Soneva Jani

Soneva Jani is a 5-star resort in Noonu Atoll built entirely around water-based villas, with just 54 units spanning Two, Three, Four and Five Bedroom Water Retreats. Priced from $2381, it targets travellers seeking multi-bedroom overwater layouts rather than standard single rooms, each with a private pool included.

The amenity set mirrors a wellness-and-activity focus, with a spa offering massage, a dedicated yoga room, tennis court, and restaurants on site. Water-based pursuits are well covered too, including diving, snorkeling, surfing lessons and fishing, with airport transfer arranged for arriving guests.

With a 9/10 guest rating drawn from 33 reviews, Soneva Jani stands as one of the higher-rated options among Noonu Atoll resorts for those specifically comparing large Water Retreat villas, private pools and a quieter, low-room-count island setup over higher-density resorts in the same atoll.