneva Different

Sonu Shivdasani and his wife Eva opened Soneva Fushi in 1995, the first overwater-bungalow property in the Maldives that emphasized environmental practice, no-shoes informality, and resort-as-private-island ethos. Six Senses began as the management arm of Soneva before separating in 2012. The Slow L

Where COMO comes at sustainability through wellness and Aman through architectural restraint, Soneva comes through environmental practice and barefoot informality. Soneva Fushi has its own glass-blowing studio (using bottles from the resort's bars), an observatory, and an outdoor cinema, programming

Ideal Guest

Repeat Maldives travelers who have done the conventional luxury option and want something with more substance. Families with children; the kid programming is exceptional. Couples who want privacy without formality. Not for travelers who require hotel structure or who are uncomfortable with deliberat

Portfolio Character

Four properties: Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in the Maldives, Soneva Kiri in Thailand, and Soneva Secret in the Maldives. The shared character is private island, residence-scale villas, deliberate barefoot informality, and unusually serious environmental practice (glass studios, organic gardens, ma

Signature Service

The 'No News, No Shoes' policy at every property. Resident astronomers, marine biologists, and chocolatiers; programming that runs structurally rather than as add-on entertainment.

Exclusive Advisor Program

Virtuoso Benefits

Book through a luxury travel advisor to unlock these exclusive perks

Daily Breakfast for Two

Complimentary breakfast each morning.

Hotel Credit

Property credit for spa, dining, or experiences (amount varies by property).

Room Upgrade at Check-in

Upgrade when available at time of arrival.

Early Check-in / Late Checkout

Subject to availability.

VIP Welcome

Welcome amenity and special recognition.

Benefits apply when booking through a Virtuoso-affiliated luxury travel advisor.

4 Properties

Soneva Secret

Maldives

9.8/10

Soneva's fourth property — 14 overwater and beachfront villas on a private island in Makunudhoo Atoll.

Soneva Jani

Maldives

9.8/10

Soneva's second Maldivian property — 51 overwater and island villas in Noonu Atoll's private lagoon, with optional waterslides from bedroom to sea.

Soneva Fushi

Maldives

9.6/10

Soneva's first property — 63 beachfront villas on Kunfunadhoo Island in Baa Atoll, opened in 1995 as the Maldives' original barefoot-luxury resort.

Soneva in Aqua

Maldives

9.5/10

Soneva's two-cabin luxury yacht — barefoot-luxury philosophy translated to a private Maldivian sailing itinerary.

Destinations: Maldives.

Related Collections

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