Sun Siyam Iru Veli

Maldives, Indian Ocean

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The hotel

Enjoy new realms of relaxation at this 24-Hours All Inclusive Maldivian paradise, where dolphins swim past daily and every villa 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 are 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 Kidz Club. Villas are bright and airy, and with a range to choose 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.


24 Hours All Inclusive Dine Around Inclusions: 

- Buffet breakfast at Aqua Orange 

- Lunch - dine around option (buffet at Aqua Orange or Grouper Grill or selection of pizza, salad and light snacks at Chemistry or Fresh Water Bar)

- 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 - 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 OR 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 Chemistry Bar only 

- Free WiFi in main public areas and all villas 

- 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 3-12 yearsPlease note: departure day includes breakfast and beverages only. 

Please note: Meal plan inclusions are defined by the hotel and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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 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). Teppanyaki (Japanese-inspired dining experience) Dine by design* (destination dining occasions designed to wow).

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

Infinity pool. Ocean Spa* with eight pavilions over the lagoon. Fitness centre. SSI dive centre*. Water sports including kayaking, SUP, kite boarding*, sailing*, fun tubes* and fishing*. Great House Reef, great for snorkelling. Weekly pool party. Tennis courts. Beach Volleyball. 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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Feb 14, 2026 MO J

The first day when we arrived in the resort we are so excited to enjoying the island we met our ambassador ADAM he is the one who is organizing all the activities to us and we stayed first in beach villa it was amazing and second we stayed in ocean villa the view was amazing we had a great time we recommend this place.
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Feb 14, 2026 CHEN G

This is our first time here with our family we had a great time in this resort and we enjoyed every moment here, when we arrived in the resort the welcoming was great and we had our butler Adam he is so amazing and arranged everything to us he me twice a day and checked everything going well he took a good care of us thank you for that and we… Read more
This is our first time here with our family we had a great time in this resort and we enjoyed every moment here, when we arrived in the resort the welcoming was great and we had our butler Adam he is so amazing and arranged everything to us he me twice a day and checked everything going well he took a good care of us thank you for that and we would like to come back again. Read less
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Feb 13, 2026 VegasPat44 Las Vegas, Nevada

My spouse and I along with my twin brother and his spouse stayed at Sun Siyam Iru Veli in the Maldives January 26 through February 5 to celebrate our birthdays. I had a stroke 9 years ago and use a walker to get around faster. Overall, we had a fantastic time and would recommend this resort! Flight: We flew on Air Emirates. Going there we were in… Read more
My spouse and I along with my twin brother and his spouse stayed at Sun Siyam Iru Veli in the Maldives January 26 through February 5 to celebrate our birthdays. I had a stroke 9 years ago and use a walker to get around faster. Overall, we had a fantastic time and would recommend this resort! Flight: We flew on Air Emirates. Going there we were in Premium economy which had fold out leg rests and other amenities. It wasn’t worth it! The leg rests did not really support as they should, you get the same food as economy (except on plates with silverware – big deal). The flight to Dubai was 14 ½ hours and was brutal. I suggest taking a sleeping pill or Xanax. The flight from Dubai to Male (main island of the Maldives) was just 4 hours. At the capital city of Male, the resort has its own seaplane terminal that has snacks, showers and you can have a quick free massage. Included with our stay was a seaplane flight which took 40 minutes and saw all the different colors of the ocean surrounding the little islands. It was pretty cool. The seaplane lands in the water and drops you onto a platform and load you on a boat that takes you to the resort which is a few minutes away. Resort: Small island. Sandy roads. Boardwalk for the over the water bungalows. The beaches are very nice with powder white sand, and the water is an amazing teal color! All the staff are very accommodating and are extremely nice. After a few days they remember what you like. Met and talked to the GM Raaz. Very approachable and easy to talk to. We got lucky with the weather. It rained for 10 minutes during dinner and one time in the middle of the night. Other than that, it was mostly sunny! Late January/early February is the best time to visit. Room: We had the over the water Dolphin suite. It has a private pool and sand area. It’s one room with a king-size bed facing the water with a built-in desk. The bathroom is a decent size. The toilet room and shower have a pretty view of the water but there is a wooden fence between each unit for privacy. They give you one power adaptor for the electrical plugs (Type G). Luckily, we brought one. There were no grab bars, but it was easy for me to get around. A lot of spots to grab onto. They also provided me with a shower bench which worked out perfectly. The suite comes with a butler (Ambassador). His name was Naz. Very knowledgeable and nice. He picked us up each morning and took us by golf cart to the buffet for breakfast. The walk wasn’t far, but we got there faster. Sometimes he picked us up for dinner. Some nights I would walk to the main building so I could exercise. The snorkeling off our units was amazing! The variety and colors of the fish were unbelievable! We saw sharks off the edge of the reef as well as a sting ray! They have a shipwreck that we swam to. My brother and I saw a moray eel well out of his reef home. Also, we went to visit our pet lobster that was hanging out at the same spot every day. The ocean and pool water temperature was very comfortable (28 Celsius). Dining: We had the full board option at the resort that allowed us to eat anywhere at the resort. They have a buffet called Aqua Orange. Good variety. For breakfast they have an egg station. At lunch and dinner, they have all kinds of foods to please everyone. We discovered that they have fried rice that is cooked in front of you, and it was amazing! For dinner they also have two additional restaurants, one being Grouper Grill (steak and Seafood). It was great. They also have Roma. Not your typical Italian restaurant. We weren’t that keen about some of the food offered at the restaurant, but it was located outside, and the views of the water were amazing! Excursions: We went on the Lucky dolphin/ Sunset cruise. It was very relaxing. It took a long time to get there but we saw a pod of dolphins! One spun out of the water! They don’t guarantee seeing a dolphin, but we were lucky! We also went on two snorkeling trips. They helped me tremendously getting on and off the boat. My brother and his wife scuba dived with them and had a great experience. They saw a variety of fish and sea life including sharks, eagle rays, turtles and eels. They said the visibility was very good and the reef was colorful. We would like to send out a few shout-outs to some outstanding employees. Dilshan, worker at Aqua Orange buffet. As soon as he saw us coming, he immediately got our usual drinks ready for us. Amazing. Malaka, the one of the wonderful cooks at Aqua Orange buffet, he made the best fried rice dishes (anyway you wanted). Also, the outstanding scuba team: Pinky, Shanaan, Alex Samoo, and Ayya. We didn’t catch all the names of the employees, but the level of service everywhere was outstanding. Read less
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Feb 13, 2026 steve1967lomas London, United Kingdom

Fantastic resort for a winter get away. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left is was pure class. Great food, great service, extremely friendly staff all focused on giving you the best holiday. Amazing beaches and the snorkelling was exceptional. Special shout to Sharyaan our ambassador who looked after us brilliantly and to Mithu who… Read more
Fantastic resort for a winter get away. From the minute we arrived to the minute we left is was pure class. Great food, great service, extremely friendly staff all focused on giving you the best holiday. Amazing beaches and the snorkelling was exceptional. Special shout to Sharyaan our ambassador who looked after us brilliantly and to Mithu who always made sure our room was spotless. We have been to other resorts in the Maldives and this was the best so far. Read less
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Feb 13, 2026 Yuhan L

We truly enjoyed every moment here and would highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a special and unforgettable gateway, once we arrived here from the seaplane the welcoming was amazing we met on arrival our ambassador Adam he was very nice and arranged including activities for us this was a memorable time here and we would like thank… Read more
We truly enjoyed every moment here and would highly recommend this resort to anyone looking for a special and unforgettable gateway, once we arrived here from the seaplane the welcoming was amazing we met on arrival our ambassador Adam he was very nice and arranged including activities for us this was a memorable time here and we would like thank all the staff. Read less