Soneva Gili is a tiny coral island in a sparkling lagoon with jetties threading across the water out to spacious villas. Soneva Gille is only a 20 minute boat ride from Male, the capital of the Maldives. The accommodation on the island continues the Soneva philosophy of intelligent luxury with custom made furnishings and open air bathrooms. This island is a paradise for those seeking idyllic tranquility and barefoot luxury.

Complimentary leisure activities include : swimming pool, tennis, table tennis, boules, jogging, volleyball, badminton, video and cd library. Water activities inc a fully equiped diving school with trained professionals, sis sense spa, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, speedboats, water sports centre, windsurfing and hobicat sailing. Dining facilities include a gourmet restaurant, there is villa dining, the over water bar and also pool service.

Soneva Gili offers 7 different accommodation types including the exclusive Water villa suites and residences, the Soneva Gili Villa Suites and Soneva Gili Residences, and the stunning Soneva Gili Crusoe Residences. Here, there is something for everyone! The fourty four stilted water villas are crafted in a traditional style from natural materials and offer rooftop and over-water sundecks. They feature open air bathrooms, sumptuous daybeds and state of the art personal entertainment systems. The Soneva Gili Villa Suites and Residences are located along the jetties stretching out from the island with plenty of space between them. They boast cantilevered sun decks and luxurious cool wooden floors. The bathrooms even have their own private water gardens. The seven Crusoe Residences are accessible only by a persoanl boat providing ultimate privacy. Guest services include : Laundry and Valet service, fax facility, internet access, airport representative, baby sitting service, two shops, speed boats, meeting room and day use room.