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. 

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 Incredible stay

Jul 17, 2025 auntieknows Hong Kong, China

Sun Siyam Iru Veli has been a stunning experience. From the white soft sand beach to the Dolphin villa where we have stayed. Every detail has been remarkable. We arrived the Maldives and upon arrival were greeted by the resort representative who has explained to us the procedures of getting on the sea plane and then on to the resort. It was a… Read more
Sun Siyam Iru Veli has been a stunning experience. From the white soft sand beach to the Dolphin villa where we have stayed. Every detail has been remarkable. We arrived the Maldives and upon arrival were greeted by the resort representative who has explained to us the procedures of getting on the sea plane and then on to the resort. It was a busy day, so we had to wait for over two hours upon arrival for our sea plane departure but it was a painless experience as we had an opportunity to relax at the Sun Siyam lounge where food, drinks and a complimentary 10 minute head and shoulders massage were given to customers. The flight time to the resort took around 40 minutes, and during the journey you will be dazzled by the other islands and sea. Note that there is no entertainment in the sea plane and you may potentially red ear plugs as the engine can be pretty loud. When we arrived the resort, we were warmly greeted by the staff in a traditional Maldivian way and were given refreshments. After that we were allocated a concierge ‘Adam’ who helped us with our check in and out processes and shared with us the map and activities of the resort. He has also helped us with restaurant and dolphin watch cruise bookings. We were then escorted to our Dolphin view villa 710, where it had magnificent views of the sea and a private area with a pool where my husband and I enjoyed watching the stunning views with a cup of coffee or tea. You will also enjoy watching the sea life as well as the stars at night. The experiences we had in our stay here was truly magical. The resort has 4 restaurants, we were able to dine in three of them as part of our package, and we enjoyed every single one of them, particularly Aqua Orange with their exciting buffets for breakfast, lunch and dinner. I’d like to give a massive shoutout to all the staff members in Aqua Orange who always greeted us with warm smiles any time of the day and are always eager to help! Furthermore, we had an opportunity to visit the spa where we had a nice time but wasn’t as relaxing as we expected. Although the room, amenities and environment was nice, we weren’t served the full duration as stated in the package as 10 minutes were cut short. Additionally, one of the masseuse was in and out the room a couple of times which made my husband lose some of his treatment time. The odd situation which happened here is when we completed our treatments we were told to shower and the staff walked in and out the room wanting to fix the beds for the other customers, this was quite unpleasant and uncomfortable…. All in all, it is a beautiful resort with lots of lovely staff members who will make you feel as comfortable as possible during your stay. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Stunning time in the Maldives

Jul 16, 2025 Connector01946586048 Hong Kong, China

8 days in sunny paradise - Sun Siyam Iru Veli was an unforgettable experience. We arrived in early July, and the first greeting after clearing immigration was a lounge while we waited for our seaplane. We were there for probably two hours, but with food and complimentary massages, there was no impatience on our end. Eventually, we boarded the… Read more
8 days in sunny paradise - Sun Siyam Iru Veli was an unforgettable experience. We arrived in early July, and the first greeting after clearing immigration was a lounge while we waited for our seaplane. We were there for probably two hours, but with food and complimentary massages, there was no impatience on our end. Eventually, we boarded the seaplane and after a 40minute flight, we descended to Iru Veli… We were greeted by our concierge for the week, Adam, who talked us through the map of the resort, the food options, and the activities. It should be noted - if you’re coming here, you’ll want to be on full board - the cost of food will pile up otherwise! The activities available are varied, but with quite high price points, so it is probably worth checking ahead for what you’re interested in pursuing. For us, we opted for the Dolphin Villa suites which are a situated above the water itself. For us, this meant we were able to watch the water at our leisure each day and, more importantly, snorkel to see the wildlife up close. And we saw SO much! I spent hours just sitting and watching the underwater world float by. In terms of food - the buffet is probably the place you’ll have most of your meals - it does well to vary the offering each day, and there are some stations where you can ask for specific pasta dishes or breakfasts. We also tried the Roma and Grouper Grill restaurants, which are worth a visit - book in advance! All in all, this was a perfectly relaxing trip that we will remember for a long time. We were lucky with the weather, but do expect some tropical rain at points during your stay. Look out for sharks, turtles, dolphins and stingrays! Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating An amazing resort in the Maldives

Jul 13, 2025 Ági M

We had the pleasure to stay in Sun Siyam Iru Veli for 6 days with my friend. This was my 2nd time in the Maldives but it really made me want to come back! Maldives is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, it is just not enough to visit it once. The staff at Sun Siyam Iru Veli makes sure that everything is perfect and they helped us… Read more
We had the pleasure to stay in Sun Siyam Iru Veli for 6 days with my friend. This was my 2nd time in the Maldives but it really made me want to come back! Maldives is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, it is just not enough to visit it once. The staff at Sun Siyam Iru Veli makes sure that everything is perfect and they helped us make unforgettable memories. Everyone has to come here to experience this high level of hospitality what Sun Siyam Iru Veli offers. Our ambassador Adam was so helpful and kind, he made sure that everything goes well. He is the best. We are grateful that he was our ambassador during the stay.🤗 I tried out the Brightening Age Defier facial and it was amazing. Pia made sure that I get the best facial treatment. The snorkeling is amazing next to the Dolphin Villas! We saw many colorful fish and even some blacktip reef sharks and nurse sharks! Food was always high quality - Roma restaurant was my favorite. I loved the cocktails, we tried out so many! Please come to Sun Siyam Iru Veli if you want to creazlte unforgettable memories!🫶🏻❤️ Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Unforgettable trip——Iru Veli

Jul 12, 2025 Wang R

This is an unforgettable trip, my family of five, came to the heart of the Maldives, where there are beautiful beaches, delicious food, and warm housekeeper Nazz,2 Sky Sandhouse, 2 days water house, all have their own characteristics, Nazz also gave us a big surprise, 2 days of water house helped us upgrade to a family suite, the last day also… Read more
This is an unforgettable trip, my family of five, came to the heart of the Maldives, where there are beautiful beaches, delicious food, and warm housekeeper Nazz,2 Sky Sandhouse, 2 days water house, all have their own characteristics, Nazz also gave us a big surprise, 2 days of water house helped us upgrade to a family suite, the last day also thoughtfully sent a lunch, thank you very much, next time we will come again. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Perfect without defect

Jul 10, 2025 G9926YDcamilak Ribeirao Preto, SP

Amazing hotel! Luxurious, clean, incredible food, amazing experiences! But the best part was the staff's hospitality. A special thanks to Shein, Mahesh, and the Orange Restaurant team, Chaw from Chemistry Bar, and Zanith from room service. '