One- and Two-Bedroom Water Retreats start at 4,424 square feet and include direct access to the lagoon via steps, a rooftop deck dining space, and a retractable roof, so that guests can sleep under the stars. There is a separate children's room available within the property in the one-bedroom villa.

Similar in style to the Water Retreats, the Water Retreat with Slides adds that extra element of playfulness, as guests can slip into the lagoon via their own private slide. These accommodations start from 4,424 square feet and are available with one, two, three, or four bedrooms (maximum eight adults and two children).

For those who prefer to be secluded in the jungle rather than over the lagoon, the 8,676-square-foot Two-Bedroom Crusoe Residence offers a private "castaway"-style location tucked amongst mangrove trees.

Starting at 5,974 square feet, the generous Water Reserves are available in configurations of one or two bedrooms in the newer Chapter 2 (south) area of the resort. These overwater villas feature retractable roofs, spacious living area, a children's sleeping area, as well as a freshwater pool.

The Water Reserve with Slide adds the signature Soneva Jani slide into the lagoon, and is available with one, two, three, or four bedrooms (maximum eight adults and two children).

Covering nearly 20,000 square feet, Chapter 2's beachfront three- and four-bedroom Island Reserve with Slide accommodations are the most spacious available at the resort, accommodating a maximum of eight adults and two children. Guests can unwind in the sauna, enjoy sundowners selected from the cellar, or dine in the viewing tower - the highest point on the island.

Visitors can marvel at the universe with a private stargazing experience at the first overwater observatory in the Maldives. A night of gazing at the sky can be paired with a dinner under the stars upon request, and, for an exclusive astronomical experience, the in-house astronomer can guide guests to a local sandbank or beach that sits further away from the lights of the resort and point out constellations above.

So Soneva, a sustainable luxury boutique, sells beautiful clothing, jewellery, handicrafts, books, homeware, and gifts that reflect Soneva's core value of sustainability, as well as island life.

The first overwater silent cinema in the Maldives provides guests with Bluetooth headphones so as to leave the surrounding nesting wildlife undisturbed while guests enjoy a movie with delicious popcorn and prosecco beneath the stars.

The fully-equipped gym and yoga pavilion ensure that guests will not fall behind on their workout regimes while in paradise.

On the top deck of The Gathering is an incredible selection of literature covering every element of the Maldives, its magnificent underwater world, and much more.

The Mini Den space is a playground where children can dress up, play with Lego, and participate in planned activities, from snorkeling, to gardening, to guided walks along nature trails - to name but a few of the resort's kid-focused experiences.

A private cruise where guests can enjoy the sunset and watch the playful dolphins all while indulging in a selection of canapes, champagne, and mocktails.

The overwater Soneva Spa, sitting above a stunning five-kilometer lagoon, is staffed by experts happy to offer advice to assist guests to heal, move, and simply "be." There is a diverse range of treatments available here, as well as sauna and steam rooms.

The extensive gardens of the former farm upon which the Soneva Jani was built remain on the island and still supply the fruits, vegetables, herbs, and mushrooms to the resort’s kitchens. The Labyrinth is a maze created out of ficus hedge that follows an ancient circular pattern and is almost meditative to get lost in.

The resort has facilities and equipment for a whole range of non-motorized watersport experiences, such as snorkeling through the Medhufaru lagoon reef as guided by our resident marine biologist, diving excursions with the center’s multi-lingual PADI instructors, kayaking, stand-up paddleboards, surfing, windsurfing, and kite-surfing.

Voted by CNN as the world's most romantic restaurant, Crab Shack's specialty is the named-for crustacean, prepared using recipes sourced from all over the world and paired with a fine selection of wines and cocktails. The sunset view from the upstairs bar is simply spectacular.

Showings at Soneva's overwater and open-air Cinema Paradiso can now be enjoyed with a meal, as this eight-table modern Japanese restaurant has both set menu and a la carte options for film-lovers.

This laidback dining space serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in a casual setting with cooking stations. Healthy concoctions can be whizzed up at the Juice Bar, organic garden salads make use of the resort's own fresh produce, while wood-burning pizza ovens, tandoors, and grills prepare catch of the day just how you like it. In the evenings, relax with a sunset aperitivo.

Acclaimed Swedish chef Mathias Dahlgren serves dishes with a focus on organic produce and seafood at Overseas. Pescatarian, vegetarian, and plant-based menus are available for lunch and dinner.

The cold room is where you'll find a selection of ice cream flavors, handmade gourmet chocolates, as well as charcuterie, cheeses, and preserves - all complimentary.

So Imaginative is a journey for the taste buds as well as the mind, as diners sample experimental dishes, learn about culinary chemistry, and partake in inspired wine tasting sessions and creative dinner menus.

What is more primal than to gather round the fire pit to cook and eat? This is the concept behind So Primitive - a dining venue with a focus on roasting, grilling, searing, clay pots, salt-crusted baking, and any other cooking technique you can think of that takes place over an open flame.

Guests can take the phrase "dining under the stars" to the next level at So Starstruck, as this petite four-table venue is The Observatory's dining space. Curated menus are served next to the observatory's telescope, so diners can stargaze between courses.

Raw food chef Diana Von Cranach elevates health-conscious and plant-based cuisine at So Wild, showcasing innovative and unique dishes with roots in traditional Southeast Asian and Indian Spice Island cuisines. Expect to be both surprised and educated by the unusual choice of ingredients, herbs, and botanics.

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, The Gathering is a three-storey overwater structure comprised of various facilities and dining venues, including So Imaginative, The Gathering Wine Cellar, Down to Earth, So Engaging, The Gathering Bar, and So Cool.