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5-star stay

Soneva Jani

Overwater villas with private pools, slides, and stargazing roofs

Best forFamilies wanting a villa with its own kids' sleeping area and poolTravellers prioritising space and privacy over a shorter transferStargazers drawn to the retractable roof and Noonu Atoll's dark skies
Noonu, Noonu
Overwater Villa
A seaplane transfer of around 45 minutes from Velana International Airport, or a domestic flight to Maafaru followed by a shorter speedboat ride.

About this stay

Staying at Soneva Jani means waking up to the serene expanse of a private lagoon, with your villa opening directly onto the water. Each overwater villa is a sanctuary, complete with a private pool and the unique feature of a retractable roof in the master bedroom, perfect for stargazing. Some villas even boast exhilarating slides that plunge directly into the lagoon. Families will appreciate the thoughtful design, with a dedicated kids' sleeping area adjoining the master bedroom. The open-air bathrooms offer a refreshing connection to nature, while the walk-in mini-bar and private wine cellar selection add a touch of luxury. The resort's location in the Noonu Atoll provides access to a vibrant house reef, ideal for diving and snorkeling adventures.

  • Overwater and island villas
  • Private pools in every villa
  • Retractable roofs for stargazing
  • Water slides into the lagoon
  • House reef access

Our take

Soneva Jani is a statement stay: overwater villas with private pools, water slides and roofs that open to the night sky, set in one of the widest lagoons in Noonu Atoll. It earns its reputation for design and for genuinely family-friendly villas. The Booking.com score of 8.5 rests on only 22 reviews, and prices sit at the extreme top of the market, so weigh the villa type carefully.

  • ✓Opt for an overwater villa with a slide for an unforgettable and fun experience.
  • ✓Take advantage of the retractable roof in your master bedroom for incredible stargazing nights.
  • ✓Explore the house reef early in the morning for the best snorkeling and diving conditions.

Why we love it

  • Overwater villas with private pools
  • Retractable roofs for stargazing
  • Water slides directly into the lagoon
  • Family-friendly design with kids' sleeping areas
Why guests love it

Soneva Jani is one of the few ultra-luxury resorts that designs villas with children in mind. Some overwater villas have water slides straight into the lagoon, every villa has its own pool, and dedicated sleeping areas for kids keep bedtimes manageable. Retractable roofs turn stargazing into an evening ritual. The resort sits on Medhufaru, inside a 5.6 km lagoon, so the house reef and calm shallows suit young snorkellers.

Guest reviews

4.3
Superb
based on 22 reviews
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4.3
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