Soneva Fushi

First let me say it was a relatively late call to visit Soneva Fushi on our last trip to Maldives. I had booked the last 5 days in a resort in the Male atolls for easy access to the airport when departing. However being during Easter everything was extremely expensive and I could not justify the value for the resort I had booked so changed to SF. Thank you Di from Addicted to Maldives for always taking care of my multiple changes and wobbles with a smile. I hestited about writing yet another review of SF as I was not sure I could add anything from my previous stays. However when I was perusing their website preparing for my next visit I realised that what is special about SF is the ethos and soul. What Eva and Sonu has created is an island/resort with and amazing heart. How many places do you know that banned plastic straws last century - or help the local island handle rubbish, water and teach children how to swim. How many business have staff that have been there since inception. I could go on. These things are really important to me but maybe not to everyone. Yes the island has an amazing jungle, exceptional food, genuine caring staff, great beach, reef and rooms but its is more than the sum of these things that make Soneva special. Yet its not for everyone. It is pretty low tech and totally not flashy. Yet everything is well maintained .You will look out of place if you dress up. We generally prefer smaller resorts with less families but these things have never bothered us at SF. The only thing I dislike about Fushi is the prices !!!. Being obsessed is not good for my bank balance

This was our third visit to Soneva Fushi in as many years — and each time, we’ve made the journey all the way from Canada. Not just for a luxury escape, but because Soneva has always stood for something more: barefoot intelligent luxury rooted in mindfulness, nature, and meaningful human connection. At its best, Soneva delivers a feeling that’s hard to replicate — that rare blend of relaxation, discovery, and deep care. February is the perfect time to visit the Maldives, and once again, the weather and natural setting were spectacular. The food has reached new heights, and Chef Akira’s omakase experience remains one of the best anywhere in the world. Despite the resort being fully booked, many team members continued to uphold Soneva’s ethos. Ravi, Ali, Manjit, and GM Gerhard followed up thoughtfully after our stay, and we’re grateful for their professionalism and care. The Den team also deserves special recognition. Our two-year-old daughter absolutely lit up every time she went, and On, who served as her babysitter throughout the stay, quickly became an extension of our family. Her warmth, attentiveness, and joyful presence made a lasting impact. The room cleaning staff were equally lovely — their gentle interactions with our daughter showed a level of care and authenticity that stayed with us. The included two hours of evening babysitting as part of Soneva’s family offering is a thoughtful touch that makes a big difference for parents looking to unwind. However, there were elements of this stay that didn’t reflect the Soneva standard. The role of the barefoot guardian is central to the guest experience — a bridge between guests and the soul of the island. Unfortunately, our experience with Miqdad was far below expectations. Key pre-arrival requests (villa location, gym equipment, Den proximity) were missed, and in-the-moment communication was inconsistent and at times confusing. When issues arose — including an in-room pest concern — responses felt surface-level, without a sense of urgency or accountability. We’ve come to associate Soneva with deep listening and proactive care, and this time, those qualities were missing. By contrast, we’ve had exceptional past experiences with Saeed, who was away during this stay but has always exemplified what a barefoot guardian should be: intuitive, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in guest happiness. We highly recommend requesting him whenever possible. A small word of advice for new guests: the sunset side of the island does have some villas facing the nearby local island, which can compromise the feeling of seclusion that many seek in the Maldives. For us, this affected the castaway-style immersion that Soneva is so well known for. A sunrise-facing villa provides the untouched, expansive views that define the Soneva Fushi dream. Even with some inconsistencies, we continue to hold Soneva close to our hearts. This island has given us some of our most cherished family memories — and we’re returning again next February, this time with my wife’s family, in hopes of rekindling the wonder, warmth, and effortless luxury that brought us here in the first place. When the full Soneva philosophy is present — the magic, the mindfulness, the meticulous care — there’s simply nowhere else like it.

We spent two magical nights at Soneva Fushi before heading to Soneva Jani, and it completely stole our hearts. Even though it’s one of the larger islands in the Maldives, it somehow feels so cozy and peaceful. There's something really special about the atmosphere there. We stayed one night in a beach villa and one in a overwater villa, and both were absolutely incredible in their own ways. The restaurants were amazing. We especially loved Out of the Blue, such an impressive design for a restaurant, and the food was delicious. One of the highlights was dinner at Fresh in the Garden, a magical spot surrounded by greenery, and we ended the evening at the Observatory, stargazing through a telescope with the resort’s own astronomer. Looking at planets while hearing stories about the universe was such a cool, unexpected experience. We also tried the zipline, which was way more fun than we expected. And honestly, what made our time at Soneva Fushi even more special was our host, Regina. She was absolutely incredible! The most thoughtful, attentive, and effortlessly kind person. I’ve never experienced that level of care and attention at a hotel before. Regina, you're a star! Soneva Fushi will always have a very special place in our memories.

No news no shoes - ultra luxury getaway in the Maldives . The prefect stay option for couples and family with kids as well . World famous hospitality and sustainable resort. Great location and food as well. Just a perfect stay option for any occasion

So if there was one place in the world that I would rather be, it will forever be Soneva Fushi. From the charming, gentle and thoughtful staff, to the beautiful, authentic villas and lush surroundings, there is nowhere quite like it . The airport lounge gives a glimpse into what pleasures lie ahead, lovely nibbles, massage and compression leggings to ease the symptoms of a long flight. Our lovely barefoot guardian, Adonia, was super fantastic! We never felt awkward requesting anything ( which we have felt previously in other places) and she thought of everything before we even knew that was what we wanted! Truly, she made our time here amazing. The food here is sublime, great quality and created with great skill and thought. We loved the evenings where all the chefs had a cooking station and you could wander around, just picking what you fancy. Great for experimenting new flavours! We had a family Villa for 4 adults on the sunset side, so much space and we loved it…although the new Crusoe 2 beds tour left us breathless…. Next time! We really don’t mind the view of the local island, ( nor did the dolphins that pass by in the channel between!) but I can appreciate some won’t want that. The beautiful beach more than compensates, and we enjoyed the views of Out of the Blue and out of the Sea in the distance. Shout out to all the beautiful restaurants staff, I’m so bad with names, but they were all, without exception, outstanding! They remembered our names, what we liked etc, the spa staff, Josiah the Chinese doctor is highly recommended. I have a thing about lovely loos… and Fushi has beautiful toilets, all with a view!!! Check out was flawless and easy.. so sad to leave, but the consulation was a 2 night trip on Soneva in Aqua on the way to Jani…buts that’s another review for another day! To sum up, Soneva Fushi..you have our hearts! Check in and out was seamless, very sad to l Shout to Adonia,