Inspired by a word that means ‘wisdom’ in Sanskrit, Soneva Jani is located on a collection of five islands, and a beautiful, 5.6km lagoon. Each Water Villa opens to its own stretch of sparkling lagoon and is complete with a private pool and a retractable roof to stargaze from the master bedroom, while many villas also have slides from the top deck into the water below. Explore the glimmering galaxies from the resort’s state-of-the-art observatory or spend your time indulging in a range of activities including water sports, scuba diving, wellness therapies, dolphin cruises and bicycling along the island’s many trails.
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Enjoy an exclusive dining experience in the company of the stars as you savour fresh flavours at The Observatory’s dining area. Sit at one of the four dining tables around Soneva Jani's telescope and dine on delicious cuisine, making dinner at So Starstruck a truly out-of-this-world experience.
Trick your mind and taste buds with culinary chemistry within So Imaginative, Soneva’s experimental tasting room. The sommeliers create inspired wine tastings and dinners, selecting perfect pairings from the cellar. Seating up to 20 guests in the paradise setting, offering panoramic views.
Crab Shack restaurant and bar has an upstairs deck with tiered daybeds perfectly poised to watch the sun melt into the Indian Ocean. Try the Sri Lankan mud crab curry, or the succulently sweet Alaskan and Kamchatka crabs that rotate through the week. Mediterranean dishes and seafood platters make up the rest of the menu, while the highlight of the drinks menu is a wide selection rosé wines.
Chef Nikki heads up this Japanese kitchen, serving modern style sashimi, black cod and other Japanese favourites with a contemporary twist. Enjoy a set meal while you take in a classic film at Soneva Jani's overwater silent theatre, Cinema Paradiso.
The heart of the resort, the Gathering is a three-storey overwater structure that is home to various dining outlets, as well as the spa, library, retail area, The Den and wine cellar. Also housed within The Gathering are So Imaginative, The Gathering Wine Cellar, So Fresh, So Engaging.
Start each day with an endless spread of fresh fruits, comforting classics and creative juices. The day continues with a bountiful buffet of organic garden salads and live cooking stations with the wood burning pizza oven, tandoors and grills with freshly caught and grilled-to-order seafood. The sun sets and the Chef takes the stage in the central open kitchen to create a myriad of delicious dishes
So Engaging is Soneva Jani's exclusive Chef’s Table, offering a mystery menu for five very special guests. In a private dining setting amongst the resorts many hideaways, experience a completely exclusive dining for just you and your guests.
Enjoy refreshing coolers, cocktails and tapas at any time of the day as you lounge on daybeds and overwater catamaran nets suspended the sparkling waters, just the spot to take in the magnificent sunset.
Tucked away on the secluded North Island, set in the lagoon close to the Water Villas is the perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling and time in the sun. Enjoy a delightful pop up dinner of local Maldivian delicacies on our private beach, prepared by the Chef using only what he can catch or pick.
Breakfast included
Free Wi-Fi
Mr. or Ms. Friday personal butlers
Non-motorised water-sports
Access to chocolate and ice-cream parlour
Snorkelling on the house reef
Yoga and Meditation
Regular movie screenings at Cinema Paradiso
Personal bicycles or tricycles
Gym
Weekly sunset cocktail party on our sandbank
Dive School
Spa
Gallery and Library
Diving and snorkelling centre
Overwater Observatory
The Gardens & Labyrinth
Private plane transfers
Hammocks
Restaurants
Bars
The Den
Tennis Court
Eco Centro
Cinema Paradiso
Shop
In-Villa Dining Location: on the sunken tables on the deck, in the living room and on the roof terrace dining sala
Access to chocolate and ice-cream parlour
Snorkelling on the house reef
Yoga and Meditation
Regular movie screenings at Cinema Paradiso
Personal bicycles or tricycles
Gym
Weekly sunset cocktail party on our sandbank
Direct 45 minute seaplane flight
Enjoy an exclusive dining experience in the company of the stars as you savour fresh flavours at The Observatory’s dining area. Sit at one of the four dining tables around Soneva Jani's telescope and dine on delicious cuisine, making dinner at So Starstruck a truly out-of-this-world experience.
Trick your mind and taste buds with culinary chemistry within So Imaginative, Soneva’s experimental tasting room. The sommeliers create inspired wine tastings and dinners, selecting perfect pairings from the cellar. Seating up to 20 guests in the paradise setting, offering panoramic views.
Crab Shack restaurant and bar has an upstairs deck with tiered daybeds perfectly poised to watch the sun melt into the Indian Ocean. Try the Sri Lankan mud crab curry, or the succulently sweet Alaskan and Kamchatka crabs that rotate through the week. Mediterranean dishes and seafood platters make up the rest of the menu, while the highlight of the drinks menu is a wide selection rosé wines.
Chef Nikki heads up this Japanese kitchen, serving modern style sashimi, black cod and other Japanese favourites with a contemporary twist. Enjoy a set meal while you take in a classic film at Soneva Jani's overwater silent theatre, Cinema Paradiso.
The heart of the resort, the Gathering is a three-storey overwater structure that is home to various dining outlets, as well as the spa, library, retail area, The Den and wine cellar. Also housed within The Gathering are So Imaginative, The Gathering Wine Cellar, So Fresh, So Engaging.
Start each day with an endless spread of fresh fruits, comforting classics and creative juices. The day continues with a bountiful buffet of organic garden salads and live cooking stations with the wood burning pizza oven, tandoors and grills with freshly caught and grilled-to-order seafood. The sun sets and the Chef takes the stage in the central open kitchen to create a myriad of delicious dishes
So Engaging is Soneva Jani's exclusive Chef’s Table, offering a mystery menu for five very special guests. In a private dining setting amongst the resorts many hideaways, experience a completely exclusive dining for just you and your guests.
Enjoy refreshing coolers, cocktails and tapas at any time of the day as you lounge on daybeds and overwater catamaran nets suspended the sparkling waters, just the spot to take in the magnificent sunset.
Tucked away on the secluded North Island, set in the lagoon close to the Water Villas is the perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling and time in the sun. Enjoy a delightful pop up dinner of local Maldivian delicacies on our private beach, prepared by the Chef using only what he can catch or pick.
Indulge in a variety of Soneva Jani's favourite flavours ice cream, handmade chocolates prepared by the in-house chocolatiers and gourmet charcuterie, cheese and preserves, all of which are complimentary.
An expansive beachfront suite, the Island Reserve affords a wealth of luxury while allowing for customisation depending on your requirements. Spacious indoor-outdoor living areas abound, including a steam bath, changing room, sauna, master bedroom, TV lounge, dining room, private pool, kitchen and wine cellar. The second floor is home to a further three bedrooms with bathrooms and dressing rooms.
Over-water living at its finest with uninhibited views in every direction. This huge villa features four private bedrooms, in addition to a study, gym, an outdoor shower and daybed, TV lounge, walk-in minibar and a sleeping area for the children, as well as a water slide from the top deck into the lagoon below.
Choose from the tropical sun or the cool shade with two outdoor sunken seating areas, one protected with a roof. The lower floor offers a master bedroom with retractable roof, study, bathroom, pool and catamaran net, outdoor shower and daybed, walk-in minibar and a sleeping area for the children and an en-suite guest bedroom. Venture to the second floor for one more bedroom, a bathroom, dressing room, seating area, dining sala with roof deck, water slide and lagoon vistas.
Villa 34’s unique design is inspired by the gentle, undulating curves that are found in nature. This three bedroom beachfront villa is a sprawling 1,956 sqm with not a straight line in sight and has a viewing tower crowned by a dining table, which is the highest point on the island. It has a freshwater swimming pool and children’s pool with its own water slide. There is also a children’s tree house by the pool. On the ground floor the separate Master Suite has an outdoor bathroom with a water feature. A spacious open-plan living and dining area, as well as the kitchen, chocolate room and wine vault is ideal for family gatherings.
With a pool, catamaran net, sunken seats and daybed, the Two Bedroom Water Retreat with Slide affords a wealth of tropical lounging opportunities. The first floor offers a spacious bedroom with retractable roof, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, walk-in minibar, TV lounge and childrens’ sleeping area. The second bedroom is located on the upper floor, along with an additional dressing room, bathroom, seating area, water slide, and a dining sala with roof deck.
Wake up to unending views of the sparkling lagoon. After the sun sets, retract the roof and drift off to sleep with the stars as your night lights. The first floor offers a spacious bedroom with retractable roof, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, walk-in minibar, TV lounge and childrens’ sleeping area. The second bedroom is located on the upper floor, along with an additional dressing room, bathroom, seating area, and dining sala with roof deck.
Slide into the lagoon, frolic in the pool, wash away sand and salt in the open-air bathroom. Open your bedroom to the stars at night. The 1 Bedroom Water Retreat With Slide comes with a private pool, a beautiful bedroom, a childrens’ sleeping area, study, walk-in minibar, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, and living area with sunken seats. Upstairs is a dining sala with roof deck and a curved water slide delivering you to the waters below.
Spread across two floors, the One Bedroom Water Retreat comes with its own private pool surrounded by ample area for sunbathing and taking in ocean vistas. In addition to a childrens’ sleeping area, there is also a study, walk-in minibar, bathroom, dressing room, outdoor shower, and living area with sunken seats, perfect for lounging. Head upstairs for more seating and a dining sala with roof deck. Watch the stars from the comfort of the master bedroom with the villa's retractable roof.
Inspired by a word that means ‘wisdom’ in Sanskrit, Soneva Jani is located on a collection of five islands, and a beautiful, 5.6km lagoon. Each Water Villa opens to its own stretch of sparkling lagoon and is complete with a private pool and a retractable roof to stargaze from the master bedroom, while many villas also have slides from the top deck into the water below. Explore the glimmering galaxies from the resort’s state-of-the-art observatory or spend your time indulging in a range of activities including water sports, scuba diving, wellness therapies, dolphin cruises and bicycling along the island’s many trails.
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Dive School
Spa
Gallery and Library
Diving and snorkelling centre
Overwater Observatory
The Gardens & Labyrinth
Private plane transfers
Hammocks
Restaurants
Bars
The Den
Tennis Court
Eco Centro
Cinema Paradiso
Shop
In-Villa Dining Location: on the sunken tables on the deck, in the living room and on the roof terrace dining sala
Soneva Jani, located in the Medhufaru lagoon in the Noonu Atoll, comprises five islands, the largest of which is Medhufaru, which is 150 acres in size. The resort can be reached by a scenic 45 minute seaplane flight direct from Malé International Airport, a 60 minute speedboat ride from Soneva Fushi, or by a leisurely half-day cruise from Soneva Fushi on board Soneva in Aqua. Please be advised that the seaplane only operates from 07:00 - 16:30. In order to make it to onto the last seaplane you need to arrive in Malé by 15:30. If you arrive after the last seaplane leaves for Soneva Jani, you may take a domestic flight to Soneva Fushi and stay there for the night, before being transferred to Soneva Jani the next day.
Direct 45 minute seaplane flight
Experience a night under the stars, at the first over water observatory in the Maldives. Learn about the secrets of the night sky with Soneva Jani's Astronomer. Choose to combine your astronomical experience with dinner at So Starstruck, for an overwater dining experience under the stars. Duration: As per the guest’s wishes.
Soneva offers complimentary non-motorized water sports, including kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, windsurfing, kite surfing, night paddle boarding and catamarans, as well as the chance to explore the underwater world with the ease and skill of a dolphin with a SEABOB. Duration: As per the guest’s wishes. Private tuition is available at an additional charge on an hourly basis.
Watch classic and contemporary favourites beneath the stars or take your Cinema Paradiso experience to new heights and book a private viewing, while our chefs craft you a menu of comfort food and nibbles. Refreshing cocktails, complimentary popcorn and ice creams can also be arranged.
Enjoy an out-of-this-world experience watching playful dolphins in the light of the setting sun. Cruise into deeper water while indulging in a selection of canapés and sparkling wine, making some wonderful memories along the way. Although dolphin sightings are not guaranteed, Soneva know their favourite areas to play. Duration: 1.5 hours
Learn new skills and rethink your lifestyle with a focus on wellness. Soneva's in-house therapist can help you heal and move. The Spa is complemented by the resort's fully-equipped gym and yoga pavilion, outdoor spa champas, sauna and steam rooms.
Take your desert island experience to another level, and try Sonu’s favourite – lunch on a deserted island prepared by your own personal chef. Take a dip in the crystal clear blue lagoon with Soneva's in-house snorkelling guide, while your chef prepares gourmet temptations in the most romantic of settings.