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Soneva Fushi

DESTINATION

Resorts by Seaplane, Maldives

HOTEL TYPE

Resort

LOCATION TYPE

Beachfront

WHY WE LOVE THIS HOTEL

Location: The Soneva Fushi is located on the Baa Atoll, a comparatively large atoll with wide uninhabited beaches and lush green jungle.

History: Soneva Fushi was the first eco property in the Maldives and continues to support sustainable tourism in the area.

Service: Guests are treated to five-star comforts with no carbon footprint, complemented by warm Maldivian hospitality.

DETAILED DECRIPTION

Escape to Soneva Fushi Resort, set on an isolated island of palm forests, fine beaches, and clear water. All 65 of Soneva Fushi’s eco-friendly villas look out towards the stunning waves of the Indian Ocean. Each villa is equipped with air-conditioning; televisions, DVDs, and Wi-FI on request; comfortable, spacious beds; and lounging areas. In terms of dining, Soneva Fushi offers six onsite options, among them Mihiree Mitha, which prepares fresh fruits, vegetables, and seafood – as well as sixty different varieties of homemade ice cream and sorbet; By The Beach, which serves Japanese and Korean-inspired tapas; and Down to Earth, a newly-built Mediterranean eatery. Some of the unique activities on Soneva Fushi include star-gazing at the Maldives’ only observatory; sampling a wine from a 5,000 bottle cellar; and an overwater sunset bar, where guests can watch for sea creatures such as eagle rays and dolphins as they sip on cocktails. Soneva Fushi is a thirty minute seaplane ride from Male International Airport. In April, Soneva Fushi will open eight new one- and two-bedroom overwater villas, with a choice of either sunrise or sunset views, featuring private pools, plus a curving slide that plunges into the Indian Ocean.

Why We Love This Hotel

Location: The Soneva Fushi is located on the Baa Atoll, a comparatively large atoll with wide uninhabited beaches and lush green jungle.

History: Soneva Fushi was the first eco property in the Maldives and continues to support sustainable tourism in the area.

Service: Guests are treated to five-star comforts with no carbon footprint, complemented by warm Maldivian hospitality.

DESTINATION

Resorts by Seaplane, Maldives

Hotel Type

Resort

Location Type

Beachfront

Amenities

bar/pub

boutiques

coffee shop

family room

fitness center

garden

meeting/conference facilities

private beach

safety deposit boxes

sauna

spa

water sports

Dining at Soneva Fushi encompasses healthy, sustainable foods catering to every type of palate. There’s indoor and outdoor dining, from the tree-tops to the water’s edge, using locally-grown ingredients and the best of Maldivian produce. Guests can enjoy the ultimate romantic meal on a sand bank, on a nearby island or in the privacy of their own villa.

By The Beach

Perched amid tree branches, this candlelit venue features Japanese and Korean-inspired tapas plates. Using fresh seafood fished from local waters and using ingredients from the onsite organic garden, cuisine here is light and delicious.

Bar(a)Bara

This overwater bars allows guests to drink in the scenery while they drink their cocktail - perfect for sundowners or a light tapas meal. Wine and beer are also served, and guests can choose a table or relax in one of the bar's rope hammocks, suspended over the water.

Destination Dining

For an extra special dining experience, guests can have their dinner in one of the islands secluded vantage points. Guests can create their own menu, choose a location and let the staff do the rest.

Down to Earth

This is a new addition to the Soneva Fushi's F&B outlets, serving up Mediterranean fare for lunch and dinner.

Fresh in the Garden

Modern Maldivian cuisine is served in this restaurant without walls, perched above the vegetable garden. Fresh produce is sourced from locals farmers or grown on-site, providing 100 percent carbon-neutral meals. Views over the tree canopy to the ocean are breathtaking.

Mihiree Mitha

For all-day dining on the sand, Mihiree Mitha provides casual meals and drinks in an open-air pavilion. There's a wide array of cuisines on offer here, from Tandoori to pizza, plus fruit smoothies and a selection of 60 homemade sorbets. Various breakfast cooking stations help guests start off the day well.

So Spiritual Bar

Guests can retreat to the main So Spiritual Bar for drinks or a casual game of chess. WiFi is available here as is a selection of snacks.

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