Where the horizon whispers secrets only the ocean knows.
In the Maldives' most remote atoll, discover a sanctuary where barefoot luxury meets absolute privacy, thirty years of visionary hospitality distilled into an intimate collection of fourteen extraordinary villas.
Soneva Secret unveils a new pinnacle of personalized luxury in the westernmost reaches of the Maldives.
Set upon a pristine island in the untouched Makunudhoo Atoll, this intimate resort represents the culmination of three decades of barefoot luxury expertise.
With only fourteen beach and overwater villas, including pioneering Crusoe Retreats accessible solely by boat, each residence becomes a self-contained paradise staffed by dedicated Barefoot Guardians, personal chefs, and wellness therapists.
Here, no other island interrupts the infinite blue horizon, creating an unparalleled sense of castaway tranquility where every moment unfolds according to your rhythm alone.
Soneva Secret emerges as the crowning achievement of visionary hospitality pioneers Sonu and Eva Shivdasani.
This is barefoot luxury elevated to its most refined expression, where architectural poetry meets oceanographic wonder, where ancient wellness wisdom converges with contemporary innovation.
Each villa exists as a floating world unto itself, with retractable roofs revealing star-scattered skies, waterslides plunging into crystalline lagoons, and infinity pools that dissolve into endless ocean.
The architecture honors nature's supremacy, villas embrace centuries-old trees rather than displacing them, driftwood-clad interiors echo the island's organic beauty, and open-air sanctuaries invite the elements to become part of your daily ritual. This is the ultimate expression of intelligent luxury, thoughtful, sustainable, and transformative.
A Symphony of Bespoke Experiences, From Starlit Observatories to Underwater Ballets
Where every amenity becomes an unforgettable experience, and service transcends expectation to become invisible artistry in motion.
Private chefs masterfully prepare menus spanning ten international cuisines, while destination dining transforms beaches into candlelit stages and floating platforms into intimate oceanside tables for two.
Soneva Soul wellness sanctuary offers integrative therapies blending ancient wisdom with modern science, private yoga pavilions, meditation spaces, and in-villa treatment rooms where healing rituals unfold to the rhythm of waves.
The Den children's club sparks imagination through marine biology workshops, kite-making, and cultural immersion, while complementary experiences range from private stargazing sessions to catamaran sailing, whisky tastings to guided snorkeling with resident manta rays.
Water sports center, marine biology excursions, dive site exploration, cultural village visits, and curated workshops in jewelry design, mixology, and island crafts complete an experience where luxury means choice, privacy, and the freedom to craft each day exactly as you envision.
Velana International Airport, Male — 65-minute seaplane journey
Manta Ray Cleaning Stations — 2-minute boat ride
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Baa Atoll — Neighboring atoll
Makunudhoo Local Island — Cultural immersion experience
Pristine Dive Sites — Surrounding unexplored reefs
Open Ocean Horizons — Complete visual isolation
Hanifaru Bay — Seasonal manta ray and whale shark aggregation site
Soneva was born from a vision shared by husband-and-wife founders Sonu Shivdasani OBE and Eva Malmström Shivdasani.
In 1995, they opened Soneva Fushi in the Maldives, creating the world's first barefoot luxury resort and forever changing how travelers experience paradise. Their "No Shoes, No News" philosophy proved that true luxury means reconnecting with nature, not escaping from it.
Sonu, an Oxford-educated hotelier honored for his contributions to sustainable tourism, brings uncompromising standards and environmental vision to every property.
Eva, a former international model turned creative director, infuses each resort with her distinctive aesthetic, organic materials, natural light, and spaces that celebrate the beauty of their surroundings.
Together, they've built a legacy spanning three decades and three extraordinary properties: Soneva Fushi, Soneva Jani, and now Soneva Secret.
Each resort reflects its deep commitment to environmental stewardship, pioneering initiatives from complete plastic elimination to carbon-neutral operations, proving that luxury and sustainability can exist in perfect harmony.
