Island Snapshot
Comprehensive Score
9.6/ 10
Combined score from reef, beach, family, photo, and honeymoon dimensions.
Opened / Renovated
Opened in 2020
Transfer Time
TBD
Distance to Male
TBD
Reef
4.0
Lagoon
5.0
Beach
5.0
Family
5.0
Photography
5.0
Honeymoon
5.0
Star Rating
7 Stars
Price From
$1,260
Booking
9.7 (3)
Agoda
9.5 (48)
4.8 (326)
Tripadvisor
4.9 (1474)
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Estimation Base
Reference price only, subject to date and room type.
Transfer Fee:Adult $695 / Child $350
Green Tax:$6 pp/night
Child Policy
- Age 0-1:Free
- Age 2-11:$125/night
- Age 12+:Adult price
Price Estimator
Est. Total (Inc. Tax/Service/Transfer)
$10,736 - $13,121
Room $10,083 · Transfer $193
Services & Facilities
Quick checklist of resort services and facilities.
Featured Services
Facility Services
Resort Intro
Soneva Fushi in the Maldives lies about 25 minutes by seaplane south of Male. Originally part of Six Senses Hotels Resorts Spas, the resort was later taken over by its founding team and rebranded as an independent luxury destination. Unlike Soneva Kiri in Thailand, which emphasizes entertainment, or Soneva Jani, known for its slide-equipped villas, Soneva Fushi focuses on delivering intimate, nature-integrated retreats. Its villa layout offers a variety of room types designed to meet diverse accommodation needs, positioning the resort firmly within the high-end, low-density category.
Island Advantages ① Managed long-term by the founding team, ensuring mature and reliable operations. ② With approximately 85% vegetation coverage, the island’s ecosystem closely resembles pristine forest. ③ Recently introduced slide-equipped water villas, expanding the range of lodging options. ④ Preserves its natural character without large-scale commercial development. ⑤ Offers cross-island connectivity with Soneva Jani, enhancing itinerary flexibility.
Island Disadvantages Some guests note the resort’s style leans toward raw natural simplicity. However, as its core offering centers on customized villas priced at the premium end, it remains a high-end, high-consumption choice.
Dining
Out of the Blue
Out of the Blue
This dining area features a two-story structure with five distinct functional units. The building includes a slide facility, a signature feature of the resort that offers high visual recognition. The menu includes grilled meats, seafood, teppanyaki, sushi, and exclusive dishes from Michelin-starred restaurants. In addition, pizza, salads, and specially designed children's menus are available, primarily focusing on Chinese and Japanese cuisine. The area also houses a pizzeria, a chocolate shop, an ice cream parlor, and a cheese house.
Down to Earth
Down to Earth
The restaurant is located in the beach area and features both indoor and outdoor dining spaces, with a menu offering Southeast Asian-inspired dishes and seafood.
Flying Sauces
Flying Sauces
The restaurant is operated by chef Alberto Faccani and his team, with dishes thoughtfully designed around creative concepts. Located in a seaside area, it offers guests the opportunity to enjoy zip-lining before dining, boasts scenic ocean views, and provides excellent conditions for stargazing at night.
Fresh in the Garden
Fresh in the Garden
Perched high above the ground, this restaurant is named "Above the Tree Canopy." With an open kitchen layout, its fruits and vegetables are harvested daily from the garden on the ground floor, ensuring freshness and creating a direct connection with nature.
Mihiree Mithaa
Mihiree Mithaa
This restaurant offers a buffet service featuring fresh fruits, baked goods, salads, wood-fired pizzas, and Soneva-branded ice cream and chocolate. It includes a quiet seaside dining area equipped with high-speed WIFI, catering to diverse dining needs. Over 60 flavors of ice cream and fruit popsicles are available.
Sobah's
Sobah's
At the designated location or resort, a personalized dining service is offered with menus curated by the Executive Chef.
Wine & Cheese Room
Wine & Cheese Room
The restaurant offers a wide selection of international wines, including rare champagnes, premium reds, aged cognacs, and organic eco-friendly wines. Wine experts are available to assist with wine selection, and guests can enjoy wine-tasting sessions paired with appetizers.
By the Bar
By the Bar
This restaurant is located in a quiet area and offers cocktails, spirits, and liqueurs from the Maldives region that have received high ratings.
Chocolate and Ice Cream Rooms
Chocolate and Ice Cream Rooms
This restaurant offers round-the-clock free service, making it a convenient choice for families with children at any time. It serves a variety of foods including ham, cold cuts, cheese, chocolate, truffles, and pralines, catering to diverse taste preferences.
Room Types




Crusoe Suite with Pool
Crusoe Suite with Pool
Count
5
Area
360 sqm
Capacity
2 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room type features a double-story design and is priced the same as the Sonya Pool Villa. The second floor includes a viewing platform surrounded by dense vegetation, offering ocean views and direct access to the beach. Note: The architectural appearance of rooms 16, 17, 21, 23, and 30 has minor variations.




2 Bedroom Water Reserve with Slide
2 Bedroom Water Reserve with Slide
Count
3
Area
857 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room is situated above the lagoon, offering panoramic views of the sea from multiple angles. It features a spacious deck and pool, equipped with large hanging beds and sunken seating areas, as well as a slide facility.




Crusoe with Pool
Crusoe with Pool
Count
3
Area
145 sqm
Capacity
2 Adults, 1 Children
Private Pool
Yes
The one-bedroom pool villa is the standard accommodation option at Soniwa Resort, featuring spacious indoor and outdoor living areas. The building adopts a double-level layout with a front courtyard and a backyard garden, surrounded by lush tropical jungle.




Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
Count
8
Area
272 sqm
Capacity
2 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room type features a single-bedroom basic layout, priced the same as the Crusoe room. Its overall design boasts a distinctive style, visually resembling a wooden cabin nestled within a fairy-tale forest.




Soneva Fushi Family Villa Suite
Soneva Fushi Family Villa Suite
Count
70
Area
294 sqm
Capacity
2 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
No
This unit has a gross floor area of 294 square meters and does not include a private pool. However, it is located near a lagoon, allowing direct access to the sea for swimming. This property is the only one of its kind, with no other similar listings available.




Soneva Fushi Family Villa Suite with Pool
Soneva Fushi Family Villa Suite with Pool
Count
10
Area
360 sqm
Capacity
2 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This layout features a two-story design with a scenic viewing platform on the second floor. Amenities include a private pool, kitchen, spacious living room, master bedroom, backyard garden, and a pavilion, plus an open-air garden bathroom directly connected to the beach lagoon. Ideal for family stays and guests traveling with children.




1 Bedroom Water Reserve with slide
1 Bedroom Water Reserve with slide
Count
5
Area
585 sqm
Capacity
3 Adults, 1 Children or 2 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room type is a water villa featuring a private pool, slide, and starlit roof. Such amenities represent a high standard within similar accommodations. At Soniwa Resort, all buildings maintain a consistently high level of design and facilities.




2 Bedroom Crusoe with Pool
2 Bedroom Crusoe with Pool
Count
70
Area
394 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
Located on the second floor of the building, this unit features a scenic viewing platform. The interior layout includes a spacious living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen, as well as front and back gardens with a swimming pool. Constructed using natural wood elements, woven ropes, reclaimed wooden planks, and palm thatch materials, the building retains its original jagged and curved structural forms, embodying a low-key luxury design aesthetic.




2 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa with Pool
2 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa with Pool
Count
70
Area
395 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This layout is a two-bedroom pool villa inspired by Cruzeiro, featuring a slightly different configuration from the standard model, making it ideal for family travel—particularly suitable for guests traveling with elderly relatives or children. The architectural design includes a second-floor viewing platform, a spacious living room, two bedrooms, a kitchen, as well as front and back gardens and swimming pool facilities. The overall design incorporates natural wood with jagged edges, curved wooden elements, woven ropes, reclaimed timber planks, and palm thatch materials, creating a low-luxury living environment.




2 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
2 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
Count
70
Area
285 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This floor plan features a two-bedroom suite with a private pool, located on the second floor of the building and equipped with a scenic viewing platform. The interior layout includes a spacious living room, two bedrooms, and a kitchen, all complemented by front and back gardens and a swimming pool. The structure is crafted using natural materials such as timber with a sawtooth design, curved wooden elements, woven ropes, reclaimed wood planks, and palm thatch, reflecting a low-luxury architectural style. The two bedrooms offer ample space, while the expansive courtyard provides direct access to the beach and lagoon.




2 Bedroom Crusoe Suite with Pool
2 Bedroom Crusoe Suite with Pool
Count
6
Area
412 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 2 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This accommodation consists of six buildings, five facing the sunrise and one facing the sunset. Each building features a split-level bedroom design, enhancing privacy for guests. The units are equipped with a garden pool and two garden bathrooms, both providing direct access to the beach. Personal bicycles are also provided for convenient travel around the island.




2 Bedroom Crusoe Residence with Pool
2 Bedroom Crusoe Residence with Pool
Count
8
Area
330 sqm
Capacity
5 Adults or 4 Adults, 3 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room type is housed in standalone buildings, each featuring unique layouts and pool designs. The rooms include separate upper- and lower-level bedrooms, offering spacious tropical gardens and private pools that provide direct access to the beach and lagoon areas.




3 Bedroom Crusoe Suite with Pool
3 Bedroom Crusoe Suite with Pool
Count
3
Area
649 sqm
Capacity
7 Adults or 4 Adults, 3 Children
Private Pool
Yes
This room type includes two rooms facing the sunset and one room facing the sunrise, with preferences可 noted during booking. The property features a two-story design composed of two independent units, ensuring privacy for guests. With a gross floor area exceeding 600 square meters, it includes a large pool and garden, offering ample space ideal for small gatherings and events.




3 Bedroom Beach Retreat with Pool
3 Bedroom Beach Retreat with Pool
Count
3
Area
566 sqm
Capacity
8 Adults or 6 Adults, 3 Children
Private Pool
Yes
Room numbers include 5, 9, and 19. Each building features distinct layouts and exterior designs, so guests may specify their preferred room type when booking. With thoughtful spatial planning, the design achieves visual continuity between indoor and outdoor areas, bringing the tropical island scenery into the living space and creating a harmonious, nature-integrated living experience.




Villa One (3 Bedrooms)
Villa One (3 Bedrooms)
Count
3
Area
1420 sqm
Capacity
8 Adults or 6 Adults, 3 Children
Private Pool
Yes
The room rates for unit numbers 1, 14, and 41 are the same. Each building varies in gross floor area, spatial layout, and architectural style; specific preferences can be noted during booking. Villa 41 is adjacent to Villa 42 and can be connected, allowing them to be combined into a single accommodation unit with a total of nine bedrooms.




4 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
4 Bedroom Soneva Fushi Villa Suite with Pool
Count
70
Area
721 sqm
Capacity
10 Adults or 8 Adults, 3 Children
Private Pool
No
This bedroom villa is fully equipped with amenities, making it ideal for family trips or group stays by friends.




4 Bedroom Private Residence
4 Bedroom Private Residence
Count
70
Area
1472 sqm
Capacity
10 Adults or 8 Adults, 4 Children
Private Pool
No
Villa No. 38 features two bedrooms on the ground floor and two more on the second floor. The building includes a sauna and steam spa facilities, along with a spiral staircase and pool slide. Winding water channels are integrated in certain areas, connecting indoor and outdoor spaces to create an immersive natural-like water landscape, complete with scenic elements such as small bridges over flowing streams.




Villa 15 (4 Bedrooms)
Villa 15 (4 Bedrooms)
Count
70
Area
1557 sqm
Capacity
10 Adults or 8 Adults, 4 Children
Private Pool
No
The corridor of Villa 15 surrounds a jungle tree known as the "Tree of Life," whose shape resembles a sculpture. This villa layout features 4 luxurious bedrooms, 1 adult study, 1 children's library, and an additional nanny room.




Subfolders of Jungle Reserve (4 Bedrooms)
Subfolders of Jungle Reserve (4 Bedrooms)
Count
70
Area
1590 sqm
Capacity
10 Adults or 8 Adults, 4 Children
Private Pool
Yes
Villa No. 36 features four luxurious bedrooms, complete with spacious terraces, a large swimming pool, and garden areas. Inside, the villa offers a lounge area, a dining table for up to 10 guests, and a large sunken dining space. Additional amenities include a wine cellar, kitchen, library, spa suite, fitness room, sauna, and steam room.




5 Bedroom
5 Bedroom
Count
70
Area
1824 sqm
Capacity
13 Adults or 10 Adults, 5 Children
Private Pool
Yes
Villa No. 37 is located at the highest point on the island, featuring an observation deck that serves as a perfect spot for stargazing and dining.




Villa 42 & Villa 43
Villa 42 & Villa 43
Count
70
Area
2289 sqm
Capacity
15 Adults or 12 Adults, 6 Children
Private Pool
No
Villas No. 42 and No. 43 both feature six-bedroom layouts but differ in architectural design; Villa No. 43 faces westward, toward the sunset. Villa No. 42 can be connected to Villa No. 41, creating a combined structure capable of accommodating up to nine residential units.




9 Bedrooms
9 Bedrooms
Count
70
Area
3048 sqm
Capacity
18 Adults or 14 Adults, 9 Children
Private Pool
No
This room type is located on a secluded island and features exclusive facilities and services tailored specifically for the island, offering accommodation.
