1/11 - Beach Hideaway Soneva Secret Maldives
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4/11 - Castaway Villa Soneva Secret Maldives
5/11 - Island Soneva Secret Maldives
6/11 - Castaway Villa
7/11 - Overwater Hideaway
8/11 - Beach Hideaway
9/11 - Crusoe Villa
10/11 - Beach Reserve
11/11 - Crusoe Reserve
Why you'll love it here
- Enjoy a peaceful stay in one of 14 villas at Haa Dhaalu Atoll’s first resort
- Book as a big group or family for exclusive access to the entire island
- Sit back and relax with the help of your three personal assistants
- Experience the Castaway Villa anywhere around the lagoon
Best For
- Honeymoon, Family,
Peter
Travel Specialist
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Opening on January 10, 2024, Soneva Secret invites you to explore its beautiful barefoot paradise.
An ultimate getaway destination thirty years in the making, the resort provides exceptional service alongside sumptuous food and high-end amenities. Soneva staples include the complimentary chocolate, ice cream, cheese and charcuterie parlours – plus the zipline to the observatory tower.
Perfect for a honeymoon, there are many magical experiences from dining under the stars to swimming with manta rays or snorkelling with turtles. Whether you want to go for an intimate picnic on the private sandbank or dine on a floating kitchen out at sea, you’ll create everlasting memories. Additionally, each villa has a team consisting of a Barefoot Guardian, Barefoot Assistant and dedicated chef who’ll personalise your relaxing stay, exceeding every expectation from start to finish.
Also ideal for a family escape, the 14 overwater and island villas can be booked entirely exclusively. Children will love the one-of-a-kind activities at The Den while the rest of the family can delve into the resort’s picturesque natural setting. From stargazing to yachting, the island is your playground.
Discovery Dining completes your stay, presenting a personalised experience that features incredible flavours and culinary delights – including elevated wine pairings and limited-edition menus.
Soneva Secret is the only resort in the Haa Dhaalu Atoll, found on the remote island of Dhipparufushi at the westernmost tip of the Maldives. The resort can be reached via a scenic 75-minute seaplane flight from Velana International Airport in Malé.
Room Options
Comprising 14 overwater and island villas, Soneva Secret is designed to offer the ultimate in Soneva hospitality. Each villa features a dedicated team of three, including a Barefoot Guardian, Barefoot Assistant and dedicated chef, to ensure your stay is fully tailor-made to your specific preferences.
Castaway Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Overwater Hideaway
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Beach Hideaway
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Crusoe Villa
Sleeps: 2 Adults , 2 Children
Beach Reserve
Sleeps: 4 Adults , 4 Children
Crusoe Reserve
Sleeps: 4 Adults , 4 Children
Facilities/Amenities
Seriously Special
From the retractable roofs leading to stargazing from your very own master bedroom to the various array of magical dining experiences, any stay at Soneva Secret is seriously special. Whether you want to snorkel with turtles or enjoy a soothing spa treatment, your visit will be simply unforgettable.
Small & Personal
With your Barefoot Guardians, Barefoot Assistants and dedicated chefs on hand, your experience of Soneva Secret will be small and personal. Not only that, but you can book the entire island as a big group or family for exclusive access to everything on offer – the perfect tailor-made getaway.
Unique/Different
For something brand-new and unique, the resort features the Maldives’ first-ever floating villa. Accessible only by sea, the Castaway Villa offers the ultimate in overwater living. Additionally, there are rare experiences and exceptional culinary journeys for you to discover during your escape.
Activities & Entertainment
The resort is home to an array of magical, tailor-made experiences. You can head out on the Indian Ocean for a unique dining experience under the stars or snorkel with the majestic manta rays and turtles around the island’s various bays. Fancy lunch on a deserted island, prepared by your own personal chef? Then you can dip your toes into the crystal-clear sea while your chef cooks a magnificent gourmet feast. On top of this, you can spot dolphins on a stunning sunset cruise, dine on a floating kitchen at sea or enjoy an authentic picnic on the resort’s private sandbank.
Discover the island’s Dive Centre, where in-house PADI instructors invite you to explore the spectacular dive sites leading to the awe-inspiring wonders of the ocean. Out of This World’s observatory offers breathtaking views of magnificent galaxies while The Den provides unforgettable family experiences and one-of-a-kind children’s activities. Used and discarded materials are transformed into recycled treasures at Soneva’s dedicated ‘Waste-to-Wealth’ centre, and the organic garden – which supplies fresh fruits and vegetables – is a wonderful sight to behold.
Soneva Secret travel information
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Time zone:+5 GMT
Currency:Rufiyaa, US dollar
Tipping guideline:A 10% service tax is added to most restaurant bills
Electricity and plugs:D/G - 230v, 50Hz
Mobile phone coverage:Good
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