Located on the island of Medhufaru in a 5.6 km lagoon in the Noonu Atoll, Soneva Jani features both overwater and island villas.
Each water villa opens to its very own stretch of lagoon and is complete with a private pool and a retractable roof to stargaze from the master bedroom. Some of the villas have slides from the top floor directly into the lagoon below. All villas are equipped with a spacious master bedroom with an adjoining kids sleeping area. All villas have an open-air bathroom with bathtub, shower and lagoon access. They also have a walk-in mini-bar with espresso machine and private wine cellar selection. An outdoor deck and seating area with sun loungers and direct access to the lagoon are also available.
Soneva Jani offers a range of facilities and experiences across the island, including a variety of dining outlets, an Observatory, a Spa, a gift shop, and a water sports and dive centre. Guests can also enjoy an overwater silent cinema, tennis court, labyrinth gardens, and a Children’s Den on the main island. The resort offers an array of dining options and cuisines, alongside complimentary cheese, chocolate, and ice-cream rooms available to all guests.
Soneva Jani offers a number of dining options and cuisines, as well as the complimentary cheese room, chocolate room and ice-cream room for all guests.
The property is a 40-minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport and 1-hour by speedboat from Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani's sister resort.
Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
Tripplo’s analysis · Updated 10 October 2026 · How we review hotels
Soneva Jani is geared towards families and couples who want theatrical villa features as much as the setting itself: retractable roofs open for stargazing, and many villas have private water slides straight into the 3.5-mile lagoon. Rooms come with a walk-in mini-bar including an espresso machine, and family villas add dedicated kids' sleeping areas. Some facilities sit on separate islands, meaning guests island-hop to reach them, transfers are by seaplane, and the overall experience is priced at a premium.
Guests score it 8.4 out of 10 — the average across the 9 hotels we list on Northern Atolls is 9.1.
What Guests Loved
- The master bedroom's retractable roof allows guests to lie in bed and view the night sky, a rare architectural feature that turns stargazing into a private, unhurried ritual rather than a separate activity.
- Select overwater villas include a slide running from the upper deck straight into the lagoon, offering a direct and playful way to enter the water at any hour.
Things to Consider
- Reaching Medhufaru island typically involves a seaplane or speedboat transfer from Malé, adding travel time and cost that guests should factor into their itinerary.
- The scale of villas, private pools, and in-room amenities places this property at the higher end of the market, which may not suit budget-conscious travelers.
Prices at Soneva Jani
When we last checked (13 October 2026), a 2-night stay for two adults cost from €5,613 in total (€2,807 per night).
Across our last 15 daily price checks, the nightly rate has ranged from €2,751 to €3,015.
Prices sampled daily by Tripplo for a two-adult stay about a month ahead, in EUR. Your dates may differ — use the price check to see live availability.
Frequently asked questions
How do guests rate Soneva Jani?
On Booking.com it scores 8.4/10 from 20 guest reviews.
How many stars does Soneva Jani have?
Soneva Jani is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Soneva Jani offer?
Soneva Jani offers 2 swimming pools, airport shuttle, non-smoking rooms, spa and wellness center, fitness center and room service.
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Medhufaru Island, 20001 Dhigurah, Maldives