Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Enjoy new realms of relaxation at this premium All-Inclusive Maldivian paradise, where dolphins swim past daily and every suite has its own freshwater pool. Set within its own lagoon, prepare to unwind with views of the tranquil clear waters from your spot on the warm, pristine sands. From morning coffee at Chemistry and complimentary shisha (per day) at the Fresh Water Bar, to themed buffets at Aqua Orange, there’s plenty of places to enjoy a delicious meal. There’s also activities galore, with water sports, weekly pool parties and an exquisite overwater spa to indulge in, as well as all-day entertainment for the little ones at Turtle Kids Club. Suites are bright and airy, and with a range to chose from there's bound to be something that perfectly fits your needs.

Amenities

  • Tennis
  • Kids Club
  • Anniversary and special occasions
  • Honeymoon
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Restaurant
  • Spa
  • Swimming Pool
  • Beachfront location

Where is it

Set within its own lagoon in South Nilandhe Atoll. Transfer time from Malé International Airport: 40 minutes by seaplane transfer (remember to pack light for the seaplane transfer as luggage allowance is 20kg plus 5kg hand luggage, per person).

Hotel information

All rooms feature complimentary WiFi, flat screen TVs with generous line-up of channels, fully stocked mini-bar, room service*, twice-daily housekeeping, tea/coffee facilities, personal safe, iron and ironing board, luxury bathroom amenities, air conditioning and ceiling fan. Beach Villa with Pool rooms are located right on the beach, with floor-to-ceiling glass doors, outdoor bathroom, large sundeck, private pool, and direct access to the beach. Sleeping maximum 3 adults, or 2 adults and 2 children.

Premium All Inclusive Signature Plan inclusions:

- buffet breakfast at Aqua Orange

- lunch - dine around option (buffet at Aqua Orange, or selection of pizza, salad and light snacks at Grouper Grill)

- afternoon tea at Chemistry Bar

- dinner - dine around option (buffet at Aqua Orange, alfresco dining by the beach side at Grouper Grill, or exotic flavours at Roma). Includes 3-course set menu options at Grouper Grill and Roma. 

- unlimited selected beverages available 24-hours (wines from renowned vineyards around the world, champagne and sparkling wine, unlimited international beers, selection of branded spirits and whiskeys, selection of signature and international cocktails and mocktails, fresh juices based on availability, fruit juices canned and packaged, soft drinks, water, coffee, tea, iced coffee, bottled water and more)

- complimentary mini-bar replenished once per day on a regular basis with wine, beer, snacks, soft drinks, soda water, canned iced coffee/iced tea and still water

- 3 complimentary excursions (local island excursion, Lucky Dolphin Sunset Cruise, guided snorkelling)

- non-motorised watersports (complimentary half-hour group wind surf lesson per person per stay subject to weather conditions, minimum 4 persons per group; free of charge snorkelling equipment; use of kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, and paddle boats)

- spa credit (USD 100 per adult per stay to be used for your spa treatment as an alternative to diving) with a choice of treatment from a tailor-made menu. Advance booking required

- diving credit (up to 3 complimentary dives per person per week as an alternative to spa credit. Guests must have a valid diving license and medical records, as per diving regulations. Boat charges and equipment fees applicable)

- meet and greet at Velana International Airport, assistance with transfer and international flights, complimentary VIP access to lounge at seaplane terminal (arrivals only)

- special welcome with refreshing towels and sparkling wine (non-alcoholic beverages available upon request)

- 2 bottles of water per suite per day (non-carbonated house brand) as well as tea/coffee facilities

- one complimentary shisha per suite per day at Fresh Water only

- free WiFi in main public areas and all suites

- access to recreation and fitness centre (including indoor and outdoor activities such as tennis, table tennis and other table games)

- regular scheduled entertainment

- access to kids club for children aged between 3-11.99 years

Please note: departure day includes breakfast and beverages only.

Room upgrades

Family Beach Villas with Pool are spacious and inviting, with sunrise views, floor-to-ceiling glass doors and an outdoor bathroom. There’s a large sundeck, your own stretch of beach and a private pool, sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Grand Beach Villa with Pool are split-level with a bedroom and lounge with high ceilings, a king-size bed, comfy sofa, mood lighting and floor-to-ceiling glass doors leading to the fully-furnished terrace. Steps away from the beach, with a secluded walled courtyard hosting an outdoor bathroom, private pool, and oversized daybed and loungers. Sleeping maximum 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Beach Residence with Pool are set over two floors, with a large lounge and expansive terrace with daybeds, loungers and a dining area. Upstairs, the bedroom has elevated lagoon views. A spectacular outdoor bathroom leads to a private pool and chill out deck. Sleeping maximum 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.

Two Bedroom Beach Residence with Pool with two bedrooms and a flexibly designed living area. Positioned for privacy and spectacular sunrises, with an outdoor deck and large outdoor pool. Sleeping maximum 6 adults or 4 adults and 2 children.

Ocean Villa with Pool are overwater villas with a contemporary design and lots of natural light, with a king-size bedroom, spacious bathroom with freestanding tub and separate rain shower, and furnished outdoor deck with steps down to the lagoon, and a private plunge pool. Sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Dolphin Ocean Villa with Pool are perfectly positioned for watching dolphins swim past every day, with an outdoor terrace, plunge pool and plenty of space to relax, as well as your own stretch of sand built into the deck. Sleeping maximum 3 adults.

Ocean Residence with Pool with a spacious and flexible layout that makes it well suited to both couples and families. With an oversized deck, separate lounge and dining area, an expansive deck and a private pool with uninterrupted views of the lagoon and Indian Ocean. Sleeping maximum 4 adults.

Two Bedroom Ocean Residence with Pool are positioned over the lagoon, with cathedral ceilings, a comfortable lounge and dining room, an outside deck with breathtaking infinity pool, and two king-size bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, sleeping maximum 6 adults.

  • Booking Bonus: Book up to 60 days prior to arrival to receive up to 15% off the accommodation cost 1 Nov '24–31 Oct '25.  

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book now to receive a complimentary floating breakfast, once per stay between 23 Apr '24–31 Oct'26. 

    Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

  • Booking Bonus: Book by 15 Jun '25 to receive up to 35% off the accommodation cost for stays between 4 Apr '25 - 31 Oct '26.  Terms and conditions apply. Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. Offers may not be combinable. Blackout dates apply. 

Chemistry (morning coffee, cocktails and nightcaps, open 24-hours). Aqua Orange (casual buffet with special theme nights). Grouper Grill (fresh fish, seafood, steaks and more with open kitchen). Fresh Water (adults only - classic lunchtime bites, signature cocktails). Roma (Mediterranean classics and comfort food). Wine Cellar* (rare vintages and exclusive tastings). Destination dining* (dining occasions designed to wow).

Evening entertainment including White Beach Party, live DJ nights and Maldivian Night.

Infinity pool. Ocean Spa* with eight pavilions over the lagoon. Fitness centre. SSI dive centre*. Water sports including kayaking, SUP, windsurfing, kite boarding, sailing, water-skiing, fun tubes and banana boat rides and fishing. Great House Reef, great for snorkelling. Weekly pool party. Tennis courts. Table tennis. Billiards. Turtle Kids Club (ages 3-11 years) with all-day activities. Fishing and island tours*.

WiFi. In-room safe. Room service*.

*Denotes local charge.

Please note: to ensure our customer's safety, we are unable to offer over water accommodation to children under the age of 12. 

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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect Stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli – Unforgettable Experience

Jun 10, 2025 Karim919191 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

We had the most amazing stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli – everything was simply perfect from start to finish. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home throughout our visit. A special thanks to Chef Emad, who went above and beyond by extending our stay and even upgrading us to a better villa at no extra cost. This… Read more
We had the most amazing stay at Sun Siyam Iru Veli – everything was simply perfect from start to finish. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home throughout our visit. A special thanks to Chef Emad, who went above and beyond by extending our stay and even upgrading us to a better villa at no extra cost. This gesture made our trip even more memorable and speaks volumes about the hospitality at Iru Veli. Mona was also a standout – always warm, welcoming, and extremely helpful. She guided us throughout our stay and made sure everything ran smoothly. At the restaurant, Chef Islam and Chef Hamdy made our dining experience exceptional. Their friendly attitude and attention to detail made every meal a pleasure. We can’t recommend Sun Siyam Iru Veli enough – it’s a true paradise with outstanding service. Can’t wait to return Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Couple holiday for relaxing and being spoilt

Jun 10, 2025 Colin L

Excellent, top class resort. Staff and facilities are amazing and nothing is too much trouble. Very friendly, helpful staff who are always willing to help and assist. The facilities are first class. Accommodation, bars, food and facilities. Spa is very good, trips are great, dolphin sunset cruise and snorkelling trip were amazing. Beaches… Read more
Excellent, top class resort. Staff and facilities are amazing and nothing is too much trouble. Very friendly, helpful staff who are always willing to help and assist. The facilities are first class. Accommodation, bars, food and facilities. Spa is very good, trips are great, dolphin sunset cruise and snorkelling trip were amazing. Beaches and reef very clean and soft white sand with beautiful views anywhere on the island. I would highly recommend thsi resort. Read less
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Jun 10, 2025 Wanderer13800752040

From the moment you land in the water on the seaplane, you are in paradise ! We were met by a wonderful young lady called Emilia who was our ambassador for the whole trip. Nothing was ever a problem, you have a direct contact number for her, day a night she is at your fingertips. She is an absolute credit to the hotel always happy to help with a… Read more
From the moment you land in the water on the seaplane, you are in paradise ! We were met by a wonderful young lady called Emilia who was our ambassador for the whole trip. Nothing was ever a problem, you have a direct contact number for her, day a night she is at your fingertips. She is an absolute credit to the hotel always happy to help with a big smile on her face. We had a big problem with maintenance spraying chemicals on the neighbouring roof beach villas, which was our only problem as they were wearing masks whilst we were below sunbathing. She rectified it immediately. With crystal clear waters filled with incredible colourful fish. Including baby reef sharks at your feet. If you are lucky enough like me you might get to swim with a turtle…… absolutely amazing! The chemistry bar is the local hang out for daytime and evening after dinner. It has a pool table, and also provides table service which is great. We were mostly looked after by a lovely Burmese girl called Chow she seemed to be doing all of the table service by her self she didn’t seem to mind always happy and smiling another great credit to the hotel. Entertainment was varied, there were a lovely couple from Philippines who sang quite a few times at the hotel who were fantastic. Roviediaz has a voice of an angel …. She hit every note even when she had a bit of cold! We got chatting to them both and they tried all the request that everyone asked. There was a DJ that played in the evening too. Also they had local Maldivian night, dancing and singing. There was an evening where some of the staff did a gig!! Well done to you all. Jessica our house maid was very punctual 08:30 first morning…… this time was soon changed via Emilia, as we are on holiday.😎 Clean towels and a restocked fridge everyday! The buffet restaurant Orange was amazing, the quality and the presentation of the food was magnificent the chefs do an amazing job their morning, afternoon and evening well done to all the staff that work there. Take a bow because we’ve travelled all the world and you at up there with the best!! Grouper grill has an amazing view on the beach. Food was hit and miss sometimes hot and sometimes warm. Service was great all the time. Roma the Italian is located at the water villas so the view breathtaking. We enjoyed 3 visits to this restaurant’s and the best experience was for my wife’s Birthday the staff went above and beyond. Thank you chef for cooking her favourite meal which was not on the menu 🙏. The hotel is a long way from the UK but once you arrive you won’t want to leave. Well done Siyam Iru veli 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Read less
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Jun 9, 2025 Pai P

The sea is really beautiful. The beach is also very beautiful. The staff here are very kind. The room I live in is also very good; I like it very much. But the food doesn't suit my taste, but it's also good. Our housekeeper Naufal is very nice and thoughtful
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Jun 9, 2025 Nada_990613

I had an incredible stay at Sun Siyam, made even more memorable thanks to my wonderful host Mouna. From the moment I arrived, she was attentive, kind, and always just a message away whenever I needed anything. Her support made the entire experience seamless and worry-free — from arranging small details to ensuring I had everything I needed to feel… Read more
I had an incredible stay at Sun Siyam, made even more memorable thanks to my wonderful host Mouna. From the moment I arrived, she was attentive, kind, and always just a message away whenever I needed anything. Her support made the entire experience seamless and worry-free — from arranging small details to ensuring I had everything I needed to feel at home. A special thanks as well to Emad, the talented pastry chef, who went above and beyond to make sure all my culinary needs were met. His care and attention to detail truly made a difference in my stay. Read less