Soneva Fushi Resort & Six Senses Spa
Soneva Fushi
Hotel
The Soneva Fushi Resort & Six Senses Spa is no conventional hotel. The distinguished guest’s privacy as well as the impeccable service are highly regarded values. The guest’s wellbeing is at the centre of attention at all times.
The most dominant characteristic of the exquisite Soneva Fushi is its gracious design that blends most harmoniously with the pristine nature. It has a certain rustic charm without sacrificing any of the fine comforts.
Situated approximately 30 minutes north of read more » Male in the Baa Atoll, Kunfunadhoo is one of the Maldives largest islands, measuring 1400 by 400 metres.
Having arrived on Kunfunadhoo, the guests immediately fall for the island’s magical flair. Winding pathways navigate the lush, tropical vegetation and lead you past the tennis courts and the superb spa before coming to an end at your bungalow.
Many guests use bicycles, a basket containing the beach utensils, to move about the island. It is a wonderful way of getting about. The charming island is also the perfect destination for those who enjoy strolling the beach, for joggers and, of course, for those who relish those quite moments on a lonely tropical beach.
Parts of the island still feature the original vegetation like the ever-present palm trees. Kunfunadhoo sports a breathtaking landscape that seems to have been copied straight from the travel agent’s shop window poster.
The Sonvea Fushi Resort features two first-class restaurants that truly deserve their brilliant reputation. The breakfast is the morning’s highlight: A large buffet sports a stunning variety of delicacies and fresh fruit.
Your stay at the Soneva Fushi should definitely include a Tuesday. Ever Tuesday, the Soneva’s guest and the management gather on sandbank some 300 metres from Kunfunadhoo to enjoy refreshing drinks and Sushi while admiring the awe-inspiring sunset.
At the Soneva Fushi, the distinguished guests are accommodated in a variety of different villas that have all been most luxuriously furnished. A brand-new option is the Jungle Reserve: The Reserve is a collection of villas that have been entirely built from selected wood. The units are set amidst the tropical nature and partly rest on stilts.
However, no matter which of the countless accommodation categories you ultimately give your preference, the Soneva Fushi Resort will certainly fulfil and exceed your expectations!
Living
The Soneva Fushi Resort & Spa’s 65 spacious bungalows were built with natural materials only. Thanks to this architectural technique, the units are in harmony with the surrounding, pristine nature.
Every read more » unit features direct access to the beach and has been set at a maximum distance of 25 metres from the same. All that separates you from the white sand beach is your own small terrace and the garden’s lush palm trees and tropical bushes. On the beach, deckchairs and sunloungers are at your disposal.
Entertainment is provided by the state-of-the-art electronic equipment. A TV, movies and CDs are available. To move about the island, bicycles are supplied as a courtesy.
The Rehendi Rooms are generous 48 square metres large and are accommodated in a bungalow with two or three units. Parts of the luxurious facilities are the romantic open-air bathroom, a hairdryer, soft bathrobes and a mini bar. A safe, telephone, ceiling ventilator and a modern air-conditioning system complete the amenities.
The Deluxe Crusoe Villas are considerably larger, featuring 70m², and occupy a private, two-story bungalow. The ground floor accommodates the elegant living room as well as the semi-open bathroom and an open-air shower on a balcony. The bedroom and a separate toilet are located on the upstairs gallery.
As the name suggests, the Deluxe Crusoe Pool Villas additionally offer the privilege of a private pool. The Soneva Fushi Villa, 80 square metres large, features facilities similar to those of the Crusoe units but both the living and bedroom are located on the ground floor.
Again, the Soneva Fushi Villa is available with a private pool. The units are aptly called the Soneva Fushi Pool Villas. Throwing the perfect location into the deal, the Deluxe Soneva Fushi Villas are situated on the sunrise or sunset side of the island.
Those who are looking for some special flair might want to consider the Jungle Reserve’s suites. Designed in the style of a tree house or a jungle camp, the suites do not only sport a unique atmosphere but also fine comforts that do not need to fear comparison with the main complex’s accommodation units.
Small wooden bridges connect the unit’s rooms to each other. Adjacent to the ground floor rooms, a private swimming pool promises refreshing bathing delights.
Of course, the beach is just an arm’s length away. It is directly next to the delightful swimming pool. Additional facilities of the Jungle Reserve are the open-air Spa treatment rooms as well as the private library.
Activities
The Soneva Fushi Resort & Six Senses Spa is a natural paradise for those who enjoy water sports. The breathtakingly beautiful lagoon is simply perfect for swimming, diving and snorkelling.
The vibrantly read more » colourful underwater life is a world of wonder. Dives at Soneva are a memorable experience. It is not only the underwater beauty that makes the experience so special but also the fantastic service.
All diving groups are limited to a maximum of four divers plus the dive master. Special requests and wishes concerning the dive sites are most welcome. The Soneva Fushi wants you to get the most out of the excursions.
The size of the island is just perfect for running. The full circuit takes approximately 60 minutes. The beach runs the entire length of the island, even if, in places, it drops down to the lagoon a little steeper than in other spots.
Talking about the beach: Soneva and Kunfunadhoo still sport the original tropical vegetation with wildly romantic beach stretches lined by pristine vegetation and palm trees. If the charm of deserted islands appeals to you, visit one of the Robinson Crusoe Islands and indulge in a romantic picnic on a lonely beach.
Two first-class restaurants treat the guests to international and Asian cuisine. The restaurant’s semi-open design allows you to dine amidst the environment’s natural splendour. Two bars serve refreshing drinks and the wine cellar hosts wine tasting events.
The Soneva Fushi’s facilities furthermore include a well-stocked library, a boutique shop and a souvenir store as well as a state-of-the-art gym to counterbalance the restaurant’s sumptuous meals.
The Soneva would not be what it is without the famous Six Senses Spa, which has contributed greatly to the Soneva’s brilliant reputation. The celebrated Six Senses Spas offer treatments and therapies on a world-class level.
The therapists are highly experienced and well trained in all of the sophisticated treatments. Choose among a large variety of massages, most accompanied by natural beauty and body care products. Afterwards, relax in the sauna or the steam bath.
Needless to say that the Soneva Fushi also offers a range of sports activities. Accept the challenge of a tennis or volleyball match or set sails and point the bow of your sailing yacht towards the Indian Ocean’s hazy blue horizon.
Those who enjoy the adrenaline rush of skimming the waves can surf or windsurf in the spectacular setting. Soneva Fushi is a place of serene tranquillity. For this reason, motorised water sports are not generally requested.
The Soneva Fushi Resort and the Six Senses Spa … a fantastic destination for those who seek supreme relaxation combined with a luxurious, yet easygoing, ambience. The Soneva Fushi is one of the Maldives’ typical Barefoot Islands.
Almost the entire island is perfectly suitable for walking barefoot and it is quite common to stroll into the bar without shoes. What a life! Crushing the warm sand between your toes, a salty breeze ruffling your hair, eyes resting on the distant horizon and a cocktail in hand … what more can you wish for?
