Soneva Gili by Six Senses

nly mermaids get closer to the water than guests staying at Soneva Gili, the Maldives’ first all-water villa resort. The thatched villas stand on stilts in the shallow waters of Lankanfushi Lagoon, linked by timber jetties to a private island where the main restaurant, pool and sports facilities are located.

The friendly staff will go out of their way to make your stay special, even ladling water over the jetty’s planks to cool them down as you walk to your villa!
All the villas have king-size beds, big open-sided bathrooms with glass-walled showers and portholes set in the bathroom floor to allow views of the stunning coloured fish. Modern comforts such as a safe, minibar and TV are artfully concealed inside wooden cabinets in order not to detract from the natural look of the villas. Each villa has a cantilevered over-water deck with comfortable loungers for sunbathing or stargazing.
Though the villas are over 20 metres apart, allowing plenty of privacy, those who seek total seclusion can opt for the Crusoe Residences. These are seven stand-alone dwellings in a separate area of the lagoon, each with its own small boat for accessing the island and other resort facilities.
The island is encircled by a coral reef, creating wonderful snorkelling and diving territory. Take advantage of the well-equipped PADI centre to explo re the numerous dive sites or get close to the marine life on a deep-sea fishing excursion. Back on dry land, activities include badminton, volleyball and tennis.
After the day’s exertions, ease weary muscles in the resort’s superb over-water Six Senses Spa with a massage or special jet-lag treatment. Then enjoy a cocktail and fresh seafood barbecue on the beach under the stars, or a private wine tasting in the gourmet cellar.

Private Reserve
Luxury and style comes with this unique two-story over-water villa. Situated away from the remaining resort, guests are privileged to ultimate privacy. Designed in natural materials the villa boasts two master suites each with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, offering panoramic views of the ocean. Ponder in the underwater coral pool to the rhythm of calming music as the resident Mr and Mrs Friday arrange the evening for you.

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