The affection for environment is what promoted Sono and Eva Shifdasani to share their authentic life style.

This passion gives birth to Soneva, a global leader in the field of ultra-luxury sustainable fancy resorts where the philosophy of barefooted and sustainable living forms a part of the ecosystem. This was incorporated in 1995, having as subsidiaries Soneva Fushi and Soneva Jani in the Maldives and Soneva Kiri in Thailand.

The Maldives is considered the perfect hideaway to enjoy the best luxury vacations and to make memorable time in a setting full of luxury and fun. Visitors can have times of relaxation, comfort and luxury while enjoying the charming white beaches, the crystal-clear turquoise water and the calm breathtaking nature hidden amidst the Indian Ocean, which cannot be found elsewhere in addition to making unforgettable memories and creating unique experience.

Featuring its spacious luxury villas, Soneva Fushi Resort is located in a place hidden among dense foliage inside Baa Atoll island, one of the biggest islands in the Maldives and one of the UNESCO Indian Ocean Reserves.

The Resort is about 30-minute seaplane flight from Male International Airport which flies over a spectacular spectrum of sea colors and ring-shaped coral reefs known as "Faroe". Where guests who want to explore the magnificent treasures in and outside Baa Atoll island can enjoy diving and the charming sunrise.

Soneva Fushi, the award-winning resort which really identifies the essence of luxury and simplicity, is classified as one of the best luxury resorts in the Maldives and Asia and one of the best family hotels in the world.

The 71 private villas are constructed on the island nestled in lush green forests and above the sparkling crystal water. All villas feature the spacious indoor and outdoor spaces and breathtaking views of the ocean and the tropical forest. Most of which have their own swimming pools in addition to being just steps from the beach.

The Soneva Fushi villas offer the 24/7 special barefooted personal assistant who shall take care of the guests' needs. The Resort adopts also the No News No shoes policy to enjoy unparalleled luxury and comfort in a sustainable ecosystem nestled in the green forest, pristine beaches and crystal water.

Each of the resort villas has its own beach with special and direct access to the beach which gives the guests the highest levels of privacy. The villas are available in different designs and sizes all made of wood with special bathrooms inside a big private garden with an outdoor shower and separate bathtubs.

In addition to the beautiful villas, Soneva Fushi Resort features lagoons, swimming pools, international restaurants, Soneva Spa, a branch of Solini Diving School, astronomical observatory and Cinema Paradiso.

The Soneva Fushi's large family villas have private places for seating, dining and drinking, a kitchen and an area designated for recreation, children sleeping suits, with water slides, sauna and a gym.

Moreover, the one - and two- bedroom villas in Soneva Fushi are considered the largest overwater villas in the world and they are equipped with many diverse and integrated facilities with a bathroom, outdoor recreation area and a special corner for beverages inside the villa.

From the master bedroom you can enjoy the stargazing. Just a tap of a button, and the retractable ceiling will slide back so you can enjoy the sparkling night sky.

The food journey at Soneva Fushi

The guests will be treated to distinctive and unforgettable indoor and outdoor culinary experiences in Soneva Fushi which have international food destinations where you can enjoy the most delicious dishes served by ever-changing line-up of international Michelin-starred chefs who offer custom menus or Maldivian dishes using fresh seafood.

In addition to a special room to taste the most delicious chocolate, ice cream parlor with 60 different flavors, with cheese and cold meats for free and in unlimited quantities.

In Soneva the young guests are just as important as the older guests:

With its design as fantasy center for the children, the kids club welcomes kids from the age of four to teenagers to have fun time throughout the day. The club features facilities for inspiring and fun activities, games and team dedicated to look after, teach and entertain the kids, through a swimming pool for the children and a music room to play guitar or drums. And the kids are given the freedom to develop their creativity in Lego room, with an area for dressing up or they may relax in a cinema showing classic family movies.

In Soneva Fushi you can practice your favorite sport in the water activities and sports club, and you can take private lessons in swimming and diving, watch the dolphins trained by professional trainers playing while sun goes down, learn the glassblowing art, or surf the isolated waves, often secret, around the nearby atolls with the 100% sustainable Soneva Surf Program.

It has also Cinema Paradise, the first outdoor cinema in the Maldives where you watch your favorite movies under the starry sky twice a week, while eating popcorn and having cold drinks in a unique and unforgettable experience.

The room amenities at Soneva Fushi feature the following

• Air conditioners
• Flat screen TVs
• Private bathroom with bathtub and bathroom amenities
• Mini bar
• Internal safe
• 24 hours room service
• Cleaning service
• Dry cleaning service
• Fire alarm system
• Hair dryer
• Heater
• Air conditioner
• High-speed internet
• Safe
• Couches for seating and relaxation
• Garden furniture
• Office
• Iron/ ironing board
• Kettle and tea and coffee maker
• Laundry services
• Mini bar
• Fridge

Hotel features

• Multilingual staff
• Currency exchange
• ATM Machine
• Tour office
• Sports club
• Transportation service
• Stores
• Bikes rental
• Daily newspaper service
• Doctor-on-call
• Designated smoking areas
• 24-hours reception office
• Dry cleaning/ laundry service