Newly opened, the Soneva Jani Residences Resort is designed to impress over and over again with rather large ‘rooms' that are more homes than anything else. A stay at this resort emphasizes fun and adventure and is extremely kid friendly, making it a great option for those traveling with young ones in tow. All in all, guests will find 24 unique overwater suites to choose from, each styled and designed differently from the next.

Guests will also find a plethora of dining options, adventure activities both within the resort and close by as well as a few great resort features that allow you to wind down after a day of fun.

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Overwater villas and suites

All together, there are 4 different overwater rooms to select from, with 3 different styles- a 1 bedroom, a 2 bedroom and a 3 bedroom suite. However different each of these categories may be in space, they all feature the same wide variety of amenities. These amenities range from air conditioning in the bedrooms, water views, a private butler, an adjoining kids sleeping area for added privacy, a walk-in mini bar, a dining area alongside a seating area and a retractable roof in the master bedroom that allows for easy stargazing at night.

 

Though the in-room amenities are impressive in their own right, that’s not where they end. In fact, guests will find even more enjoyable and surprising amenities on their very own private deck which also happens to feature a slide, a nicely sized private pool, sun loungers and an outdoor dining area with uninhibited ocean views.


Resort features and amenities

When it’s time to venture outside of your rooms, you’ll be treated to a selection of dining options from restaurants to a cafe to a few bars, each offering something different, making for a handsome variety of meal options. There’s even a juice bar on-site, allowing you a choice of healthy juices to enjoy as you cool off after a swim in the ocean.

 

In addition to the dining options available, guests will also find an outdoor pool, select water sport activities to join in on, a tennis court, gardens to explore, an overwater silent cinema, an eco-center that’s great for learning and a kid’s group. An on-site spa is also a great option for a relaxing morning in with a selection of massages and treatments. For those who are wishing to bring back a few gifts for loved ones and friends, or maybe even just themselves, the resort’s gift shop in the clubhouse offers some great pieces to choose from.


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  1. We have a group that is looking for a resort with scuba diving for the end of July. It would be several couples and some teenagers. Are there any resorts where the diving is included?
    Thank you
    Sam

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    1. Sam,

      I’m not aware of any Maldives resorts where scuba diving is included or even heavily discounted. The good news is that almost every island offers diving and most offer instruction. So your best bet is to find a resort that you like at a reasonable price, and the diving package will probably also be reasonably affordable. Best of luck with this. -Roger

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    1. Kelly,

      I’m glad this site has been helpful. Our list of scuba diving resorts will cover snorkeling as well. For the most part, snorkeling below water villas in the Maldives isn’t very exciting because there aren’t large reefs inside the lagoons where the resorts are located. In general the resorts all offer boat rides to nearby reefs, and many of those boats to go the same places. Most resorts seem to offer at least one if not two snorkeling boats per day, and they are usually included in your room price. There are probably some exceptions though. And of course the larger resorts are more likely to have more boats and departures than small resorts. So my advice would be to choose a resort based on everything else and then check to see if they offer snorkeling trips. If so then check the TripAdvisor reviews by searching for "snorkeling" and you’ll get the reviews that mention it. -Roger

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  4. Hello
    We are looking for an OWB that has a pool for May. Would you have a recommendation for which would be best? We have heard you want to be in the Northwest in May to avoid bad weather

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    1. Lori,

      After having read literally thousands of Maldives resort reviews, I see very few that ever mention any weather disappointments. Still, the weather in the north might be less volatile during the summer season, and you can get a great deal at some of the resorts up there.

      Specifically, have a look at the Beach House at Iruveli Maldives, which is a 5-star resort that is as far north as you can go in the archipelago. In May they are offering their huge water villas (110 square meters) for only around US$550 including all taxes, and each has a plunge pool out on the terrace.

      If that one doesn’t work for you, let me know and I can probably find one or two others, but this is the best one that comes to mind. -Roger

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