26 natural atolls 1,192 coral islands, about 200 inhabited Visa on arrival Free 30 days, all nationalities Green tax $12/night resorts · $6/night small guesthouses Best diving visibility Dry season, roughly Dec–Apr One island, one resort The concept that shaped Maldives tourism Guesthouses on local islands Legal since 2009 — a genuine budget route 26 natural atolls 1,192 coral islands, about 200 inhabited Visa on arrival Free 30 days, all nationalities Green tax $12/night resorts · $6/night small guesthouses Best diving visibility Dry season, roughly Dec–Apr One island, one resort The concept that shaped Maldives tourism Guesthouses on local islands Legal since 2009 — a genuine budget route
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Soneva Jani

Soneva Jani sits in Noonu Atoll (see our Noonu Atoll guide), the second Maldives property from the same group behind Soneva Fushi in Baa Atoll, carrying the same "no news, no shoes" ethos into an overwater-villa format.

What it's known for

Overwater villas built with retractable roof sections above the bed, letting guests stargaze from bed — see our stargazing guide for why the Maldives' minimal light pollution makes this a genuinely effective feature rather than just a novelty. Long waterslides from villa decks into the lagoon are another signature touch.

This is a factual overview, not a booking recommendation — confirm current villa categories, inclusions and rates directly with the resort or a travel agent.